What a great airshow it was! All three days had more than their fair share of fine weather, considering the wintry blast that the rest of the country experienced. Brief heavy rain on Saturday lunchtime interrupted the Internet coverage of the airshow, but little else.
 
Thunderstorms predicted for Sunday did not eventuate - those who ignored the pessimistic weather forecasts were rewarded with blue skies and a great day's flying - and great views from the flightline!

Friday March 29th (Practise Day)

A truly country fair atmosphere.
Gates opened at 7:00am. Aviation Trade Expo, Craft Market, Souvenirs and Memorabilia, Displays of Vintage Machinery, Military Vehicles and Classic Fire Engines. A truly country fair atmosphere.
 
Aircraft on the ground while others practise overhead.
 
Saturday March 30th and Sunday March 31st

The Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow 2002.

Gates opened at 7:00am. The Aviation Trade Expo, Craft Market, Souvenirs and Memorabilia continue as do the displays of Vintage Machinery, Military Vehicles and Classic Fire Engines.
 
At 10:00am the airshow began and was continuous throughout the day until the finale of the airfield attack at 4:00pm.

Aviation Trade Expo

This was the opportunity for the aviation industry and related trades to present products and services and reinforce their companies position within the industry and to the public.
 
Craft Market

An opportunity for all crafters to present and sell products to over 100,000 people in the three day period.

Sponsors

Air BP, as the Principal Sponsor, has a long and proud association with of Warbirds Over Wanaka. At the close of action on Easter Sunday at 2000, Air BP was pleased to announce its continued support for the 2002 Airshow.