FEBRUARY 2022 The annual Mandeville Fly-In is held over the eighth weekend of the year. On the anniversary of the first cross country flight in New Zealand, between Invercargill and Gore, on 20 February, 1914. See Aircraft in flight or maybe take a flight yourself. Waimea Plains Railway Steam Train Rides along with Steam Traction Engines. Displays, Car Displays and more. Gate Fee applies of $5 Adults with car parking beside the airfield. If you are an Aircraft Owner or wish to be a Stall Holder or Volunteer please contact us.