NZ Warbirds at Ardmore

Nestled at the foothills of the Wairoa Valley, NZ Warbirds at Ardmore is one Auckland’s true gems. Here you will get up close and personal with working aviation history with an unrestricted view of our operational and static aircraft.

  • Words by Tourism New Zealand
  • Last updated 08 Jun 2025

NZ Warbirds at Ardmore features two hangars which showcase a small part of the NZ Warbirds collection of airworthy and static aircraft.

With over 20 aircraft types on display spanning over some 100 years of aviation history, NZ Warbirds at Ardmore enables the general public to view these former service and historic aircraft up close and personal from various viewpoints.

The number and types on show vary depending on airshow, training and maintenance commitments. Weekends are the peak of flying activity.

Location Te wāhi
824 Harvard Lane, Ardmore
Plan your route
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira
Town: NZ Warbirds at Ardmore is located at Ardmore Airport, 35 minutes from the Auckland CBD and 10 minutes from the Takanini Southern Motorway off ramp., Airport: 30 minute drive from Auckland International Airport, Parking: NZ Warbirds has plenty of parking available for visitors.
Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe
Rain or shine NZ Warbirds at Ardmore is a great location to visit.
  • NZ Warbirds at Ardmore Image 1
  • This aircraft is a faithful reproduction of an First World War era Royal Aircraft Factory B.E.2.
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  • We regularly hold airshows, open days and other events at our Ardmore location.
  • NZ Warbirds at Ardmore exhibits local military and aviation history.