Since we shifted in to the Hangar in December we have been continuing to develop and improve the facilities. This work has involved the general clean up, painting of floors and areas of the roof (this is still ongoing) additional clear-lite panels, a new front entrance door and additional lighting. We still have a long way to go but to this point are happy...
Read MoreEric Hertz accident report.
At 1500 hrs today the NZCAA published their report into Eric’s accident, link below. https://www.caa.govt.nz/Accidents_and_Incidents/Accident_Reports/N254F_fatal.pdf
Read More“Kittyhawk” rear fuselage.
Happy owner.
A gloomy day at Ardmore couldn’t dampen the smile on David Lanes face as he taxied around the airfield and then for the first time got to see his aircraft fly. A few final touches, mainly cosmetic and then it is decision time, how long does it stay in New Zealand? and how much flying do I do in it here? and how do I get it to Australia?...
Read MoreB5N2 Kate.
Well the word seems to be out now well and truly, Pacific Aviation Museum in Hawaii have unveiled the remains of the “Kate” that was surrendered to the RNZAF at Jacquinot Bay at the end of WWII. It is fitting that this aircraft should find a home at the Museum at Pearl Harbour, Pioneer Aero are proud to have had a hand in this acquisition and...
Read MoreNew Year / New hangar update.
The dust is finally starting to settle from the hangar shift and work continues around the sorting out hangar improvements. The roof is being painted in sections to improve the look and the amount of light, new clear light panels are being added across the top of the hangar doors and additional lighting is being hung over the main work area at the rear of...
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