Skip the Line:WWI & WWII Combo Exhibitions at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre presents two world-class exhibitions. The first is the original ‘Knights of the Sky’ exhibition, featuring film director, Sir Peter Jackson's own collection of WWI aircraft and artifacts. The story of aviation in the Great War is brought to life in sensational sets created by the internationally acclaimed talent of WingNut Films and Wētā Workshop.
The second is the new exhibition ‘Dangerous Skies’ features stories from World War II. These are tales of daring, valour and tragedy stretching from the British Isles to the forests of Germany, an embattled but courageous Russia and the steaming hot jungles of the South Pacific. Two of the star attractions are an original DeHavilland Mosquito, fondly known as the "Wooden Wonder" and a Griffon powered Mk.XIVe Spitfire. Women also feature more prominently in this exhibition and the Battle of Stalingrad is the stage for an immersive experience that is both entertaining and chillingly thought provoking.
Options
Self-Guided Combo Entry Only
Includes entry to both the Knights of the Sky & Dangerous Skies Exhibitions.
What's included in Skip the Line:WWI & WWII Combo Exhibitions at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
The museum is open 7 days throughout the year with the exception of Christmas Day. Currently we are open from 10am and closing at 4pm. We recommend that you allow a minimum of 90-minutes to visit both exhibitions. In December 2006 the opening exhibition, Knights of the Sky was ground breaking, not just in terms of the historical importance, rarity and scale of the collection but in the innovative way it was presented. The generosity of film director Sir Peter Jackson, the owner of the collection, was integral in bringing the exhibition to life in a series of dioramas utilizing the formidable creative talents of WingNut Films and enhanced by mannequins by Weta Workshop. In 2016, Dangerous Skies a second exhibition was opened. Utilizing the talents of both homegrown and internationally based experts the resulting displays have evolved yet again. Omaka, is a world-class destination for the appreciation of historic aircraft and the magnificent men and women who flew and created them.
Inclusions
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Guided commentary unless requested.
- Food and drink.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Coffee, light refreshments and souvenirs available for purchase
- All guests must be well and are required to sign in for contact tracing purposes.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
This ticket provides direct entry into the attraction
