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Temora Aviation Museum

Locality: Temora, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6977 1088

Address: 1 Tom Moon Avenue 2666 Temora, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.aviationmuseum.com.au

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25.01.2022 Do you miss seeing legendary warbirds in the sky as much as we do? Get your fix by visiting our online store to purchase some great warbird merchandise https://aviationmuseumshop.com.au/, and proudly wear your favourite aircraft. Tag a friend who would love one of these.

25.01.2022 Another busy week ahead in Engineering! The annual inspection continues. This is taking longer than usual as the team is replacing ALL airframe flexible hoses and couplings, and access to some areas is particularly tight! A new large fuel line has been ordered. Once it arrives it will be replaced, and the fuel tanks refitted to the aircraft The annual inspection is well underway. An exhaust coupling is cracked, so we are in the process of getting quotes... for the 321 series Stainless Steel required to manufacture a replacement (this is very hard to come by). Once we've partially manufactured the part, it will be sent to a licensed Aerospace Welder to work his magic! We have received a Service Bulletin stating that the undercarriage pintle attach studs need to be replaced on both . These parts are currently being manufactured in Great Britain. The Avionics Specialist will be able to cross the border next week, so he will be headed straight to the Museum to work on the , and the Vibration Analyst has been booked for the first week in December

24.01.2022 We hope you enjoyed following the Aircraft Showcase online? It was a busy but wonderful weekend. We were so excited to be able to welcome guests, and display the RAAF's Temora Historic Flight aircraft for the first time in nearly 12 months! The engineering team will be doing a comprehensive clean up after the two day event- not a fun job, but a necessary one! ... For a little more excitement, they will be continuing with the Annual Inspection. How good does she look??

17.01.2022 Jim 'Paddy' Nolan was a pilot who trained at Temora. After gaining his wings in Canada on Harvards he was posted back to Australia where he converted onto Wirraways and Boomerangs. His operational posting was to 5 Squadron in New Guinea in an Army Co-operation role based at Torokina. ... He flew the Museum’s Wirraway on an operation in extremely bad weather to drop a Storpedo with supplies for our troops. Today Jim shares the story of this trip and a near miss which occurred. : Keith Webb

17.01.2022 We are very thankful to the RAAF SCOs (Special Capability Officers) who not only fly the RAAF Historic Collection Aircraft, but also bring their own aircraft to display as well! This image is of David Salter in his Harvard, displaying at our 17 - 18 October 2020 Showcase. David also flew his Gipsy Moth, and the RAAF's Tiger Moth.... Have you seen David fly? If you have captured any of these amazing aircraft in the sky, tag your social media images #temoraaviationbest : Sasha C

17.01.2022 Many would say that R.J. Mitchell was the biggest single contributor to winning the Battle of Britain. We'd love to hear what you think. In 1916, before the age of 22, R.J. Mitchell went to work at Supermarine Aviation Works in Southampton, where he remained for the rest of his life, serving as the company’s director for his last 10 years. He designed seaplanes (used largely for racing) between 1922 and 1931 and by 1936 had designed and developed the Spitfire, (more than tw...o dozen versions of which were eventually created before and after his death), which was known for its aerodynamic sleekness and manoeuvrability. Mitchell was battling cancer. Despite this, he continued to work, not only on the Spitfire, but also on a four-engine bomber, the Type 317. He also took flying lessons and got his pilot's licence in July 1934. In 1937, Mitchell gave up work, although he was often seen watching the Spitfire being tested. Mitchell went to the American Foundation in Vienna for a month, but died on 11 June 1937 at the age of 42. He was a passionate and devoted man to his work on Spitfires. : R.J. Mitchell

17.01.2022 What a great capture! RAAF's Historic Collection Hudson Bomber starting up in true style at our last Showcase of 2019 . To share your images with our fans, don't forget to tag them #temoraaviationbest - we love watching your memories. ... : Andrew Cunningham

16.01.2022 This week in engineering: The annual inspection continues, with the removal of the belly fuel tank, draining of the aircraft fuel tanks, then craning them out of the aircraft so that the team can replace the flexible fuel line couplings. The is being reassembled after the rectification of a pneumatic leak in the pressure regulator and release value. ... Minor repairs are being carried out on the . Pre-flight checks on the , which is heading to Williamtown (weather dependant) on 2 November to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the disappearance of the Canberra Bomber "Magpie 91" on 3 November. Keep an eye out in November to see what's involved in a pre-flight check!

