The Kiwis – Born to Fly story heads to Road Atlanta in the U.S. in two weeks to complete the shooting phase of the third instalment of the series.
A line-up of great Kiwis features in this, the last shoot of the episode. The episode will feature drivers, team managers, engineers, and behind-the-scenes key players from the IMSA Petit Le Mans 10-hour event across all classes at Road Atlanta, wrapping up the shooting schedule.
In addition to this, the first “teaser” trailer highlighting a sample of the completed elements thus far will drop this week on YouTube, giving a small taste of what’s coming in Kiwis – Born to Fly 3.
It’s by far just the first tease of what is the most ambitious episode to date.
“As always, none of this would be possible without the amazing partners we have on this project. I can’t thank them enough for the support that has enabled the Kiwis – Born to Fly story to continue,” said Producer David Turner.
Both the previous instalments have created a lot of interest recently, with several mentions on New Zealand’s leading breakfast radio show Breakfast with Mike Hosking. This installs the foundations of the concept that it has become noticeable at this level and the resulting profile from it.
Combine this with KBTF-2, which has nearly a five-month period on national airline screening for thousands. Thus, once again highlighting the sport, its many talents and the business side here in New Zealand to so many, not only domestically but globally as well.
“This next phase is perhaps one of the trickiest for the planning”, spoke co-producer Lyn Paton,
“There are so many moving parts in just getting to Road Atlanta that have moved several times in the planning, but that’s the challenge in creating this and highlighting even more Kiwis.
“It’s not one of the easier places to get to from New Zealand, but the number of New Zealanders that will be there simply again backs the morals and intention of the series, along with the passion for the sport and our desire to showcase this”.
Screening is set for early 2026 on Sky Sport NZ. Perspective Group would like to thank Sky NZ and Sport Nation radio for their ongoing support, as well as local Motorsport websites for their coverage and acknowledgement.
Presenting partners Mansons, Tasman Motorsports Group, Hampton Downs Academy, Creme Insurance, Giltrap Group, AutoPark, Racetech and Harcourt’s. The support of these fine partners enables Kiwis – Born to Fly to happen, and we acknowledge their valuable contribution, along with the recently added official clothing supplier, FASTMASTER Global.
Header Image: Lyn Paton
