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Chao Pass is a pass used by General Aviation aircraft flying in the Fiordland National Park.[1] It is located between Mt Cross Cut and Mt Christina at an elevation of 1930m above mean sea level.[2] This pass is significant for pilots due its prominent location and ability to be used a reference during flights in the Fiordland National Park.[citation needed]

Chao Pass is known to be named after an ancient Chinese gold miner. The Chao family was known to be one of larger families in the Arrowtown gold mining area.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Chao Pass · Southland 9679, New Zealand". Chao Pass · Southland 9679, New Zealand. Retrieved 2024-08-06.
  2. ^ "Chao Pass". NZ Topo Map. Retrieved 2024-08-06.
  3. ^ "Arrowtown Chinese Settlement". www.doc.govt.nz. Retrieved 2024-08-06.