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Post by planecrazy on Mar 21, 2024 14:59:19 GMT 12
I happened to be coming back from my lunch break just as NZ2308 was heading out for another flight, so here's another one for you.  It does look absolutely stunning in the sun in that silver scheme. Wow she's a peach, yes stunning is a great description, looking forward to seeing pic's of her at Wanaka, so grateful for those who share their pictures for those of us from further a field, thank you so much... |
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Post by planewriting on Mar 21, 2024 21:00:14 GMT 12
There was a good coverage by Michael Holland of Seven Sharp tonight of NZ2308's return to airworthy status. Good to see mention was made of Glyn PoWeLl as in ZK-PWL.
David Gill from CAA has offered another comment on paint scheme amendments on the aircraft registrar.
"When an Identifiable Paint Scheme is approved it means the aircraft does not have to display any registration marks. CAA does not verify the authenticity of the colour scheme, and are only concerned that it is unique and cannot be mistaken for another aircraft."
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Post by chasper on Mar 22, 2024 16:22:52 GMT 12
Here is that Seven Sharp piece, it is very well done by Michael Holland.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 23, 2024 12:00:19 GMT 12
Michael Holland seems to be their Warbird Correspondent - he always gets the plum assignments! Hopefully it's okay that I uploaded that video, I wasn't sure if it would be available after the fact, or for folk overseas. I won't lie: seeing the tribute to Glyn in the stencil data brought tears to my eyes.
It's fantastic to see so many photos and videos coming out of this gorgeous machine! The paint scheme has really grown on me and I can't wait to see it in person.
Is anyone else excited at the thought of not just seeing a Mossie at Omaka, but seeing Steve Hinton display a Mossie at Wanaka?
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Post by johnnyfalcon on Mar 23, 2024 12:19:19 GMT 12
There are some significant ex RNZAF tributes at this show. I'm so pleased that Wanaka gets to make up some lost opportunities with the addition of NZ2308. Add the debut of NZ2423 and NZ1044, and return of NZ5648 makes for a nostalgic spectacle.
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Post by planecrazy on Mar 23, 2024 13:07:08 GMT 12
There are some significant ex RNZAF tributes at this show. I'm so pleased that Wanaka gets to make up some lost opportunities with the addition of NZ2308. Add the debut of NZ2423 and NZ1044, and return of NZ5648 makes for a nostalgic spectacle. That right there would make a great formation flight? |
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Post by baz62 on Mar 24, 2024 12:35:40 GMT 12
So what Mosquitos would we have left now as likely restoration to fly candidates. de Havilland DH98 Mosquito B.IV DZ542 c/n unknown. (Auckland, Ardmore). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 NZ2328, c/n unknown. (Christchurch, Ferrymead). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 NZ2336, c/n unknown. (Omaka). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 NZ2355, c/n unknown. (Christchurch). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 NZ2382, c/n unknown. (Christchurch, Ferrymead). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 ZK-BCU, c/n unknown. (Christchurch, Wigram). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito T.43 NZ2305, c/n unknown. (Auckland, MOTAT). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito T.43 ZK-PWL2, c/n A52-1054. (Auckland, Ardmore). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 NZ2345, c/n unknown (Auckland, Ardmore). Details and any corrections on the above list would be appreciated. You would need new airframes for all of them and Ferrymead, MOTAT and Air Force Museum Wigram are static Museums so very unlikely to be restored to fly. So the only one would be the BIV and the one thats going to be done here for Peter Monk in the UK(whichever that one is?) |
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Post by delticman on Mar 24, 2024 12:56:02 GMT 12
Here is that Seven Sharp piece, it is very well done by Michael Holland. What is the next one that has been started? |
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Post by planecrazy on Mar 24, 2024 13:13:43 GMT 12
