PILOT TRAINING squadrons

14 Squadron

14 Squadron is responsible for the pilot training of pilots who join the vRNZAF. This squadron is based at RNZAF Base Ohakea and fly the Beechcraft T6c Texan ii.

42 Squadron

42 Squadron is responsible for multi engine training for pilots who successfully complete their Initial Pilot Training and wish to proceed on to twin engine aircraft. This squadron is based at RNZAF Base Ohakea and fly the Beechcraft KA350ii.

HELICOPTER operational squadrons

3 Squadron

3 Squadron is responsible for helicopter operations within the vRNZAF. This includes disaster relief, VIP transport, SAR, counter terrorism response & police operations. This squadron is based at RNZAF Base Ohakea and fly the NH-90 & A109.

6 Squadron

6 Squadron is responsible for naval helicopter operations within the vRNZAF and is used for Anti-surface warfare, Underwater warfare & Maritime patrols and surveillance. This squadron is based at RNZAF Base Auckland and fly the SH-2 Seasprite.

FIxed wing Operational squadrons

5 Squadron

5 Squadron is responsible for the Airborne Surveillance and Response Force of the vRNZAF. This squadron is based at RNZAF Base Auckland and fly the P3k2 Orion & P8A Poseidon.

40 squadron

40 Squadron is responsible for strategic and tactical airlift of both personnel and cargo around the world. The squadron is based at RNZAF Base Auckland and fly the Boeing 757-200 & C130H Hercules.

75 squadron

75 Squadron is the vRNZAF's only strike force squadron. The squadron is responsible for providing Air to Air relief as well as Air to Ground relief. This squadron is based at RNZAF Base Ohakea and fly the A4k Skyhawk.