Warbirds Over Wanaka International 2010 Programme

Programme details will be presented here as soon as they become available.

Dates : Friday 2, Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 April 2010

NEW: Regional Wine & Food Expo

The tastes of the lower South Island are an epicurean delight. Visit the Regional Wine & Food Expo for gourmet food and wine featuring the best of the region. The special sun-light and cooler nights here produce great pinot noirs which are now internationally recognised as perfect for a lunch accompaniment or just sit and sip whilst the non-stop Airshow action continues overhead.

Local producers download an application form here .

Come and join us for three days over Easter when Lake Wanaka will become centre-stage for an extravaganza of aerial action never before seen in New Zealand.

This is one of the four top Warbirds Airshows in the world where you will see some of the most famous Warbirds join forces with the classic aircraft of yesteryear and the modern jets of today, to present a veritable feast of aviation attractions. On the ground, a variety of Warhorse military vehicles, vintage machinery and an Aviation Trade Expo will vie for your attention.

The Airshow features all the facilities you would expect of an international event including onsite parking, disabled facilities and children's area. There are many exclusive souvenirs and memorabilia available for purchase to provide lasting memories of this weekend of action and excitement.

The RNZAF at Warbirds Over Wanaka 2010

The Royal New Zealand Air Force are set to continue their presence at Warbirds Over Wanaka in 2010 (WOW), showcasing not only the aircraft, but the professionalism and dedication of the men and women who serve our country.

Past shows have seen many of the Air Force's aircraft in attendance, including the Boeing 757, C-130 Hercules and Iroquois and Naval Seasprite helicopters.

Those attending WOW in 2010 will be able to look forward to the skill and dynamic flying of the Red Checkers. The RNZAF's aerobatic team who, with flair and precision, execute aerial displays that are always a crowd favourite.

The crowd will also be able to see falling out of the sky with their red, white and blue parachutes, the RNZAF's elite Kiwi Blue parachute team who synchronise their descent with seemingly effortless ease. The team have carried out displays overseas in Australia and the United Kingdom, making them a truly international act.

As in previous years the Air Force will be bringing to WOW a range of their aircraft from a fleet that includes P-3K Orions, used in maritime search and rescue; C-130 Hercules, the Air Force's transport aircraft; and the Boeing 757, recently refitted to allow it to carry cargo, passengers or a combination of both.

In addition to the fixed wing aircraft likely to feature in the RNZAF display are the rotary wing fleet of Iroquois helicopters used in Search and Rescue missions and New Zealand Defence Force exercises and operations at home and abroad; together with the Sioux helicopters used for pilot training.

For those in the crowd the RNZAF displays are always a highlight, showing that today's Air Force is an agile, dedicated and professional organisation.

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