All updates
All 62 published updates, newest publication date first; updates without a stated date come last. Page 3 of 6.
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Australian Aviation Industry to Honour NZ-Built Air Force Training Aircraft
Australia's aviation community is honouring the New Zealand-designed CT-4 Airtrainer to mark 50 years since its arrival in the country. The Airtourer Association is hosting a fly-in event at Tamworth Airport from October 17 to 19 to commemorate the aircraft's history.
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Kea Aerospace Stratospheric Flight Over Antarctica For Ozone Research
Kea Aerospace has secured funding to fly the Kea Atmos over Antarctica for ozone research in the next 3 to 5 years. The company will collaborate with the University of Otago to carry miniaturised instruments on stratospheric test flights.
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Flying for Purpose: NZAero Joins the 2025 Red Planet Software Outback Air Race to Support Remote Medical Services in Australia
NZAero is participating in the 2025 Red Planet Software Outback Air Race to raise funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service. The race is a 4,400-kilometre aviation time trial across remote parts of.
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Anodising plant a strategic move for United Machinists
United Machinists has added an in-house anodising service at its Dunedin plant to improve quality control and reduce lead times.
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Sir Stephen Tindall Visits NZAero to Discuss the Future of Clean Aviation
Sir Stephen Tindall visited NZAero's headquarters in Hamilton to discuss the transition to clean energy and hydrogen as an alternative to fossil fuels.
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Permanent Special Use Airspace approved for Tāwhaki
A permanent Special Use Airspace has been approved for Tāwhaki National Aerospace Centre and will be managed by Tāwhaki Joint Venture. From 7 August 2025, Tāwhaki will oversee six Restricted Areas and six Danger Areas that are permanently designated but only activated as required.
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New Hexagon Global S Scan+ CMM a first in New Zealand
United Machinists has introduced a new Hexagon Global S Scan+ CMM to its metrology capabilities. The machine provides measurement accuracy to within half a micron.
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Hydrogen electric flight prepares for lift off in New Zealand
Stralis Aircraft, Fabrum, and Ara Ake are collaborating to design and test liquid-hydrogen storage tanks and a fuel system for Stralis aircraft. The partnership aims to enable Australasia’s first liquid-hydrogen-powered flight.
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NZAero at Avalon 2025
NZAero is set to showcase its growing presence in the aviation sector at the Australian International Airshow this year. The company sees the event as a key opportunity to engage with international partners and expand its global footprint.
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Fabrum Co-Founder Christopher Boyle Returns as Managing Director
Fabrum co-founder Christopher Boyle has returned to the Managing Director role to lead the company into its next phase of growth and evolution. Christopher Boyle succeeds Dr Ojas Mahapatra, who stepped down as CEO after three years of guiding Fabrum through a period of rapid expansion.
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Fabrum launches hydrogen testing facility at Christchurch Airport to accelerate zero-emission aviation
Fabrum has unveiled a hydrogen testing facility at Christchurch Airport to support the development of green hydrogen-powered technologies, primarily in aviation. The facility is located in the CIAL’s Kowhai Park renewable energy precinct and enables the development of liquefiers, gas management systems, and boil-off gas management technologies.
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H2Ocean: Fabrum and King Watercraft collaborate on high performance hydrogen-powered RIB boat
Fabrum and King Watercraft have collaborated on the design and build of a hydrogen-powered boat called H2Ocean. The vessel is scheduled to begin sea trials in January 2025.