The sound of veteran aeroplane engines was heard all day at the Bombers and Biplanes fundraiser at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre on Saturday.
The 350 aviation enthusiasts at the show were treated to aerial displays from rare World War I and II vintage aircraft, the most anticipated being the Anson Mk 1 twin-engined bomber.
The Anson was restored to its original condition by Nelson couple Bill and Robyn Reid.
Mrs Reid was delighted to share the aircraft with other aviators after 10 years of restoration work.
“There were times that we thought we were never going to finish it, so it’s wonderful to see it finished and somewhere where everyone can enjoy it,” said Mrs Reid.
The Anson is believed to be the only one in flying condition in the world, and will be on show at the Wings over Wairarapa airshow in Masterton in January and the Omaka Classic Fighters airshow in Blenheim in April, she said.