NZ Warbirds Association
NZ Warbirds Association
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NZ Warbirds At Ardmore provides an opportunity to the public to get close to the operational and static aircraft of the Association. Such aircraft on display include ex- military and vintage aircraft such as: -North American T-6 Harvards -Curtis P-40-N Kittyhawk -North American P-51-D Mustang -Supermarine Spitfire Tr.9 -McDonnell Douglas A-4K Skyhawk -deHavilland Tiger Moth -Percival Proctor -Aermacchi MB339C -Royal Aircraft Factory B.E.2 -Bristol Scout -Fokker Dr.1 and many others. The visitor center presents flying memorabilia and RNZAF squadron history as well as an extensive scale model collection and aviation library resource. NZ Warbirds At Ardmore is operated by the New Zealand Warbirds Association which is the national umbrella body responsible for the safe management of the operating environment for ex- military and vintage aircraft in New Zealand.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Mark C
Taupo, New Zealand115 contributions
Sept 2023 • Friends
being local for many years and a supporter of the Warbirds over those and many more years I too the time to go to their last open day.
An amazing collection of machines and aircraft all maintained/restored by meticulous men and woman who work tirelessly to ensure people like me can still see their charges flying, so many years after they done their duty/time in the air.
Thanks Warbirds, keep em flying, please.
An amazing collection of machines and aircraft all maintained/restored by meticulous men and woman who work tirelessly to ensure people like me can still see their charges flying, so many years after they done their duty/time in the air.
Thanks Warbirds, keep em flying, please.
Written 4 February 2024
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HuddiesNZ
Auckland, New Zealand39 contributions
Sept 2024 • Family
Fantastic experience visiting the NZ Warbird hangers at Ardmore Airport, approx 40 min from Central Auckland. Two hangers full of historic aircraft (including WW1 aircraft). Informative and some great stories associated with the aircraft and air-men/women. Meanwhile just outside the hangers were several Harvard taking off.
Two cafes close by overlooking the runway.
Two cafes close by overlooking the runway.
Written 28 September 2024
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Lizkensington
5 contributions
Apr 2019 • Friends
I bought a flight in a Spitfire to celebrate my husband achieving 11000 hours of helicopter time. We headed up to Ardmore with friends and watched in awe as he headed off with Captain Liz into the wide blue yonder.
Perfectly presented and introduced to us by an incredibly knowledgable team. It's hard to believe that Ben and the boys are volunteers, but I suppose everyone wants to be around this beautiful machine.
The team gave a great briefing and the flight was awesome including barrel rolls around fluffy clouds and a short time at the controls. One very happy pilot returned to base grinning from ear to ear and set to record some Spitfire time in his logbook.
While the pilots were away we looked around the nearby Warbirds museum and the time literally flew by.
Thanks to everyone at NZ Warbirds who were faultless in their dealings from booking through to organising around the weather and then the actual day.
If you have an enthusiast in your family dont hesitate to treat them to this once in a lifetime trip, it's amazing.
Perfectly presented and introduced to us by an incredibly knowledgable team. It's hard to believe that Ben and the boys are volunteers, but I suppose everyone wants to be around this beautiful machine.
The team gave a great briefing and the flight was awesome including barrel rolls around fluffy clouds and a short time at the controls. One very happy pilot returned to base grinning from ear to ear and set to record some Spitfire time in his logbook.
While the pilots were away we looked around the nearby Warbirds museum and the time literally flew by.
Thanks to everyone at NZ Warbirds who were faultless in their dealings from booking through to organising around the weather and then the actual day.
If you have an enthusiast in your family dont hesitate to treat them to this once in a lifetime trip, it's amazing.
Written 13 April 2019
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Hi There
Thank you very much for your awesome review. The team at NZ Warbirds are thrilled with your feedback and we can't thank you enough. Our volunteers are dedicated and an awesome group of people so thank you very much for recognizing them and all that they do. Look forward to seeing you again in the future.
The NZ Warbirds Team!
Written 17 April 2019
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Mark R
Dunedin, New Zealand22 contributions
Oct 2020 • Friends
Fantastic opportunity to get up close to some of the icons of New Zealand’s aviation history - with the majority being flyable examples. Knowable guides to fill in any gaps in your own knowledge. Topped off by an amazing scale model collection.
Written 3 October 2020
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Thank you for reviewing our business. We are really glad we are able to share our flying aircraft with the public, to encourage interest in the subject. Please visit again.
Written 5 March 2021
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Alan P
Waiheke Island, New Zealand5 contributions
May 2019
Good display of aircraft from different countries. Guide very knowledgeable and helpful. Large display of model aircraft. Background displays and history of some conflicts and training situations.
Written 8 May 2019
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Thank you for your review of our organisation. We appreciate you taking the time to tell us about your experience.
Written 4 June 2019
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ukbase
UK110 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
Well worth visiting, allow plenty of time to visit all of the planes and other military vehicles .
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Written 10 January 2019
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Hi Thank you for your review on our organisation. We really appreciate receiving feedback from our visitors.
Written 17 January 2019
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kiwitravellersagogo
auckland47 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
NZ Warbirds have developed a great facility at Ardmore airport...an hour out of Auckland set in lovely countryside and well worth the visit. We live nearby and are so lucky to have this onhand....a great range of WW1 and WW2 aircraft...lovingly restored and in flying condition. There are two busy hangars and volunteer guides on hand to tell you the stories behind the aircraft...and a photographic gallery that brings it all to life. The plans are beautiful, and on open days there are air shows and other events to enjoy. We loved our recent visit and its firmly on our visitors calendar...Top recommend...:)
Written 5 August 2018
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Thank you for taking the time to recommend us and haring your experience online. We really appreciate it! We agree that we are very fortunate to have such an amazing collection available to display and fly, as well as an amazing group of volunteers! Again thank you for reviewing us.
Written 8 August 2018
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aMeechi
St Heliers, New Zealand12 contributions
Aug 2018 • Friends
Incredible place to visit, such a rare opportunity to see these aircraft flying. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable and took time to escort us to a second hanger full of working WWI aircraft. The Harvard’s, Spitfire and Isaacs Fury all flew. There’s a cafe at the airfield for coffee and lunch. Highly recommended visit.
Written 3 August 2018
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Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your experience at our visitor center. We really appreciate it. Come again soon.
Written 5 August 2018
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Shane S
1 contribution
Nov 2017 • Friends
Booked a flight months ago and the day finally arrived.for my father in laws 79th birthday. Met John Kelly the Pilot and his team .made you feel welcome. A totally awesome experience to view.and a tour through the museum fabulous. Well recommend. Thanks again John Kelly you have made Tony's day. Cheers
Written 26 November 2017
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience online about our organisation. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us. We are passionate about our classic aircraft and are enthusiastic to share our passion with members of the public in the form of our Pt 115 adventure flights. We agree that that our pilots and volunteers are a top notch bunch!
Thanks and please visit again soon.
The NZ Warbirds TripAdvisor Team
Written 27 November 2017
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Peter R
Auckland, New Zealand64 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Amazing collection of aircraft. Lovely staff and well worth the drive from Auckland .if lucky enough to be at the weekend, you may see the incredible aircraft flying.
Written 11 December 2022
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Thank you so much for taking the time to review our business and for visiting us!.
Written 11 December 2022
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