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14 Apr 2026 · © KiwiAviation1

Air New Zealand Airbus A320-232 on final approach beneath dramatic clouds.

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Airbus A320-232

Aircraft

Airbus A320-232 A320

Air New Zealand (standard)

Airline

Air New Zealand

Manufacturer

Gear

10th Generation IPad

Achievements

Winglet Watcher, Weather Warrior, Boeing Beginner, Dreamliner Hunter, Widebody Wizard

5 badges earned

Location

Christchurch International Airport

CHC/NZCH

-43.4890, 172.5320

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Christchurch International Airport CHC

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 787-9 is a major technological advance in fuel efficiency and passenger comfort; Air New Zealand was the launch customer.

Fleet Rarity

Air New Zealand operates 14 of these as of 2024, but the 787-9 is not a particularly rare aircraft globally.

Record Flights

Air New Zealand\'s 787-9 has operated non-stop routes between Auckland and Chicago, Houston, and other ultra-long-haul destinations.

Safety & Events

Generally a safe and reliable aircraft; some Dreamliners experienced engine issues with the Trent 1000, leading to inspections and additional maintenance.

Future Outlook

Still flying; expected to remain core a long-haul aircraft for years to come.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 (typical for Air New Zealand 787s)

Engine

60.1 m

Wingspan

62.8 m

Length

14,140 km

Range

913 km/h

Speed

up to 296 passengers (typical Air New Zealand 787-9 configuration)

Capacity

254,011 kg

MTOW

17.0 m

Height

up to 320 kN (Rolls-Royce Trent 1000)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~85 dB on approach

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