Welcome to the Wellington Wairarapa Gliding Club
Papawai, New Zealand
About
A unique soaring location equipped with a high quality fleet
With direct access to the North Island’s best thermals, clear landing areas, and almost unlimited airspace, the Wellington Wairarapa Gliding Club, is well positioned to becoming a top training club for pilots of all ages, eager to soar.
The Soaring Journey
From your first lesson to soaring the alps
From taking your very first flight to soaring the alps solo, WWGC has a program outlined to get you there. Training, competence checklists and certification, are all part of the carefully developed Pilot Training Program that supports the Soaring Journey and will literally take you to new heights.
Scholarships and Kuranui College
Apply for a scholarship or take a subject called ‘National Certificate in Aviation’
WWGC offers local students unique opportunities to take to the skies through the Kuranui College NZQA recognised aviation course. Assisting those enthousiastic about future aviation pathways, in learning the fundamentals of flight, through gliding.
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Upcoming events
From competitions, camps and courses to working bees and meetings there’s always something planned. Check out our upcoming events regularly so you don’t miss what could be just the event for you.
Visiting pilots
Are you a pilot and wanting to soar the beautiful Wairarapa?
With our unique location having once held the world glider height record, our fun club vibe and our great facilities, we are confident that visiting pilots will not be disappointed and we welcome you.
Facilities and accommodation
Operating from the Papawai airfield the site includes a brand-new hangar, holding over 10 gliders, a training centre complete with a flight simulator, kitchen and bathroom facilities, a sleeping cabin and landscaped areas for pilot's caravans and tents.
Just try it or join us
An introductory lesson is a great way to experience the fun and challenges of soaring! Even better, join us for a one-day course and experience the sport’s many facets, or join us and become a member of one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing gliding clubs. We offer something for all pilots be they aspiring, full flying, visiting or non-flying. Junior pilots 25 or under are eligible for special rates.
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Get in touch…
Want to know more about your Soaring Journey? Please get in touch to discuss your possibilities.