Sporting life.

Life in the RNZAF

Life in the Air Force is fast-paced, full of variety and very rewarding. You’ll get to work as part of a team with like-minded people. You'll make life-long friends. You’ll enjoy a great social life and have the opportunity to experience the world in a way few other people ever can.

Base Life

// BASE LIFE

Living on base is a great lifestyle. You get to hang out with your mates, play sport and have heaps of fun.  Plus, your accommodation and food is subsidised.

Departure from Ohakea

// LEAVING HOME

Get ready for a whole new life experience. Here’s what to expect during the first few weeks and some tips to help you get through.

485 Wing dining In night at the Officers mess

// SOCIALISING

Joining the Air Force is a great way to make friends and enjoy an awesome social life.

Ohakea vs Auckland mens game during the 2008 Interbase Rugby held at Ohakea

// SPORTS

The Air Force is the place to be if you love to play sport – socially or competitively.

Video of a rugby game played between two RNZAF rugby teams.
Video of a RNZAF helicopter taking off at Ohakea.

// Avionics

Want to work with state of the art electronics ?