Here is that Seven Sharp piece, it is very well done by Michael Holland. What is the next one that has been started? The next one is going to the UK, this is the one they advertised will do a tour of New Zealand and Australia before she makes her way to the Biggin Hill (UK) with Peter Monk's operation. www.key.aero/article/de-havilland-mosquito-coming-biggin-hill |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2024 18:59:42 GMT 12
There's been no confirmation as to the ID of Peter Monk's machine but the fuselage of B.IV DZ542 was clearly seen in the Seven Sharp piece...but DZ542 is still listed for sale with Platinum Fighter Sales (link).So what Mosquitos would we have left now as likely restoration to fly candidates. de Havilland DH98 Mosquito B.IV DZ542 c/n unknown. (Auckland, Ardmore). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 NZ2328, c/n unknown. (Christchurch, Ferrymead). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 NZ2336, c/n unknown. (Omaka). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 NZ2355, c/n unknown. (Christchurch). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 NZ2382, c/n unknown. (Christchurch, Ferrymead). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 ZK-BCU, c/n unknown. (Christchurch, Wigram). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito T.43 NZ2305, c/n unknown. (Auckland, MOTAT). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito T.43 ZK-PWL2, c/n A52-1054. (Auckland, Ardmore). de Havilland DH98 Mosquito FB.V1 NZ2345, c/n unknown (Auckland, Ardmore). Details and any corrections on the above list would be appreciated. Unless Ferrymead (or the AFMNZ) were willing to part with one of theirs, I think DZ542 and TE881/NZ2345 are the only candidates for airworthy rebuild in NZ. I don't believe the MOTAT or Smith examples will ever fly. |
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Post by planecrazy on Mar 25, 2024 8:06:47 GMT 12
My apologies, just read the Keyaero piece as fact, which I shouldn't have.
“Peter Monk, Managing Director of flyaspitfire.com and the Spitfire Company (Biggin Hill) said:
Following previous announcements and patiently waiting for availability in a busy restoration
programme we’re delighted to confirm that we’ve now commissioned the team at AvSpecs to
commence the restoration of a Mosquito FB.VI. Upon completion the aircraft will join our fleet
of two-seat Spitfires and other World War Two aircraft that are available for flight experiences
here at Biggin Hill.”
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Post by harrysone on Mar 25, 2024 14:54:12 GMT 12
I was out at the Auckland Aeroclub Cafe on Friday, I just happened to see another departure, this time she was headed to Rukahia and back   Untitled by Harry Follas, on Flickr  Untitled by Harry Follas, on Flickr |
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Post by johnnyfalcon on Mar 25, 2024 15:48:58 GMT 12
Does anyone have any intelligence on the ETD for Wanaka?
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Post by harrysone on Mar 26, 2024 5:32:54 GMT 12
I was visiting Avspecs on Friday too, they are aiming for departing this Thursday. The weather forecast for Thursday doesn’t look flash for flying down country
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Post by johnnyfalcon on Mar 26, 2024 6:39:52 GMT 12
I was visiting Avspecs on Friday too, they are aiming for departing this Thursday. The weather forecast for Thursday doesn’t look flash for flying down country Nor any day before... |
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Post by harrysone on Mar 26, 2024 7:10:10 GMT 12
A few more pics, mostly at Avspecs last Friday  Untitled by Harry Follas, on Flickr  Untitled by Harry Follas, on Flickr  Untitled by Harry Follas, on Flickr  Untitled by Harry Follas, on Flickr  Untitled by Harry Follas, on Flickr  Untitled by Harry Follas, on Flickr  Untitled by Harry Follas, on Flickr Out of interest, does anyone know what is being constructed beyond '03?  Untitled by Harry Follas, on Flickr |
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Post by skyhawkdon on Mar 26, 2024 14:17:11 GMT 12
A Mossie factory ;+)
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Post by Deleted on Mar 26, 2024 17:23:46 GMT 12
Word is the Mossie is half an hour away from Wanaka!
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Post by JW on Mar 27, 2024 18:05:07 GMT 12
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Post by 30sqnatc on Mar 29, 2024 20:32:01 GMT 12
Is there any chance of a stop at Omaka on the way back to Ardmore for a twin Mossie photo opportunity?
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