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RNZAF helicopter crew rescues Tararua tramper and his dog
A Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) helicopter crew has winched a near-hypothermic tramper and his dog to safety from freezing conditions in the Tararua Ranges north of Wellington.
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FPDA
The Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) between the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia and Singapore are one of the longest-running defence arrangements in the world. Conducting regular military exercises between the military forces of the five countries since 1981 enhances interoperability and promotes stability and security in the Southeast Asian region.
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Ships & watercraft
Our fleet comprises nine modern and versatile ships that undertake a full range of maritime tasks from combat and peacekeeping operations to border patrol and support for government agencies. We also utilise other watercraft to deliver naval capabilities.
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Hercules way finder flying in the family footsteps
Air is in the blood.
It’s no surprise that as a young boy, Christchurch’s Carter Bland decided a job navigating the skies was for him. -
Our equipment
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Whenuapai
The suburb of Whenuapai is home to RNZAF Base Auckland, our largest and northernmost operational air base. Base Auckland is located north west of Auckland City on the upper western reaches of the Waitematā Harbour.
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Inspiring Mums
A business born out of hard times was the inspiration for Flight Lieutenant (FLTLT) Natalie Pitts to launch Go Mama.
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First World War Kiwi Officer in Belgium grave identified
The 103-year-old mystery of an unknown New Zealand Army captain buried in a cemetery in Belgium has been solved.
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Carl Gustaf M3
The Carl Gustaf M3 is used to target enemy tanks, other armoured vehicles and fortified positions.
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Search & Rescue
When the call comes in to help find a missing person or group, the New Zealand Defence Force has aircraft on standby 24/7, 365 days of the year to respond immediately, and Navy ships on notice to deploy within hours. Whether it is a lost tramper or a vessel in trouble on the ocean, our personnel have the equipment and skills for the job.