Evans Head Heritage Aviation Museum in Evans Head, New South Wales | Community museum

Evans Head Heritage Aviation Museum

Locality: Evans Head, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6682 6756

Address: 61 Memorial Drive 2473 Evans Head, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.ehham.org.au/

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25.01.2022 Today marks the 80th anniversary of the establishment of No. 1 Bombing and Gunnery School at Evans Head in Far North NSW. What are your memories of Evans He...ad? Let us know below, and take a journey through history here: http://bit.ly/Evans-Head-80th At its peak, the school had some 70 Fairey Battle single-engine light bomber aircraft as well as extensive bombing and gunnery ranges in active daily use to the north and south of the of the Evans Head township. Over the years, we have continued to utilise the southern range as a primary training area for honing the skills of aircrew flying numerous military aircraft, including the Bristol Beaufighter, Canberra Bomber, F-4E Phantom, F-111C, F/A-18F Super Hornet and, most recently, the F-35A Lightning II. #AusAirForce

24.01.2022 Today, 15 September, is Battle of Britain Day - and this year marks 80 years since this important battle of the Second World War. The sacrifices of the Royal A...ir Force, including the Australian pilots who flew with them, were acknowledged in services over the weekend in Hobart and Adelaide. You can watch the commemorative service that was held at St David's Cathedral in Hobart on Saturday here: https://www.facebook.com/cathedralhobart/videos/799381120890119 The Battle of Britain occurred during the summer and autumn of 1940, as the Royal Air Force fought a prolonged battle in the defence of Britain against an experienced and numerically superior German Luftwaffe. Lest we forget.

24.01.2022 With the RAAF’s Classic Hornet fleet in the twilight of its career, there aren’t many chances left to catch, and admire this great aircraft that has, and is cu...rrently serving with 77 and 75 Squadron. Here’s a great video depicting the RAAF’s Hornets in action. https://youtu.be/k_sB_5_0gTk

23.01.2022 2020 has been one of the most challenging years Australians have faced. As we approach our Centenary year in 2021, Air Force Reservist Wing Commander Peter Overton reflects on our enduring commitment to helping Australians in their time of need. #AusAirForce #AirForce100 #ThenNowAlways

23.01.2022 Newcastle - keep your eyes to the sky this week! This week, No. 77 Squadron wants to say a big THANK YOU - to all of you in the local area, for your support o...ver 30 years of flying - with flying displays around the Newcastle area. It is almost time for RAAF Base Williamtown to say goodbye to its F/A-18A/B Hornet fleet, as the transition to the fifth-generation F-35A Lightning completes. But it's not over yet. Check out our #FlyingActivity website to find out when and where the will be: http://bit.ly/AFFlyingActivity It may be the end of an era for No. 77 Squadron, but F/A-18A/B Hornet operations will still continue for No. 75 Squadron at RAAF Base Tindal. We'd love to see your pics! #AusAirForce

22.01.2022 #FlyingActivity: Evans Head, NSW. Our F/A-18F Super Hornets will be conducting training operations at Evans Head Air Weapons Range during October. Aircraft w...ill not use the range every day for training activities. Training activities can involve up to two waves/day application pattern and live strafe and involve lasers. The range overwater areas will be closed from 10am to 5pm. All flying activity is subject to change at short notice, more details: http://bit.ly/AFFlyingActivity #AusAirForce #AirCombat

22.01.2022 RAAF A4-299 Caribou in action before retiring to Evans Head.

19.01.2022 SFC launches a world first: The Sydney International Airport Trial Instructional Flight You heard it right. For a strictly limited time we are offering the oppo...rtunity for anybody to fly into Sydney International in the left-hand seat of the cockpit - normally reserved for captains of passenger jets! The downturn in air traffic at Sydney International presents a unique (but short-lived) opportunity to turn your flying lesson into a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Act now, as the opportunity for itinerant aircraft to fly into Sydney Airport could disappear at any time. Book now and don’t miss out: http://bit.ly/SFC-YSSY-TIF Sydney Airport #SydneyAirport #YSSY

19.01.2022 If you enjoy untouched national parks, pristine beaches and breathtaking views, then Evans Head is the perfect weekend destination! One of the coast’s best kept... secrets, the village of Evans Head is highly recommended for families, couples, RV travellers and the keen fisherman and woman. Hit the beach, enjoy local food, explore our beautiful nature reserves, and visit one of our Museums or historical sites. What is your favourite Evans Head activity? #evanshead #discoverrichmondvalley #explorenextdoor #smalltownsbigadventures #visitnsw #northernriversnsw #richmondvalley #lovensw #seeaustralia #emptyesky #spendwiththem #newsouthwales

19.01.2022 This week marks 100 years since an important meeting was held in Brisbane which would change Australian aviation. https://qfom.com.au//100-years-since-the-concept-of-qanta/ #ThrowbackThursday

18.01.2022 Tonight on ABC TV

18.01.2022 Ch 7 Creek to Coast covered briefly some great footage of TAVAS museum and Chief Engineer Dave Walsh. Thanks so much Amy for making it happen. www.tavas.com.au

18.01.2022 Can you imagine being in an aircraft that had to conduct a belly landing? Our Air Force, Our People | You may not have heard of Squadron Leader Luke Warners... Warner, but you probably remember that time back in 2006 when he and the pilot belly landed an F-111 at RAAF Base Amberley. That safe landing was testament to our aircrew’s skill and ability to respond to any situation. Read Warner's story: https://news.defence.gov.au//place-history-skill-and-brave #AusAirForce #AirForce100 #ThenNowAlways

