Gliding New Zealand

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Gliding New Zealand (GNZ) controls the sport of gliding in New Zealand for those clubs and other organisations that are affiliated to it. It was established after the Second World War to:

Liaise with government agencies in particular with the Civil Aviation Authority and Airways Corporation of New Zealand
Establish and publish procedures and operating standards
Manage the training for pilots, instructors, engineers, and tow pilots
Maintain standards for training and the operation of gliders and tow planes
Encourage competitions
Liaise with international gliding organisations
Promote the sport of gliding

GNZ has 32 constituent members (clubs), who represent some 1000 pilots and operate over 300 gliders. GNZ represents 11% of all certificated/ licenced pilots in New Zealand and 10% of all registered aircraft in New Zealand.

GNZ annually elects an Executive Committee (President, Vice President and three Members) and a Secretary. Persons appointed to the following positions assist the Executive Committee:

Operations Officer
Airworthiness Officer
Airspace Officer
Executive Officer

Each of the National Officers is supported by appointed Committee members who have responsibility for the various regions of New Zealand. GNZ officers conduct on-going audits of operational and maintenance activities. There are additionally a number of other appointees such as the Medical Officer, Awards Officer, Quality Manager, Publicity Officer, and the Webmaster.