Royal New Zealand Air Force

2665: 850: 376: 1376: 3384: 3987: 7456: 2008: 7375: 295: 4598: 4410: 1784: 2161:. This had a dramatic effect on the efficiencies of the Air Force's combat squadrons. With the lack of opportunities to practice operations skills, it became extremely difficult to maintain pace with the Air Forces New Zealand had traditionally worked with. By the late 1980s, the RNZAF held an active role in United Nations operations in the Sinai Peninsula and Iran. This time period also saw the end of involvement in Singapore. No. 1 Squadron was deactivated in December 1984, and its Andovers were transferred to No. 42 Squadron. 404: 7661: 7431: 2954: 2931: 2938: 2970: 3766: 2235: 7641: 4132: 7421: 390: 371: 7624: 128: 1155: 7651: 2509: 713: 4449: 4507: 4669: 4514: 4500: 4465: 4646: 4637: 4493: 4486: 4479: 4472: 4676: 4458: 4660: 4653: 59: 1262: 1691:. It helped transport men, dog teams and supplies, and carried out geological mapping over the summers of 1956, 1957 and 1958 before disbanding in 1960. Operations in Antarctica resumed in 1965 when a Hercules flew the first of what have become annual summer flights from Christchurch to the continent. To the present day, the RNZAF operates both 2652:. Lawyer Tim MacKenzie said that the Air Force had failed to ensure the crew had sufficient training and experience, allowing a lax culture, which may have led personnel to believe they could cut corners. Defence Force lawyer, Nigel Luci-Smith, said it accepts it failed to prevent the tragedy, additionally stating that the 3789:. The team is made up of Qualified Flying Instructors of the Central Flying School and No.14 Squadron. The bulk of the team generally come from CFS, with the Team Leader (Falcon 1) normally also holding the post of Officer Commanding Central Flying School. The new team's first display was scheduled for the 2017 1275:, instead capturing a handful of island bases to provide a supply chain for an eventual attack on Japan itself. The Allied advance started from the South Pacific. The RNZAF was part of the force tasked with securing the line of advance by incapacitating bypassed Japanese strongholds, for example, Rabaul. 1715:, who was to oversee the modernisation of the RNZAF. Greener stated that Morrison '..saw the three elements of the Air Force—strike capability, transport, and maritime patrol—as being of equal value, and sought improvements in aircraft in each area. The following aircraft were purchased or put on order. 4823:

described the situation as embarrassing but admitted there was no money to replace the Air Force's jets or lease replacement aircraft due to an ongoing cost of living crisis. Collins also announced that a review of the Defence Force's capabilities would be brought forward from September to June 2024.

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The service dress uniform is deep blue in colour with light blue coloured rank worn on the sleeves of the uniform. There are many variations of the uniform that personnel wear during the course of their duties. Since 2010 the shoulder identifier says "ROYAL NEW ZEALAND AIR FORCE"; this was to correct

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The Air Force Heritage Flight of New Zealand is a collaborative partnership between the RNZAF and a number of civil organisations created in 2022. Its purpose is to operate heritage aircraft that are relevant to the history and traditions of the air force. Replacing the RNZAF Historic Flight, the air

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New Zealand took an option to purchase C-130J Hercules from Lockheed Martin as a part of an Australian purchase in the late 1990s but following the 1999 election the new Labour government decided not to proceed with the purchase. Instead a NZD$ 226m service life extension programme (LEP) was arranged

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but as he did so, the aircraft was hit by the U-boat's anti-aircraft fire and burst into flames. The aircraft continued the attack and sank the U-boat but crashed shortly afterwards, with all the crew being killed. The crew's actions were reported by the U-boat's survivors, and the Victoria Cross was

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from Lockheed Martin as a part of an Australian purchase in the late 1990s but following the 1999 election the new Labour government under Helen Clark decided not to proceed with the purchase, choosing to perform a life extension programme for the existing C-130H aircraft. New Zealand possesses some

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airspace were also highlighted. It also found there was a culture of "rule breaking" among No. 3 Squadron. Furthermore, the analysis report stated that the need to minimize accommodation costs incurred by No. 3 Squadron due to pressure on the Air Force budget contributed to the decision to fly early

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Following the end of conflict in Vietnam, the RNZAF adopted a stronger maritime focus. Long range surveillance patrols became more frequent in the waters around New Zealand as P-3 Orion crews and Navy Westland Wasp Helicopters hunted for Soviet and Chinese vessels in New Zealand's Exclusive Economic

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The two Boeing 757 aircraft operated by the Air Force are in severe need of replacement, due to significant technical and operational issues. However, due to financial constraints, a replacement is not scheduled until at least 2028. The capability will be able to move personnel and cargo within the

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uniform to replace the DPM variant they have been using since the late 1980s. Trials for the uniform will be completed in 2016. For all flying duties aircrew wear a Nomex flame retardant green coloured one or two piece flight suit. Operations to a desert environment see aircrew wear a sand coloured

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have been redeveloped into housing areas, while Shelly Bay remains abandoned. Following the neoliberal ideology of the 1990s, non core activities such as maintenance and food catering have been privatized and contracted out. Despite the reduction in budget and manpower, international deployments by

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was sent to protect Fiji. In December 1941 Japan attacked and rapidly conquered much of the area to the north of New Zealand. With the apparent threat of imminent invasion New Zealand was forced to look to her own defence, as well as to help the United Kingdom. Trainers and airliners in New Zealand

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led government approved the Future Air Mobility Capability project to identify options for an affective and flexible air transport capability that would be able to support the armed forces operations. Several aircraft were considered, with various aircraft performing demonstration visits including

