The Air Force Museum of New Zealand is home to the largest collection of aircraft in the country. The museum has many different aircraft on display, including examples from both World War I and II. This article will explore everything you need to know before visiting the Air Force Museum of New Zealand.

What to know before you visit the Air Force Museum of New Zealand

The Air Force Museum of New Zealand has a number of interesting exhibits. There is a Giant Freeze Frame, which is a wall-sized photo of a flight line. The museum also has a number of aircraft on display.

You can also see a portion of a Lancaster Bomber and a cross-section of a C-130 Hercules. There are also a number of interactive exhibits. These include an avionics display, a flight simulator, and a virtual tour of the Herc.

There is an on-site cafe. The cafe serves a number of meals, including a full vegetarian menu. There are a few things to keep in mind before visiting the Air Force Museum of New Zealand. First, the museum is closed on Mondays. Although there is limited access on public holidays, it is best to check the museum’s website for details. Second, the museum is best for older children and adults. Smaller children may find it difficult to enjoy the experience due to the many stairs.

How to get to the Air Force Museum of New Zealand

The Air Force Museum of New Zealand is located in Wigram, Christchurch. Wigram is around 30 minutes away from the city centre. You can get to Wigram by bus, train, or car. If you are driving, the museum is located on State Highway One, south of Christchurch.

The easiest way to get to the museum is by taking the metro rail. You can get off at the Wigram station, which is the last stop on the red line. Alternatively, you can can get off at Hornby station and walk five minutes South. The last option is to take a bus. You can take bus number 15 from the city centre. Ask the bus driver to let you off at the Air Force Museum.

What is included in admission?

Admission for the Air Force Museum of New Zealand is $25 for adults, $10 for children, and $65 for a family. Children under two years old get in for free. Admission includes access to the museum’s exhibitions, Giant Freeze Frame, avionics display, flight simulator, and flightline tour.

Several of these exhibitions have an entrance fee, including the cross-section of a C-130 Hercules and the virtual tour of a Herc. The cross-section is $10 and the virtual tour is $5. Some of the exhibitions are included in the price of admission. These are the Giant Freeze Frame, avionics display, and flightline tour.

Things to do at the Air Force Museum of New Zealand

There are a number of things you can do at the Air Force Museum of New Zealand. This includes taking a flightline tour, visiting the exhibitions, and looking at the aircraft. The flightline tour is a great way to learn about the museum’s aircraft. The tour starts on the tarmac. A guide will walk you around the various aircraft. You will hear about the aircrafts’ history, as well as how they are maintained. The tour ends on the tarmac.

The exhibitions at the museum are fascinating. The Giant Freeze Frame is a wall-sized photograph of a flight line. The wall is split into six sections that you can walk through. Each section focuses on a different era of aviation. The freeze frame is a great place to take pictures.

The avionics display is a series of hands-on displays. You can test your knowledge by trying out the display. The Herc cross-section is a fascinating exhibit. It features a cross-section of the C-130 Herc. You can also walk through a portion of the Lancaster Bomber.

November 30, 2022 by Your friends at Hotel 115

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