West Melton Aerodrome is a small airport located in West Melton, Canterbury, New Zealand. West Melton Aerodrome is located just 6 nautical miles west of Christchurch International Airport. It is owned and operated by the Canterbury Aero Club.Operational DataRunway strength04/22: ESWL 318011/29: ESWL 318017/35: ESWL 3180Caution. Danger Area D827, an army firing range, lies just to the west of the aerodrome, designated permanently active, SFC to 1350ft.