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and transport capability. These two aspects represent the bulk of RNZAF capability. Following the replacement of these aircraft, facilities and systems, the focus of increased investment will be on delivering greater effectiveness for government objectives. While several projects are underway, the

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The Royal New Zealand Air Force has a number of plans to modernise its fleet and improve its capabilities. These are described in the Defence Capability Plan 2019 and the Major Projects Report 2020. The primary focus for further investments in defence capability will be the replacement of existing

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RNZAF personnel were numerous in the New Zealand Services Medical Team (NZSMT) and one went on to be part of the subsequent New Zealand Army Training Team (NZATTV.) RNZAF personnel were also posted to HQ V Force and worked primarily in Saigon in a range of liaison duties. One RNZAF member of the

1769:. This role, which continued until 1966, saw New Zealand soldiers from 1RNZIR and NZ SAS mount covert cross-border raids into Indonesia. RNZAF flew continuous missions from the RAF base at Changi, Singapore resupplying the Commonwealth forces at the firebases and outposts located on the borders. 2626:

was thought to have resulted in an overload of crew capacity, compounded with low flying experience and training deficiencies in the RNZAF as a whole. The air force's accident report cited training problems particularly in regards to instrument flying and night vision goggles, with the lack of

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In 2022 the RNZAF selected the multi terrain pattern (NZMTP) uniform for all ground trades. The uniform was selected to replace the General Purpose Uniform (GPU) that had been in service since 2015. GPU was deemed ineffective for a number of reasons, one that it was not suitable for overseas

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bombers ordered in 1938. The aircraft were completed, and RNZAF crews were training on them in the UK in 1939; but with the outbreak of war in Europe increasingly likely, the New Zealand government offered the aircraft with their crews to the United Kingdom in August 1939. They became

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In June 2019 the Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Hercules was identified due to its mature platform, and flexibility and continuity with the RNZAF's existing fleet of aircraft. On 5 June 2020 the Government announced that a fleet of five C-130J-30s would replace the current fleet of

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At its peak, in the Pacific, the RNZAF had 34 squadrons – 25 of which were based outside New Zealand and in action against Japanese forces. Thirteen of these squadrons were equipped with Corsairs six with Venturas, two with Catalinas, two with Avengers and two with

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To safeguard trade routes from the threat of piracy, a P-3K2 Orion was deployed to the Middle East from July 2014 until December 2015. The Orion conducted anti-piracy and maritime surveillance activities in support of the Combined Maritime Forces coalition in the

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RNZAF rank titles and uniform remain similar to the Royal Air Force. The rank structure of the RNZAF was established within the context of the desire to ensure that the service remained separate from both the Army and Navy. The rank structure came to be:

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pleaded guilty on failing to provide an adequately safe workplace in a private prosecution taken by Creeggan, and ordered to pay a total reparation of $ 90,000 Creeggan told the Wellington District Court of his injuries and health problems, as well as

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also offered helicopters to assist with the evacuation of tourists and transportation of rescue personnel. Nearly 200 people had been airlifted out of Kaikōura by late evening on 15 November, with about 1,000 still to be evacuated on the following

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From the mid-1950s RNZAF roundels were modified by a fern frond within the inner red circle. Several colours were tried, including green, gold and finally white. The first two were too difficult to spot and the last looked too much like a

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Provides advice and staff support to the Chief of Air Force, enabling them to command the RNZAF, and fulfil prescribed responsibilities to the Chief of Defence Force for the implementation of approved policy and plans. Air Staff comprises

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transport aircraft. The RNZAF also had a squadron of Dauntless dive bombers, several mixed transport and communications squadrons, a flight of Short Sunderlands and almost 1,000 training machines. To administer units in the South Pacific,

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operated by the Royal New Zealand Air Force for tactical airlift operations. The C-130J had been selected as the preferred platform in 2019 and the aircraft and a full mission flight simulator are being acquired through the United States

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that morning to aid in relief efforts. This was followed later in the afternoon by the deployment from Ohakea Air Base of two Iroquois Helicopters which provided aerial reconnaissance and damage assessments. Due to disrupted supplies at

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maritime patrol aircraft fleet to fly more missions in the South Pacific and further afield. Investment in a range of capabilities will be considered, including satellites, unmanned aerial vehicles and traditional fixed-wing aircraft.

2524:, said the A109 "will provide an effective platform to train aircrew in basic helicopter operations plus the advanced skills required to operate both the SH-2 Seasprite and the NH90 helicopter that will come into service in 2010." 794:. The NZPAF's first action came in 1930 when the Moth dropped an improvised bomb made out of a treacle tin on to a ship suspected of gun-running. The bomb did no damage, and the target turned out to be a local missionary vessel. A 7123: 1799:

providing troop transport for military and non-military personnel and resupply runs. 40 Sqn flew from New Zealand or from the RAF base in Singapore, usually via Australia, to Vietnam and elsewhere in South East Asia using

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in Fiji, commenced operations against the Japanese despite its obsolete equipment. In New Zealand preparations intensified and in 1942 three Groups were established to direct air and, if necessary, air defence operations.

