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Post by Mustang51 on May 7, 2022 12:19:01 GMT 12
11SQNLDR, Temora shall be a cracker...... !!
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Post by planewriting on May 7, 2022 15:14:15 GMT 12
Bugger, my AirNZ credits expire 31st Jan! Below is what the Air New Zealand site www.airnewzealand.com/covid19-refunds-flight-credit states: Take note of the last two lines starting with For example, if you... What are the key dates? Opt-in for a credit or change your flight before check in closes on your original flight date. For credit received before 31 January 2022 Redeem your credit by booking new flights by 31 January 2023. Any unused credits will expire after 11:59pm, 31 January 2023 Complete travel before 31 December 2023 For example, if you received a credit on 20 June 2021 you would have until 31 January 2023 to book a flight, with travel to be completed by 31 December 2023 For credit received from 1 February 2022 Redeem your credit by booking new flights within 12 months of the date you received your credit Travel within 12 months from the time you made the booking For example, if you received a credit on 5 February 2022 you would have until 5 February 2023 to book a flight, at which time you can book up to 12 months in advance. All travel must be completed within a year from the date of booking. |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Sept 8, 2022 10:47:18 GMT 12
From a Wings Over Wairarapa Facebook post this morning: We know how much everyone is looking forward to the world-class air display and groundside activities on offer at Wings, so mark your calendar now and get ready to secure your tickets. Tickets will be on sale to the public 10am on Tuesday 13 September. For information on ticket types and pricing head over to our website www.wings.org.nz/ticket-infoNote that there will be special ‘locals’ only’ ticket prices available for the month of December . Tickets will be available from Eventfinda or via our website when they go on public sale. As promised, we will be offering a 24-hour pre-sale for those who held tickets for the Sunday of Wing Over Wairarapa in 2021. As you will recall, the Sunday had to be cancelled at short notice due to New Zealand being placed in lock down – those who are eligible for the pre-sale will receive an email from Eventfinda with details on how this will work. Pre-sales starts 10am Monday 12 September 2022. General sales starts 10am Tuesday 13 September 2022. We look forward to seeing you at Wings Over Wairarapa 2023! |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Sept 12, 2022 21:22:49 GMT 12
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 10, 2022 18:07:40 GMT 12
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Post by 30sqnatc on Oct 10, 2022 18:46:51 GMT 12
Not everyone is happy with the event organisers. I note on the NZ Military Vehicle Club FB page they are disappointed that they have been advised that they are not invited next year after supporting the event for years.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 10, 2022 20:33:30 GMT 12
You need to remember that the event took a financial hit when the government decided to cut the show in half in 2021 with the ridiculous decision to lock down NZ at 6.00am on the Sunday, and they don't have money to burn. Every participant costs an event money. Cutting back on non-essentials is a must in these times. And military vehicles are not a core essential of an airshow.
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Post by shorty on Oct 14, 2022 9:46:22 GMT 12
I notice that their Media Release mentions aircraft of the NZ Defence Force, rather than the Air Force, or is that just a ploy to include the Sea Sprite?
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 14, 2022 10:45:37 GMT 12
I don't see why that is a ploy. The Seasprites are operated by the RNZN, so why not?
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Post by 30sqnatc on Oct 14, 2022 17:56:28 GMT 12
I notice that their Media Release mentions aircraft of the NZ Defence Force, rather than the Air Force, or is that just a ploy to include the Sea Sprite? Perhaps there will be a swarm of camouflaged Army drones. Technically all aircraft are owned by the NZDF not the Air Force. |
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Post by hardyakka on Oct 15, 2022 9:35:48 GMT 12
I don't see why that is a ploy. The Seasprites are operated by the RNZN, so why not? It's just the modern way. The distinction between branches is becoming less defined in terms of organisation and management. Our military is so small that having a single umbrella concept called NZ Defence Forces allows for removal of duplication of systems and personnel at the rear-ecehlon levels and a bigger spirit of co-operation at the operational level. If they say the NZ Defence Force will be at the airshow, that will also cover static display presence of NZ Army personnel and equipment. One statement covers all aspects. Also, although the Seasprites are flown by RNZN crew, I think the aircraft actually belong to 6 Squadron RNZAF and are maintained by RNZAF techs. He iwi kotahi tatou.  |
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Post by shorty on Oct 15, 2022 14:13:44 GMT 12
Can I take my tongue out of my cheek yet?
