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The band and a plane full of fans are heading from Auckland to the southern city today.
The dedicated flight, special number NZ660, will broadcast the world premiere of a new Julia Parnell film titled SIX60: Till the Lights Go Out.
Customers on the themed flight enjoyed a surprise performance by the band at the entrance lounge in Auckland, and they are the first people in the world to see the film alongside the band, who also travel on the service.
Air New Zealand’s director of sales and customers, Leanne Geraghty, says the airline is delighted to host the world premiere of the film in flight.
“We are very excited to operate this special flight today to premiere the film, celebrate the phenomenal success of SIX60, and recognize our customers for their support this year. The fact that tickets are sold out in just seven hours is a reflection of the popularity of the band and how proud we are of them as Kiwis.
“We specifically built the package around a one-way ticket to Dunedin as a way to support tourism in the city and the region. Our largest A321neo aircraft is operating service today, and we hope the full flight will help boost local business and tourism over the weekend. ”
SIX60’s Matiu Walters says: “We love new challenges and are always trying to push new boundaries at SIX60, so we are very excited to host the first world premiere on air.
“Being able to have the opportunity to fly alongside a plane full of fans back to Dunedin, where it all started for us, feels really special. This is the first time fans will be able to see SIX60: Till The Lights Go Out, so definitely feels like a firsts day! “
SIX60 will be greeted at Dunedin Airport with a special performance by the band Loose & Colorful, who won the opportunity to perform through a local radio competition.
Dunedin Airport GM Business Development Megan Crawford says the event has been a great promotion to be a part of both Dunedin Airport and the city.
“We appreciate this wonderful opportunity that Air New Zealand and Universal Music have given us, not only to promote our city, but also to engage our community. The collaboration between the teams at NZME, Enterprise Dunedin, Air New Zealand and Universal Music has allowed us to put together what we hope will be a wonderful experience for the passengers on this special flight. “
