Ashburton Aviation Museum

Where history
takes flight

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the Ashburton Aviation Museum

Nestled in the heart of picturesque Mid-Canterbury, this hidden gem boasts one of the largest collections of Aircraft in the country.

About the Museum

Journey Through the Skies

Step into Our Aviation Museum’s Timeless Collection

A group of people stand in front of a small propeller airplane on a grassy field while a man sits on the plane's wing.

From the past

Over 40 meticulously preserved aircraft, including some of the rarest gems in aviation history. Get up close and personal with cockpits, climb up the old control tower, touch a “space ball” that descended from the Soviet satellite Cosmos 482 during its breakup over the South Island in 1972 or try our Flight Simulator.

Exhibits

A 3D rendered image of a large, multi-sectioned building with a transparent roof, revealing an interior layout including rooms and structures. The building has a stairway and an adjacent, smaller structure.

FOr the future

We’re looking skyward as we propel ourselves into our biggest take off yet … The development of a modern complex to house our extensive collection of aircraft and other exhibits. The Ashburton Aviation Museum is a valued and respected regional asset built on sheer enthusiasm and hard work by members and our community.

Development

Embark on a journey through time

and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of aviation history where every moment is a testament to the enduring spirit of flight.

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