Soldiers lined up to get in the back of a No. 1 Squadron Andover for the first parachute jump from an Andover in New Zealand. RNZAF Base Whenuapai.

Side view of Supermarine Channel flying boat, G-NZAI, from the New Zealand Flying School, moored in Suva Harbour. This was the first aircraft to fly in Fiji and conducted the first aerial survey of the Islands.

Rear view of Supermarine Channel flying boat, G-NZAI, from the New Zealand Flying School, moored in Suva Harbour. This was the first aircraft to fly in Fiji and carried out the first aerial survey of the islands.

The first Strikemaster, NZ6361, to fly in New Zealand, being prepared for the flight. RNZAF Base Ohakea.

The first Strikemaster, NZ6361, to fly in New Zealand, being prepared for the flight. RNZAF Base Ohakea.

Signing the paperwork before flying the first Strikemaster, NZ6361, in New Zealand. RNZAF Base Ohakea.

Signing the paperwork before flying the first Strikemaster, NZ6361, in New Zealand. RNZAF Base Ohakea.

Preparing the first Strikemaster, NZ6361, to flying in New Zealand. RNZAF Base Ohakea.

Preparing the first Strikemaster, NZ6361, to fly in New Zealand. RNZAF Base Ohakea.

The first Strikemaster, NZ6361, to fly at Ohakea being refuelled for the flight. RNZAF Base Ohakea. Tail of No.75 Squadron Skyhawk NZ6202 in the foreground.

Signing the paperwork before flying the first Strikemaster, NZ6361, in New Zealand. RNZAF Base Ohakea. Leyland Hippo tanker and a No. 75 Squadron Skyhawk in the background.

Corporal Clements (4th from right) lecturing fire section personnel about first aid. RNZAF Station Whenuapai.