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Moorabbin Air MuseumDocument (item) - Armstrong Siddeley Viper Engine RAAF Macchi Trainer, Collection of Documents on Viper Engine in RAAF Macchi Trainers
... Collection of Documents on Viper Engine in RAAF Macchi Trainers...Moorabbin Air Museum Moorabbin Airport 12 First Street Moorabbin melbourne CAC Collection Collection of Documents on Viper Engine in RAAF Macchi Trainers Document Armstrong Siddeley Viper Engine RAAF Macchi Trainer ...CAC Collection -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Book - Australian military aircraft, Australia's Military Aircraft
... ...RAAF trainers...Australian military aircraft Aircraft 1915 - 1919 RAAF fighters & fighter bombers RAAF bombers RAAF & army helicopters RAAF reconnaisance aircraft RAAF transports RAAF communications aircraft Warbirds RAAF trainers Royal Australian Navy Fleet Air Arm History & specifications of Australia military aircraft from WW1 to 1988. ...History & specifications of Australia military aircraft from WW1 to 1988.non-fictionHistory & specifications of Australia military aircraft from WW1 to 1988.aircraft 1915 - 1919, raaf fighters & fighter bombers, raaf bombers, raaf & army helicopters, raaf reconnaisance aircraft, raaf transports, raaf communications aircraft, warbirds, raaf trainers, royal australian navy fleet air arm -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Manual - RAAF CT4 Trainer, Airtrainer CT4 Aircraft Planned Servicing Schedule Flight Servicings
... RAAF CT4 Trainer...Moorabbin Air Museum Moorabbin Airport 12 First Street Moorabbin melbourne RAAF CT4 Trainer Various tasks required to perform during aircraft servicing Overview of flight servicing schedule for CT4 trainer, circa 1989 Plastic cover over small , notebook sized spiral manual Airtrainer CT4 Aircraft Planned Servicing Schedule Flight Servicings Manual RAAF CT4 Trainer ...Overview of flight servicing schedule for CT4 trainer, circa 1989Plastic cover over small , notebook sized spiral manual non-fictionOverview of flight servicing schedule for CT4 trainer, circa 1989various tasks required to perform during aircraft servicing -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchPhotograph - Framed photograph, N.E. Framing Studio, Aircrew Training
... DH Tiger Moth Aircraft were used by the RAAF as elementary trainers in the empire air training scheme of 1940-44 during which time Australia trained 27,387 aircrew members. ...DH Tiger Moth Aircraft were used by the RAAF as elementary trainers in the empire air training scheme of 1940-44 during which time Australia trained 27,387 aircrew members. ...DH Tiger Moth Aircraft were used by the RAAF as elementary trainers in the empire air training scheme of 1940-44 during which time Australia trained 27,387 aircrew members. ...DH Tiger Moth Aircraft were used by the RAAF as elementary trainers in the empire air training scheme of 1940-44 during which time Australia trained 27,387 aircrew members. Although primarily employed as trainers, a few Tiger Moths were camouflaged and used operationally with army co-operation units in New Guinea. The Tiger Moth remained in RAAF service for almost 17 years, and several Tiger Moths were also transferred to the RAN after World War II. Eventually, on 9 January 1957, the last 10 RAAF Tiger Moths were flown from Point Cook to Tocumwal for disposal.The de Havilland Tiger Moth aircraft is a 1930's biplane which was a primary trainer aircraft used to train over 27,000 aircrew in Australia during the Second World War.Black frame with gold insert and cream mounting containing black and white photo of several planes in the background and numerous aircrew members in the foreground. Front: Aircrew Training. DH Tiger Moth Aircraft were used by the RAAF as elementary trainers in the empire air training scheme of 1940-44 during which time Australia trained 27,387 aircrew members. Royal Australian Air Force No.11 in a series of 25. raaf, aircrew, training, world war 2, tiger moth -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Drawing (item) - Armstrong Siddeley Viper Mark 22 Engine Air Intake Diagram, Air Intake Diagram - Avon Cell - Viper II Mk 22-11
