Posted by admin on Jan 29, 2015 in Blog | 0 comments

It has taken some time but thanks to a lot of work and some fantastic support from all of those keen to see this happen Strikemaster 62 is now ready to test fly. So hopefully in the next day or so depending on pilot availability the airspace around Ardmore will echo with the sound of another Bluntie.  

Posted by admin on Dec 21, 2014 in Blog | 0 comments

Attached are a couple of air to air shots taken on Friday from Strikemaster 70 over the Firth of Thames. I have added more to our website under Strikemaster 70.

Posted by admin on Dec 4, 2014 in Blog | 2 comments

Thought this might bring back a few memories for some, a shot of the last 30 years of RNZAF jets which unfortunately may be the last of the RNZAF jets. Nice shot none the less taken in New Zealand Warbirds hangar at Ardmore.  

Posted by admin on Nov 26, 2014 in Blog | 0 comments

One of the difficulties keeping the Warbird aircraft flying is finding components that can be overhauled. The P40 brakes are an area were the pool of restorable items has started to dry up, especially the brake drums which have a tendency to crack or go out of round. To fix this problem we have comissioned a run of new cast steel drake drums, pictured is...

Posted by admin on Nov 18, 2014 in Blog | 0 comments

After picking possibly the worst day for a month and battling the elements and one stubborn bolt the T28 is on it’s wheels and starting to show its size. Pictured in front of the aircraft is Brian Hall the proud owner.

Posted by admin on Nov 3, 2014 in Blog | 0 comments

Hi if anyone is interested view the following. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=802624776&ed=true Go to view seller other listings for the Mig 25 one.