1183:, Airspeed Oxford and even the de Havilland Tiger Moth, formed shadow bomber, army co-operation and fighter squadrons for use in the event of invasion. Hudsons moved forward into the South Pacific while No. 5 Squadron, at 3355:

Defence Logistics Command personnel are spread across the three air force bases. They provide a range of services needed to sustain aircraft on deployment. Defence Logistics Command is organised into the following areas:

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was declared by the British government on 18 June 1948 after several rubber plantation workers were killed in a revenge attack over the deaths of labour activists killed in police charges. This led to the creation of the

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that further attempts with ferns were dropped and the Kiwi bird was adopted at the end of the 1960s. To assist camouflage in the 1980s the white was sometimes eliminated, giving a red kiwi within a blue circle (e.g. on

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helicopters to assist the people of Christchurch. The aircraft flew around the clock to deploy police and medical personnel. C-130s and B757s also acted as aero-medical aircraft and evacuated victims and tourists to

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Morrisons modernisation programme saw the RNZAF switch primarily from British to American aircraft, reflecting the strategic alliances at the time. The arrival of the Bell 47 introduced the helicopter to the RNZAF.

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Although discussed in the media and defence circles from time to time, there are currently no plans to re-instate the strike wing under the 2019 Defence Capability Plan. The strike wing was disbanded under the

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and conversion for RNZAF Skyhawk pilots. No. 42 Squadron spent five months deployed in Somalia, with three Andover transport planes. Humanitarian airlifts were conducted by Hercules and Boeing aircraft of

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led to some evacuated RNZAF pilots, that had been serving in the RAF there, becoming available in New Zealand. These men provided an experienced nucleus around which new fighter squadrons, the first being

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Stevin Creeggan returned to service in January 2011. However, after claiming poor support, and an unsupportive culture of assistance and medical care, Creeggan left the Air Force in 2014. in 2014, the

6126: 3215: 7188: 6519: 2604:"Our thoughts and our heartfelt condolences go out to the families of the lost, along with the servicemen and women of the Royal New Zealand Air Force, as they mourn the loss of three good mates." 1368:, were equipped with the 30 Mustangs re-activated from storage, along with a few Tiger Moths and Harvards for each squadron. No. 4 Squadron TAF was active from at least 1951–55. From 1952 to 1957 546:

missions. From a peak of over 1,000 combat aircraft in 1945, the RNZAF has shrunk to a strength of around 48 aircraft in 2022. It focuses on maritime patrol and transport duties in support of the

6551: 6574: 4793:(FMS) process. Deliveries were scheduled to commence in 2024, with all five aircraft in country by mid-2025. The first aircraft was delivered on 8 August 2024 at Lockheed Martin's facility in 1203:, where it was chased ineffectually by a Tiger Moth. As few combat-capable aircraft were available at home and Britain was unable to help, New Zealand turned to the United States and signed a 4618: 4430: 1162:

The presence of German raiders led to the formation of New Zealand-based combat units—initially rearming types, like the Vildebeest, and hurriedly converting impressed airliners, such as the

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South Pacific, to Antarctica, and in support of coalition operations further afield, supporting missions from humanitarian and disaster relief to operations in high-risk conflict zones.

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unreservedly apologises to the men and their families and the people of New Zealand for the short-comings that failed to prevent loss of life and the injuries to Sergeant Creeggan.

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rounds. A Skyhawk operated by Jim Jennings (NZ6206) fired a 53-round burst at the boat, causing it to stop and allow the Navy to board it. The Skyhawk involved is preserved at the

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By the 1980s, the Skyhawks were reaching the end of their effective use. A comprehensive upgrade to the Skyhawk began, along with the purchase of used A-4G Skyhawks from the

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as its commander, on 10 March 1943. In addition to this, several hundred RNZAF personnel saw action with RAF squadrons or the FAA in Burma, Singapore and the South Pacific.

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RNZAF badges closely follow the style inherited from the Royal Air Force, with a badge worn on the left breast. A key difference is that pilot's wings bear the letters

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was approved in 1939, based on the ensign of the Royal Air Force, with the letters "NZ" inserted within the roundel. Until the 1950s NZPAF and RNZAF aircraft flew with

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leaders. Since the second Boeing 757 was unavailable due to scheduled maintenance in Christchurch, Luxon was forced to travel on a commercial flight. Defence Minister

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The Enhanced Maritime Awareness Capability project will support the Government's maritime security strategy, providing air surveillance capabilities in New Zealand's

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were killed, and a fourth seriously injured when their Iroquois NZ3806 crashed in heavy fog, while travelling in a group of two other aircraft the early morning from

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Canberra bombers were deployed in a non combat role, with crew observing American operations, and deploying to South Vietnam to conduct joint training with the USAF.

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airshow, but bad weather caused the displays to be cancelled. Instead the first display was held at the RNZAF 80th Anniversary Air Tattoo at the team's home base,

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the RNZAF deployed several P-3 Orions initially to assess the damage and search for bodies in the immediate aftermath of the incident. The day after the tsunami a

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Responsible for command, training and generation of all flying training and all Air Force organisations, assigned to enable New Zealand's following capabilities:

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frequently appeared on RNZAF aircraft, and also on RAF aircraft with NZ aircrew. Map outlines of New Zealand with a Kiwi superimposed appeared on the tails of

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obligations in protest at New Zealand becoming a nuclear free zone, social changes which saw women become combat pilots, and the loss of combat capability.

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The Naval Support Flight was separated from 3 Squadron to re-form 6 Squadron in October 2005. In October 2007 the government announced it had selected the

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while Air New Zealand diverted a plane to carry the rest of the delegation to Japan. Following the breakdown of the Boeing 757, former Defence Minister

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In 2008 the Defence Minister expressed the desire to return to service all 17 Aermacchi trainers to supplement Army and Navy operations. Prime Minister

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financial restrictions bought by the COVID-19 pandemic, global and national economic downturn, the future of several of these projects are in doubt.

