The New Zealand Warbirds Association is gearing up for its Warbirds Open Day at Ardmore Airport.

High performance aircrafts are on display as part of the 73rd anniversary of D-Day.

The New Zealand Warbirds Association is gearing up for its Warbirds Open Day at Ardmore Airport on Sunday, June 4.

This year the Air Force static display will feature the new turboprop powered T-6C Texan II which is part of the Black Falcons aerobatic display team.

The Texan will be accompanied by the multi-engine communications and transport aircraft Beech King Air B200, a Super Seasprite anti-submarine helicopter and the A109 light utility helicopter.

A wide range of former military aircraft will be on view including ex RNZAF Skyhawk and Aermacchi on static display. The public will be able to see flying display routines at 11am and 1.30pm.

For those who wish to experience the thrill of a flight in a Warbird, bookings can be taken for your choice of jet or piston–engined Warbird aircraft.

Fire, St John, and Ardmore flying clubs will be also be present along with a variety of vintage machinery, veteran cars, motorbikes and jeeps on show. There are also a variety of amusement attractions for children.

All funds go to the development of the associations' aviation library and display areas as part of the relocation of the Warbirds Visitor Centre to a new hangar.

Gates open at 9.00am with a $20.00 adult entry fee and free entry for children under 14.