Yesterday we were proud to deliver a complete rear wing to Andrew Higgins to fit to the Lola T400 he will be driving in this years New Zealand F5000 Tasman cup revival series. The old wing was damaged beyond repair so using the old wing and period photos Pioneer Aero built an original spec delta rear wing. We wish Andrew well in this years series and will...
Read MoreJuly Update
Assembly on Strikemaster 72 has stalled momentarily while we await the arrival of parts and also carry out the annual on Strikemaster 70. As well as the annual 70 has had the wings removed and all of the NDT inspections carried out, I am pleased to say no defects were found. Staying with the Strikemaster theme I have just spoken to Brian Hall from...
Read MorePays Spitfire Mk IX MH603
We are very pleased to be associated with the rebuild of this iconic aircraft, located at Pays Air Service base in Scone New South Wales, Australia. Pioneer Aero is currently restoring and in some cases remanufacturing components for the rebuild. For more information on this aircraft visit http://paysspitfire.blogspot.com.au/
Read MoreTempest Syndicate.
Before the accident that claimed the lives of Eric and Kathy Hertz it was their dream to restore to flying Tempest MW376. One of the prime motivators for this dream was the opportunity to honour the New Zealanders who flew with 486 Squadron in the Typhoon and Tempest aircraft. Pioneer Aero is now working with some New Zealand based individuals who are keen...
Read MoreTest Flight
The news has come through that Dave Brown has successfully flown Brian Halls Christchurch based aircraft. The prospect of a three ship formation beacons in the not too distant future. Work in the shop continues on a wide array of items for P40, T51, Bearhawk, Spitfire and Mosquito as well as the assembly of Strikemaster 72
Read MoreCongratulations.
Congratulations to Brian and Kevin in Christchurch. Brian’s ex Saudi Strikemaster yesterday received the tick in the box from NZCAA to allow it to start its test flight program. Test flying will be done by Dave Brown and once he is finished in Christchurch we should have 72 ready for him up here. There is an outside chance that 72 may make a static...
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