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Media Release

29 March 2012

AIR FORCE RED CHECKERS TO FLY OVER WELLINGTON HARBOUR

The Air Force Red Checkers team will perform an aerobatic display over Wellington Harbour on Monday 2 April as part its national tour to celebrate 75 years of the RNZAF.

April 1 2012 marks 75 years of service to New Zealand for the Air Force as an independent armed service. While the Air Force becomes a modern 21st century Air Force with the introduction of new and upgraded aircraft fleets, 75 years provides the milestone for New Zealand to celebrate the RNZAF’s proud heritage and culture and showcase the work our Air Force has done and the role our airmen and women play in this country and the region.

Just as it has met the challenges of the past 75 years, New Zealand’s Air Force today is well equipped to meet the challenges of the coming decades.

What: Red Checkers aerobatic display (weather permitting)

Where: Wellington Harbour

When: Monday 2 April at approximately 12.00pm

Visit www.airforce.mil.nz and click on ‘What’s On’ for the Red Checkers flying schedule in 2012.

ENDS