Aircraft parked outside the Bay of Islands Aero Club hangar
Club aircraft on the apron at Kerikeri Airport
Aerial view of the Bay of Islands Aero Club at Kerikeri Airport
Aviation activity at Kerikeri Airport
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Fly into Adventure

Join us and explore the skies above the Bay of Islands, and beyond!

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Bay of Islands Aero Club beside Kerikeri Airport

Welcome to Kerikeri

Bay of Islands Aero Club

Our mission is to foster a passionate community of aviators in the Bay of Islands.

The club is based at Kerikeri Airport, and caters for both Microlight and General Aviation (PPL) flying. We have club rooms and hangarage for two aircraft. Currently the Club has in excess of thirty active members, many of whom own their own aircraft. Our aircraft are flown by suitably qualified instructors and club members.

  • Introductory flights
  • PPL and microlight flying lessons
  • Young Eagles youth program
30+ active members 2 training aircraft 2 licence pathways

Meet the fleet

Our Aircraft

Two distinctive aircraft and two great ways to begin flying.

Robin R2160 ZK-SPN
PPL training

Robin R2160

Learning to fly the Robin R2160 is ideal for a Private Pilot Licence (PPL) because its responsive controls, and excellent climb performance deliver precise handling and confidence-building flight training.

Licence
CAA Part 61 PPL
Training time
Typically 50–70 hours
Indicative cost
About $35,000 plus extras
Suitable for
Pathway to commercial
Explore the PPL pathway
Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen ZK-CHE
Microlight training

Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen

Learning to fly the Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen is ideal for a microlight licence because its stable, low-speed handling and panoramic visibility provide a safe, enjoyable training platform.

Certificate
RAANZ pilot certificate
Training time
Typically 20–30 hours
Indicative cost
About $11,000 plus extras
Suitable for
Recreational flyers
Explore the Microlight pathway
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Young Eagles

The Young Eagles programme could be the start of your lifelong aviation adventure!

Each month, we host events giving 14–18 year-olds hands-on flying and aviation-related experiences. Join us to discover the diverse, exciting careers available to motivated individuals in aviation. Our monthly programme includes:

  • Introductory flights in one of our aircraft
  • Tours of the terminal, apron, and fire service
  • Getting up close with Air NZ aircraft
  • Q&A sessions with aviation professionals
  • Introductions to radio, navigation, and more
Explore Young Eagles