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Post by n33d4sp33d_85 » Wed Jun 01, 2022 1:13 am

PRICE REDUCED! - One of the most remarkable warbirds flying today. The prototype North American XP-82 "Twin Mustang". The XP-82 is one of five surviving P-82 Twin Mustangs and is currently the only one flying and one of two in civilian ownership. The subject of a monumental restoration by famed restorer Tom Reilly, this aircraft has flown 25 hours since its restoration was completed. It was awarded 4 trophies at EAA Airventure 2019 including Grand Champion Warbird - Post WWII, Phoenix Award, and two Golden Wrenches. Now offered at $10,000,000.
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Post by n33d4sp33d_85 » Tue Jun 07, 2022 1:52 am

For Sale: Documented combat veteran: 1944 Chance Vought F4U-1D. BuNo. 82640 registered as VH-NQW. This Corsair is the only flying F4U-1D anywhere in the world. During WWII it served with VF-10 Grim Reapers aboard the carrier USS Intrepid between January and April 1945. The aircraft just completed a 12 year restoration and made its post restoration first flight on February 28, 2022. Located in Australia. Offered at US$3,995,000. For more information see: https://www.platinumfighters.com/.../19 ... vought.../
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Post by n33d4sp33d_85 » Wed Jun 08, 2022 3:24 pm

Recently, Iowa Air National Guard’s 185th Air Refueling Wing restored their long time North American F-100C Super Sabre inmate.

Just before the start of USAF's 75th years anniversary festivities, the HA coded Super Sabre, with serial number 54-2005, has been restored to tribute the Iowa ANG's fighter jet legacy. Wearing the Southeast Asia camouflage colour scheme, the 1950’s era Super Sabre made the leap into the supersonic jet age for the Iowa ANG.

What is today the Iowa Air Guard’s 185th Air Refueling Wing with the 174th Air Refueling Squadron, was back in the F-100 heydays the 174th Tactical Fighter Squadron, one of only four ANG fighter units who deployed with the F-100 for a yearlong deployment to Vietnam.

Air National Guard F-100 units achieved the status being among most effective Close Air Support (CAS) units in the Southeast Asia theatre. The Iowa ANG unit flew the F-100 for sixteen years between 1961 and 1977.

Being preserved at Sioux City-Gateway Airport (IA), Hun "005" has been affectively named "Shillelagh". This, being the Irish folklore legacy about a wooden walking stick and club or cudgel, typically made from a stout knotty blackthorn stick with a large knob at the top. Nowadays, the shillelagh is also regarded as a stereotypical symbol of Irishness.
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Post by n33d4sp33d_85 » Fri Jun 10, 2022 1:52 am

Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, a new owner from Poland is being trained to fly the Douglas A-26C Invader "Sweet Eloise II".
This beautiful Invader will soon be ferried to Europe and will be available for Airshows 🤩
💥 Her European debut display is just over a week away. She will perform at the Antidotum Airshow Leszno on 17-18 June so you still have time to plan your trip to Poland and see this amazing warbird live!
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Post by n33d4sp33d_85 » Mon Jun 13, 2022 2:52 pm

RECENT LISTING! BAC 167 STRIKEMASTER MK.84
N1WQ: Only 50 Hours Since Restoration! An outstanding Pressurized Dual Control Side by Side Jet Warbird! Complete manuals and records. Nice selection of spares included. Extra drop tanks and pylons. $189,000
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Post by n33d4sp33d_85 » Wed Jun 15, 2022 12:29 am

🚨AIRSHOW NEWS🚨
North Weald Heritage Aviation announced that they aim to return to flight the Hawker Hunter T.8C 'WV322' (G-BZSE).
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Post by n33d4sp33d_85 » Thu Jun 23, 2022 2:37 am

Just Listed. A highly sought after Full Dual Control Mustang. 1944 North American TF-51 Mustang "Tempus Fugit". S/n 44-63865 registered as N151TF.
1331.2 hrs TTSN and only 341 Hrs since complete restoration and conversion to TF-51 fun dual control standards per TEMCO drawings. Everything was either overhauled to zero time condition or new at restoration. This Mustang was delivered to England in early 1945 and was assigned to the 9th Air Force. It later served with the Swedish Air Force and Nicaraguan Air Force before returning to the USA. This is a fully restored original Mustang with continuing history. Priced correctly for the market at US$4.2 million.
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Post by n33d4sp33d_85 » Sun Jun 26, 2022 8:51 pm

The Navy Wings Wings Charity announced that they will cease work on their Sea Vixen FAW2 XP924 and instead begin the restoration to flight of their Sea Hawk FGA.6 WV908.
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Post by kalamazookid » Thu Jun 30, 2022 8:09 pm

KF Aerospace took delivery of deHavilland Mosquito VR796 this morning. Photos here:



Press release:
June 30, 2022—Kelowna—KF Aerospace is excited to welcome a wartime legend to the Okanagan Valley. The historic de Havilland 98 Mosquito (VR796), featuring a unique wooden airframe, was flown by pilot Mike Spalding to Kelowna on Thursday, June 30th.
Arriving from Vancouver International Airport, the Mosquito settled into its new home as part of the KF Centre for Excellence aviation museum and conference centre, opening in late August. It is one of 30 Mosquitos remaining worldwide, and one of two currently airworthy.

“We’re absolutely thrilled to give this incredibly legendary aircraft a home in the Okanagan Valley at the KF Centre for Excellence,” says Executive Director, Paula Quinn. “The fascinating story of this aircraft is something that will be shared and appreciated by visitors and community members of all ages.”

Introduced by the RAF in 1941, the Mosquito, affectionately known as ‘Mossie’ was used extensively as an Allied night-fighter against the German Luftwaffe and quickly became one of the fastest operational aircraft in the world, clocking speeds over 640km per hour.

The Mosquito’s original wooden frame is made from BC Sitka Spruce, carefully preserved thanks to a five-year restoration project completed by Victoria Air Maintenance. It was also one of many Mosquitos operated by Spartan Air Services in the 1950’s and 60’s to conduct high altitude aerial cartography missions all over Canada.

“It tells an absolutely amazing Canadian story,” says Quinn. “The aircraft flew around the country for years, mapping out the northernmost reaches of the landscape in a way that was never before possible.”

The Mosquito will be featured as part of an historic aircraft collection at the KF Centre for Excellence, which will include a Hawker Tempest MK2, the Odyssey DC-3 and a Convair CV580 among others.

About the KF Centre for Excellence
The KF Centre for Excellence is a legacy project of KF Aerospace Founder and Owner, Barry Lapointe. Shaped in the form of an aircraft, the state of the art 60,000 sq. ft. mass timber building includes two dedicated hangar wings featuring an historic aircraft collection while the building’s fuselage houses an interactive exhibition that tells the story of aviation in the Okanagan Valley. The building’s second floor features an airfield viewing gallery and conference facilities for businesses and events in the region. Welcoming visitors, residents, schools and businesses, the Centre will promote the advancement of aviation, in Kelowna and beyond.

To learn more visit www.kfcentre.ca
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Post by n33d4sp33d_85 » Fri Jul 08, 2022 2:10 am

NICE! North American T-28B N509WT: 260 Hours SMOH, King Avionics, Fresh Annual Inspection by Heritage Aero! $239,000
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