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AirShare

Name: AirShare
Address: 26 Sir William Pickering Drive, Christchurch, 8300, NZ
Telephone: 03 357 5747

New Zealand's drone operator hub. Visit airshare.co.nz to log your flights & learn how to fly safely.

19/04/2026

We have just released a new update for the AirShare mobile app, bringing several key improvements to your flight planning experience.

What is new:
𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗠𝗮𝗽 𝗟𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀: You can now select heights on control zone aerodromes as a dedicated map layer for better situational awareness.
𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝟭𝟬𝟭: If you have an approved Part 101 night rating, you can update this directly in the app.
𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘆 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: New sign ups can now choose to receive your mobile verification via WhatsApp.
𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: We have rolled out several bug fixes, map improvements, and advisory updates to make the app smoother and more reliable.

Please note: you will need to update your app to see these improvements. Download the latest version from the App Store or Google Play today.

09/03/2026

𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐩 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞

In the maps on AirShare (web initially), we have now added height restriction values for drones flying near controlled airports.

On the maps, you will now see values showing the maximum height you’re likely to obtain authorisation to operate - unless the runway is not in use or you have an agreement with ATC.

You’ll see two different height references:

𝐀𝐆𝐋 𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬
The maximum height the UAV pilot can fly Above Ground Level

𝐀𝐀𝐄 𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬
The maximum height the UAV pilot can fly Above Aerodrome Elevation - refer to picture for further explanation.

When you file your flight in one of these areas, you will be advised of your flight's AAE.

02/03/2026

𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 — 𝐔𝐀𝐕 𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 (𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝟐𝟐 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓)

AirShare has been updated to reflect the latest changes to Civil Aviation rules for drones and advanced aviation introduced on 22 December. As part of this update, the following changes are now live:

➡️ Shielded flight guidance has been updated to reflect the new rules (Web only)
➡️ Part 101 night flights are now available for approved operators

If you hold an approved Part 101 Night Rating, you can enable this in your AirShare profile (on web) by selecting the Part 101 Night Rating option – see screenshot below. If you’re accessing the AirShare app on mobile, you can enable this by updating your pilot profile.

18/12/2025

With the new Civil Aviation Rules coming into effect on 𝟮𝟮 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿, AirShare is fully supportive of these updates - including the new Part 107 and the introduction of Transport Instruments.

While the rules go live next week, we are currently working behind the scenes to align the AirShare platform with the new changes.

𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 in early 2026 we will:
𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: update our guidance in the pilot app on the new 10m height allowance above the shield.
𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: provide the ability to log night flights (outside of shielded areas) as a Part 101 night rated pilot.

Thank you for using AirShare this year. We wish you safe flying and a very Merry Christmas!

01/12/2025

We’ve rolled out a new release of the AirShare web app with various new functions and features for drone pilots, to improve their AirShare experience. Here’s a couple of features included in the latest release:

𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞
Pilots can now extend their flight by up to 30 minutes if required.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐬𝐀𝐩𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐌𝐒 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬
Pilots can now choose how they receive messages and verify their AirShare accounts – either via WhatsApp or SMS.

We expect to release an AirShare mobile update in the next few weeks.

Learn more about this update here: https://shorturl.at/6k4DM

15/08/2025

🚨 Important update for all AirShare users 🚨

From 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟖 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭, all drone operators with an unverified phone number in AirShare will be required to verify their number before using the system.

If you haven’t verified your phone number already, you’ll be automatically prompted to do so when you log in or log a new flight in AirShare.

𝐖𝐡𝐲?
It’s a requirement that you remain contactable during your flight so Air Traffic Control (ATC) or other airspace managers can alert you to hazards or provide important safety information.

28/07/2025

We’d like to extend a big thank you to everyone in the AirShare community who completed our recent AirShare drone pilot survey.

We had more than 600 responses, and gained some really valuable feedback about AirShare and how it’s being used. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and experiences with us!

Congratulations to Pete Dobson from www.photomarketing.co.nz, who is the winner of the $100 Prezzy card!

Thanks again for using AirShare and sharing your feedback.

15/07/2025

𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧: We’ve rolled out a new release of AirShare which includes a few key functions and features to improve the AirShare experience for both drone pilots and air traffic controllers. Here’s what’s included in the latest release:

• 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Part 102 operators can now select flight durations of up to 12 hours, regardless of selected flight type
• 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: Improved formatting makes pilot advisories easier to read and understand
• 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿: Enhanced for better guidance
• 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: "Agriculture" is now available as a selectable flight purpose
• 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆: We've updated various terms across the platform to improve clarity and consistency
• 𝗔𝗧𝗖 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀: New features have been added to help reduce air traffic control workload.

Please note that if you do not have automatic updates on, you will need to update the app manually. As always, we welcome feedback and suggestions on further improvements – please email us at [email protected]

Don’t have the AirShare app yet? Download it here https://bit.ly/3UeXw2L

14/07/2025

Calling all drone pilots operating around Marlborough Sounds Water Aerodrome!

We’re excited to announce that Port Marlborough and Marlborough Sounds Water Aerodrome are now using AirShare to safely manage uncrewed traffic in their airspace.

Drone pilots flying within 4km of Marlborough Sounds Water Aerodrome and over Port Marlborough land are now encouraged to log their flights in AirShare to request permission to fly. As a drone pilot in this area, you’re also still required to follow Marlborough District Council's Drone Policy which enables the safe and efficient use of drones within and above council-controlled land.

These sites are part of a growing group of unattended aerodromes and landowners across New Zealand using AirShare to manage drone activity. This rollout supports safe and streamlined operations, as well as national efforts to trial and improve drone airspace integration.

PLEASE NOTE: If you’re flying near other aerodromes, within controlled airspace, military zones, or on public conservation land like national parks, you must also obtain permission from the appropriate authority in line with Civil Aviation rules.

Don’t have the AirShare app yet? Download it here: https://tinyurl.com/5a8xmyac

09/07/2025

Here we share AirShare’s drone flights by the numbers for New Zealand’s airspace, for the quarter to 30 June.

With the autumn and winter months, we’ve observed a drop in the number of flights logged in AirShare within controlled and uncontrolled airspace compared to the last quarter – however there’s been an expected spike in the number of “digital activation” requests – with digital activation now available for all New Zealand control zones.

Digital activation enables drone operators to request authorisation to fly their drones within control zones via AirShare, rather than having to call the control tower. For all provisionally authorised flights, digital activation can be requested within 30 minutes of your filed flight start time.

Are you a drone pilot and not yet using AirShare? Download it here: https://bit.ly/3SikXr6

02/07/2025

We are pleased to share that we've now rolled out a new release of the AirShare mobile app.

The mobile app has been updated with new functions and features, to improve the AirShare experience for both drone pilots and air traffic controllers. Please note that if you do not have automatic updates on, you will need to update the app manually.

Check out this article for all the details of the latest release: https://bit.ly/4kkdWBe

As always, we welcome feedback and suggestions on further improvements – please email us at [email protected]

Don’t have the AirShare app yet? Download it here https://bit.ly/3UeXw2L

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26 Sir William Pickering Drive
Christchurch
8300

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

03 357 5747

Website

http://airshare.co.nz/

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