Warbirds Over Wanaka

An RAAF F1-111 fighter makes a low pass over the airfield. Ross Land / Getty Images

A spectacular display of aircraft has entertained crowds at the Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow.

Around 100,000 were expected to attend the event over three days, from Good Friday to Easter Sunday.

The airshow has evolved into a biennial event with three days of non-stop aerial action, as well as military vehicles, vintage machinery and ground displays.

It is the brainchild of Wanaka resident and aviation enthusiast Sir Tim Wallis, who said the airshow was originally envisioned as a display event but has since become an international fixture.

Where
Wanaka

When
Until Easter Sunday

What
* 50 aircraft, including flimsy biplanes of World War I, Spitfires from World War II, fighter jets from the Korean conflict and Vietnam War strike planes.
* Plus a display of private collectors' classic fire engines, including models by Dennis, Leyland, Seagrave, Commer and Ford.