An extremely well-maintained and loved warbird, the aircraft has a fully documented flight history including time with the Air NZ airforce, as a passenger commuter aircraft for National Airways Corporation (NAC, now Air NZ) and aerial … With daily flights between Whakatane and Auckland. We feel its real mark was made during its time with National Airways Corporation (NAC) during the development of NZ's regional passenger air connectivity,” says Duane Emeny, General … Air Chathams, the airline that brings New Zealand together. Flying to some of New Zealand's best regional destinations. Air Chathams Whakatane Flights offers the gateway to discover White Island - Whakaari and Ohope Beach that has amazing marine life and native forests to explore. Book and Air Chathams has a long record of providing reliable and purpose-fit charters for corporations, tour companies and private occasions. Our team, on the ground and in the air, have the skills, expertise and experience to ensure your charter is the most safe, efficient and cost effective option for you. "Our Douglas DC-3 holds a special place in New Zealand aviation history. COVID 19 UPDATE: Air Chathams is currently operating a reduced domestic schedule to all our domestic regional destinations. Experience Whanganui, a city surrounded by mountains and native forest. Fly direct with Air Chathams between Whanganui and Auckland. The DC3 is available for both scenic flights and point to point charter flights providing an amazing experience. Scenic flights around Kāpiti on Air Chathams' DC-3 proved very popular during the weekend. The Air Chathams DC3 now mainly undertakes charter work and scenic flights. Offering daily Whanganui flights, you can book and manage flight your online. Explore our domestic flight options and book online now COVID 19 UPDATE: Air Chathams is currently operating a reduced domestic schedule to all our domestic regional destinations.