Course organiser:Keith Sharp, Hilary Talbot, Howard Harvey
Presenter:Various
3 Apr:
The History of Flight
TBA
10 Apr:
Roger Ellery, Pilot on 'A Pilot's Experiences.'
Insights from a pilot’s journey, exploring firsthand experiences of flying various aircraft and the challenges and thrills of aviation.
17 Apr:
David Laughlin, Air NZ Technical Instructor on 'The 1953 Air Race.'
The final and longest competition of the great international air race era—the 1953 London to Harewood Air Race—a historic event that marked the end of a golden age in aviation contests.
24 Apr:
James Evans, Air traffic Control and Surveillance Services on 'The Place of Air Traffic Control.'
An inside look at how air traffic control manages the flow of aircraft in and out of airports, ensuring safe and efficient takeoffs, landings, and in-flight navigation.
1 May:
Dr Richard Waugh, Commentator and Writer on 'NZ Aviation History.'
The unique challenges and experiences of flying in and out of the West Coast over 90 years.