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Classic Wings Edition · Volume 24

Issue 113 ( #5 )

Classic Wings Issue #113
  • HISTORIC HUDSON / DANGEROUS SKIES
  • PILOT'S REPORT: Hanriot HD.1
  • SOPWITH'S PUP- The Survivors
  • MYSTERY AIRCRAFT- CAUDRON CR.714
  • AIR SHOW ACTION
  • As is often the case, much is happening at Omaka, both on the field and at the Aviation Heritage Centre (AHC). In this issue we show case the exciting changes within the AHC which have come together over the past few months, in particular the presentation of a combat veteran Lockheed Hudson in an impressive jungle diorama. Here we take a look at this aircraft’s outstanding history and remarkable survival. As an aside there is an overview of the other changes in the Dangerous Skies hangar. Our Mystery machine is the good looking, but under-performing Caudron CR.714. The lightweight fighter initially showed plenty of promise but ended up being under powered in comparison to contemporary fighters of the period. Despite this the Poles who flew it into combat made the best of a difficult situation, because they had no choice. Lots of eye-candy in this edition, lovely air to airs of the petit Hanriot HD.1 accompanies the very interesting report on how it handles, both on the ground and in the air. With the busy international air show scene having just completed there are reports on the main events - once again the photography shines throughout.:: More about this issue »

    Issue 112 ( #4 )

    Classic Wings Issue #112
  • AIRACOBRA! – Bell’s Unconventional Fighter
  • SOPWITH’S PUP
  • P-38 DOWNUNDER
  • MYSTERY AIRCRAFT- FIAT G.5
  • AIRSHOW - CLASSIC FIGHTERS 2019 – WOMEN IN AVIATION
  • In this issue we look at a couple of American fighters which followed dramatically different paths, the P-38 and P-39. Several examples of the former are under rebuild in Australia and we take a look at this initiative, whilst just the third airworthy example of the latter flew in NZ recently. Here we get a feel of what it is like to fly this unconventional machine through the experiences of test pilot Frank Parker. A fighter from an earlier war is spotlighted, the lovely Sopwith Pup was well liked by all who flew it and it excelled in the early years over the trenches and at sea. The type has also been very popular in modern times with numerous machines of varying quality being built and flown. Few reach the standard of The Vintage Aviator and it is their magnificent examples which feature throughout the article. Our Mystery aircraft is the sleek and somewhat obscure pre war Fiat G.5 and we round out the edition with an overview of Classic Fighters air show which saluted the remarkable exploits of some of the greatest aviatrix of the past.:: More about this issue »

    Issue 111 ( #3 )

    Classic Wings Issue #111
  • LEWIS LEGEND
  • THE BATTLE OF BALALAE
  • MYSTERY MUSEUM - THE MUSEUM OF THE AIR FORCE OF THE NORTHERN FLEET
  • HARRY TATE - THE ROYAL AIRCRAFT FACTORY R.E.8
  • MYSTERY AIRCRAFT - KZ-II TRAINER
  • In a packed pre air show edition we have some superb articles for your enjoyment. The Lewis Air Collection's magnificent Mossie flew in January and is finished in a spectacular scheme. We discuss the fascinating history of this aircraft from its time in NZ, through to its clandestine operations over Sth America. Thereafter it went through some tough times and was fortunate to survive. Viewing Gavin Conroy's magnificent air to airs, we are all thankful it did! Other WWII derelicts have not been so fortunate, slowly returning to nature and facing a constant threat from the scrap metal merchants. This is to change for several very rare examples of Imperial Japan's stalwarts which have been rescued from more than seven decades of neglect and moved to within sight of salvation. They are however not totally 'out of the woods' yet, with a final (man-made) obstacle to be overcome. One of the much maligned, but ironically much employed aircraft from the Great War is featured. The Royal Aircraft Factory R.E.8 was designed to provide a stable platform for reconnaissance, that it did. However it was soon to be feared more by its own crew than the enemy. However despite some horrendous early losses through accidents and enemy fighters it did go on to earn a degree of respect. Finally, an elegant interwar trainer is the Mystery Aeroplane, and it certainly proved to be one for most readers!:: More about this issue »

    Issue 110 ( #2 )

    Classic Wings Issue #110
  • HORTEN’S BAT WINGED SHIP
  • MURMANSK MESSERSCHMITT
  • OUR LAST MYSTERY AIRCRAFT WAS A...VOUGHT (O SERIES) CORSAIR.
  • BATTLING BETTY-The MITSUBISHI G4M HAMAKI
  • KILLER KITTYHAWK
  • AIRSHOWS
  • In this issue we continue our coverage of wreck recovery, detailing the discovery, known history and condition of a combat veteran Bf109 raised from a Russian lake – they are still out there! Another far more advanced Luftwaffe aircraft is looked at as we focus on the sole surviving Horten Ho 229 fighter/bomber which was being developed at wars’ end. The stealth qualities of this futuristic jet powered flying wing have been much debated and we detail the investigation into this claim by the Smithsonian’s conservation team, this just part of the balancing act to conserve and display the deteriorated and fragile airframe. Another fighter which features is the Editors own P-40 project which he has now decided deserves a new home. In this article the aircraft’s history and current status is discussed. An earlier type is our Mystery Aircraft; the Vought Corsair biplane had a long and distinguished career, not only with the US Navy/Marines, but in a number of foreign air arms where the type saw considerable action in the role of scout, fighter and light bomber. Bombing was the main role of the Japanese G4M Betty and in our article the type’s development and combat history is detailed, as are the few secured surviving, but incomplete airframes. This will hopefully change for the better- and all going well we will bring you more on this exciting possibility in the next issue.:: More about this issue »

    Issue 109 ( #1 )

    Classic Wings Issue #109
  • RELICS FROM THE NORTH
  • Our Last Mystery Aircraft was a...FAIREY III
  • SIEBEL Si 204 SERIES SURVIVORS
  • THE LAST BULLDOG!
  • COLLINGS P-38
  • Airshows
  • This issue is packed with goodies, particularly for those which like a bit of a treasure hunt! Some absolute gems have recently been recovered from the cold waters of the Far North, some we can identify now but one will have to wait until next time. Our other features focus on rare types as well. Following on from our articles in the previous issue, we look at the few remaining survivors from the Siebel 204 stable, most of these situated in Eastern Europe. Only two of the 1930s state of the art fighters, the Bristol Bulldog, remain however a gentleman in the US has decided a representative of the type needs to be in the air and tells of the journey to achieve this. Fraught with obstacles he is nevertheless embracing that Bulldog spirit and is determined to succeed. As you will witness through the article, there is no doubt he will! Our mystery machine is the versatile Fairey III, an aircraft which was could be used in either land or sea plane configuration with little fuss. Used in a variety of roles and by several nations it served with distinction and was particularly noted for some impressive long distance flights. Sadly only one example survives, but fortunately it is a famous one which stands in tribute to the fortitude of the aviators of the time who were not afraid to meet a challenge head on. The remarkable Collings Foundation has added a rare bird to their flying stable, a P-38 which has spent much of its recent life on museum display, but is now out and about educating the younger generations. There is of course our usual selection of eye candy, with spectacular images of some of the most iconic aircraft gracing air show skies.:: More about this issue »


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