Can confirm Raetihi is still used by Light Aircraft the local operator still uses its FU24 from the strip and a few cessana have been seen recently. Busiest I ever seen it was during the search for Michael Ercegs Helicopter. At one stage had 10 helos and 4 fixed wing parked up.
LocoDriver your right its a bit rough and those damn sheep dont help
Viagra, Think you might find you reception at Waiouru a bit differant nowdays due to the events of 9/11.
Heres a thought for a emergency strip if your up high on Ruapehu, The main Carpark at Turoa has been extended to double its length and the extension is to be Tarsealed soon. Clear approach from the south just watch for cars
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