Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow is delighted to have school students come and experience many aspecs of the Aviation Industry. All students aged 0-16 are FREE to attend on Friday 3rd April, 2026.
One of Warbird's fundamental objectives is the education of young New Zealanders about our country’s aviation history. We aim to inspire young people to take an active interest in all facets of aviation at the Airshow.
We invite all students and parents to join the Air Training Corps, 50th (Alexandra) Squadron Cadets on short tours running every half an hour from 9am until 12pm on the 3rd of April. The meeting point for the tours is outside the Warbirds Over Wanaka Event Office, straight ahead of the main entrance at Gate 1.
The tours will visit:
The RNZAF and other visiting Air Forces, who will provide an opportunity to learn about modern aircraft used in the Air Forces today. Students will also meet some of the men and women who work in the Air Force and have a look at future careers for themselves.
The Future of Aviation hangar.
Sport Aircraft Display of microlights, homebuilts, replicas, sport aircraft projects and much more…
Visit the Aviation Federation Marquee and learn about becoming a pilot or having a career in Aviation
Whilst on the tour, the Air Cadets will be available to answer any questions about the training they receive and their exciting activities. After the tour, students and parents are free to wander around the Airshow and visit the market stalls, aviation trade and training stands and taste the delicious goodies on the food stalls. Many aircraft will also be practising their flight displays so students also need to keep their eyes on the sky!
All students under the age of 16 can enter the Airshow at no charge, all adults must hold a Friday Day pass which can be purchased at https://www.warbirdsoverwanaka.com/2024-airshow/tickets
Students are not required to register for free entry.
Students are encouraged to meet the Air Cadets, stationed outside the Warbirds Event Office ahead of the main entrance at Gate 1, for the tour running every half an hour from 9am to 12pm.