... The Armstrong Siddeley Viper engine was used in the the RAAF's Aermacchi 326 jet trainers....Moorabbin Air Museum Moorabbin Airport 12 First Street Moorabbin melbourne The Armstrong Siddeley Viper engine was used in the the RAAF's Aermacchi 326 jet trainers. Very large faded diagram Air Intake Diagram - Avon Cell - Viper II Mk 22-11 Drawing Armstrong Siddeley Viper Mark 22 Engine Air Intake Diagram ...The Armstrong Siddeley Viper engine was used in the the RAAF's Aermacchi 326 jet trainers. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Manual (item) - Armstrong Siddeley Viper Engine Illustrated Parts Breakdown, Illustrated Parts Breakdown for Engine Aircraft Viper Mk 22-11
... Among other aircraft, the Armstrong Siddeley Viper was used in the RAAF's Aermacchi 326 jet trainers....Moorabbin Air Museum Moorabbin Airport 12 First Street Moorabbin melbourne Among other aircraft, the Armstrong Siddeley Viper was used in the RAAF's Aermacchi 326 jet trainers. Yellow lever-arch folder with a square cut out of the centre. ...Among other aircraft, the Armstrong Siddeley Viper was used in the RAAF's Aermacchi 326 jet trainers. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Archive (Item) - Box WP3 Prowse Collection
... Description: Nomad Presentation Booklet Rolls Royce Dart Propeller Turbine Aero Engine Booklet “The Magnificent Meteor” Booklet Battle of Britain Leaflet GAF - Turana Target System Manual GAF - Project AIR5044 RAAF Basic Trainer Development Cost Plan AAC-TR-00-03 Level of Importance: National. ...Description: Nomad Presentation Booklet Rolls Royce Dart Propeller Turbine Aero Engine Booklet “The Magnificent Meteor” Booklet Battle of Britain Leaflet GAF - Turana Target System Manual GAF - Project AIR5044 RAAF Basic Trainer Development Cost Plan AAC-TR-00-03 Level of Importance: National. ...Description: Nomad Presentation Booklet Rolls Royce Dart Propeller Turbine Aero Engine Booklet “The Magnificent Meteor” Booklet Battle of Britain Leaflet GAF - Turana Target System Manual GAF - Project AIR5044 RAAF Basic Trainer Development Cost Plan AAC-TR-00-03 Level of Importance: National. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Album (Item) - Photo Album Missing its Front Cover, Drage Airworld Wangaratta
... Photos are of: Drage Airworld Wangaratta, RAAF Roulettes in Macchi Trainers, Central Australian Aviation Museum Alice Springs, Tyabb Airport March 1991, Yulara airfield in the Northern Territory....Moorabbin Air Museum Moorabbin Airport 12 First Street Moorabbin melbourne Photos are of: Drage Airworld Wangaratta, RAAF Roulettes in Macchi Trainers, Central Australian Aviation Museum Alice Springs, Tyabb Airport March 1991, Yulara airfield in the Northern Territory. ...Photos are of: Drage Airworld Wangaratta, RAAF Roulettes in Macchi Trainers, Central Australian Aviation Museum Alice Springs, Tyabb Airport March 1991, Yulara airfield in the Northern Territory. -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Machine - CAC CA-6 Wackett Trainer A3-22 (VH-ALV), 1941
... Description: This wood and fabric monoplane was designed by Lawrence Wackett in 1938 as a basic trainer and was built by the Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation (CAC) at Fishermen’s Bend. RAAF...Description: This wood and fabric monoplane was designed by Lawrence Wackett in 1938 as a basic trainer and was built by the Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation (CAC) at Fishermen’s Bend. RAAF ...Historical Details: The AARG Wackett Trainer A3-22 was the 22nd production example (and 24th one built) and was delivered to the RAAF in August 1941. It served briefly at 3EFTS at Essendon VIC as an Intermediate Trainer until being re-issued to the Central Flying School at C. Description: This wood and fabric monoplane was designed by Lawrence Wackett in 1938 as a basic trainer and was built by the Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation (CAC) at Fishermen’s Bend. RAAF pilots, trained on the Tiger Moth and aspiring to fly the more powerful Wirra. Level of Importance: National -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchEssay - Framed essay, Catalina Flying Boat
