2026 AVIATION TALKS SCHEDULE
Friday Social
September 2026
Fri Sep 11, 4.00 pm - 7.00 pm
Location: Waikato Aviation
Hamilton International Airport
Student Lounge (Downstairs)
Free Event
(Includes Food & Drink)
Speaker Profile
Karl Le Couteur
An Air New Zealand ATR72-600 First Officer and keen back country bush pilot, Karl uses photographs and terrain maps to share stories about his meticulous preparation, flying adventures and the safety aspects of taking a Piper Cub into some of the most remote and scenic South Island airstrips.
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Friday Social
October 2026
Fri Oct 09, 4.00 pm - 7.00 pm
Location: Waikato Aviation
Hamilton International Airport
Student Lounge (Downstairs)
Free Event
(Includes Food & Drink)
Speaker Profile
Charlie Matthews
Charlie speaks of his incredible experiences flying high performance military aircraft such as the Tornado F3 and the Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4 with the RAF, and how his demanding military training can be translated into important lessons for all pilots regardless of age and experience.
Status: Complete
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