In this video, you'll see a Cessna 425 Conquest I with the registration "N425HB" landing at Wellington International Airport (formerly known as Rongotai Airport) in New Zealand. This airport is located in the suburb of Rongotai and is just 3 NM or 5.5 km south-east of the city center. It is a hub for Air New Zealand and Sounds Air, and is the second busiest airport in the country, handling over 3 million passengers each year. The airport has links to major cities in eastern Australia and is home to some smaller general aviation businesses, including the Wellington Aero Club. The airport comprises a small 110-hectare (270-acre) site on the Rongotai isthmus and operates a single 2,081-metre (6,827 ft) runway with ILS in both directions. It handles turboprop, narrow-body, and wide-body jet aircraft movements. The airport is known for its sometimes rough and turbulent landings due to strong and gusty winds, especially in pre frontal north westerly conditions.

This aircraft started its journey at Ardmore Airport, a busy general aviation airfield located in Auckland, New Zealand. Ardmore Airport is mainly used by small private planes and planes belonging to the New Zealand Warbirds Association, which is based at the airport. There are several flying schools, maintenance businesses, fuel providers, and aircraft restoration companies located at the airfield. The airport has six vectors, including three sealed runways and three grass runways. It is an uncontrolled airport and is located within a Mandatory Broadcast Zone (MBZ) that is monitored by the Ardmore Unicom service during daylight hours. The airport is located to the southeast of Auckland International Airport airspace.

The Cessna 425 Conquest I is a high-performance twin-engine turboprop aircraft. It was first introduced in the late 1970s and is known for its rugged construction and versatility. With a range of over 1,500 miles and a cruising speed of over 300 mph, this aircraft is a reliable choice for both short and long haul flights. The Conquest I is a pressurized aircraft and can fly at altitudes of up to 25,000 feet. It has a seating capacity of 8-10 passengers, depending on the configuration. The aircraft is powered by two Pratt & Whitney PT6A-41 engines, which produce 850 horsepower each. The Conquest I is known for its low operating costs and high reliability, making it a popular choice for small airlines and charter companies. It is also often used for corporate and private travel. The aircraft has a spacious cabin with comfortable seating and ample luggage storage. It is equipped with state-of-the-art avionics and navigation systems, including a Collins Pro Line II cockpit. The Conquest I has a wingspan of 50.5 feet and a length of 44.5 feet. It has a maximum takeoff weight of 11,800 pounds.

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Flight Information ✈️ :

Filming date (D/M/Y) 📅 - 5/12/2022
Route 📌 - Ardmore (NZAR) ~ Wellington (NZWN)
Departure time (NZDT) 🛫 - 12:56 pm
Arrival time (NZDT) 🛬 - 2:18 pm
Total flight time (Hours: minutes) ⏲️ - 01:22
Top cruise altitude / flight level ☁️ - 16,000 ft
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Aircraft Information ✈️ :

Registration / alternative code 🌐 - N425HB
Manufacturer 🏭 - Cessna
Model 📋 - 425 Conquest I
Year built 📅 - 1982
Aircraft age (Years) 🗝️ - 42
Construction number (C/N) 🎲 - 425-0073
Line number (L/N) 🔗 - 73
Number of seats 💺 - 12
Engine type ⚙️ - Turbo-prop
Engine manufacturer and model 🚀 - Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-60A
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