... Reginald Mortimer served as a Transport Driver with the Australian Army later remustering to the RAAF to train and qualify as Flight Sergeant Air Gunner....Reginald Mortimer served as a Transport Driver with the Australian Army later remustering to the RAAF to train and qualify as Flight Sergeant Air Gunner. catalina flying boat flight lieutenant owen mortimer flight sergeant air gunner reginald mortimer ww2 raaf Catalina Flying Boat Royal Australian Air Force Black frame with gold painted inner edge containing cream coloured paper with black text. ...Document relates to item 199 - Watercolour painting of a Catalina Flying Boat by an unknown artist -tells the history of the Catalina Flying Boat as well as the service histories of Flight Lieutenant Owen Mortimer and his younger brother Flight Sergeant Air Gunner Reginald Roy Mortimer from West Wyalong, New South Wales who served from 1941 to 1945 - relatives of the Donor Dr Owen Campbell Mortimer. Flight Lieutenant Owen Mortimer completed 85 missions in the wartime South West Pacific area. Reginald Mortimer served as a Transport Driver with the Australian Army later remustering to the RAAF to train and qualify as Flight Sergeant Air Gunner.Black frame with gold painted inner edge containing cream coloured paper with black text.Catalina Flying Boat Royal Australian Air Force catalina flying boat, flight lieutenant owen mortimer, flight sergeant air gunner reginald mortimer, ww2, raaf -
Geelong RSL Sub BranchPhotograph - Winjeel Trainer Aircraft, 1955
... The aircraft were used by the RAAF as an advanced trained from 1955 to 1975, it was later used by Forward Air Control for target marking until 1994....The aircraft were used by the RAAF as an advanced trained from 1955 to 1975, it was later used by Forward Air Control for target marking until 1994. ...This is a photograph of Winjeel Training Aircraft at Laverton in September 1955. The Aircraft are an Australian designed and manufactured, three seat training aircraft. The aircraft were used by the RAAF as an advanced trained from 1955 to 1975, it was later used by Forward Air Control for target marking until 1994.This is an original photograph of the aircraft at Laverton in September 1955.An oblong black and white photograph of Winjeel Trainer Aircraft.A typed inscription attached across the bottom of the photiograph, 'Laverton September 1955. Handing over of Winjeel Trainer Aircraft'.photograph, winjeel training aircraft, laverton, -
Moorabbin Air MuseumLetter (Item) - Flight Cover Qantas Super Constellation
... P40E Kittyhawk. RAAF Museum's MK3 Harvard Trainer in RNZAF colours. F/A-18B A21-103 Vampire M35 Trainer...P40E Kittyhawk. RAAF Museum's MK3 Harvard Trainer in RNZAF colours. F/A-18B A21-103 Vampire M35 Trainer Flight Cover Qantas Super Constellation. ... -
Geelong RSL Sub BranchRAAF Flying Log Books, circa April 1937
... There is no information in the Flight Log Book relating to his training and Service, however there is a parcel of personal letters, paper clippings, telegrams etc that would indicate that 416423 C C Gardner was in England during WW2, one letter advises of his Award of Distinguished Flying Cross. 403619 A Kennedy enlisted into the RAAF in 1941 and trained in Narrandera. Later in the Flight Log Book there are entries of him being at MacLeod, Alberta. ...There is no information in the Flight Log Book relating to his training and Service, however there is a parcel of personal letters, paper clippings, telegrams etc that would indicate that 416423 C C Gardner was in England during WW2, one letter advises of his Award of Distinguished Flying Cross. 403619 A Kennedy enlisted into the RAAF in 1941 and trained in Narrandera. Later in the Flight Log Book there are entries of him being at MacLeod, Alberta. ...416423 C C Gardner enlisted into the RAAF In Adelaide, SA. There is no information in the Flight Log Book relating to his training and Service, however there is a parcel of personal letters, paper clippings, telegrams etc that would indicate that 416423 C C Gardner was in England during WW2, one letter advises of his Award of Distinguished Flying Cross. 403619 A Kennedy enlisted into the RAAF in 1941 and trained in Narrandera. Later in the Flight Log Book there are entries of him being at MacLeod, Alberta. At this point in time there is no other information on 403619 A Kennedy.These RAAF Flight Log Books are originals and belong to 4166423 C C Gardner DFC and 403619 A Kennedy, both served during WW2.Two x Flying Log Books, Form A18 (Revised April, 1937) (RAF Form 414). The books are almost square, blue cloth covers, white pages.One Book belongs to Aus 416423 C C Gardner. One Book belongs to 403619 A Kennedy.416423 c c gardner raaf, 403619 a kennedy raaf,, raaf flight log books, london, alberta -
