Aviation

Richard Pearse   (www.nzhistory.net.nz/culture/richard-pearse)  

Information about Richard Pearse, a pioneering New Zealand aviator.

Richard Pearse   (www.nzine.co.nz/pearse.html)  

On or about 31 March 1903 Richard William Pearse of Waitohi New Zealand, became airborne in a high-wing monoplane he designed and built himself.

Aviation Industry Association of NZ (Inc)   (www.aia.org.nz)  

The organisation of commercial aviation, which exists to meet the needs of all members, from one-man operations to the large air transport organisations and major airports.

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre   (www.omaka.org.nz)  

Designed to fascinate, educate and inspire visitors of all ages, Blenheim's Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre brings history to life in a spectacular presentation of static and flyable aircraft.

New Zealand War Birds Association   (www.nzwarbirds.org.nz)  

An umbrella body dedicated to the restoration, preservation and operation of service aircraft in full flying condition.

Richard Pearse, Inventor & Aviator   (www.richardpearse.co.nz)  

The official site of Richard Pearse, pioneer aviator and inventor from Waitohi, South Canterbury. The South Canterbury Aviation Heritage Centre presents exhibits on the region's pioneering aviators and their efforts to achieve powered flight.

Tasman Empire Airways   (www.teal.co.nz/teal)  

An airline operating in New Zealand from 1940 to 1965.

The Old Stick & Rudder Co   (www.oldstickandrudder.com)  

Displaying a fine collection of classic First and Second World War aircraft. Nearly all of these magnificent Warbirds are in perfect flying condition, and when not on display can be seen soaring in the skies over the North Island of New Zealand.

Richard Pearse   (chrisbrady.itgo.com/pearse/pearse.htm)  

Fisrt man to 'fly' a mechanically powered aeroplane.

Hawke's Bay Aviation Heritage Association   (www.wings.net.nz)  

This site is dedicated to the Association's aviation pioneers, pilots, aircrew, ground crew and general airforce personnel.

Article: New Zealand Aircraft History (www.nzs.com/new-zealand-articles/motoring/new-zealand-aircraft-history.html)  

With the end of WWII, large numbers of ex-military aircraft passed into civilian hands. Attrition over the years coincided with a booming interest from enthusiasts, and by the 1970s, ‘ex-air force’ had become ‘classic’. Since then, a number of internationally recognised classic aircraft collections have been established in New Zealand.

Gisborne Aviation Preservation Society   (homepages.ihug.co.nz/~av8or/GAPS/)  

The homepage of the Gisborne Aviation Preservation Society, including information on the society, RNZAF 30 and 31 Squadrons, Darton Field and their exhibits.

Aviation Pioneer   (home.clear.net.nz/pages/geoff.rodliffe)  

Richard Pearse was one of the very first men to fly in a power driven aeroplane.

Article: New Zealand Classic Aircraft Restoration (www.nzs.com/new-zealand-articles/motoring/new-zealand-classic-aircraft-restoration.html)  

In recent years, classic aircraft restoration in New Zealand has expanded from a backyard hobby into an industry with an international focus.