It also organises contests, selects teams for world competitions, and represents New Zealand on the International Gliding Commission.

[1] GNZ is authorised under regulations called 'Part 149' by New Zealand's Civil Aviation Authority that allows it to conduct flying training courses for pilots, instructors, engineers, and tow pilots, conduct competency assessments, authorise glider maintenance and to administer the associated personnel certification processes.

[2] It also GNZ has 25 constituent members (clubs and schools), who represent about 900 pilots and operate over 360 gliders.

[5] Persons appointed to the following positions assist the executive committee: Each of the national officers is supported by appointed committee members who have responsibility for the various regions of New Zealand.

GNZ officers conduct on-going audits of operational and maintenance activities.