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Gisborne Airport

Gisborne Airport (NZGS/GIS) serves Gisborne, New Zealand. This is a mid-sized airport with 5 runways (03/21, 09/27). Field elevation is 15 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 2/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 5/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: NZGS
  • Name: Gisborne Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Uncategorized
  • Latitude: -38.6633
  • Longitude: 177.977997
  • Elevation: 15 ft
  • Country: New Zealand
  • Municipality: Gisborne
  • IATA Code: GIS
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: N/A
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 03/21

  • Designation: 03/21
  • Dimensions: 1150x60m
  • Surface: GRS
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 09/27

  • Designation: 09/27
  • Dimensions: 1170x60m
  • Surface: GRS
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 14/32

  • Designation: 14/32
  • Dimensions: N/A
  • Surface: UNK
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME, NDB
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 14L/32R

  • Designation: 14L/32R
  • Dimensions: 763x60m
  • Surface: GRS
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 14R/32L

  • Designation: 14R/32L
  • Dimensions: 1310x45m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 127.300, 127.300 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: 127.300 MHz
  • ATIS: 126.400 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx NZD 8-10/tonne
  • Parking Fee: NZD 5-7/tonne per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: NZD
  • Remarks: Gisborne Airport. East Cape, North Island. First city to see the sunrise. Wine and surf region. Council-owned. GST (15%) applicable.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Z Energy. Available during operating hours. Regional pricing.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Domestic only. No international CIQ.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No curfew. Unique airport with railway line crossing the main runway. Coastal weather. Runway 1310m.

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New Zealand Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: Conditional
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: 72 hours
  • Landing Lead Time: Private: no formal landing permit system -- comply with NZCAR Part 91. FAOC: allow 6-8 weeks for initial certification.
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require customs pre-notification. Biosecurity declaration mandatory.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at NZGS?
The tower frequency at Gisborne Airport is 127.3, 127.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at NZGS?
Gisborne Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does NZGS require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Gisborne Airport (New Zealand).