Uniting Church Archives - Synod of VictoriaPhotograph, Undated, c. 1970s
... Joined the RAAF in 1942 and trained as a Navigator for Bomber Command. ...Joined the RAAF in 1942 and trained as a Navigator for Bomber Command. ...Born on the West Coast of Tasmania. Became a teacher inTasmania in the early 1930. He married Emily Ferguson, a presbyterian girl, but felt a calling to the Methodist Church. John went to Underbool in Vic in 1939. Joined the RAAF in 1942 and trained as a Navigator for Bomber Command. Was recalled in 1943 and began his ministry in the Woomelang Circuit, then at Mitiamo 1947-1950; Port Fairy 1950-52; Nathalia 1952-54. He left the ministry and bought a small farm near Bendigo. After 18 mths he started preaching at Mckenzie Street Methodist church with the title Pastor. In 1958 he was recalled to the ministry and served at Morwell. He was also chaplain to Morwell River Prison, Newport West, Coburg, Milan Italy and Finally at Moonee Ponds where he retired in 1978. After retirement he did supply work in places such as Sea Lake, Heathcote, Warragul and Quirindi NSW. John died on 25 July 2000. B & W photograph of Rev. John Adamthwaite standing in front of an open briefcase.john adamthwaite, methodist, minister -
Wodonga & District Historical Society IncFunctional object - Various Cigarette Lighters
... In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. ...In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. ...Leslie William Cole was born on 31 January 1920 in Albury, the first child of William James Cole and Gwendoline Fair. Les spent most of his childhood living with his grandparents in Bethanga, Victoria. In 1934 when he finished school, Les moved into Wodonga. His first job was at Mates Timber Yard. He later worked for Mylons of Wodonga driving taxis and buses. In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. On discharge. Les returned to Wodonga and resumed working with Mylons. After a range of jobs, Les and his wife Lorna operated a shop in Ariel Street, Wodonga. In the community, Les was a founding member of Wodonga Lions Club. He also joined the Civil Defence which was a predecessor off the SES. He became the Communications Officer and trained other members. Les became the first Controller of the Wodonga Branch of the State Emergency Service, a position he held for 17 years. The new SES headquarters was named in his honour. In retirement he also worked as a Volunteer Community Driver. Les was also named Wodonga Citizen of the Year in 1984 Les continued living in Wodonga until the age of 103 in 2023, when he moved to Melbourne to be closer to his children. He passed away on 12 December 2023. These lighters are part of his collection of memorabilia and artefacts.These items belonged to a respected member of the Wodonga community.A collection of 4 different cigarette lighters made from metal alloys. The brass lighter has a black cloth pouch.On long cylindrical lighters: Unicorn INT Made in China and Safety Instructions On silver lighter: An Appreciations from Stuart's Shepparton On brass lighter: Peter Jackson Brass No/ 6cigarette lighters, les cole -
Wodonga & District Historical Society IncFunctional object - State Emergency Service Cloth badges
... In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. ...In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. ...Leslie William Cole was born on 31 January 1920 in Albury, the first child of William James Cole and Gwendoline Fair. Les spent most of his childhood living with his grandparents in Bethanga, Victoria. In 1934 when he finished school, Les moved into Wodonga. His first job was at Mates Timber Yard. He later worked for Mylons of Wodonga driving taxis and buses. In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. On discharge. Les returned to Wodonga and resumed working with Mylons. After a range of jobs, Les and his wife Lorna operated a shop in Ariel Street, Wodonga. In the community, Les was a founding member of Wodonga Lions Club. He also joined the Civil Defence which was a predecessor off the SES. He became the Communications Officer and trained other members. Les became the first Controller of the Wodonga Branch of the State Emergency Service, a position he held for 17 years. The new SES headquarters was named in his honour. In retirement he also worked as a