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Post by baz62 on Oct 15, 2022 17:24:06 GMT 12
Can I take my tongue out of my cheek yet? As you were! |
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Post by planewriting on Jan 24, 2023 21:31:22 GMT 12
Just been looking at the general admission prices for the show on the Saturday. Seems like it is $93.73 per adult. Have I read that correctly?
Seems rather high and may be a deterrent for many. Comments anyone?
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jan 24, 2023 22:06:04 GMT 12
Where did you get that figure from Peter? The website for General Admission states a SINGLE DAY - Saturday or Sunday for an Adult (18+) is $89.00.
When you consider that aviation fuel has skyrocketed in price in the two years since the last event, plus all the other costs that are affected by the rampant inflation of the past year or so, is it really any wonder if the ticket prices have risen slightly?
Pay the extra couple of bucks and go see the show, because if you do you're supporting an industry that really needs support right now, and in Wings' case an airshow that got severely screwed over by the pathetic decision to lockdown on the Sunday, losing the airshow its third day when it could have run fine enough. Don't forget the reason a lot of out most beloved warbirds are now offered for sale on the market is because the owners rely on airshow appearances to help pay their bills for things like insurance, and with the last three years of lost revenue, owners have been forced to sell up. That money comes from the tickets. And like fuel, insurance doesn't get any cheaper either. Forgo a couple of coffees or cakes or beers, and save the extra needed for your ticket to support the industry, while enjoying a great day's worth of action packed entertainment.
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Post by planewriting on Jan 24, 2023 23:10:24 GMT 12
From www.eventfinda.co.nz/2023/wings-over-wairarapa-air-festival-2023/masterton/tickets I see General Admission - Adult (18yrs+) General admission $93.73 = $89.00 + $4.73 fees. That doesn't include cancellation insurance or possible accommodation expenses. Dave I totally understand what you are saying simply because we, and other forumites are aviation enthusiasts. Looking at the broader picture, many of the folk that roll up for an air show are just looking for a day's entertainment and just like the aviation industry has fallen on hard times, so has much of the general public. With that in mind, there is not at the moment the disposable income there was a few years ago. It is quite likely that will be the deciding factor many will consider as to whether or not they attend. It could even be the tipping point as to whether the show pays for itself which may even be a consideration as to whether future show takes place. |
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Post by tbf2504 on Jan 25, 2023 8:08:36 GMT 12
The above comments are interesting in this day of "tightened" belts. I you add in the cost of petrol for those traveling say from Wellington or the Manawatu it becomes an expensive day out. Ques: go to the airshow or buy some
groceries
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jan 25, 2023 8:15:22 GMT 12
Just eat at the airshow.
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Post by Mustang51 on Jan 25, 2023 8:37:31 GMT 12
Mmmmmmmmmmm whitebait fritters......bambi burgers.........
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Post by planewriting on Jan 25, 2023 9:03:52 GMT 12
With all due respect Dave, you appear to be missing the point of what I am making and possibly what Paul is too. I am discussing what many "opportunists" who may attend decide. If they think it too expensive, they probably won't come and that no doubt would include people who are considering getting into aviation as a career or a hobby. My interpretation of what Paul is saying is that those folk will spend the money on expensive essentials (groceries) and forgo a luxury such as an air show; not what deciding where they will be having lunch that day. For the record, I will be buying my lunch at the show.
Anyway, the success of the show comes down to how many people attend. Let's hope it is.
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