Piper PA-38 Tomahawk

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09 Apr 2026 · © Kiwi aviation

Two Piper PA-38 Tomahawks taxi at a regional airport—a classic sight in flight training.

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Aircraft

PA-38 Tomahawk PA38

Flight training/club standard livery, white with red/dark accents

ZK-EYA, ZK-EYC

Registration

Manufacturer

Piper

Gear

10th Generation IPad

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Superjumbo Spotter

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Location

Christchurch International Airport

CHC/NZCH · Runway 02

-43.4843, 172.5300

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Christchurch International Airport CHC

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

Popular ab initio flight trainer introduced in the late 1970s.

Fleet Rarity

One of the more common light trainers but a rare sight outside flying schools.

Record Flights

Primarily used for local/regional pilot training, not known for record flights.

Safety & Events

Generally low incident rate; sometimes noted in training accidents.

Future Outlook

Still in active use by flying clubs, some retired or in private hands.

Specifications

Lycoming O-235

Engine

10.36 meters

Wingspan

7.01 meters

Length

876 km

Range

178 km/h

Speed

2 passengers

Capacity

757 kg

MTOW

2.59 meters

Height

87 kW (116 hp)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 6 (light aircraft, typically ~68-72 dB LAeq at takeoff)

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