Pilot training in New Zealand

Become a Pilot in New Zealand

New Zealand offers outstanding flight training in scenic, uncrowded airspace with excellent weather and English-medium instruction. Many international students train here.

Authority
CAA NZ
Language
English
PPL avg cost
NZ$16,000 - NZ$22,000
ATPL / CPL avg cost
NZ$90,000 - NZ$150,000

Pilot demand

Moderate — Air NZ and regional operators hiring

Top training cities

AucklandChristchurchHamilton

Major airlines hiring

  • • Air New Zealand
  • • Sounds Air

Why train in New Zealand

  • ✓Stunning training environment
  • ✓Uncrowded airspace
  • ✓English-medium instruction
  • ✓Diverse terrain in small geography

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