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into the Air Force in 1977, removing most restrictions on their employment and career opportunities, with the exception of some aircrew branches.

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NZSMT, Sgt Gordon Watt, was killed by an improvised trap in 1970, the RNZAF's only casualty of the war. A memorial to Watt is on display at the

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The RNZAF took on a significant part of the maritime reconnaissance task with Catalina (and later Sunderland) flying boats and Hudson bombers.

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In 1964 New Zealand began helping Malaysia to fight Indonesia’s attempt to wrest control of the North Borneo territories in what was known as

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The role of the RNZAF changed as the allies moved onto the offensive. The Americans, leaders of the Allied nations in the Pacific, planned to

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In the post war period the RNZAF dealt progressively with demobilisation and disposal of its large obsolete fleet, rearmament to support the

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The first NZ squadron to serve with the RAF was not strictly an Article XV squadron. No. 75 Squadron RAF was formed by RNZAF aircrews and

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squadron, removing the RNZAF's air combat capability. Subsequently, most of the RNZAF's fighter pilots left New Zealand to serve in the

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agreement. Gradually at first, America was able to supply New Zealand with aircraft for use in the Pacific Theatre— initially, in 1942,

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In recent years the RNZAF has been involved in a number of domestic incidents, especially natural disasters that have hit the region.

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and Japanese submarines became active was it realised that a combat force would be needed in New Zealand in addition to the trainers.

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of the earliest C-130H Hercules off the Lockheed production line, with the most recorded flying hours in the world remaining in use.

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A member of the RNZAF Parachute Training and Support Unit trails the paratrooper flag during the air show at Whenuapai in March 2009.

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was shot down by ground fire. Five New Zealanders took part in Royal Australian Navy missions over Korea from the Australian carrier

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bomber-reconnaissance biplanes arrived in July 1939. More modern British types eventually arrived, including significant numbers of

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The primary role of the RNZAF was to take advantage of New Zealand's distance from the conflict by training aircrew as part of the

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of a hundred war-surplus combat aircraft. New Zealand was the last to respond and least enthusiastic. When the 33 total aircraft,

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to provide airlifts and supply drops for several weeks after the disaster. RNZAF also provided assistance on the ground in both

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A/B aircraft to replace the fleet of A-4 Skyhawks but this procurement was cancelled in 2001 following election by the incoming

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Although no RNZAF units were sent to Korea, a number of New Zealanders flew with other air forces in the conflict. Two men flew

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The importance of aviation in warfare was belatedly recognised, largely thanks to the efforts of visionary parliamentarian Sir

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Base Medical flight, and there is also the "Gordon Watt Memorial Award" for the RNZAF's top medic award, named in his honour.

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By 1945 the RNZAF had over 41,000 personnel, including just over 10,000 aircrew who served with the RAF in Europe and Africa.

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plane (NZ7005) with a contingent of troops to assist in the evacuation of New Zealand citizens and Afghans who had aided the

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Squadrons, several RNZAF Kittyhawk units fought with distinction. Several pilots became aces against the Japanese, including

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Article XV squadrons. New Zealanders in the RAF itself included pilots, such as the first RAF ace of the war, Flying Officer

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In 2013 the RNZAF sent one C-130 Hercules to the Philippines after a hurricane for disaster relief and evacuation of locals.

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force provides pilots to fly a number of aircraft for the purposes of conducting flypasts and displays around New Zealand.

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an airfield was built to accommodate the RNZAF freighters so that personnel and supplies could be delivered more directly.

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The Black Falcons are the current aerobatic display team of the Royal New Zealand Air Force, replacing their predecessor "

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units of the FAA also had New Zealanders in their ranks, leading some texts to claim these types were used by the RNZAF.

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The restored Mk IX Spitfire once flown by NZ ace Johnnie Houlton DFC. It was converted to a dual configuration in 1946.

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in 2004. The LEP will see the C-130 Hercules with the most flying hours in the world remain in use until about 2025.

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British Imperial Air Power: The Royal Air Forces and the Defense of Australia and New Zealand Between the World Wars

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In 1957, the Territorial Air Force (TAF) was formally disbanded following a review of New Zealand's local defences.

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was one of the early post-war accounts of combat); and leaders such as the World War I ace, Air Chief Marshal Sir

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The government assisted two private schools to train pilots for the conflict. The Walsh brothers flying school at

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during supply drop operations on 10 December 1956. The aircraft flew into a valley and collided with a 4000-foot

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Requires addition of Air Chief Marshal although this is not used in New Zealand along with Marshal of the RNZAF

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a perceived confusion with the uniform of the New Zealand Police, despite many other more obvious differences.

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As the war progressed the older types were replaced with more powerful modern aircraft; Kittyhawks gave way to

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missions on USAF attachment. One New Zealander flying in Korea as a lieutenant in the British Royal Navy from

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The 50th anniversary of the RNZAF was celebrated with a gold painted Skyhawk and large scale formations with

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urging to reduce public spending, the RNZAF began to consolidate its facilities, led by Minister of Defence

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operations due to having no camouflage pattern, and secondly due to its heat retention in warmer climates.

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in June 1944 (Coningham and Park had remained with the RAF after WWI). Three RNZAF pilots were awarded the

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Goliath's apprentice: The Royal New Zealand Air Force and the United States in the Pacific war, 1941–1945

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In early March 2024, problems with one of the RNZAF's two Boeing 757's nose landing gear systems delayed

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in February 2016 the RNZAF deployed a P-3 Orion, C-130 Hercules and Boeing 757, and two NH-90s aboard

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were deployed to the Gulf War, where they operated as part of a Royal Air Force Hercules Squadron.

