Hastings Aerodrome

NZHS

Bridge Pa, NZ

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:30Z

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Currently using: NZOH
Weather Source: RNZAF Base Ohakea (NZOH)
Distance: 72nm / 133km from NZHS

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
05:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
8 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
4,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR NZOH 230530Z AUTO 12008KT 9999 FEW037/// BKN049/// OVC055/// 12/07 Q1025

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 72 ft
FEW 3,700 ft AGL
BKN 4,900 ft AGL
OVC 5,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,772 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,972 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,572 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hastings Aerodrome is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 5,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 8 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4900 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 27 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Drizzle. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Drizzle between 03:00Z and 05:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF NZOH 230200Z 2303/2406 14010KT 9999 SCT040 TEMPO 2303/2305 8000 DZ BKN025 BECMG 2307/2309 02005KT BECMG 2401/2403 25010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
07:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 20° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZHS
01
19
01R
19L
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 3,525 ft 45 ft B 27°
0.4 kt 8.0 kt
93° angle
01R/19L 2,887 ft 197 ft GRS 31°
0.1 kt 8.0 kt
89° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
2,900 ft 197 ft B/Gr 131°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Hastings Aerodrome - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NZHS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 72 ft MSL

Location

City: Bridge Pa
Country: NZ
Latitude: -39.646702°
Longitude: 176.766998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-12

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,525 ft
Width: 45 ft
Surface: B
ILS: No
Runway 01R/19L
Length: 2,887 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 2,900 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: B/Gr
ILS: No

About Hastings Aerodrome

Hastings Aerodrome (NZHS) is located in Bridge Pa, NZ at an elevation of 72 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (01/19, 01R/19L, 11/29), with the longest at 3,525 feet.

Airport Overview

Hastings Aerodrome serves Bridge Pa in NZ. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (01/19, 01R/19L, 11/29) with b and grs and b/gr surfaces. The longest runway measures 3,525 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check relevant AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from NZHS, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.