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Thursday, April 8, 2004
Subject: Wednesday April 7, 2004
Time: 11:14:00 AM EDT
Author:  nzairrace


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Wednesday April 7, 2004

     Hokitika - Te Anau

Today began with word we would reposition all the planes to lunch and takeoff after lunch to race to Te Anau. With a few hours on the ground waiting for weather further south to clear, we eventually took off and headed south on the coast with wonderful views of the Alps and Mount Cook.

After a quick lunch stop, we all headed off (in one pack again) through the valley passes following rivers and hugging mountains. The views were astounding, and reminded us the real glory of flying low in light airplanes. We eventually left the mountains behind to flatter land until we reached the snowcaps around Te Anau.

With everyone all together again in Te Anau, we have the last rest day before we takeoff again Friday to end the race, decide the winner, and relive the great event at the finish dinner to come. Tomorrow in Te Anau, we have planned a visit to scenic Milford Sound, weather permitting of course… and with South Island, you never know!



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