German and New Zealand air forces conduct joint training exercise
Monday 10 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Royal New Zealand Air Force
German Luftwaffe aircraft were spotted flying low over Hawke’s Bay and Wairarapa on Monday. The flight is part of a large-scale training exercise between the German Air Force and the Royal New Zealand Air Force. The operation tests New Zealand's ability to support combat operations.