The sound of freedom: The C-130H: 60 years of service in the RNZAF

Schedule

Sat, 06 Dec, 2025 at 01:00 am

UTC+13:00

Location

45 Harvard Avenue, Wigram, Christchurch, New Zealand 8042 | Christchurch, CA

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Special guest former No. 40 Squadron commander Bob Henderson MNZM AFC, reviews the achievements and journeys of the C-130H during its global service to the RNZAF and to New Zealand; truly a history worthy of the ssquadron motto 'Ki Nga Hau E Wha' - to the four winds.
Bob's talk is part of an ongoing series of free public lectures presented by the Aviation Historical Society of New Zealand.
The talk is in the Theatre, no bookings necessary, seats limited to 100.
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45 Harvard Avenue, Wigram, Christchurch, New Zealand 8042, New Zealand

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Air Force Museum of New Zealand

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