Wings Over Wairarapa

02/02/2024

Your stunning photos captured the heart and soul of Wings 2023! From the breathtaking aerial artistry to the pure joy on people's faces, you showcased the magic of the event through your lens.

Thank you for sharing your talent and passion with us!
📸 Images in this post are from: Karl Smith, Aidan Cartwright, Alan Peterson, Simon Piper, Gordon, and Janet McGuiness

24/01/2024

Remember the electrifying buzz when the Harvards roared into the sky?

📽️ Karl Smith

16/01/2024

"My favourite moment was when the Corsair first arrived and taxied into stop. The tail swung around and the slip stream blew all the adoring spectators over"

Did anyone else get to experience this? 💨

🎥 Thank you Colin Nash for sending this video in 😍

10/01/2024

It's giveaway time thanks to our mates at Fratbrosdesign! 🛩️✨

One lucky legend is going to snag a wee Corsair themed merch pack, decked out with the new artwork featuring none other than Marie – a woman and decal with a tale as epic as the Corsair itself! 💪

To throw your hat in the ring, all you've got to do is share your absolute fave Wings Over Wairarapa moments in the comments below. Keep it all positive, folks! We're well aware that rain's been a bit of a pesky bug bear for us all, but let's focus on the good vibes and high-flying memories! 🌧️➡️🌞

Comment away with your top-notch Wings moments, and remember, we're picking a winner at random on Friday, January 19th at 5pm. So, don't snooze on this chance to score some epic Corsair swag! 🤘✈️

28/12/2023

Hi all, we're getting a number of you reach out wondering if there is another fake profile out there.

Unfortunately, there are more than one! 😭

Please be aware that we only have this Facebook account, and an Instagram account.

We do NOT have any profiles that will send friend requests or any groups to join.

Pictured below is one of the most recent profiles pretending to be us. We appreciate everyone reporting them to Meta and un-friending this profile.

Cheers
Wings Over Wairarapa

18/12/2023

We had a fantastic time hosting Take Flight School's Day on Friday, 24th November 2023! 🌧️📆🎓

Students from across Wairarapa embraced the weather and enjoyed an exhilarating day of STEM exploration, while delving into the fascinating world of aviation careers and hobbies. ✈️🔍

🎥 Check out this video capturing the joy, curiosity, and awe on the faces of our future aviators, raindrops and all! 👩‍🚀👨‍🔧

A massive thank you to all the schools, students, teachers, parent helpers, educators and our sponsors, tagged below, who braved the rain to make this day a soaring success! 🙌🏫

15/12/2023

🌟 A Sky Full of Gratitude! 🌟

Wings Over Wairarapa took flight just a few weeks ago with immense gratitude for our major sponsors, whose support has made our soaring dreams a reality! A heartfelt thank you to:
📱 Spark for Business
🚀 Lockheed Martin
🏠 Trust House
🚵‍♀️ Wairarapa Economic Development Strategy
🌍 Earthcare Environmental
🛰️ Marops Limited
🚁 Leonardo
🌐 L3Harris
🏘️ Property Brokers Wairarapa
💵 Lawson Avery Limited
🪛 Mitre10 MEGA Masterton

Your commitment to our event has made it possible to showcase the best in aviation and create unforgettable experiences for all who attend. We're immensely grateful for your dedication to Wings Over Wairarapa!

And a special shout-out to all our other incredible partners, sponsors, funders, and supporters who form the backbone of Wings Over Wairarapa. 🙌 Explore the list our website: www.wings.org.nz/partners-and-sponsors

📷 submitted as part of our photo competition by Gordon

12/12/2023

🎶 Join the good vibes with Wairarapa Music In The Country Festival, where the beats are as fresh as the air in our stunning region. And when you need a breather, why not soar high with Legend Aviation in either their North American Harvard or de Havilland Tiger Moth? ✈️

Don't miss out on the fun 🎉

🌟 Drumroll, please! 🌟

Introducing the 2024 Music in the Country Programme – where the beats are as real as it gets! 🤘🏼�https://www.tauherenikau.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Music-in-the-Country-Programme-2024.pdf

🗓️ Save the Dates: 5th - 7th January 2024

🎸 Brace yourselves for a lineup that's bound to set your soul on fire! 🔥 From foot-stompin' country classics to soulful melodies, we've got it all lined up.

Oh, and did we mention entry's on the house for kids 16 and under! 🚀 Bring the whole crew and let's make this a family affair.

🎟️Tickets? Simple. Just $50 gets you access to the whole shebang. No hidden fees, no nonsense – just a weekend full of killer tunes. https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2024/wairarapa-music-in-the-country-2024/featherston

Spread the word, grab your tickets, and let's make some noise together! 🤟🏼🎶 Summer 2024 is about to be lit, and you won't want to miss it.

Ready to rock!! 🌞🤠

12/12/2023

🎉 Laura James! 📸 You've nabbed the top spot as the random winner of our Wings Over Wairarapa Photo Comp! 🏆✨

Hold on tight because you're in for a wild ride – a 30-minute flight with the legends at Legend Aviation in a Tiger Moth! 🐅✈️ Get ready for some aerobatics that'll have you grinning from ear to ear. 😁

And that's not all! We're shouting you a voucher for Ten O'Clock Cookie Bakery and Cafe. ☕🍪 Stuff your face with some top-notch treats 🤤

Cheers for snapping Wings Over Wairarapa through your lens. 📷 We reckon you're gonna have another blast Laura 🎈🤩