Aviation Display Hall
INCLUDED IN GENERAL ADMISSION
Please note: From 26 July, 2021, M2 the home of our Aviation Display Hall, Rail and Military workshops will be TEMPORARILY closed to the public. See more information here>
MOTAT is lucky enough to have two sites, M1 and M2 which are connected by our complimentary tram ride or a short drive. The multi-award-winning Aviation Display Hall at MOTAT Meola Road (M2) hosts a large collection of recreational, military, topdressing, and commercial aircraft which celebrates the evolution of New Zealand aviation since February 1911 when Vivian Walsh achieved sustained and controlled flight in a British Howard Wright biplane.
Visitors will also be able to see aircraft which saw service with the Royal New Zealand Air Force such as the de Havilland Mosquito and the modern Skyhawk and Aermacchi. Other highlights include the Solent and Sunderland Flying Boats and the Lancaster bomber.
The Short Solent MK4.
SEE THE WORLD'S LAST REMAINING SHORT SOLENT MK IV IN THE AVIATION DISPLAY HALL
Look out for upcoming Live Days to see what’s going on in the Aviation Display Hall.
The Aviation Display Hall is also available as a spectacular events venue. Visit Venue Hire for more information.
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