The approach offers a stunning panorama of the Tairawhiti coastline and Gisborne city, potentially crossing the unique active railway line that intersects the runway.
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the rugged Tararua and Ruahine mountain ranges, the fertile Wairarapa plains, and clear views of the Napier-Hastings urban areas.
The left side offers a stunning coastal journey featuring the Coromandel Peninsula, the Bay of Plenty coastline, and a scenic entry into Poverty Bay.