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took up the role of advanced training. It briefly operated a small number (up to four) of two-seat

1282:, while Hudsons were replaced by Venturas. At the close of war the RNZAF was planning to bring 320 934: 890: 662:—pioneers who had made the first controlled flight in New Zealand. From 1915 pilots trained on the 5156:

James Saunders, A Long Patrol: An Illustrated History of No. 1 Squadron RNZAF 1930–1984, 1986, 15.

2323:, and is being redeveloped as a residential area by the Hobsonville Land Company. Both Wigram and 2315:, located on Wellington's Miramar peninsula, also closed. The helicopter and former seaplane base 1043:. Through accident or design, other RAF units came to be mostly manned by RNZAF pilots, including 8426: 8311: 8221: 8001: 5722: 4007: 3860: 3782: 3631: 3480: 3278: 3260: 3202: 2851: 2531:

said at the time that it was extremely unlikely that any jet training would be restored in 2010.

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Like other western air arms a major expansion began from the mid-1930s. The NZPAF ordered twelve

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and resumed supply dropping operations in support of anti-guerrilla forces, this time using the

1510:(MNLA), a communist guerrilla organisation. New Zealand's first contribution came in 1949, when 1470:

MR5s operating in maritime patrol and search and rescue roles from Hobsonville and Laucala Bay,

778:, a name adopted by the suburb which grew up around the airfield. It is the site of the present 8021: 7916: 7836: 7776: 7644: 7490: 7128: 5514: 5273:

Peter Cooke, Defending New Zealand, Defence of New Zealand Study Group, 2000, Vol. II, 527–534.

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and that the single wing of other aircrew still have the letters of the trade they represent.

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instructor manuals or guides due to resourcing and logistical issues. Several issues with the

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Since 2001, RNZAF P-3K Orions and C-130 Hercules have made periodic deployments in support of

2478:) training helicopters. In November 2011, a private defence contractor in the United States, 8461: 8381: 8321: 8276: 8256: 8161: 7801: 7480: 4922: 4683: 4546: 4092: 3786: 3265: 3256: 3198: 3030: 3026: 2812: 2520:

as the preferred replacement for the Sioux helicopters. Chief of Air Force, Air Vice-Marshal

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machines, aircraft of their own design and, later in the war, the first two aircraft made by

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led by Prime Minister Luxon. Over 30 companies were represented in the delegation including

3986: 751:, did reach New Zealand they were either placed in storage or loaned to the flying schools, 8441: 8376: 8281: 8251: 8241: 8231: 8196: 8171: 8116: 8031: 7996: 7941: 7931: 7796: 7791: 7579: 4977: 4884: 4448: 3883: 3790: 3692: 3602: 3247: 3242: 3234: 3189: 2909: 2885: 2733: 2540: 2479: 2434: 2333: 2308: 2266: 2211: 2080:. The RNZAF additionally participated in a number of ANZUS joint exercises in this period. 2050:. Additionally, three Boeing 727 aircraft were purchased in 1981 for use as air transport. 1882: 1636: 1608: 1543: 1459: 1455: 1395: 1369: 1361: 1357: 1208: 1163: 1131: 1075: 1056: 1052: 1006: 922: 817:

in 1933–34 to form two bomber-reconnaissance flights at Hobsonville and Wigram. In 1937 29

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On 16 June 2024, an RNZAF's Boeing 757 jet sustained two broken fuses while refuelling at

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near Saigon to evacuate New Zealand personnel from the country as North Vietnamese forces

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aircraft. Politically and operationally, it was advantageous for the RNZAF to assist the

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In 1955, the RNZAF established bases in Singapore and Malaysia. No. 41 Squadron moved to

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saw dramatic changes in the composition of the RNZAF. With government policies from the

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an RNZAF fuel tanker was also despatched from Ohakea Air Base to supply these aircraft.

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ANZAC services around the country made special mention of the accident. Prime Minister

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operated as a Territorial unit at Hobsonville, flying Catalinas and later Sunderlands.

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bomber to smother an engine fire in flight on 7 July 1941. In 1943 then Wing Commander

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aircraft from No. 3 Squadron RNZAF, as well as a Wellington Westpac Rescue Helicopter

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for treatment. Rescue operations and recovery of the bodies were conducted by another

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reinvigorated the reserve component of the Air Force. The four Territorial squadrons,

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arrived in 1945, introducing the jet age. The force was equipped from 1946 with the

612:'s military aviation began in 1913 when the New Zealand Army was presented with two 584: 497: 48: 8451: 8406: 8356: 8306: 8296: 8246: 8131: 8111: 8091: 8086: 8026: 7981: 7731: 7654: 6606: 6074: 4832: 4740: 4531: 4478: 4471: 4048: 4019: 3937: 3891: 3845: 3728: 3696: 3077: 2865: 2820: 2628: 2445: 2366: 2358: 2307:. On 14 September 1995, the closing parade was held for the first RNZAF airfield, 2251: 2223: 2219: 2196: 2027: 1923: 1904: 1870: 1700: 1599:

On 1 May 1955, the air force carried out its first strike mission since the end of

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were camouflaged and armed and various types, such as the North American Harvard,

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the Air Force were expanded. During the Gulf War, two Hercules and personnel of

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to participate in Exercise Vanguard. Deployments occurred on a regular basis to

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https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/king-airs-keep-close-eye-on-fishing/

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List of aircraft of the Royal New Zealand Air Force and Royal New Zealand Navy

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on 4 September 2010 a C-130 Hercules transported Search and Rescue Teams from

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freighters. 41 Sqn flew from Singapore to Hong Kong via South East Asia using

1418:. Internal communications and transport and other services were maintained by 8476: 7189:"PM catches commercial flight to Japan after Defence Force plane breaks down" 5344: 5078: 4957: 4566: 4541: 4536: 4056: 4039: 3760: 3736: 3661: 3636: 3578: 3566: 3513: 3485: 3461: 3429: 3158: 2781: 2387: 2215: 2184: 2134: 2092: 1949: 1859: 1835: 1831: 1749: 1511: 994: 926: 901:—were also acquired, as well as other types for specialised training such as 838: 771: 724: 397: 351: 257: 6542:"370 evacuees from Afghanistan headed for New Zealand, Foreign Affairs says" 2320: 2234: 619:

by the United Kingdom. Both aircraft were handed back after war broke out.

