GippsAero (now Mahindra Aerospace) GippsAero GA8 Airvan

Kiwi Aviation 🇳🇿

10 Apr 2026 · © KiwiAviation1

Parked up at Kaikoura Airport in NZ

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Advait S · 10 Apr 2026

This airport looks fantastic

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Aircraft

GippsAero GA8 Airvan GA8

Red and white with Air Kaikoura branding

ZK-EHS

Registration

Airline

Air Kaikoura

Manufacturer

GippsAero (now Mahindra Aerospace)

Gear

iPhone 12 Pro

Achievements

Rare Bird, Golden Hour Glory

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Location

Kaikoura Airport

KBZ/NZKI

-42.4250, 173.6050

Open map

Kaikoura Airport KBZ

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The GA8 Airvan is a modern utility aircraft popular for charter, survey, and skydiving flights, notable for its spacious cabin and rugged design.

Fleet Rarity

Moderately rare, with under 300 units built as of 2024.

Record Flights

No notable record flights for this model; common in outback and remote region service.

Safety & Events

No major incidents; known for reliability in rough field operations.

Future Outlook

Still active in service, especially in charter and regional operations.

Specifications

Lycoming IO-540-K1A5

Engine

12.28 meters

Wingspan

8.95 meters

Length

1,309 kilometers

Range

222 kilometers per hour

Speed

8 passengers

Capacity

1,810 kilograms

MTOW

3.90 meters

Height

Not typically rated in thrust; 300 hp (224 kW)

Thrust

Not specifically rated in decibels, but typically complies with ICAO Annex 16, Volume I for small GA aircraft

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