The small satellite, with a big mission, is appropriately named “Firefly.” Sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the pint-sized satellite will study the most powerful natural particle accelerator on Earth — lightning.
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Airport Information
NZAP – Taupo Aerodrome.
Taupo is a small aerodrome that has a very active parachute drop zone. It's close to the eastern side of Lake Taupo.
NZAR – Ardmore Aerodrome.
Ardmore is New Zealand's busiest aerodrome. Be alert for all traffic as there are lots of students around . Afternoons and weekends are particularly busy.
NZRO – Rotorua Aerodrome
Rotorua is one of New Zealand's tourist stops. The airport has a medium volume of light aircrafts during the day and is controlled by a tower.


