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Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 10:15 am UTC+13:00

Public Viewing of the Lockheed Electra L10 Kuaka

  • Nelson Airport · Nelson
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Public Viewing of the Lockheed Electra L10 Kuaka
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Excited to share this unique opportunity with you! We are inviting the public to view the Lockheed Electra L10 'Kuaka' up close. The Kuaka is a pioneer Nelson airliner from the 1930s to 1950s, and hasn't been at Nelson Airport since 1959. A rare opportunity to see a true classic of the skies. The viewing will be followed by a slideshow and talk from Robert Mackley in the foyer of Airport House detailing the internationally significant 25 year restoration effort.
Sat 14 November.
10.15am Public viewing
Assemble in Nelson Airport private carpark.
11.45am - 12.45pm Public Talk
Assemble in Airport House foyer
PLEASE NOTE if weather conditions are not ideal the Kuaka's visit will be postponed to the following day.
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