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while carrying out peacetime tasks for governmental and civilian purposes.

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role in Vietnam flying with the USAF 20th Tactical Air Support Squadron at

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continued to lead an extremely hazardous, but vital, attack at the head of

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New Zealand's Vietnam War: A History of Combat, Commitment and Controversy

5324: 4131: 2908:. By 28 August, the NZDF had evacuated 370 people from Afghanistan to the 2904:. On 26 August, the RNZAF suspended its evacuation flights following the 2579:

Stevin Creeggan sustained serious injuries and was required to be sent to

2470:. The NZ government allocated NZ$ 550 million to replace the Iroquois and 1619:

and carried out 115 strike missions. The squadron was replaced in 1958 by

925:, which were RNZAF units attached to RAF formations, and the Royal Navy's 7623: 7157:"Defence Force plane replacement or lease 'just so expensive' - Minister" 4736: 4052: 4015: 4011: 3712: 3536: 2556: 2534: 2517: 2430: 2370: 2324: 2142: 2126: 2096: 2023: 2011:

The A-4 Skyhawk NZ6206 involved in the Kin Nan Incident, is seen here at

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was demonstrated when a submarine-launched Japanese float plane overflew

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and the Southern Ocean. This additional capability will free up the new

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were also deployed to the area and worked in conjunction with the RNZAF.

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were obtained early in 1941 to take over this role. No. 5 Squadron with

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of the New Zealand Air Force was raised in 1930 with three squadrons at

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in the morning, rather than during daylight hours of the previous day.

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biplanes from Britain for pilot training. He gave the aerodrome, later

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aircraft to provide ground support crew and allow the setup of mobile

1318:, some loss of training opportunities with the American suspension of 554:. Its air combat capability ended in 2001, with the disbanding of the 7715: 7681: 6736: 5289:

The Official History of New Zealand in the Second World War 1939–1945

5117:"New Zealand History: First controlled powered flight in New Zealand" 4812: 4060: 3466: 2748: 2552: 2508: 2345: 2155:

New Zealand Nuclear Free Zone, Disarmament, and Arms Control Act 1987

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continued after the withdrawal of New Zealand ground forces in 1971.

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were manufactured or assembled locally; second-hand biplanes—such as

783: 712: 628: 383: 143: 7221:"Time for NZ to purchase new Defence Force planes - former minister" 6040:"Review of the Options for an Air Combat Capability (February 2001)" 4107:

In 2016 as part of the Air Warrior project, aircrew began trialling

6479:"Nearly 200 people airlifted from Kaikoura as evacuations continue" 5938:"Virtual Museum – New Zealand Aviation Books By Author from N to Z" 5568:

Timing is Everything: The politics of NZ defence acquisition making

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Another major change during this decade was the integration of the

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The Chief of Air Staff appointed in June 1962 was Air Vice-Marshal

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on 15 August 2021, the New Zealand Government dispatched a single

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Fourth Labour Government, anti nuclear legislation and ANZUS split

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stations. Additionally eight single seater Skyhawk's were sent to

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until every aircraft was shot down. The same year, Flying Officer

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the NZPAF flew in urgently needed supplies and medical equipment.

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At the end of the war many New Zealand pilots stayed with the new

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Taonga, New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage Te Manatu.

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Taonga, New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage Te Manatu.

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From 1962, the primary RNZAF contribution to the Vietnam War was

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The majority of RNZAF personnel served with RAF units, six RNZAF

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within No 3 Group. Many other New Zealanders were serving in the

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https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/c-130j-flight-tracker/

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https://insidegovernment.co.nz/first-new-hercules-land-for-nzdf/

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having, depending on how it is counted, more than 24 victories.

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called on the Government to purchase new planes for the RNZAF.

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The RNZAF's force operates in conjunction with the rest of the

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also arranged for the evacuation of all tourists from Samoa to

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Fs made a dramatic maritime rescue and in the aftermath of the

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Laucala Bay : the story of the RNZAF in Fiji 1939 to 1967

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was a Taiwanese squid fishing boat operating illegally within

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Zone. At the same time, aircrews adopted closer ties with the

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In early April 1975 the squadron established a detachment at

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A Long Patrol, An Illustrated History of No 1 Squadron RNZAF

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The RNZAF Antarctic Flight was formed in 1956 to assist the

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Angelo, Therese (1994). "The History of Wigram 1917–1994".

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in Australia with the updated Kahu Skyhawks to provide the

2157:, territorial sea, land and airspace of New Zealand became 1471: 825:

for coastal reconnaissance work. An initial shipment of 16

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floatplane took part in naval operations against rebels in

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List of individual weapons of the New Zealand armed forces

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were introduced as an advanced jet trainer, replacing the

7368: 7225: 7193: 6697:"RNZAF farewell flight becomes most tracked in the world" 5589:, (Ministry for Culture and Heritage), updated 4-Oct-2021 4874: 2807:

Following the disappearance of Malaysian Airlines flight

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established the Canterbury Aviation Company at Sockburn,

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Laucala Bay: The Story of the RNZAF in Fiji 1939 to 1967

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Strategic, theatre and tactical air mobility capability.

