Air Kaikoura GippsAero GA8 Airvan in flight, a rugged utility aircraft popular for sightseeing and regional missions.
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At Kaikoura
Aircraft identity
Registration
ZK-ORC
ICAO Type
GA8
Model
GA8 Airvan
Manufacturer
GippsAero
Airline
Air Kaikoura
Livery
Air Kaikoura
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Lycoming IO-540-K1A5
Thrust
300 hp (224 kW)
Wingspan
12.28 m
Length
9.98 m
Height
3.8 m
MTOW
1,814 kg
Range
1,296 km
Capacity
8 passengers
Cruise Speed
220 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 6 (general aviation standard, <75 dB)
Location
Airport Code
KBZ/NZKI
Airport Name
Kaikoura Airport
Camera
Device
iPhone 12 Pro