17.01.2022 Evans Head Airshow Tomorrow. Gates open at 9am. Airshow ticket holders entry to the Museum is discounted to $10 family and $5 single. See you tomorrow and Sunday 9am-3pm

15.01.2022 Want to catch the First Airshow of 2021? The inaugural "Evans Head Drive-In Airshow" will be kicking off the return of Airshows in Australia on the 2nd of Janua...ry. This truly unique experience will be just like a drive-in theatre... except replace the big screen with big warbirds and adrenaline fuel aerobatics. The 3hr Drive-In airshow will be taking place at the Evans Head Aerodrome where you can either drive or fly in. Tickets go on sale next week, when they do.. be quick. There are very limited numbers available. Like our page to know the moment tickets go on sale. Visit https://evansheadairshow.com.au for more info. Presented by Paul Bennet Airshows #australianairshows #DriveInAirshow #EvansHead #cantwaitfor2021

14.01.2022 BOMBS AWAY! Check out this footage of one of our F-35A Lightnings over Evans Head Air Weapons Range. The bomb it dropped was inert, but it's the first time sin...ce the retirement of the F-111 that precision weapons been employed at Evans Head Air Weapons Range. #AusAirForce #AirCombat

10.01.2022 Evans Head, New South Wales: our F-35A Lightnings and F/A-18F Super Hornets are planning a visit or two between now and December. 17 - 21 August 2020 - F-3...5A Lightning II 12 - 16 October 2020 - F/A-18F Super Hornets 19 - 23 October 2020 - F/A-18F Super Hornets 26 - 30 October 2020 - F/A-18F Super Hornets 9 - 13 November 2020 - F-35A Lightning II Aircraft will not use the range every day. The range overwater areas will be closed from 10am to 5pm. All flying activity is subject to change. More info: http://bit.ly/AFFlyingActivity #AusAirForce #AirCombat

10.01.2022 Looking for something to do this weekend. We are open Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm.

09.01.2022 General Dynamics RF-111C A8-134 about to land at Avalon 2009. Photo by Darren Crick 13/03/09. https://buff.ly/2DoZZTA #avgeek #aviation #photography #avalon #airshow #pig #airforce #raaf #youradf #australia

09.01.2022 Seven years ago today, 5th August 2013, F111 A8-147 retired to Evans Head. Thanks to the team who made this happen and thanks to all our volunteers who continue to share the history of the Museum‘s aircraft as well as RAAF station Evans Head. Headhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNVX2u7E2k4

08.01.2022 PARATROOPERS ... one of the first freelance magazine articles I wrote and photographed was at the Parachute Training School at HMAS Albatross at Nowra. Young so...ldiers underwent a couple of weeks of intense instruction and were then sent aloft to jump from Caribou and C-130 Hercules aircraft. That first jump was always a bit intense and everyone handled it differently. Most survived but a few broke bones or injured themselves. Such is the lot of a paratrooper! See more

08.01.2022 Looking for something to over the School Holidays. We are open Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm as well as Tuesday 9am-12noon so come along and get up close and per...sonal with one of the few remaining F111, number one in the top ten iconic RAAF aircraft over the last 100 years. Discover the history of this amazing aircraft, the Canberra Bomber, Caribou, Kiowa Helicopter, Avro Anson, Fairy Battle plus RAAF Station Evans Head during WW11. See more

07.01.2022 One week left to our Centenary - and one more iconic aircraft! At NUMBER ONE in the countdown of our most iconic aircraft of the last 100 years, it’s the on...e you’ve all been waiting for: the General Dynamics F-111C. Arriving in Australia in 1973, the ‘Pig’ was the fastest aircraft we have ever operated. Its innovated swing-wing design allowed it to fly at a top speed of Mach 2.5, or two and a half times the speed of sound. A favourite at air displays for decades until its retirement in 2010, it doesn’t get more iconic than an F-111 dump and burn. Did you get to see the F-111 in action? #AirForce100 #ThenNowAlways #AusAirForce

06.01.2022 One to mark in your calendars. An exciting new series by SBS Australia charting the past 100 years of civil aviation in Australia. https://www.sbs.com.au//justine-clarke-hosts-australia-com

05.01.2022 Looking for great Adrenaline Fuel Gift for xmas! Evans Head Drive-In Airshow is fast approaching and there are limited tickets available. One ticket get ups to... 5 people in, so it's a gift that giving. 2nd & 3rd January 2021 | Evans Head Memorial Aerodrome Jump on https://evansheadairshow.com.au to grab your tickets online today. #xmas2020 #evanshead Richmond Valley Council #airshow #giftidea

03.01.2022 Just sharing some memories on our seventh anniversary

03.01.2022 Any fans of the Pig ? The mighty F-111 appeared in 20 Pitch Black exercises from 1981-2010. Today we thank everyone who helped Pigs fly. Check out our latest... playlist of classic Exercise Pitch Black footage: https://www.youtube.com/playlist #AusAirForce #ExPitchBlackOnline

02.01.2022 On this day 75 years ago, troops stationed at the most westerly RAAF base of the Second Word War in Labuan, North Borneo tossed their helmets into the air as ne...ws arrived of Japan’s unconditional surrender. In the lead up to our Centenary next year, we pause to remember the sacrifices of our men and women in the defence of our nation. Image courtesy of the Australian War Memorial see their entire VP Day 75th anniversary materials here: https://www.awm.gov.au/articles/blog/vp-day75 #VPDay #LestWeForget #AusAirForce

01.01.2022 Hec Harrison grew up in Lismore, Northern Rivers, NSW