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against Japanese held airfields and the port of Rabaul.

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Organisations based in New Zealand with royal patronage

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used in the conflict had a white kiwi on a black tail.

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and two-seat T.11 Vampires before re-equipping with 16

6183:"John Key shoots down return of air strike capability" 5690:

Fighting Spirit : 75 Years of the RNZAF. Auckland

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2 aircraft converted for the maritime patrol mission.

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Directorate of Engineering and Technical Airworthiness

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2010 Anzac Day Iroquois crash and operational failings

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aircraft were also used for transport and VIP duties.

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and several had attained high rank by the outbreak of

6647: 6423:"Stranded Russian ship receives NZ air drop supplies" 5587:

https://nzhistory.govt.nz/war/confrontation-in-borneo

1474:. 6 Squadron was disbanded while 5 Squadron received 723:

At the close of hostilities Great Britain offered an

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in March 2014, an RNZAF P-3K2 Orion was deployed to

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Air force component of the New Zealand Defence Force

6153:"Air Force's Aermacchis may be returned to service" 4933:

List of former Royal New Zealand Air Force stations

2575:Benjamin Carson were killed in the accident, while 1960:alliance. The first overseas deployment of the new 7292:Lambert, Max (ed.): 1989 Air New Zealand Almanac, 7122:Trevett, Claire; Coughlan, Thomas (5 March 2024). 6319:"Accident Bell UH-1H Iroquois NZ3806, 25 Apr 2010" 1972:in Australia. Skyhawk crews would be supported by 1017:on the surface off the African coast. He attacked 707: 8493:Military units and formations established in 1923 7306: 7288:(Thesis). Christchurch: University of Canterbury. 7255: 6344:"Fatal flight: Air Force didn't want hotel costs" 5285:"Formation of No. 1 (Islands) Group Headquarters" 4746: 2835:alongside other international aircraft and crews. 2639:After suffering serious injuries from the crash, 2133:, the RNZAF severed overt military ties with the 2083:The Kin Nan Incident occurred in March 1976. The 1873:, and USAF 19th Tactical Air Support Squadron at 1643:. Bristol Freighter serial NZ5901 crashed in the 1247:torpedo bomber. From 12 October 1943, as part of 1158:P-51D preserved in No. 3 (Canterbury) TAF colours 8474: 7382:"Farewell flypast by venerable air-force Orions" 5102: 5100: 5000: 1865:The RNZAF additionally provided assistance in a 1031:bombers in August 1939. The squadron later flew 861:the primary equipment of the RNZAF was to be 30 583:, meaning "Through Adversity to the Stars". The 7121: 7078:(Press release). Lockheed Martin. 9 August 2024 5253:ed. Max Lambert, 1989 Air New Zealand Almanac, 2555:. The Iroquois crashed into steep terrain near 1398:. Initially used in peacekeeping in Cyprus and 7260:(Hardback). Wellington: A.H. & A. W. Reed. 6266:"Anzac Day crash survivor told to 'harden up'" 4378: 4116:Aircrew flying badges and uniform name patches 2916: 1286:into service as part replacement for the F4U. 7697: 7606: 7404: 6915: 6913: 5770:"Dedication kept pilot working with aircraft" 5097: 4780:, and Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules. 4619: 4431: 3981: 2743:the RNZAF deployed three C-130 Hercules, two 2459:In 2005 the Ministry of Defence selected the 1892:A small detachment of RNZAF ground crew from 1615:. In 1955, the squadron was re-equipped with 573:. The RNZAF motto is the same as that of the 7564:Structure of the Royal New Zealand Air Force 7538:List of active New Zealand military aircraft 6950:"Publications | Ministry of Defence Website" 6391: 6389: 6127:"Air Force Helicopter Replacement Announced" 5603:. Auckland: Exisle Publishing. p. 183. 5396:Newton, Dennis, "Kiwis over Korea" article, 5190: 5188: 3800: 3350: 3161:. The RNZAF is divided into three commands: 3137:Structure of the Royal New Zealand Air Force 2610:was held for the three fallen servicemen at 2563:, about 40 km northeast of Wellington. 2376:The RNZAF had a sizeable involvement in the 2303:was closed in 1992, with redevelopment into 2179:. The Skyhawk upgrade included a new radar, 6858:"RNZAF Huey embarks on final domestic tour" 5167:"Golden Years of Aviation – Imperial Gifts" 4083:: Recruit, Aircraftman, Leading Aircraftman 4006:number revealed its nationality within the 2365:also provided air transport support to the 2125:government, and the subsequent election of 2068:would also see significant visits from the 595: 588: 40: 7704: 7690: 7613: 7599: 7411: 7397: 7373: 7026:"Two new Boeing C-17s to cost NZDF $ 600m" 6910: 6101:"Lift-off for negotiations on new copters" 5995:"New Zealand airman in Saudi Arabia, 1991" 5970:. Hobsonville Land Company. Archived from 5887:"Kiwi Aircraft Images : A-4K Skyhawk" 5436:"Final sortie for NZ's last combat pilots" 5357:: CS1 maint: location missing publisher ( 4626: 4612: 4438: 4424: 3306:Directorate of Air Force Safety and Health 2831:, searching the Southern Indian Ocean for 2659: 2466:to replace the RNZAF's ageing fleet of 14 1070:New Zealand Article XV Squadrons included 774:were acquired. Sockburn was later renamed 693:, to the government for defence purposes. 