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Ashburton Aviation Museum

74 Reviews

#2 of 16 things to do in Ashburton

Museums, Military Museums

Ashburton Airport | Seafield Road, Ashburton, New Zealand

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“Jam-packed with interesting aircraft”

This wonderful museum is jam-packed with interesting aircraft and aviation memorabilia. You can... read more

Reviewed 3 December 2018

Kim O

Christchurch, New Zealand

“Great Museum for a small town”

Little Aviation Museum oat the Ashburton airfield which has a Harrier jump jet. More to this... read more

Reviewed 4 November 2018

Diane B

Auckland, New Zealand

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4.5 74 reviews

Excellent67%
Very good31%
Average1%
Poor0%
Terrible1%

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“harrier jump jet”(11 reviews)

“on display”(14 reviews)

“run by volunteers”(2 reviews)

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Ashburton Airport | Seafield Road, Ashburton, New Zealand

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Kim O

Christchurch, New Zealand

6929

Reviewed 3 December 2018

Jam-packed with interesting aircraft

This wonderful museum is jam-packed with interesting aircraft and aviation memorabilia. You can climb onboard a DC3 and inspect a Skyhawk and a Harrier Jump Jet at close range. We weren't sure what to expect but were quite blown away by the range of aircraft...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank Kim O

Diane B

Auckland, New Zealand

5227

Reviewed 4 November 2018

Great Museum for a small town

Little Aviation Museum oat the Ashburton airfield which has a Harrier jump jet. More to this Museum than you think. Worth a visit for aviation buffs

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank Diane B

annandhim

Christchurch, New Zealand

Reviewed 31 October 2018

A well run, interesting museum

The two hangars are obviously looked after well by keen volunteers and have a good range of interesting exhibits. The wide range of aircraft and models will be of great interest to youngsters as well as oldsters!

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank annandhim

Ahewgill06

Christchurch, New Zealand

3114

Reviewed 22 September 2018 via mobile

Really worthwhile

I was a bit sceptical but totally besotted by this gem. My young daughters (2 & 5) both loved it. The mini airplanes that they could scoot around on were a big hit. The skydiving next door gave us plenty of entertainment too. Picnic table...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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Susan S

295

Reviewed 31 May 2018

Very interesting

A very informative and interesting tour on the history of the planes on display, including log books, clothing and gear. A must see for history buffs.

Date of experience: May 2018

Thank Susan S

524chauh

Deepdene, Australia

103

Reviewed 9 April 2018 via mobile

Ashburton Aviation Museum

A wonderful interactive experience for all ages. If you want to touch, see and put yourself into a pilot’s shoes, come on in.... Planes of all types and models. Highly Recommend this wonderful museum.

Date of experience: April 2018

2 Thank 524chauh

amscram

Cromwell, New Zealand

Reviewed 27 March 2018

a hidden gem for anyone with the slightest interest in aircraft

The variety of aircraft and other aviation equipment on display along with information panels and staff with a wealth of knowledge made this an experience i will not forget ., it was some years ago now but still firmly in my memories. with the passion...More

Date of experience: April 2017

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30Margaret2017

Gore, New Zealand

Reviewed 22 October 2017

Terrific Museum

Well worth a visit - great range of aircraft - gentleman on duty had top PR skills. A credit to the volunteers who operate it.

Date of experience: October 2017

Thank 30Margaret2017

RATZnz

Ashburton, New Zealand

15835

Reviewed 3 October 2017

Amazing what a small town has to offer

This place was way better than I thought it would be. I was surprised how much stuff they had there and the wonderful work they have done to restore things. It seems they are always adding to their exhibits and displays.

Date of experience: September 2017

Thank RATZnz

graeme M

Ashburton, New Zealand

Reviewed 3 October 2017

One of the best Aviation Museums in New Zealand

This Museum has a great selection of RNZAF jet aircraft around. The only jet trainer they do not have is a Strikemaster trainer.

Date of experience: September 2017

Thank graeme M

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