NZ14605 New Zealand to Fiji and Samoa Islands

NZ14605 (INT 605) is an official paper nautical chart published by Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) for navigating from New Zealand to Fiji and the Samoa Islands. It covers a vast South Pacific area at a 1:3,500,000 scale, essential for offshore passage planning. The chart measures 1100 x 720mm, with the latest edition last updated in 2022.

Key Details of Chart NZ14605:

• Title: New Zealand to Fiji and Samoa Islands
• Scale: 1:3,500,000
• Region: South Pacific Ocean
• Publisher: Land Information New Zealand (LINZ)
• Features: Provides essential navigational data for passage planning

The chart covers the route from New Zealand northward, spanning roughly from 37° S to 7° S latitude. It is used for safe navigation between NZ, Fiji, and the Samoan archipelago.

Contextual Information:

• Distance: The distance from New Zealand to Fiji is approximately 1,100 nautical miles, typically taking 7-10 days for cruising vessels.
• Purpose: Ideal for planning voyages, as it helps determine routes away from hazards, providing crucial spatial context for long-distance sailing.