Council approves independent review of NZICPA investment Published on 24 March 2026 Whanganui District Council has approved an independent review into its investment in the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy (NZICPA), following the recent release of a historical overview of the project. Tagged as: , Flight Academy
Update on flight school investment - independent review recommended Published on 16 March 2026 Whanganui District Council has released an historical overview of its investment in the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy. The report will be brought to the council controlled organisations and economic growth committee on Wednesday, 18 March. Tagged as: , Flight Academy
NZICPA updates council committee Published on 18 February 2026 The interim chief executive of the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy (NZICPA) Scott McKenzie and NZICPA board chair Craig Compain presented a report to the council’s council-controlled organisations and economic growth committee on Tuesday 17 February. Tagged as: , Flight Academy
Pilot academy transition picks up momentum Published on 19 December 2025 As New Zealand’s largest pilot training school, the New Zealand Airline Academy Limited (NZAAL), prepares to establish its Whanganui base, the team and students at the New Zealand International Pilot Academy (NZICPA) are making arranging to relocate to alternative premises. Tagged as: , Flight Academy
Pathway confirmed for aviation training in Whanganui Published on 05 November 2025 New Zealand’s largest flight training school will soon be operating from Whanganui Airport, after reaching an agreement with Whanganui District Council. Tagged as: , Flight Academy
Council supports future for aviation training in Whanganui Published on 21 August 2025 Whanganui District Council and Whanganui District Council Holdings Limited (Holdings) are pursuing next steps to secure the continuation of an international pilot academy in Whanganui, following a comprehensive review of options. Tagged as: , Flight Academy
CAA lifts suspension on NZICPA flight training Published on 25 July 2025 A staged return to flight training can now begin at the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy (NZICPA) after the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) formally lifted its suspension of the academy’s Part 141 Certificate today. Tagged as: , Flight Academy
NZICPA adjusts to current operational needs Published on 24 July 2025 Following a staff consultation process, the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy (NZICPA) has made the difficult decision to reduce the number of full-time roles from 20 to 10. Whanganui District Council Holdings Limited and the council continue to explore long-term strategic options for the future of the academy. Tagged as: , Flight Academy
Flight school negotiations continue Published on 04 July 2025 Whanganui District Council Holdings Ltd and the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy (NZICPA) have provided an update on flight school sale negotiations and progress at the academy this week. Tagged as: , Flight Academy
All options being considered for future of Whanganui flight school Published on 26 June 2025 Whanganui District Council has endorsed Whanganui District Council Holdings Ltd (WDCHL) having discussions with several parties interested in exploring opportunities at the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy Ltd (NZICPA). Tagged as: , Flight Academy