Volunteer Community Driver. Les was also named Wodonga Citizen of the Year in 1984 Les continued living in Wodonga until the age of 103 in 2023, when he moved to Melbourne to be closer to his children. He passed away on 12 December 2023.These patches belonged to a local Wodonga resident who was instrumental in establishing the Wodonga SES.A collection of cloth and embroidery uniform patches worn on the uniform of Leslie Cole who was a founding and long-term member of the Wodonga State Emergency Service. Oval badges all bear the Southern Cross and a crownAround oval badges: VICTORIA STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE On epaulettes: COMMUNICATIONS / L. COLEstate emergency service, wodonga ses -
Wodonga & District Historical Society IncFunctional object - RAAF Cloth Badge and Pass Out Dinner Card
... In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an aircraft mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. ...In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an aircraft mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. ...Leslie William Cole was born in January 1920 in Albury, the first child of William James Cole and Gwendoline Fair. Les spent most of his childhood living with his grandparents in Bethanga, Victoria. In 1934 when he finished school, Les moved into Wodonga. His first job was at Mates Timber Yard. He later worked for Mylons of Wodonga driving taxis and buses. In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an aircraft mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. On discharge. Les returned to Wodonga and resumed working with Mylons. After a range of jobs, Les and his wife Lorna operated a shop in Ariel Street, Wodonga. In the community, Les was a founding member of Wodonga Lions Club. He also joined the Civil Defence which was a predecessor off the SES. He became the Communications Officer and trained other members. Les became the first controller of the Wodonga Branch of the State Emergency Service, a position he held for 17 years. The new SES headquarters was named in his honor. In retirement he also worked as a volunteer community driver. Les was also named Wodonga Citizen of the Year in 1984 Les continued living in Wodonga until the age of 103 in 2023, when he moved to Melbourne to be closer to his children. This item represents Mr. Cole's service during World War 11.This item is significant as it represents the service of a respected Wodonga resident during World War 11.This item includes a cloth patch of the crest of the 6th Squadron RAAF as well as a printed menu from the Passing out dinner for fitters held at the Federal Hotel Melbourne. It has been autographed by the attendees acknowledged at this function.On the Insignia 6 SQUADRON ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE / NOUS REVIENDRONS (WE WILL RETURN) 6th squadron raaf, military service ww11 -
Wodonga & District Historical Society IncMemorabilia - Small Torch in Tin, Returned Services League of Australia, after 1990
... In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. ...In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. ...Leslie William Cole was born on 31 January 1920 in Albury, the first child of William James Cole and Gwendoline Fair. Les spent most of his childhood living with his grandparents in Bethanga, Victoria. In 1934 when he finished school, Les moved into Wodonga. His first job was at Mates Timber Yard. He later worked for Mylons of Wodonga driving taxis and buses. In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. On discharge. Les returned to Wodonga and resumed working with Mylons. After a range of jobs, Les and his wife Lorna operated a shop in Ariel Street, Wodonga. In the community, Les was a founding member of Wodonga Lions Club. He also joined the Civil Defence which was a predecessor off the SES. He became the Communications Officer and trained other members. Les became the first Controller of the Wodonga Branch of the State Emergency Service, a position he held for 17 years. The new SES headquarters was named in his honour. In retirement he also worked as a Volunteer Community Driver. Les was also named Wodonga Citizen of the Year in 1984. Les continued living in Wodonga until the age of 103 in 2023, when he moved to Melbourne to be closer to his children. He passed away on 12 December 2023. This torch was part of a collection of items donated to Wodonga Historical Society by Les Cole. The RSL emblem on this item was first introduced in 1990.A small tin containing an aluminium torch and 2 batteries in foam packing. The emblem of the Australian Returned Services League is etched on the lid. On side of torch: RETURNED & SERVICES LEAGUE AUSTRALIArsl australia, memorabilia -
