AIRFORCE

Naval Helicopter Forces (NHF) is provided by No.6 Squadron RNZAF. The Squadron is equipped with a fleet of four SH-2G(I) Seasprite helicopters operated by the RNZN and maintained by the RNZAF.

Kiwi Blue is the RNZAF parachute team which displays the skills taught by the Parachute Training Support Unit at RNZAF Base Auckland. All members of the Display Unit are full-time instructors. The Air Force team has different routines depending on weather conditions.

Making their debut at Omaka in 2017 was the RNZAF's new display team, the Black Falcons, they uphold the traditions of the famous Red Checkers.

Joining the New Zealand Royal Airforce at Classic Fighters in 223 will be the Royal Australian Air Force with a flyover of their C-27 Spartan.

Please note that all military aircraft are subject to operational demands.

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About Yealands Classic Fighters Omaka: The airshow is the main fundraising event for the Omaka Aviation Heritage Museum, located in Blenheim, Marlborough NZ.

The RNZAF has a long association with the Blenheim region with training bases established here during WWII and RNZAF Base Woodbourne continuing as a vital part of today's Air Force. We are looking forward to welcoming the RNZAF to Yealands Classic Fighters in 2023!