Air Force Museum New Zealand

It is our sad duty to announce that our Director, Thérèse Angelo MNZM, has passed away following a long, and brave, fight with illness.

Thérèse has left an indelible mark on our Museum in her 31 years here. Her loss will be deeply felt amongst our team, as well as so many who knew and worked with her across the RNZAF, and museum and heritage sectors.

Our love and thoughts are with her family at this very difficult time.

Her funeral will be held in the Conference and Events Hall at the Air Force Museum at 2 pm on Tuesday 23 October 2018. This will be a public service, but please note that the Museum will be closed to general visitors from 12 pm - 5 pm that day.

The funeral will also be streamed live on our website from 2 pm.

Discover

Collections & Research

The Air Force Museum of New Zealand holds the national collection of the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF).

Aircraft

Explore our aircraft and learn about New Zealand’s aviation history.

Engage

Mosquito Mission Flight Simulator

Take the pilot seat in our ever-popular Mosquito Mission Flight Simulator, offering high definition graphics and realistic handling features!

Group Activities

Bring your special interest or social club group to the Museum, and enjoy a unique experience from our range of options.

Birthday Parties

At the Air Force Museum, we can offer your child a unique and exciting birthday party to remember.

AFM Kids

Try some of fun and engaging AFM kids’ activities!

Reflect

Roll of Honour

A memorial and record of all New Zealanders who have died while in service with the RNZAF or other air forces since 1915.

Memorial Alcove

This stunning stained glass window and monument stands as a tribute to the thousands of New Zealanders who gave their lives in defence of their country in air operations around the world.

80 Years in 80 Stories

This landmark project has been created to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF).

War in the Air

Through photos, film and artefacts, this commemorative exhibition explores the story of the first air war of 1914-1918, from the perspective of the New Zealanders who took part.