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Post by Dave Homewood on May 25, 2020 21:24:13 GMT 12
Wings Over Wairarapa - 2021 Dates Confirmed
26 to 28 February 2021
Thanks to New Zealand’s ‘team of 5 million’ doing such a fantastic job fighting COVID-19 we are now in a position to confirm the Wings Over Wairarapa Air Festival for 2021, albeit with some adjustments.
The uncertainty around borders and entry into New Zealand means we will be focusing on showcasing the incredible range of aircraft available within New Zealand and we are excited!
We are very privileged that Hood Aerodrome is home to the Vintage Aviator aircraft. Add to that, organisations from across New Zealand from Auckland's NZ Warbirds Association; to Marlborough's Full Noise; the North Island Yaks and aircraft throughout the century based up and down the country. We are in an amazing position with the quality of the air display we can offer.
We look forward to seeing you next February. Tickets will be on sale in July. Keep an eye out for our June e-news or sign up on our various social media channels for updated information.
Thanks, Jenny and the 2021 Wings Over Wairarapa Team
Email: Info@wings.org.nz
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Post by Mustang51 on May 26, 2020 12:04:37 GMT 12
Man oh man am I looking forward to that !!!!!!!!!
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Post by ErrolC on Oct 1, 2020 20:01:19 GMT 12
Tickets on sale - October 26 We are excited to announce that tickets will be on sale on October 26. Exactly 4 months to the day before the Air Festival starts. A few things may look different to previous years but one thing is certain, it’s going to be a great day out for families, friends or on your own whether you are a plane enthusiast or whether you are just after some fabulous weekend entertainment. We’ve already confirmed an awesome air display and we’ll be releasing further details once tickets go on sale. Whether you are an aviation enthusiast or just want an entertaining weekend away for the family, WINGS has so much to offer. In addition to the spectacular flying programme there are fantastic ground displays and activities, as well as activities for small and big kids alike. The Vintage Aviator Hood Aerodrome based aircraft collection is without doubt the largest flying collection of WWI aircraft in the world. Many of these aircraft will not been seen outside of Hood Aerodrome in Masterton. This collection will feature prominently in the flying and static programme. We will also feature civil, military and agricultural aircraft and helicopters. Static displays include the opportunity to get up close with aircraft, emergency services displays, delicious food and wine and market stalls. See also stuff.co.nz/travel/back-your-backyard/122950469/wings-over-wairarapa-airshow-could-be-a-drivein-affair |
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Post by Mustang51 on Oct 2, 2020 9:14:03 GMT 12
Oh please let that Trans-tasman bubble be in place before then !
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Post by ErrolC on Oct 2, 2020 9:21:52 GMT 12
TVAL confirmation is also very welcome! Does anyone know if they have started flying weekends for the season?
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 2, 2020 9:32:00 GMT 12
They start at the end of this month.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 23, 2020 20:29:46 GMT 12
WINGS TICKETS ON SALE9AM TUESDAY, 27 OCT 2020 We're excited to announce that tickets will be on sale for Wings Over Wairarapa 2021 at 9am on Tuesday 27 October through wings.org.nz and Eventfinda. Even better news - there is an Early Bird Price available until 30 November or until Early Bird capacity sells out (whichever is first). There is also a Wairarapa Locals Price for All General Admission Tickets which is available until Christmas. We'll be announcing the code in local media in the coming weeks.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 27, 2020 8:34:41 GMT 12
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Post by ErrolC on Oct 27, 2020 10:53:53 GMT 12
Has anyone stayed at Chanel Court Motel? Looks basic, but I'm only planning on sleeping in it. |
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Post by Peter Lewis on Oct 27, 2020 19:11:31 GMT 12
The refund-in-case-of-cancellation conditions are fairly draconian.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 27, 2020 19:32:37 GMT 12
Draconian? I would call them well planned and fair enough, and the warning to all ticket holders is clear enough.
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Post by ErrolC on Oct 27, 2020 19:50:29 GMT 12
Draconian? I would call them well planned and fair enough, and the warning to all ticket holders is clear enough. Aimed at people who live in Wellington. I bought flights out of Wellington on both Sunday morning and evening several weeks ago. I assume that a Gold Pass stand was thought too large a financial risk. |
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Post by campbellbox on Nov 1, 2020 18:06:14 GMT 12
I was on the fence about this show, but Classic Aviation Photography's Facebook post of a couple of TVAL birds out for practice today has tipped the scales in favour of an early bird ticket purchase. |
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Post by Mustang51 on Nov 2, 2020 9:31:51 GMT 12
I have my fingers and toes crossed for the Oz - NZ leg of the Trans-tasman 'bubble' to be operational before then........
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 2, 2020 11:40:52 GMT 12
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Post by Mustang51 on Nov 3, 2020 6:44:42 GMT 12
Man that's cool in a Cessna......lots of blue out there !
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Post by ErrolC on Nov 29, 2020 11:52:20 GMT 12
Early Bird sales close tomorrow.
Hertz have a Black Friday sale this weekend until Monday 30th (15%20%) if you are looking at a rental car.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 9, 2020 15:45:10 GMT 12
So the Wings team have now announced that the following fighters will be at the airshow (weather and maintenance permitting):
Curtiss P-40N Currawong
Yak 3 "Full Noise"
Spitfire IX PV270
P-51D Mustang ZK-TAF
and as of today, the Venom!
This is really shaping up to be a great airshow. I am very much looking forward to it.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 9, 2020 23:09:02 GMT 12
So the Wings team have now announced that the following fighters will be at the airshow (weather and maintenance permitting): Spitfire IX PV202 I spy a typo, Dave: getting Spitfire PV202 would be an interesting and expensive coup given she's based at Duxford  |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 9, 2020 23:13:15 GMT 12
Just seeing if you were awake...
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