Celebrating 75 Years of Aerowork

December 7 marked a significant occasion as Aerowork celebrated 75 years of aircraft innovation in Hamilton. NZAero was proud to be part of this milestone, with a symbolic flight from Hamilton to Wanganui, carrying NZAero leadership—a tribute to the long-standing legacy of aircraft built in Hamilton.

Over 600 Ravensdown clients, staff, and aviation enthusiasts gathered at Wanganui Airport to commemorate this incredible achievement. The event showcased Aerowork’s remarkable history, with iconic aircraft like the Fletcher FU-24-950 and Cresco proudly displayed alongside ZK-EPQ, the latest addition to the SuperPac 750XL-II model. This combination of aircraft highlighted the engineering progress made over the years and served as a reminder of the enduring legacy of Hamilton-built aircraft.

ZK-EPQ caught the attention of some attendees and was mentioned on the NZ Civil Aircraft blog in their coverage of the event.  Read the blog here.

The occasion was a reflection of how far Aerowork has come in 75 years, and how the legacy of aviation in Hamilton continues to shape the future.