
Graeme Sharman
Graeme Sharman is the chief executive of the New Zealand Airports Association, where he advocates for the interests of regional airports. Recently, he applauded the introduction of new runway end safety area (RESA) regulations, which aim to provide more flexible options for regional airports while maintaining safety. Sharman has been a proponent of reforming aviation regulations to better suit the unique circumstances of smaller airports, emphasizing the need for practical and cost-effective solutions that can enhance regional connectivity and support local economies.
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Graeme Sharman said airports had been calling for reform for several years.
New airport runway rules could boost regional airports; airlines hope for new routes, savingsThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-08-07




