Hood Airport
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About Hood Airport
Hood Aerodrome is an aerodrome, located in Masterton, New Zealand, it is located 1 NM South West of the town centre in the suburb of Solway. The aerodrome was named after George Hood, a pioneer Masterton aviator who died trying to make the first Trans-Tasman crossing in 1928. The aerodrome is used extensively for general aviation flights, and has also been used for commercial flights, Air New Zealand stopped serving the airport from 5 February 2014. Two new airlines have looked at re-instating a service to Auckland using larger aircraft but the runway will need to be lengthened to 1,400 m and widened to 30 m first before it can start.
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Live weather
NZMSLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (5)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | — | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
| 06C / 24C▸ displaced | 4,101 ft / 1,250 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 06R / 24L▸ displaced | 3,478 ft / 1,060 m | 98 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 10 / 28▸ displaced | 3,419 ft / 1,042 m | 98 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 06L / 24R | 1,476 ft / 450 m | 66 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | OHAKEA CON | 126.700 MHz |
| AWIB | AWIB | 132.800 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.100 MHz |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZC571 WAIRARAPA CFZ | Class B | Controlled | GND | FL600 |
| NZC571 WAIRARAPA CFZ | Class B | Controlled | 0 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZM507, EAST COAST | Special use | Prohibited | 9500 ft MSL | FL660 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all New Zealand airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hood Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hood Airport?
The ICAO code for Hood Airport is NZMS, and its IATA code is MRO.
Where is Hood Airport located?
Hood Airport is medium airport located in Masterton, New Zealand, at an elevation of 364 ft (111 m).
How many runways does Hood Airport have?
Hood Airport has 5 runways, the longest being 4,101 ft / 1,250 m.
What time zone is Hood Airport in?
Hood Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hood Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hood Airport is approximately 23.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hood Airport?
The nearest airport to Hood Airport is Papawai Airfield (NZPW), about 9.9 nm to the sw, followed by Martinborough Airport and Alfredton Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hood Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.