Great Barrier Aerodrome (GBZ): Codes, Runways & Location
Great Barrier Aerodrome (IATA: GBZ · ICAO: NZGB) is a small airport serving Claris, New Zealand. It lies at 36.2414° S, 175.4720° E, 20 ft (6 m) above sea level.
Overview of Great Barrier Aerodrome
Great Barrier Aerodrome is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a small airport, serving the area of Claris in New Zealand. It is identified by the IATA code GBZ and the ICAO code NZGB. It has scheduled commercial airline service.
Great Barrier Aerodrome has 1 runway recorded. Its longest runway is about 930 m (3051 ft) long. A runway of that length can physically support small turboprops and light business jets, though actual limits also depend on elevation, temperature, payload and local procedures. Runway surface: sealed. The field elevation is 20 ft (6 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Okiwi Station Airport about 12 km away.
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Airport Details & Runways
Physical characteristics from the public-domain OurAirports dataset.
Location & Runway Capacity
Aircraft capacity by runway length
Longest runway ≈ 930 m — turboprop capable
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Frequently Asked Questions about Great Barrier Aerodrome
Where is Great Barrier Aerodrome located?
Great Barrier Aerodrome is located in Claris, New Zealand. Its coordinates are 36.2414° S, 175.4720° E.
What is the airport code for Great Barrier Aerodrome?
Great Barrier Aerodrome has an IATA code of GBZ and an ICAO code of NZGB.
How long is the runway at Great Barrier Aerodrome?
Great Barrier Aerodrome's longest runway is about 930 m (3051 ft), which can support small turboprops and light business jets.
How many runways does Great Barrier Aerodrome have?
Great Barrier Aerodrome has 1 runway recorded in the dataset, with sealed surfacing.
Is Great Barrier Aerodrome a major airport?
Great Barrier Aerodrome is classified as a small airport, though it does carry scheduled service.
About this data
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