Originair
New ZealandAbout the airline
Originair is a New Zealand regional airline founded in 2015, based at Nelson Airport. It operates a fleet of British Aerospace Jetstream turboprops serving regional destinations across New Zealand's South Island and lower North Island.
Fleet
Originair (IATA: OG, ICAO: OGN) is a regional airline headquartered in New Zealand, established in 2015. The airline operates from its main hub at Nelson Airport, connecting regional destinations across New Zealand with a focus on underserved communities and regional routes.
The airline's network centres on the South Island and lower North Island, providing essential connectivity for regional travel and tourism. Originair specialises in regional routes that complement New Zealand's wider aviation network, offering scheduled services to smaller centres where larger operators have limited presence.
Originair's fleet consists of British Aerospace Jetstream turboprops-reliable, fuel-efficient regional aircraft ideally suited to New Zealand's diverse geography. These twin-engine aircraft accommodate regional passenger loads and are configured for the operational demands of regional New Zealand routes.