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The official proceedings were wrapped up early Sunday afternoon as the cross wind northerly set in with the usual prize
giving ceremony. The recipients were;

WW1; Alan Rowson from Hamilton with his Fokker D11. WW2; Grant Plaisted from Wangarei with the Yak12.

Modern Military; Ryan Groves from Wellington with the Aermacchi. Pilots Choice; Phil Sharp from MFHB with the Rotary powered Sopwith
Camel.
Another successful Warbirds over Awatoto, good
conditions, though this time the weather was a bit trying at
times with a number departing early on Sunday. Marty
promises perfect Hawkes Bay weather next year.

Warbirds over Awatoto will be bigger, brighter and
better in February 2025

Hawker Seafury decked out in Canadian Navy Markings

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