Blenheim Trip Overview
The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre presents the outstanding Knights of the Sky exhibition, featuring Sir Peter Jackson’s own collection of World War One aircraft and artifacts. This story of aviation in the Great War is brought to life in sensational sets created by the internationally acclaimed talent of WingNut Films and Weta Workshop. Not just for aviation buffs, this world class exhibition has something for everyone.
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Duration: 45 to 120 minutes
Starts: Blenheim, New Zealand
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre presents the outstanding Knights of the Sky exhibition, featuring Sir Peter Jackson’s own collection of World War One aircraft and artifacts. This story of aviation in the Great War is brought to life in sensational sets created by the internationally acclaimed talent of WingNut Films and Weta Workshop. Not just for aviation buffs, this world class exhibition has something for everyone.
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Stop At: Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, 79 Aerodrome Road, Blenheim 7272 New Zealand
The Knights of the Sky exhibition presents the story of aviation development during World War 1. Sharing the stories of the men and women behind the machines both in the air and on the ground. Captivating scenes created by cinematic experts WingNut Films depict the aircraft in context, sometimes recreating an incident that actually happened in the war. Rare memorabilia is on display, worthy of any national collection and ranges from beautifully crafted ‘trench art’ through to personal items belonging to the famous Red Baron himself.
You can take a self guided tour or guided tours are available on request.
Duration: 2 hours
