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Celebrating 75 years of Christchurch International Airport

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Thousands attended the opening of Christchurch International Airport on Monday 18 December, 1950.

Thousands attended the opening of Christchurch International Airport on Monday 18 December, 1950. Photo: V.C. Browne

Today marks an important anniversary in New Zealand's aviation history. 

75 years ago today, the ribbon was cut on Christchurch International Airport, New Zealand's first international airport. 

President of the Aviation Historical Society of New Zealand Reverand Dr Richard Waugh joins Jesse for a bit of a history lesson.