LATEST CLASSIC WINGS

[DaveM2]

All, latest issue at the printers, finally. Been a few distractions, more on this shortly....







Major features are:

AVRO 504

The Avro 504 is the aircraft which can lay claim to be the machine that laid the foundation for decades of safe flying instruction, not only in the UK, but in numerous countries around the globe. In one form or another the Avro 504 gave service somewhere in the world until the outbreak of WWII. In this first part of two, we take a comprehensive look at the development and operating history of this remarkable little machine. This includes its short but spectacular combat window and its long association with flying schools and commercial enterprises post war. Complimenting the numerous period photos are Gavin Conroy’s superb air to airs of TVAL’s lovely example.

TRICOLORE TANTE-JU

A German fuselage, Spanish wings and the French “Tricolore” flag makes the Junkers Ju 52 of the Amicale Jean Baptiste Salis (AJBS) a truly European aircraft. Contrary to other more modern equipped machines of the same type, in which passenger flights are also being offered, this Junkers is much more basic. It features a simple interior and the folding seats in the cabin convey the ambiance of the original troop transport aircraft of the 1940's. Author Dr. Andreas Zeitler chats with the pilots of this old lady who give a fascinating insight into operating the iconic machine. We also look at the type’s remarkably long history in Spain, from the Civil War through to the late 1970, including how a number of airframes were supplied by Germany to kick-start license production from 1943.

Our Last Mystery Aircraft was a...EKW C-35

In 1934 Swiss Army Air Corps requested a multi-purpose aircraft with a maximum speed of at least 320 km/h to replace its Fokker C.V-Es, 48 which had been built under licence and had served from 1933. With rising tensions across Europe, the Swiss could not secure modern types from foreign powers and consequently had to invest in an indigenous design. Staying with the more conservative option, it was decided another biplane would fit the bill and the C-35 was built and used to patrol Swiss borders almost to the end of WWII. Here we look at aircraft's development and operational history and touch on the only complete survivor.

ON THE COMET’S TRAIL

The Comet Racer was never intended to be a particularly enduring design, but then things don't always turn out as planned! As a long-range traveller, the Comet was not quite like anything that had been seen before, especially when compared with the comparatively large airliners that were beginning to be developed by the mid-1930s. This was that magical time that we like to refer to as aviation's 'Golden Age’. A time when traditional biplanes abruptly encountered the art-deco ‘swoosh' being applied to flying machines as drag-beating streamlining. This article looks at the type’s history, its glory days, the surviving original machines and those tributes which have been built or are in the process.

BEIJING BEAUTIES

One of the oldest and most established of China's great museums highlights important military events, figures, science, technology and weapons development dating back 5,000 years. The museum has recently gone through a huge redevelopment which has seen a number of important aircraft refurbished and repositioned into a new and spacious hall. In this article we take a look at the new exhibit and focus on its few but important 1940s era machines.

Plus the usual News, Slipstream and airshow pages

[DaveM2]

OK, one of the reasons we are continually playing 'catch up' with the magazine is because of the vibrant historic aviation community here at Omaka. We are heavily involved in Classic Fighters airshow and also get called upon when changes are happening at the Heritage Centre. This is known around here as "the greater good"

Not only that there are numerous aircraft being restored in our hangar (Bristol Fighter replica, Fairchild) and quite a number in the other hangars (2 x Yak fighters, Fairchild 24, Stinson, WACO, another Bristol Fighter, P-40, Harvard, SE.5a, Comper Swift replica etc. which were are often called upon to help with.

Then there is unloading the latest arrivals, Yak 3UPW 'Steadfast' before Xmas and yesterday this little gem...can you tell me what it is?

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[Buz]

mmmm based on the bomb log but without wanting to give it away to much - I'd say Hello GL#3.

Buz

[DaveM2]

mmmm based on the bomb log but without wanting to give it away to much - I'd say Hello GL#3.

Buz

And Buz goes to the top of the class..

[DamonE]

John Smiths ex RNZAF P-40N . Stunning to see it outside.

[Zac Yates]

Unfortunately I think my sub has lapsed and due to financial issues I'm unsure when I can re-subscribe

Then there is unloading the latest arrivals, Yak 3UPW 'Steadfast' before Xmas and yesterday this little gem...can you tell me what it is?

I'm speechless and almost shaking with excitement! I'm so, so excited to learn more about what's happening!

[Sopwith]

Look forward to it’s arrival, always worth the wait. Has it left the printers and been posted yet ?

[DaveM2]

Sorry, yet more distractions, this just backed into the shed yesterday.....





Damon, correct

Sopwith, within the next few days so I am told....

[Sopwith]

Is that distraction another Anson Dave? , also thanks for the update.

[Brenden S]

2nd Anson to be rebuilt to Airworthy?

[ErrolC]

Additional photo at Anson MH120 FB page
https://www.facebook.com/10202323135181 ... =3&theater

[Sopwith]

Fantastic news, thanks for the link Errol

[Dazza]

Looks like Gloria made a wee road trip today too Dave?

[DaveM2]

Looks like Gloria made a wee road trip today too Dave?

Nope, sitting in the hangar with partial disassembly started. Hoping the wings will arrive in a week or two (fortunately these were unbolted, not hacked off).

[Zac Yates]

John Saunders, one of the team involved, has shared some photos and detail over at Wings Over New Zealand. Very, very exciting times for Kiwi warbird fans!