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Air Safaris GippsAero GA8 Airvan preparing for a scenic or charter flight at a New Zealand airport. Known for rugged versatility and panoramic flights.
© Kiwi Aviation1
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Spotter's notes
Air safari plane? Never seen this before…
Aircraft identity
Registration
SAZ
ICAO Type
GA8
Model
GA8 Airvan
Manufacturer
GippsAero
Airline
Air Safaris
Livery
Air Safaris
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Lycoming IO-540-K1A5
Thrust
300 hp (224 kW)
Wingspan
12.28 m
Length
9.03 m
Height
3.72 m
MTOW
1,815 kg
Range
1,073 km
Capacity
8 passengers
Cruise Speed
222 km/h
Noise Rating
Not specifically rated by ICAO; typical piston GA aircraft noise profile (~75-80 dB on takeoff)
Location
Airport Code
CHC/NZCH
Airport Name
Christchurch International Airport
Camera
Device
10th Generation IPad