631:, New Zealand aircrew flew as part of the 293: 6386: 6064:, Economic Affairs Volume 17 Issue 4, p39 5465:"Canberra bomber in action, Malaya, 1958" 5185: 4943:Disbandment of the RNZAF air combat force 4928:List of World War I aces from New Zealand 3953: 3337:NZDF Physical Instructors Training School 3221:RNZAF Parachute Training and Support Unit 2433:. This was followed by the disbanding of 1454:for VIP and communications support. Nos. 1402:the Vampires were supplemented by loaned 1211:and additional Harvards and Hudsons. The 821:were purchased specifically to equip the 6742: 6694: 6129:. RNZAF. 30 October 2007. Archived from 6075:"C-130 Hercules upgrade contract signed" 6021:"RAF looks to snap up NZ Skyhawk pilots" 5912:"RNZAF Waikato & Bay of Plenty Area" 5636:"The 20th Tactical Air Support Squadron" 5624:United States Distinguished Flying Cross 5598: 4130: 4002:; sometimes only the "NZ" prefix to the 3985: 3764: 3382: 3164: 2864:the magnitude 7.8 earthquake devastated 2668:RNZAF C-130H Hercules of No. 40 Squadron 2663: 2507: 2394:helicopters, awaiting further orders of 2233: 2006: 1782: 1374: 1260: 1153: 848: 711: 63:Badge of the Royal New Zealand Air Force 7670:Civilian administration and oversight: 7340: 7309:Fighting Spirit – 75 Years of the RNZAF 6507: 6062:The economics of defence labour markets 6018: 5687: 5585:'NZ and Confrontation in Borneo', URL: 5564: 5283:Ross, Squadron Leader J. M. S. (1955). 5241: 5064: 4751:New Zealand took an option to purchase 2503:International Security Assistance Force 2218:. To complement these upgrades, 18 new 1918:Flights to support the medical team at 1722:– Primary Light Attack/Fighter Aircraft 1665:Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition 1422:. It supported the Army and Navy using 1360:(Auckland), Wellington, Canterbury and 1220:formed at Masterton, were established. 1149: 719:of the RNZAF's seaplane training flight 14: 8475: 7711: 7329:, 1986, Century Hutchinson, Auckland, 7278: 7154: 6887: 6885: 6883: 6881: 6879: 6745:"New Zealand receives final NH90 helo" 6630: 6397:"NZDF guilty over Anzac chopper crash" 6239:"ANZAC Day Iroquois crash kills three" 6081:from the original on 16 September 2009 5322: 5295:from the original on 16 September 2009 5141: 5123:from the original on 18 September 2016 5020:from the original on 11 September 2018 4875:Enhanced Maritime Awareness Capability 4716: 208:Royal New Zealand Air Force March Past 7685: 7594: 7392: 6893:"Air Force Heritage Flight takes off" 6668: 6572: 6489:from the original on 21 December 2016 5846: 5844: 5842: 5742: 5711: 5709: 4664: 4641: 4453: 3325:Command and Recruit Training Squadron 3147:Headquarters Joint Forces New Zealand 3041: 2606:A full military funeral service with 2390:helicopters were replaced with Kaman 2121:Following the end of the US friendly 1588:, while No. 14 Squadron relocated to 1362:No. 4 Squadron, Territorial Air Force 7345:. 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The Air Force Stores Depot at 2269:was reformed, then relocated to 2229: 2149:and international roles such as 1826:As 1ATF expanded, in June 1966, 1760: 1681:De Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver 1508:Malayan National Liberation Army 1382:C.3 of 40 Squadron RNZAF in 1953 1309: 402: 388: 374: 369: 243:Indonesia–Malaysia Confrontation 126: 57: 8488:Military history of New Zealand 7543:List of RNZAF and RNZN aircraft 7249: 7213: 7181: 7148: 7115: 7090: 7043: 7018: 6993: 6967: 6942: 6850: 6832:"World Air Forces 1955 pg. 651" 6824: 6798: 6787: 6762: 6725: 6714: 6688: 6631:Manuel, Rojoef (19 July 2023). 6624: 6599: 6566: 6534: 6501: 6471: 6441: 6415: 6361: 6336: 6310: 6284: 6258: 6231: 6205: 6175: 6145: 6119: 6093: 6067: 6054: 6012: 5986: 5960: 5930: 5904: 5879: 5870: 5814: 5788: 5762: 5736: 5718:Don Simms on the RNZAF Skyhawks 5681: 5656: 5642: 5628: 5617: 5592: 5579: 5558: 5532: 5507: 5482: 5456: 5428: 5403: 5390: 5365: 5316: 5307: 5276: 5267: 5247: 5226: 5217: 5208: 5065:Wallace, Wal (September 2009). 4948:Air Force Museum of New Zealand 4898:Military history of New Zealand 3340:Directorate of Defence Security 3315:Air Force Museum of New Zealand 3116:Air Force Museum of New Zealand 2598:reported the news to crowds at 2551:, as part of a flypast for the 2401: 2030:light attack aircraft in 1972. 1922:and the New Zealand embassy in 1858:while preparing for service in 1677:De Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otter 1299:was formed, with Air Commodore 844: 708:New Zealand Permanent Air Force 7517:New Zealand Air Training Corps 7510:Associated civil organisations 7446:List of squadrons of the RNZAF 7229:. 17 June 2024. 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