North Shore Aerodrome


North Shore Aerodrome, also called North Shore Airport and Dairy Flat Airfield, is a small, uncontrolled aerodrome located south southwest of Silverdale, near Auckland in New Zealand's North Island.

Operational information

The aerodrome is operated by North Shore Aero Club, which is a member of the Royal New Zealand Aero Club.

Airlines and destinations

North Shore Aero Club

The North Shore Aero Club was founded in 1967, although flying occurred at the site before this. Previously the clubs primary trainer was the
Cessna 152. currently is it the
Robin R2120. The club has three of the R2160 variety, this aircraft comes with a 160 hp engine and a larger rudder. These aircraft can be used for aerobatics. They also have three Cessna 172's, one with
IFR capacity. The clubs twin engine aircraft is the
Beechcraft Duchess. This aircraft is the MEIR The club has
Tecnam P2008 as the microlight trainer in addition to the
Piper PA28 Cherokee. The current CFI is Daryl Gillett.