Rangiora Light Aviation Ltd has been set up to maintain a competitive edge in the light aviation maintenance and kitset building part of the aviation world.
With the closing of one of the maintenance businesses at Rangiora Airfield it was imperative to establish a credible alternative to maintain realistic competitive costs for light aircraft enthusiasts in the region. A gap was also seen in the full assembly of kitset aircraft and a builder assist programme for those who wanted to be hands-on. This part of the business is now operating with the finishing of a Rans S6 underway.
The following are the management team of Rangiora Light Aviation Ltd.
Wayne Lindebaum (Maintenance and Assembly)
Wayne was born in Rhodesia and is a NZ citizen. He comes with a wide mechanical and engineering knowledge including many years in aviation. He has been on the ICE (“Antarctica”) for 12 seasons working with the US Antarctic Programme at Scott Base, McMurdo Station, South Pole, Siple Dome, West Antarctica Divide, South Pole Traverse etc..
- South African Air Force (Maintenance sheet metal)
- 5 years Solo Wings (Trikes South Africa)
- Manufacture of Components
- Assembly of aircraft
- Design of Aquila Trike (still in production)
- South African Inspection Authority since 1985
- RAANZ Inspection Authority
- 30 years Rotax Engine experience
- NZ/USA Rotax Accreditation
- 2500 hours Microlight PIC
- Registered Motor Mechanic petrol/diesel engines
- Registered Automotive Machinist
- Certified Welder
- Hydraulics technician
- RC Model aircraft Design and Repair
