This spectacular multi-sensory experience, enhanced with special effects lighting is designed to be both educational and entertaining for all ages.Ī Dream Takes Flight - the development of the Omaka AHC When SE5as and Fokker Triplanes went head to head the steeds of these latter day knights of the air jousting for survival. The extensive dioramas take you back to a time long gone and almost forgotten when the harshness and cruelty of the war in the trenches contrasted with the chivalry and bravado of the war in the air. The collection is managed by the 14-18 Aviation Heritage Trust, which is chaired by film director Peter Jackson, and has been brought to life in a series of theatrical dioramas constructed with the artistic talent and technical expertise of some of New Zealand's most talented storytellers. It comprises one of the world's largest collections of World War 1 aircraft and rare memorabilia, including a mix of dramatically staged static displays along with flyable planes. Omaka's first exhibition, “Knights of the Sky”, occupies some 3,000 sqm of purpose-built display area. Knights of The Sky - The Great War Exhibition Scheduled guided tours operate twice daily at 10.30am and 2.00pm or enjoy the exhibition at your leisure. A second exhibition Dangerous Skies will tell the story of aviation development during World War 2 and is scheduled to open in June 2015. Thanks to Sir Peter’s generosity, the aircraft have been brought to life in a series of dioramas created by Wingnut Films and enhanced with lifelike mannequins by Weta Workshop. The “Knights of the Sky” exhibition is the world’s largest collection of World War 1 aircraft and rare memorabilia and is on long-term loan from film director Sir Peter Jackson. Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre was established to provide a world-class destination for the appreciation of historic aircraft. In Trip Advisors’ 2015 Travellers' Choice Award for Museums **OMAKA AVIATION HERITAGE CENTRE RANKED #2 MUSEUM IN THE SOUTH PACIFIC**
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