Ashburton Militaria and Aviation Extravaganza

[Dave Homewood]

Militaria and Aviation Extravaganza

Labour weekend 2022 the Ashburton Aviation Museum is hosting this event at the Ashburton airport.

Lots of military equipment and military small items displays.

The museum will be emptying the hangars and setting up an outside display while the Military Action Group will build their displays in side.

Gates open 8:30am on Saturday 22nd oct and close at 4:30 pm. The same times also apply for Sunday 23rd Oct.

Food and drinks available on site.

This is a fundraiser for our building project

For more info and to book tickets have a look at www.aviationmuseum.co.nz/cms/militaria-and-aviation-extravaganza

or contact Owen Moore on 0274 344 797

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[baz62]

Johnnyfalcon, myself and Teresa are heading to this this morning. Teresa is armed with her camera so hope to post some photos later.

[johnnyfalcon]

Yep. Had a relaxing day enjoying the beautiful sunshine, distant scenery, and the presence of historic and classic airframes.

The Lincoln Sports ZK-BMV completely enamoured me, what a gem!
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One of the Crown Jewels ZK-AMY

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Of course the museum's collection of no less than 8 jets, mostly early representatives are highlights

Harrier GR-3
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It's pilot lacked enthusiasm though...
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MiG 17
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Aermacchi, Skyhawk, Vampires x 2, Meteor, Strikemaster

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A wide range of GA types such as Piper Tri-Pacer, Beechcraft Skipper, Piper Cherokee, Zlin, Chrislea Ace, Percival Proctor etc
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Percival Provost and Stuka er... Zlin
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Significant resident types that are not housed in the museum include Brian Hall's T-28 Trojan; here seen from the vantage point of the recently completed WWII control tower

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Other visiting and resident classics
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...and an airframe that features in my logbook, but I never left it looking like this...
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The Museum is a great collection of varied types and historical memorabilia, which I always enjoy visiting. The airfield likewise is a national treasure in my opinion. Rich history, beautiful grass vectors - pointing in all directions, and a healthy population of private aircraft. Long may it remain unmolested nor threatened by "progress".

[Dave Homewood]

Nice photos John.

[Antonio]

Wow! Wow! And Wow!

[Dave Homewood]

Is that tank a Walker Bulldog? Any idea where it is based?

[johnnyfalcon]

Oct 23, 2022 6:54:16 GMT 12 Dave Homewood said:

Is that tank a Walker Bulldog? Any idea where it is based?

I believe that's what the sign said... 1959 NZ Army example. It was transported on a truck dedicated to it. From out of town is all I know.

[30sqnatc]

Definitely NZ M41

[baz62]

Yes great photos Johnnie. Teresa and I were pleasently surprised to see our wedding car, a 1942 For V8 and just found this piece about it: "A 1942 Ford V8 that once carried the Queen was among the military vehicles gracing West Street yesterday morning.
The well-groomed car came to New Zealand in 1960, owner Cliff Begg said."

17 years ago we were in this at Wigram. Now we live in Wigram!
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[shorty]

Johnny, would like to see a shot of the Chrislea if you took one, curious about it's current colour scheme

[johnnyfalcon]

Oct 23, 2022 20:31:57 GMT 12 shorty said:

Johnny, would like to see a shot of the Chrislea if you took one, curious about it's current colour scheme

I tried, but I couldn't get a good angle... There is only the nose showing in the shot of the Lincoln Sports. All over white with red stripes. Quite tidy.

[exkiwiforces]

Oct 23, 2022 6:54:16 GMT 12 Dave Homewood said:

Is that tank a Walker Bulldog? Any idea where it is based?

Yeah old mate with the M41 Walker Bulldog, comes from up Mayfield/ Mt Somers way. He drives the M41 to the local Mayfield Show every yr& my brother lives in Mayfield so knows hm quite well btw.

I believe he may also have an Mk5 or 6 Aussie Centurion with all the whistles & bells that was up for sale in CHCH a few yrs back? There is also a couple of ex M113’s floating about in Canterbury as well, which the Canterbury Branch of the RNZAC Assn which I’m a part of has a wee play about every 2yrs.

I think the last big bash was per Covid19 & before that dickhead went nuts at in CHCH as they blank firing as well. Also Rt Hon Ron Mark turned up, he was ex LAD 1 NZ Scots SQN New Zealand Scottish Regt back in the day & his driving/ Crew Commanding skills were still to a reasonable standard which impressed a few of the old hands from QA, 1 Scots & Wai/Wec personal.

Given my personal & health circumstances atm, it’s highly likely I’m returning to NZ within the next 24yrs. So I’ve always said, I’ll buy either a Bren Gun Carrier in NZ Div CAV Markings & or V8 Landrover to convert to a ex NZ Scots/ 2 Scots Recon Wagon.

[Dave Homewood]

I thought all the M113’s were cut up.

[baz62]

Oct 23, 2022 20:31:57 GMT 12 shorty said:

Johnny, would like to see a shot of the Chrislea if you took one, curious about it's current colour scheme

You can see it's nose just peeking in to view in Johnnies first two photos. Not sure if he took a complete photo. Teresa took this one but ruined it by having me in it!
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[baz62]

Found out Don Simms moonlights from his Transpower job............
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Oh and Johnny telling me how he flew Migs back in the day...........
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[planecrazy]

Mini hi-jack some old footage of mine when "AMS" came through
on a trip across the ditch, please excuse the dodgy commentary!

Look out for the cross wind when she gets airborne!

[shorty]

Thanks for that pic Baz, I now know the shade of red for my indoor flying model. Don't really need your colour details(but I'll file them away in case they are needed as evidence)

[nuuumannn]

Oct 23, 2022 20:31:57 GMT 12 shorty said:

Johnny, would like to see a shot of the Chrislea if you took one, curious about it's current colour scheme

The Super Ace taken this weekend.

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