14.01.2022 This week in engineering The annual inspection continues- with three engineers currently working through this process. The annual inspection begins.... Yesterday a pre-flight check was carried out on the Hudson for its scheduled fly past over the Shrine of Remembrance today, to commemorate Remembrance Day. Unfortunately, due to severe turbulence en route and over the Shrine, we were unable to participate as planned, so we've included the video of last weeks Hudson start-up, before it headed to Williamtown. Here's what you'll hear 1 The whirring sound of pre-oil pumps, pumping the oil pressure to 30-40 psi prior to engine start. This ensures the engine is properly lubricated and is a modification to preserve the engine. The process can take 1-2 minutes 2 Motoring over the engines, one at a time, to check for hydraulic lock, which is an oil build up in one or more of the cylinders, which we definitely don't want!! 3 Engine start up- music to our

13.01.2022 Mike joined the RAAF in 1955. He trained at Uranquinty on the last course on Tiger Moths and Wirraways. He finished his training at Point Cook and was posted to 24 Squadron at Mallala flying Mustangs. Mike was sent to learn to fly Vampires and convert to Sabres at 2 Operational Conversion Unit, Williamtown.... Posted to 3 Squadron he served in Butterworth, which was the first RAAF overseas deployment since the Korean war. Mike also flew the Sabre operated by the Temora Aviation Museum in service during his time in Butterworth. : Keith Webb

12.01.2022 Ron enlisted in 1942 and gained his wings at Wagga. Ron was sent to England where he flew Hurricanes. He then moved on to North Africa flying Spitfires with 152 Squadron RAF and during the campaign through southern Europe. Ron was finally posted to Burma. ... Today Ron talks about almost bailing out of his Spitfire three times when the engine cut. : Keith Webb

11.01.2022 Engine start check before an exciting weekend of Aircraft Showcase here, at the Museum over 17 & 18 October weekend. Today's event is replacing the postponed Warbirds Downunder Airshow and will showcase all serviceable Museum aircraft, including the Tiger Moth, Wirraway, Cessna 02-A, Spitfire Mk VIII, Ryan STM-S2 and Lockheed Hudson, PLUS visiting aircraft including Birddog, Harvard, Gipsy Moth, Winjeel and BT-13 . If you are joining us over the weekend and sharing your videos and images on social media tag them #TemoraAviationBest - we would love to watch your experience with us.

10.01.2022 2-Day Pass for the Saturday 17 October 2020 Showcase have now sold out. BUT... don't worry, tickets for are still available . Secure your ticket online now https://bit.ly/17-18Oct2020AircraftShowcase . ... The aircraft showcase on 17 and 18 October 2020 will feature all serviceable aircraft from the RAAF Historic collection at Temora, which includes the Spitfire Mk VIII, Cessna O-2A, Lockheed Hudson, Wirraway, Tiger Moth and Ryan STM S2, visiting aircraft including a Harvard, Gipsy Moth, Winjeel, Birddog and BT-13. We look forward to welcoming you! . *

10.01.2022 John was a Spitfire pilot who trained at Narromine and Uranquinty. He was posted to England and after further training was sent to Malta to join 243 Squadron. Whilst there he shot down at least two German aircraft. One of three Australians on the squadron he was the only one to survive the war. His story is a poignant one about the effect the war had on him personally after he returned home.... : Keith Webb

08.01.2022 Colin joined the RAAF post WWII. He was one of the last to train on Tiger Moths and Wirraways at Uranquinty. His first operational posting was to 25 Squadron at Pearce where he flew one of the last Mustangs before they were sent to Tocumwal for scrapping. He converted to Meteors with 25 Squadron at Williamtown and to Sabres with 3 Squadron.... His story today is about flying the Mustang to Tocumwal. : Keith Webb

05.01.2022 UNSUNG HEROES: RAY LITTLEY Ray joined the RAAF in January 1949 as an apprentice. He spent his first three years training as an engine fitter at Wagga before being transferred to Richmond in New South Wales. He applied for a posting to Japan and was subsequently sent to Korea, working with 77 Squadron on Meteors. ... His story is about working on Meteors with 77 Squadron in Korea. : Keith Webb

04.01.2022 Check out this pair - two North American Harvards at Tyabb! What a sight! We can't wait to see some Harvards over Temora again. Share your favourite aviation moments by tagging your Museum's social media images #temoraaviationbest.... : Jeremy Warren

03.01.2022 The Ryan STM-S2, part of the RAAF's Historic Flight Collection, undergoing an engine check during its recent annual inspection. This footage taken by the Museum's Chief Engineer, shows the intricate movements of the Ryan's engine. Thanks for taking the time to capture this vision Andy! You can learn more about the Ryan online https://aviationmuseum.com.au/ryan-stm-s2/ ... Make sure you join our mailing list so you never miss another engineering update. Enjoy!

03.01.2022 We are so excited for Showcase this weekend , but that means a busy week for our engineers with preparation! Most of the participating aircraft from the RAAF Historic Collection haven’t flown in nearly 12 months, so the team will be conducting thorough pre-flight checks, with currency flights to be carried out on Friday. In addition, the annual inspection has begun, which will take a couple of weeks to complete.... As part of the annual inspection on the , a visual check identified a cracked head & bank hold down nut , which will be replaced this week. See pictures attached. During these annual inspections, the engineers look for problems that might cause issues down the track, and the need eyes like a to spot them!! The team also hope to squeeze in a post annual inspection engine run.

02.01.2022 It's time ! Who is coming to watch the RAAF's Historic collection fly at Temora ? Which aircraft are you dying to see?... We cannot wait to welcome you tomorrow. NOTE that all tickets must be pre-purchased online: https://bit.ly/17-18Oct2020AircraftShowcase * : David Thomson