Wodonga & District Historical Society IncBanner - Lions Club of Wodonga
... In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. ...In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. ...Leslie William Cole was born on 31 January 1920 in Albury, the first child of William James Cole and Gwendoline Fair. Les spent most of his childhood living with his grandparents in Bethanga, Victoria. In 1934 when he finished school, Les moved into Wodonga. His first job was at Mates Timber Yard. He later worked for Mylons of Wodonga driving taxis and buses. In 1939 after completing militia training, Les applied to enlist with the RAAF and eventually trained as an Aircraft Mechanic. He was posted to the 6th Squadron, serving in Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Goodenough Island before returning to the RAAF base in Sale, Victoria. On discharge. Les returned to Wodonga and resumed working with Mylons. After a range of jobs, Les and his wife Lorna operated a shop in Ariel Street, Wodonga. In the community, Les was a founding member of Wodonga Lions Club. He also joined the Civil Defence which was a predecessor off the SES. He became the Communications Officer and trained other members. Les became the first Controller of the Wodonga Branch of the State Emergency Service, a position he held for 17 years. The new SES headquarters was named in his honour. In retirement he also worked as a Volunteer Community Driver. Les was also named Wodonga Citizen of the Year in 1984 Les continued living in Wodonga until the age of 103 in 2023, when he moved to Melbourne to be closer to his children. He passed away on 12 December 2023. The Lions Club of Wodonga was chartered in 1965 with 18 Founding Members including Les Cole. Lions Australia was first formed in Lismore, NSW in September and has grown to be Australia’s largest service club organisation.A small purple and gold fringed banner with the emblem of Wodonga Lions ClubAt the top centre: The logo of Lions International Across the centre of banner: Lions Club of Wodonga / District 201C Australia In semi-circle below Water Tower: Melbourne/ Falls Creek/Lake Hume/ Snowy Mountains/ Sydneyles cole, wodonga lions club, lions international -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Archive (Item) - Box WP2 Prowse Collection See details under Description
... o Nomad Presentation Booklet o Rolls Royce Dart Propeller Turbine Aero Engine Booklet o “The Magnificent Meteor” Booklet o Battle of Britain Leaflet o GAF - Turana Target System Manual o GAF - Project AIR5044 RAAF Basic Trainer Development Cost Plan AAC-TR-00-03 Iss 1 o Development Cost Plan AAC-TR-00-03 Iss 1 o SKYVAN Multi-role and Tactical Support Missions o A7 - SEA CONTROL - Vought Aircraft o The First Sir Henry Royce Memorial Lecture - Sir Henry Royce, BART o Ikara Missile Launching System o What Nomad Is That (4 copies) o Martin-Baker Patent5 Automatic Ejection Seat o Martin-Baker Mk 1 Ejection Seat o SAAB Transporter News Material o Index of D.T.D Specs for Aerospace Materials and Processes and various samples attached o Hornet - Australia’s Formidable Strike Fighter o Fighters for Today & Tomorrow - McDonnell Aircraft Co (2 copies) o Development of a Light Transport Aircraft - Project “N” by G D Bennett, Chief Designer, GAF o Type Certificate No A7PC Model N22B, N24A o Project Pika article o Project Pika - General Description Leaflet o Various Malkara, Ikara, Turana, Jindivik photos - assorted o Ikara - British Aerospace Dynamics Group o Design Concept Paper - Payload Carrier 78/G.W.1 o Article - Nomad N24A in the Air o Submission Paper No 40 by Jack Garden o RMIT - H K Millicer Lecture 1992 - by Ben R Rich o Armstrong-Siddeley Motors - Mamba Propeller Turbine o De Havilland Gnome o TAA Engineering Report No 147 March 1970 o Flights of Imagination o Roulettes - RAAF Promotion Folder o Scoutmaster - RAAF Promotion Folder (4 copies) o W L Prowse Letter o Various - Turana Trials Photos & Leaflet o Martin-Baker Ejection Seat Trainer