New Zealand funds 24/7 ATS at Ohakea, designates base as permanent widebody diversion alternate
New Zealand has approved a NZD4.6 million (USD2.7 million) grant to Airways New Zealand to fund 24/7 air traffic services at RNZAF Base Ohakea, enabling the site to operate as a permanent widebody-diversion alternate. The funding secures continuous ATS to support long‑haul diversions and strengthen contingency for international flights.