Trusted aerial spreading for kiwi farmers for over 75 years

Trusted aerial spreading for kiwi farmers for over 75 years

Above and beyond for New Zealand farmers

Our pilots, ground crews, and engineers know your land and your season like you do.

Together, we help farmers grow stronger, more productive farms.

Built on innovation and experience

In 2024, Aerowork marked 75 years of flying for New Zealand farmers — celebrating a proud history of innovation and invention that began in the Whanganui hills and continues to lead in rural aviation today.

What began in 1949, when Wally Harding founded Wanganui Aerowork, has grown into New Zealand’s leading aerial spreading company, today known as Aerowork. When Wally retired, his son’s Richmond, better known as Ditch, and John took over the reins.

The Harding family built the business from humble beginnings into a trusted national operation, helping shape the landscape of modern New Zealand rural aviation. Their pilots weren’t just skilled spreaders — they often doubled as first responders for rural rescues, long before dedicated rescue helicopters existed.

In 2004, the Harding family sold the company to Ravensdown, combining decades of aviation expertise with Ravensdown’s world-class soil science and practical advice. The name changed to Aerowork, but the purpose stayed the same: serving farmers with precision, reliability, innovation in rural aviation.

  • Spreading

  • AirStrips & Bins

  • Aerial Quotes

  • Precision

Aviation professionals for New Zealand farmers

At Aerowork, we’re part of the heartbeat of rural New Zealand.With a team of skilled pilots, engineers and ground crews who know your farm, your airstrip, and the rhythm of your season. When you call, you’re not just booking a job — you’re working with people who understand farming from the ground up.

For more than 75 years, we’ve flown through every kind of weather alongside Kiwi farmers, helping build stronger, more productive farms. With experience matched only by commitment to innovation — from precision spreading technology to the engineering excellence that keeps our aircraft performing at their best.

Rooted in New Zealand’s pioneering aviation heritage, Aerowork continues to look forward — delivering accuracy, reliability and service that goes above and beyond for every farmer we serve.

Forever delivering exceptional service to nurture New Zealand’s farmers, their families and livelihood

Where skies are our canvas, and seasoned pilots paint with precision. Our fleet spans the nation, leaving no field untouched.

Unwavering reliability, Thanks to our dedicated Engineering Department committed to keeping aircraft soaring.

Whether it’s ordering, spreading, or nurturing the land, The Aerowork team has your back.