o HS 146 o N22B - Nomad Performance Summary o Introducing Project ‘N’ o Report by Chief Test Pilot o Synopsis - Certification and Development of the Nomad o Nomad Mission Master - Promo (6 copies) o Nomad 24A Performance Summary (2 copies o GAF Productions - Brochure o Ansett ANA Pilot’s Course Notes - Convair 440 o Nomad 22B Technical Description o GAF Guidelines Licenced Manufacture of Nomad Aircraft N22B o Nomad Presentation Booklet (5 copies) o Australian Hornet F/A-18A o Nomad Promo Specs (20 copies) o Flight International - Nomad in the Air o Allison Model 250-B-17B Engine o Nomad - Better Where it Counts o TO13A6-34-14 I.P.B. ...Description: Defence Instruction Air Force AAP 7213.003-3MB2 Mirage Airctraft Metal Repairs - Book 2 of 2 Augusta-109-Hirundo - Preliminary General Description Sky Van: Military - Shorts Sky Van: Multi-Role Aircraft Sky Van: Civil VFW - Fokker VF Level of Importance: State. o Nomad Presentation Booklet o Rolls Royce Dart Propeller Turbine Aero Engine Booklet o “The Magnificent Meteor” Booklet o Battle of Britain Leaflet o GAF - Turana Target System Manual o GAF - Project AIR5044 RAAF Basic Trainer Development Cost Plan AAC-TR-00-03 Iss 1 o Development Cost Plan AAC-TR-00-03 Iss 1 o SKYVAN Multi-role and Tactical Support Missions o A7 - SEA CONTROL - Vought Aircraft o The First Sir Henry Royce Memorial Lecture - Sir Henry Royce, BART o Ikara Missile Launching System o What Nomad Is That (4 copies) o Martin-Baker Patent5 Automatic Ejection Seat o Martin-Baker Mk 1 Ejection Seat o SAAB Transporter News Material o Index of D.T.D Specs for Aerospace Materials and Processes and various samples attached o Hornet - Australia’s Formidable Strike Fighter o Fighters for Today & Tomorrow - McDonnell Aircraft Co (2 copies) o Development of a Light Transport Aircraft - Project “N” by G D Bennett, Chief Designer, GAF o Type Certificate No A7PC Model N22B, N24A o Project Pika article o Project Pika - General Description Leaflet o Various Malkara, Ikara, Turana, Jindivik photos - assorted o Ikara - British Aerospace Dynamics Group o Design Concept Paper - Payload Carrier 78/G.W.1 o Article - Nomad N24A in the Air o Submission Paper No 40 by Jack Garden o RMIT - H K Millicer Lecture 1992 - by Ben R Rich o Armstrong-Siddeley Motors - Mamba Propeller Turbine o De Havilland Gnome o TAA Engineering Report No 147 March 1970 o Flights of Imagination o Roulettes - RAAF Promotion Folder o Scoutmaster - RAAF Promotion Folder (4 copies) o W L Prowse Letter o Various - Turana Trials Photos & Leaflet o Martin-Baker Ejection Seat Trainer o HS 146 o N22B - Nomad Performance Summary o Introducing Project ‘N’ o Report by Chief Test Pilot o Synopsis - Certification and Development of the Nomad o Nomad Mission Master - Promo (6 copies) o Nomad 24A Performance Summary (2 copies o GAF Productions - Brochure o Ansett ANA Pilot’s Course Notes - Convair 440 o Nomad 22B Technical Description o GAF Guidelines Licenced Manufacture of Nomad Aircraft N22B o Nomad Presentation Booklet (5 copies) o Australian Hornet F/A-18A o Nomad Promo Specs (20 copies) o Flight International - Nomad in the Air o Allison Model 250-B-17B Engine o Nomad - Better Where it Counts o TO13A6-34-14 I.P.B. ...Description: Defence Instruction Air Force AAP 7213.003-3MB2 Mirage Airctraft Metal Repairs - Book 2 of 2 Augusta-109-Hirundo - Preliminary General Description Sky Van: Military - Shorts Sky Van: Multi-Role Aircraft Sky Van: Civil VFW - Fokker VF Level of Importance: State. -
Bendigo Military MuseumBook - AIRCRAFT TRAINING NOTES, c.1939-45
... RAAF Aircraft Fitter Training Trade Training Manual 1. Front cover shows “41707 LAC F. Simons over riding ACI - MF Brown 10418. Fitter # A R.A.A.F. Ascot Vale, Victoria. Book 1” 2. Front cover printed is: - “E.B. James, Printer, High St, Eaglehawk” Written is “A.C.1 Brown (?) F. 10418. No I.E.S. Ascot Vale, Vic” Crossed out is phrase "Bought Ledger". 1. Foolscap sized, lined, exercise book. It has a brown paper cover. Inside the first date is 2 Oct 1940. There are handwritten notes and drawings on; Theory of flight, Parts of a Tiger Moth, Avro Anson, Wirraway, Lockheed, Fairey Battle, Auro Trainer ...Collection re Frederick Simons. Refer to Cat No 10159.1. Foolscap sized, lined, exercise book. It has a brown paper cover. Inside the first date is 2 Oct 1940. There are handwritten notes and drawings on; Theory of flight, Parts of a Tiger Moth, Avro Anson, Wirraway, Lockheed, Fairey Battle, Auro Trainer, Lockheed Hudson. 