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Warbirds over Wanaka 2004
This is my report on the Warbirds Over Wanaka Airshow for 2004. Of course, there was a lot more happening that what I have listed below. I have just chosen six areas that interested me. I attended this on Sunday 11 April and arrived slightly late after driving 300 kms from Dunedin. It was worth it though, and the weather turned out fine again!
Air Force, Warbirds … The Royal New Zealand Air Force demonstrated several aircraft during the show. Large transports included the Boeing…
Airfield Mock Attack… This photo shows the airfield mock attack during its height. There's plenty of fighters around, including the Harva…
Jets, Warbirds 2004 Three different jet fighter/trainers were flown this year. Above you can see the L-39 Albatros leading two de Havil…
Lavochkin LA-9 This is the only flying example of this aircraft in the world, only a few exist in any condition. This Russian figh…
More Planes, Wanaka … Noted in New Zealand because it was the used in the first crossing of Cook Strait (the strait that separates New Ze…
Jurgis Flying the Su… Jurgis Kairys flew an amazing display to demonstrate the capabilities of the Su-31. It was just unbelievable what h…
WWI Planes, 2004 This photo shows the Bristol F2b Fighter with the distinctive feature of the rear-facing gunner. It was used as a f…
7 aircraft were displayed. Click a thumbnail image or title above to see information about the aircraft.
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