International Aviation Academy of New Zealand Welcomes 11 New Student Pilots in October 2026

New Zealand – Flight training organization International Aviation Academy of New Zealand (IAANZ) has welcomed its latest intake of 11 student pilots at its Christchurch-based training academy, continuing its series of pilot training intakes throughout 2026.

• IAANZ operates from Christchurch International Airport, providing students with experience in controlled airspace and commercial airline traffic environments. Additional flight training takes place at West Melton and Rangiora airfields, allowing trainees to gain experience in different operating conditions.
• The academy offers professional pilot training pathways covering the Private Pilot Licence (PPL), Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), Instrument Rating, Multi-Engine Instrument Rating, Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) theory and flight instructor qualifications.
• AFM previously reported that IAANZ welcomed 20 domestic and international students in August 2026, following earlier intakes of 25 students in February and eight in March.
• The latest cohort brings the combined number of students across four publicly reported 2026 intakes to 64.
• IAANZ's previously reported 24-aircraft training fleet comprised five Piper PA-28-181 Archers, eight PA-28-161 Warriors, six PA-38-112 Tomahawks and one each of the Partenavia P68C, Alpha A160a, Cessna 172, Piper Arrow and Piper Cherokee. In August 2026, the academy also announced the addition of a Diamond DA42 for multi-engine and instrument flight training.

About International Aviation Academy of New Zealand
International Aviation Academy of New Zealand is a Christchurch-based flight training organization and the professional pilot training division of Canterbury Aero Club, which was established in 1928. The academy is registered with the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and operates flight training, ground school and simulation facilities at Christchurch International Airport.

Source: IAANZ