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Instructional techniques course February 2025
An Instructional Techniques Course has been set up for Thu 20 - Sun 23 Feb at Tauranga. Call us for details.
Last Instructional techniques course for 2024
The last instructional techniques course for 2024 is operating Fri 20-Mon 23 December at Tauranga. There is already a group on this course however we still have places available if you wish to join us. Contact us for details
Instructional Techniques Christchurch Jan 2025
The first instructional techniques course for 2025 is operating 27-30 January in Christchurch. Check out the course schedule for other dates
CAA Flight Examiner Theory Course Approval
CAA have introduced a new Part 141 training category for flight examiner theory courses. Flight Test NZ examiners' were proud to be part of the working group for the revised Advisory Circular AC61-19 and the creation of a new syllabus for this course. Flight Test NZ updated course his the first to be approved
New Flight Examiners
It is with pleasure I welcome Andrew Vialoux and Chris Johnson to the Flight Test NZ team. Both Andrew and Chris hold A cat instructor ratings and recently added their General Aviation Flight Examiner rating. In conjunction with their Advanced Aviation flight training business based at Rangiora they will add valuable aviation experience to Flight
Part 141 Re-certifciation
Flight Test NZ is proud to announce that CAA have renewed the company's Part 141 Aviation Training Certificate for a further 5 years. This marks our 25th year of operation which is testament to the high levels of qualifications and knowledge our flight examining staff hold.
New RPAS Examiner at Tauranga
We welcome Mitchell Kiernan to Flight Test NZ and Drone Trust as a RPAS examiner based at Tauranga. Mitchell is a commercial pilot so combines his manned aviation knowledge and drone photography business to his new role. Kim Clarke has retried from RPAS testing in the Bay of Plenty area. He has provide valuable support
IFR Currency or Job Interview.
Need to keep IFR current or have an job interview. Flight Test NZ has a King Air training simulator based at North Shore Airport for instrument aid currency, ILS issue, and refresher training for job interviews. Contact us to arrange a slot.
Simulator ILS Endorsement
If you require an ILS endorsement Flight Test NZ can do this in our North Shore based simulator. We can provide the total package - simulator , instructor and the flight examiner. Multiple approach scenarios can be practiced without the delays from ATC. Save time and money when compared to using an aircraft.
New Tauranga based examiner
Flight Test NZ welcomes James Churchward to the team as a GA examiner. James is based at Tauranga and can issue PPL (A) and additional instructor rating privileges.