Small airport · Kaikohe, New Zealand
Kaikohe Airport
Built in 1942 as a US Marines bomber base, is the largest grass strip in the Southern hemisphere used now by general aviation. Its IATA code is KKO. Its ICAO code is NZKO. Elevation 571 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Kaikohe, New Zealand |
|---|---|
| IATA code | KKO |
| ICAO code | NZKO |
| Type | Small airport |
| Elevation | 571 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.4511° S, 173.8170° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Kaikohe Airport is known for
Built in 1942 as a US Marines bomber base, is the largest grass strip in the Southern hemisphere used now by general aviation.
History
Built in 1942 as a US Marines bomber base, is the largest grass strip in the Southern hemisphere used now by general aviation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kaikohe Airport?
Built in 1942 as a US Marines bomber base, is the largest grass strip in the Southern hemisphere used now by general aviation.
What is the airport code for Kaikohe Airport?
Kaikohe Airport — its IATA code is KKO and its ICAO code is NZKO.
Where is Kaikohe Airport located?
Kaikohe Airport serves Kaikohe, New Zealand. Its coordinates are 35.4511° S, 173.8170° E.
What is the history of Kaikohe Airport?
Built in 1942 as a US Marines bomber base, is the largest grass strip in the Southern hemisphere used now by general aviation.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#30000
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaikohe_Aerodrome
Page last updated 13 November 2026.