As the regional embodiment of the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), the New Zealand Division is a multi-disciplinary organisation dedicated to the advancement of the aviation and aerospace community across the country.
Royal Aeronautical Society NZ Division Symposium 2026
2026 - TBCThank you to all attendees and presenters at the 2025 event.
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Parliament, Wellington
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RAeS Student Affiliate Membership for Auckland Student Members
To qualify for all of the free benefits of RAeS student membership, you should be in full-time study and intending to follow a career in aerospace. Free membership is available for the duration of your course. Full-time students studying at any level are able to apply...
2025 RAeS NZ Division Symposium- 31 October – Aviation in New Zealand’s Future
Title: Aviation in NZ’s Future. Theme: The role Aviation and Aerospace may play in New Zealand’s growth and future. Synopsis: With the focus and need to grow New Zealand’s economy, Aviation and the Aerospace sector have an important role...
Classic Fighters Omaka 18-20 April 2025
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Wellington Branch Meeting 19 February 2026
WHEN: Thursday 19 February 2026 - 5:30pm for 6:00pm. WHERE: Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand, Level 15, Asteron Centre, 55 Featherston St., Wellington. SUBJECT: The Falklands Conflict by Phillip Harrall. In 1982 Phillip was deployed to the Falklands in command...
Auckland Branch Social 19 November 2025
WHEN: Wednesday 19 November - 5:30pm start WHERE: Swashbucklers Restaurant and Bar, 23 Westhaven Drive, Auckland CBD DETAILS: Meet at Main Bar Swashbucklers. We'll have a general catchup round table with all those in attendance. After we will enjoy drinks, dinner and...
Wellington Branch Social 28 November 2025
WHEN: Friday 28 November - 5:30pm start WHERE: Brewtown, 23 Blenheim Street, Upper Hutt DETAILS: Scapegoats Escape Rooms & Dinner at Fermented Bar & Eatery. First up, we’ll tackle two escape room adventures at Scapegoats Escape Rooms — “The Cartel” (you’re...
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