Membership Information

Women who hold or have held or are training for a pilot or microlight, glider or parachute certificate (or any other licence or certificate connected with aviation) or whom have an active interest in aviation.

Women who currently studying full-time and are training for, already hold or have held:

• a pilot or microlight licence,

• or glider,

• or parachute certificate,

• or any other aviation related licence,

• or certificate connected with aviation,

• or whom have an active interest in aviation

• a student member is required to be currently enrolled full time with a secondary or tertiary education establishment and shall provide proof of enrolment.

Same requirements as an ordinary membership but for those 65 years of age and older.​​​​​​​

Being an ordinary member whom has held continuous membership of the Association for 35 years. Payment of the annual subscription is optional from their date of appointment.

Being any persons female or male whom are interested in aviation but are not eligible for admission as ordinary members. Associate members have no voting powers and may not be elected to the Executive.

Being a member whom has been extended the privileges of being a member by the Executive Committee.

Being those ordinary members whom were enrolled for the inaugural meeting of the Association in April 1960.

We hold an annual Rally during June at King’s Birthday Weekend at different locations, alternating between the North and South Islands across New Zealand. You would have the opportunity to fly-in for a memorable weekend of competition, education and friendship. There are competitions and awards for pilots at all levels of experience including fixed-wing, glider, helicopter and microlight aircraft pilots as well as for parachutists & engineers.

Rally and other events provide the opportunity to network within the industry socially and professionally – share experiences and advice with fellow aviators.

NZAWA provides many scholarships to members at varying places in their flying journeys, as well as monetary support for international representation on a case by case basis. 
Externally NZAWA provides awards to women via:

• Youth Glide New Zealand

• The Air Training Corps Association of New Zealand

• The Walsh Memorial Flying School through Scouts New Zealand

Flying in to regional events or the rally is a great opportunity to learn new skills, adventure through different terrain and enjoy camaraderie with like-minded enthusiasts. Learn from the experiences of others; safety and technical advice are readily available.

The Association is a member of The New Zealand Aviation Federation – they provide lobbying of government authorities on behalf of members’ interests.

Our amazing editors compile a bi-monthly newsletter packed with articles and photos covering a wide range of topics together with relevant industry information.

Need a place to stay while waiting out the weather? Membership list, Home Hosting/home stay options and mentoring information are provided in our annual Members’ Directory.

The aviation industry is constantly changing and the NZAWA has seen it through some big shifts. Thanks to the foresight of Rhona Fraser and our Foundation Members the Association has been there for it’s members. We have amazing resources and knowledge in our library and archives that members have access to.

The New Zealand Association of Women in Aviation is about championing its members and celebrating their successes and achievements. Tell us your stories, keep us informed via editor@nzawa.org.nz or post to our Facebook group. We are fast approaching our 70th Anniversary, we’d love you to be here with us and continue to help us grow to support more women in aviation.