nz-airports

Query live New Zealand airport arrivals and departures data via CLI.

24|6|Updated Apr 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/thecolab-ai/.skills --skill nz-airports
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: nz-airports
Source: https://github.com/thecolab-ai/.skills/tree/main/skills/nz-airports
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/thecolab-ai/.skills --skill nz-airports

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It eliminates the hassle of manually checking scattered New Zealand flight boards by turning live arrivals and departures data into a consistent, machine-usable output.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Live arrivals/departures boards (AKL/CHC/ZQN/WLG): Query current flight board snapshots for supported NZ airports with clear, human-readable and JSON output.
  • Flight number lookup across boards: Find which flights match a specific flight number on the relevant airport surfaces.
  • Optional live ADS-B near Auckland (AKL): For real-time aircraft positioning, classify nearby aircraft into arrivals, departures, and overhead using ADS-B.

Quick Start

Ask the agent for the current arrivals at Auckland Airport in JSON format with a small limit.

Frequently Asked Questions about nz-airports

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I get live arrivals and departures for New Zealand airports in JSON format?

You can retrieve live NZ airport arrivals and departures by querying supported airports like Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown, or Wellington. The Skill outputs structured JSON lists, making it suitable for agent chaining without requiring browser automation or login.

Can I track live aircraft positions near Auckland Airport using ADS-B?

Yes, you can track live aircraft near Auckland Airport. The Skill uses ADS-B data to classify nearby aircraft into arrivals, departures, and overhead, providing real-time positioning alongside the standard flight board information.

Does this flight board tool support Christchurch and Queenstown airports?

Yes, the flight board tool supports Christchurch and Queenstown airports. It provides current arrivals and departures snapshots for all supported NZ airports using per-airport data sources with specific parsing and validation.

How do I find a specific flight number on New Zealand airport departures boards?

To find a specific flight number, query the relevant airport's departures or arrivals board. The Skill searches across the current flight board surfaces and returns matching flights without requiring manual checking of scattered data sources.

Do I need login credentials to access live flight data for NZ airports?

No login credentials are required to access live flight data. The Skill satisfies read-only requirements by using a lightweight deterministic CLI to query public data sources, eliminating the need for authentication or browser automation.