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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!

The Royal New Zealand Air Force demonstrated several aircraft during the show. Large transports included the Boeing…

This photo shows the airfield mock attack during its height. There's plenty of fighters around, including the Harva…

Three different jet fighter/trainers were flown this year. Above you can see the L-39 Albatros leading two de Havil…

This is the only flying example of this aircraft in the world, only a few exist in any condition. This Russian figh…

Noted in New Zealand because it was the used in the first crossing of Cook Strait (the strait that separates New Ze…

Jurgis Kairys flew an amazing display to demonstrate the capabilities of the Su-31. It was just unbelievable what h…

This photo shows the Bristol F2b Fighter with the distinctive feature of the rear-facing gunner. It was used as a f…