ZOOM: Journalists and photographers on the Wings over Wairarapa media tower watch as an Avro Anson makes a low pass.
ZOOM: Journalists and photographers on the Wings over Wairarapa media tower watch as an Avro Anson makes a low pass.
Wings over Wairarapa 2017 is opting for a February slot, rather than the January weekend it had for the past two shows.
The show will take place on February 17, 18 and 19.
Wings Community Trust chairman Bob Francis said they had reviewed the show's performance with a mind tofinancial success and growing an audience.
"There are a number of factors which impact the show financially, including available sponsorship money, increasing costs, like insurance and fuel, and keeping the event fresh and exciting every two years," Mr Francis said.
Another reason was a new partnership with the Royal New Zealand Air Force, which was planning an airshow in April in celebration of their 80th anniversary, he said.
The air force wants to partner Wings to bring two air events to the lowerNorth Island.
Event manager Jenny Gasson said they realised the change of dates would impact Wairarapa accommodation, businesses and other events in the area, "which is why we've announced the dates now to give people the maximum notice".
