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How many days of aviation fuel reserves, if any, do rescue helicopter operators currently hold across their bases nationwide?

Answered Question 12080 (2026)
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Asked by

Ayesha Verrall

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • How many days of aviation fuel reserves, if any, do rescue helicopter operators currently hold across their bases nationwide?

Answered by

Hon Simeon Brown

Member for Pakuranga · National Party · Minister of Health

Answer

I am advised that aviation fuel reserves change daily; however, providers have indicated that they generally hold more than two weeks of fuel reserves.