The Aviation Institute exists to drive excellence in the essential areas of modern aviation.

It is an organisation that prides itself on the ability to establish new standards of performance through new breed practice, best-in-class credentials and a meld of industry experience and innovative new thinking.

We call it “Aviation Intelligence” where our innovative practice is informed by our intuitive skills and knowledge.

It is the edge that is required in a changing world of air travel.

Established in 2011 but built on 70 years of aviation training supply to our parent airline Air New Zealand and customers from around the globe. An extensive suite of training products has been assembled, from flight crew and engineer type ratings, through to basic maintenance courses for apprentices, service training for frontline staff or leadership programmes for your future leaders. The Air New Zealand Aviation Institute provides a unique opportunity to access a comprehensive range of integrated aviation training products delivered by an international operator and two-time ATW Airline of the Year (2010 and 2012). 

Spread over multiple locations the staff of the Air New Zealand Aviation Institute number approximately 130. The vast majority have joined the team from operational airline roles bringing with them huge depths of knowledge and experience.

Management Team