NZFBI Aviation Field Day - Palmerston North

Name: NZFBI Aviation Field Day - Palmerston North
Start: 2026-07-02T22:45:00+12:00
Location: Palmerston North Airport

Schedule

Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 10:45 pm

UTC+12:00

Location

Palmerston North Airport | Palmerston North, MW

NZFBI Aviation-Themed Field Day – Limited Spots Available!
Ever wondered how air traffic control keeps you safe in the air? Or how an Airport Fire Station operates
Join us for a hands-on NZFBI Field Day focused on all things Aviation
What’s included:
• Guided visit to Massey School of Aviation
• Air Traffic Control presentation
• Tour of the Palmerston North Airport Fire Station
• Tour of Fieldair Engineering & Operations
• Tour of Palmerston North Airport Terminal (Pending terminal operations on the day)
• Networking with firefighters from across the country
• Catered lunch
🎯 Who should attend?
Any firefighter interested in:
• Aviation in general
• Aviation firefighting
• Aviation Engineering
📅 Event Details:
• Date: 3rd July 0845 start
• Start Location: Palmerston North Airport Fire Station (parking is available at the station, carpooling is highly recommended)
• Cost: $40 (includes lunch) Please indicate if you have any dietary requirements
• Spaces: Limited to 30 attendees
⚠️ Important:
• Bring your FENZ ID
• Wear your dark blues, safety boots and high vis
• As this is an airport, same security rules when going thru screening at airports for flights
This field day is only open to NZFBI member brigades and FENZ staff in the first instance (if you belong to a FENZ brigade, you are a member of NZFBI)
If you belong to an ERT or Industrial Brigade, Defence Brigade etc, we may be able to host you depending on numbers.
IFE CPD hours have been allocated to this event and you will receive a certificate following the field day.
Your place will not be secured until you have paid your registration fee
To register, or if you have any questions, email [email protected]