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Mandeville Aerodrome

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Mandeville Aerodrome

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Historic aerodrome at the heart of New Zealand aviation heritage.

Location
Mandeville, New Zealand
Mandeville Aerodrome, designated ICAO code NZVL, is a small general aviation aerodrome located near Mandeville in the Southland region of New Zealand's South Island. It is home to the Croydon Aircraft Company, a renowned restoration and maintenance facility specialising in vintage and classic aircraft. The aerodrome is closely associated with New Zealand's aviation heritage and hosts the Croydon Aviation Heritage Centre, which houses a collection of restored historic aircraft. It attracts aviation enthusiasts and visitors interested in early New Zealand aviation history. Mandeville Aerodrome does not operate scheduled commercial airline services and functions primarily as a private and recreational flying facility, supporting joy flights, aircraft restoration, and heritage aviation events.
Getting to & from
The aerodrome is accessible primarily by private vehicle, located near Gore in the Southland region of the South Island.
Notable facts
  • ›Home to the Croydon Aircraft Company, specialists in vintage aircraft restoration.
  • ›Houses the Croydon Aviation Heritage Centre with a collection of historic aircraft.
  • ›Joy flights in vintage aircraft are available to visitors.
  • ›Located in the Southland region near the town of Gore on the South Island.
  • ›No scheduled commercial airline services operate from Mandeville Aerodrome.
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Gateway to the Southland plains beneath New Zealand's open skies

Mandeville Aerodrome, located near Gore in the Southland region of New Zealand's South Island, is a small general aviation facility with a rich heritage in New Zealand aviation history. The aerodrome is home to the famous Croydon Aircraft Company, which restores and operates vintage aircraft, making it a destination of interest for aviation enthusiasts. It serves private, recreational, and light charter traffic for the surrounding rural communities.

Terminals
  • General Aviation Terminal — A modest facility supporting private and recreational aircraft operations with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Private car or rental vehicle from Gore township
  • Taxi services available from Gore
  • Private shuttle by arrangement
Nearby Hotels
  • Gore Motor Inn
  • Cabbage Tree Hotel Gore
  • Heartland Hotel Croydon (Mandeville)
Dining

The Croydon Restaurant at the adjacent Croydon Aircraft Company heritage site offers meals in a unique aviation-themed setting and is a highlight for visitors. Limited food options exist at the aerodrome itself, so travellers are advised to plan meals in Gore town centre, approximately 12 kilometres away.

Traveller Tips
  • Visit the Croydon Aircraft Company museum to see restored vintage aircraft up close.
  • Scenic pleasure flights and biplane rides can often be arranged at the aerodrome.
  • Hire a car in advance as public transport options in this rural area are very limited.
  • Check weather conditions carefully as Southland can experience rapid weather changes affecting light aircraft operations.

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Mandeville Aerodrome is an airport at Mandeville, New Zealand. It is the home of the Croydon Aircraft Company, which restores vintage aircraft and provides training, scenic, and aerial experience flights in vintage aircraft.

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