GNZ Executive & Committee Members
Function of GNZ
Gliding New Zealand controls the sport of gliding in New Zealand for those Clubs and Groups which are affiliated to it. The Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand has certificated Gliding New Zealand as a CAR Part 149 Organisation.
Governing Body
The governing body of the Association is the Executive Committee, the membership of which consists of the Association's President, Vice President, and three elected members. In addition, the immediate past President is an ex-officio member. The Executive Committee appoints an Executive Officer and a Treasurer. It meets at regular intervals.
Committees & Officers
The routine business of the different aspects of GNZ's activities is handled by the following committees & officers:
Executive Committee - Handles all administrative aspects of GNZ business and generally co-ordinates GNZ activities.
Operations Committee - Responsible for monitoring the maintenance of operational standards of GNZ affiliates, including auditing, the training and testing of instructors, collecting and analysing accident and incident reports, and disseminating safety information.
National Airworthiness Officer - Responsible for the monitoring of airworthiness standards of GNZ affiliates, and the training and testing of engineers and the issuing of Engineer Approvals.
Airspace Committee - Deals with airspace issues, and provides liaison with the Civil Aviation Authority and the Airways Corporation on airspace matters, advocating for the protection of the interests of the gliding movement.
Sailplane Racing Committee (SRC) - Responsible for creating an environment that encourages sporting achievements by fostering fair and lively competition within a set of rules established for the safe conduct of gliding championships in New Zealand. Also responsible for making recommendations to the Executive regarding the selection and support of pilots representing New Zealand at International Gliding Competitions.
Central Register Manager - Responsible for maintenance of the electronic central membership register and for the storage of records that enables GNZ to fulfil its obligations under CAR Part 149.
Quality Manager - Responsible for overall quality assurance of activities undertaken by GNZ.
Medical Advisor - Provides the Executive and affiliates advice on medical issues related to gliding.
Awards Officer - Processes, issues, and maintains records of claims relating to soaring achievements, as well as FAI Official Observer Approvals.
National Publicity Coordinator - Responsible for the coordination of GNZ media and publicity activities and the development of PR opportunities and links.
WebMaster - Responsible for development and maintainance of the GNZ website.
FAI Gliding Delegate and Alternate Delegate - Responsible for representing GNZ at FAI Gliding (formerly IGC) meetings.