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24.01.2022 This Mk.VII D US Navy Life Raft is being treated to restore flexibility to it's rubber structure. Manufactured in November 1944 by The Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. The raft is sealed in an air-tight bag filled with a vapour solution. Led by Mike Thompson, there has been over 40 trials to develop the process for use on the historically significant item. The only specific references to a Mk.VII Life Raft describe a damaged one recovered on 21 April 1950 by the Swedish Ship, Hitt...ade, at 56-10N 10-05 E. A second Mk.VII Life Raft was picked by British Merchant ship McChland on 14 April 1950 at 56-20N 20-06E. There was no indication if either had aircrew on board. There is however some clear evidence that a 7 Seater Life Raft (not known if it is the Mk.VII but highly probable) built by Firestone Tyre & Rubber Co. was used in the B26 B Marauder. It is also known that at least 1 squadron of B26B Marauders was sent to Australia. See more

22.01.2022 A recent bit of work on our Sea Venom WZ.907 saw the removal of a non original VHF radio and the installation of the correct set in its place. The replacement set had some restoration work and some serious cleaning done before installation. The sticker on the side made interesting reading. 907 now has the correct radio fit she had in service.

20.01.2022 I'm looking for some parts to continue the restorations on two of our aircraft. The first is an ARN-6 control unit (and base) needed to complete the cockpit of our Meteor. The second is a Type 154 junction box, its the radio relay panel for the Sea Venom. Cheers

16.01.2022 A while ago we bought our Anson down from the stands it had perched upon for many years. This is what the cockpit looked like when we first ventured inside.

15.01.2022 In celebration of International Women's Day we are honouring this woman Amy Johnston. Amy Johnson CBE (1 July 1903 5 January 1941) was a English aviator and the first female pilot to fly alone from Britain to Australia. In 1940, during the Second World War, Johnson joined the Air Transport Auxiliary (ATA) and transported Royal Air Force aircraft around the UK, a vital role. During this time she rose to First Officer. On the 5th of Janaury 1941 during adverse weather she went off course and bailed as her aircraft dove into the Thames Estuary near Herne Bay. The exact circumstances into the reason for the crash and her cause of death is still disputed. These artifacts have been donated over the years and provides vital avaition history.

13.01.2022 The CMA crew during a recent visit to the Australian War Memorials Treloar centre

11.01.2022 A group of former students from the Sydney technical college were recently reunited with their old training aid.

08.01.2022 $500m Australian War Memeorial expansion has been unveiled. How exciting for our friends over at the AWM! "This project is about ensuring the stories of an entire new generation of service are told and remembered alongside those that inspired their own sacrifice and to do the same for future generations." https://architectureau.com//500m-australia-war-memorial-/

05.01.2022 The museums Fairey Gannet in her service days on finals to the aircraft carrier HMAS Melbourne. One would hope this was a "bump and jump" as the deck hook is still firmly retracted.

02.01.2022 The museums Gloster Meteor in formation with another Meteor and two South African Air Force F-86 Sabre aircraft during operations in the Korean conflict.

02.01.2022 Today marks the 100th year of Remberance Day. In the 11th month, on the 11th day at the 11th hour our volunteers stood for a mintue's silence to remember those who have fought. Looking at the collection here we have a 1/4 scale model, a diaorama and an engine of a Sopwith Pup. The Sopwith Pup took it's first flight in 1916 two years before the end of World War One (and the commencement of Remberance Day). It was a favourite among pilots such as Ace James McCudden who remarked... that "When it came to manoeuvring, the Sopwith Pup would turn twice to an Albatros' once... it was a remarkably fine machine for general all-round flying. It was so extremely light and well surfaced that after a little practice one could almost land it on a tennis court". As it turns out the model is a little dusty and requires a few minor repairs which will be one of our next project's. See more

01.01.2022 The Buffalo has been moved out of its normal hiding place to aerate the lawn and get her into position to lift the engine out for a carburetor change out. In service the engine would be swapped out if it had any major issues, unfortunately it makes life difficult when all you want to do is swap the dodgy carby out for one that'll let the big green sod idle.

01.01.2022 It appears that Miranda was quite fond of a happy snap in her day. Here she onboard HMAS Melbourne during a ship open day.