No. 230 Squadron RNZAF

No. 230 (Mission Support) Squadron
Country New Zealand
BranchRoyal New Zealand Air Force
TypeMission Support
Garrison/HQRNZAF Base Auckland
Commanders
Current
commander
Wing Commander Matt Nanda

No. 230 Squadron RNZAF is an operational unit of the Royal New Zealand Air Force, headquartered at RNZAF Base Auckland.[1]

Role and operations

As a critical force enabler, the squadron functions as a key support element, maintaining operational readiness and enabling smooth execution in both multi-squadron exercises and active deployments. It functions as the central unit for intelligence, information systems, and tactical communications.[2][3] It is a part of Airborne Surveillance and Response Force, a formation which operates P-8A Poseidon.[4] The squadron takes part in the tri-service military exercises along with the other branches of New Zealand Defence Force.[5]

References

  1. ↑ "Our structure". www.nzdf.mil.nz. Retrieved 2026-04-13.
  2. ↑ "RNZAF tech and intelligence teams hit the field". www.nzdf.mil.nz. Retrieved 2026-04-13.
  3. ↑ "Royal New Zealand Air Force | Air Force News - Issue 267, April 2024". Issuu. 2024-04-16. Retrieved 2026-04-13.
  4. ↑ "Boeing P-8A Poseidon". www.nzdf.mil.nz. Retrieved 2026-04-13.
  5. ↑ "Maintaining the safe ground". www.nzdf.mil.nz. Retrieved 2026-04-13.