RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai (NZWP)
Medium airport · Auckland Region, New Zealand
Airport data
| Name | RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai |
|---|---|
| ICAO | NZWP |
| Elevation | 103 ft (31 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | S 36°47'16" E 174°37'48" -36.78780, 174.63001 |
| Location | Auckland Region, New Zealand |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 6,665 ft (2031 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 08/26 | 5,187 ft (1581 m) | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
| 08L/26R | 2,789 ft (850 m) | 148 ft | GRS | No |
RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai at a glance
RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai is a medium airport in Auckland Region, New Zealand. The field elevation of 103 ft (31 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at NZWP are all figured from it. There is no scheduled airline service listed here — typical traffic is general aviation, training and local operations.
Of its 3 runways, the longest — 03/21 — offers 6,665 ft (2031 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 03 points roughly 30° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for NZWP shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland International Airport | NZAA | 29 km (16 NM) |
| Ardmore Airport | NZAR | 41 km (22 NM) |
| Whangarei Airport | NZWR | 116 km (63 NM) |
| Hamilton International Airport | NZHN | 135 km (73 NM) |
| Tauranga Airport | NZTG | 170 km (92 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 103 ft field elevation of RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 39 airports and airfields we list for New Zealand — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai
What is the ICAO code of RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai?
The ICAO identifier of RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai is NZWP, and it has no IATA code assigned. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai above sea level?
RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai sits at an elevation of 103 feet (31 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai located?
The airport lies at -36.7878, 174.6300 — in Auckland Region, New Zealand, in the southern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Auckland International Airport, about 29 km away.
Does NZWP publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for NZWP appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai?
RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai has 3 runways. The longest, 03/21, measures 6,665 ft (2031 m) with a ASP surface.