2. Foolscap size, 3 column cash book used as an exercise book. Some of the first pages have been cut out. Trade training course for Aero frame fitter, Rigging, Splicing, Doping, Hydraulics, Metallurgy, Maintenance. The book is cardboard covered with blue and white swirls.1. Front cover shows “41707 LAC F. Simons over riding ACI - MF Brown 10418. Fitter # A R.A.A.F. Ascot Vale, Victoria. Book 1” 2. Front cover printed is: - “E.B. James, Printer, High St, Eaglehawk” Written is “A.C.1 Brown (?) F. 10418. No I.E.S. Ascot Vale, Vic” Crossed out is phrase "Bought Ledger".raaf, aircraft fitter training, trade training manual -
Bendigo Military MuseumPrint - AIRCRAFT, RAAF, Royal Australian Air Force, 1981
... RAAF Diamond Jubilee William (Bill) Thomason Collection Print numbers, Royal Australian Air Force. No. 1 to No. 16 with print No. 3 missing. 1. "1912 Deperdussin" No. 1. 2. 'AVRO AB' INITIO 1921" No. 2. 3. "Wirraway A20-653" No. 4. 4. "Lockheed Hudson" No. 5. 5. 'CAC Wackett Trainer ...Part of the "William (Bill) THOMASON" Collection. Refer Cat. No. 4136P for more items.1. to 15. Prints - gloss white colour paper. Black colour print with illustrations in colour of RAAF Aircraft from 1921 to 1981. This is a RAAF DIAMOND JUBILEE Collection.Print numbers, Royal Australian Air Force. No. 1 to No. 16 with print No. 3 missing. 1. "1912 Deperdussin" No. 1. 2. 'AVRO AB' INITIO 1921" No. 2. 3. "Wirraway A20-653" No. 4. 4. "Lockheed Hudson" No. 5. 5. 'CAC Wackett Trainer 1939" No. 6. 6. "de Haviland DH82 Tiger Moth". No. 7. 7. "Douglas C-47 Dakota 1943" No. 8. 8. "English Electric Canberra". No. 9. 9. "CAC Sabre 1954" No. 10. 10. "CAC Winjeel or Young Eagle 1957". No. 11. 11. "Lockheed C-130 Hercules" No. 12. 12. "CAC-GAF Dassault Mirage 111.Os 1964" No. 13. 13. "Bell Iroquois" No. 14. 14. "Lockheed P-3B Orion" No. 15. 15. "General Dynamics F-111C 1963". No.16. prints, raaf, diamond jubilee, william (bill) thomason collection -
Bendigo Military MuseumDocument - LEAVE PASSES & TRAIN TICKET, RAAF, c1945
... RAAF...Train Ticket...Refer Cat No 1363. Leave passes RAAF Train Ticket 1. Handwritten permission to stand down for LAC Hicks 28/9/45 (written in pencil). 2. ...Refers to service of 51964 L.A.C. Hicks RAAF. Refer Cat No 1363.1. Handwritten permission to stand down for LAC Hicks 28/9/45 (written in pencil). 2. Victorian railway single ticket. Issued at Elmore. NR 2646 5/10/45. Melbourne to Mildura. 3. RAAF leave pass No 2 Op Trg Unit for 51964 LAC Hicks dated 24 Oct 1945. 4. RAAF leave pass for above, dated 7/11/45. permission to proceed to Elmore.leave passes, raaf, train ticket -
Bendigo Military MuseumAccessory - TICKET
... train at Lincoln (UK) station. Cost of the ticket was 1d (1 penny). Item re Frederick Gardner DAVEY DFC No 410533 RAAF. ...train at Lincoln (UK) station. Cost of the ticket was 1d (1 penny). Item re Frederick Gardner DAVEY DFC No 410533 RAAF. ...Holder was entitled to enter the platform but not board a train at Lincoln (UK) station. Cost of the ticket was 1d (1 penny). Item re Frederick Gardner DAVEY DFC No 410533 RAAF. Refer Reg No 3536P for his service details.Cream, cardboard railway platform ticket with red printing front / back. One edge has been clipped.railways, platform, england -
Bendigo Military MuseumSouvenir - RAILWAY TICKET, Bell Punch Coy LTD, C. WW2
... RAAF collection.Refer Cat No 3536P. Souvenir leave pass transport ticket Clipped holes 0n “16” and “Aug” Rectangular card ticket with black type on both sides, front has a red stripe on left and blue on the right, around the outer edges are date spaces which can be clipped to indicate the day used, back has details of train/bus and tram services available for use. ...H.M and Allied Forces on leave (in uniform) day ticket issued to service personnel for use in London during WW2, ticket used on 16th August, year not known. Part of the Frederick Gardner Davey DFC RAAF collection.Refer Cat No 3536P.Rectangular card ticket with black type on both sides, front has a red stripe on left and blue on the right, around the outer edges are date spaces which can be clipped to indicate the day used, back has details of train/bus and tram services available for use.Clipped holes 0n “16” and “Aug”souvenir, leave pass, transport ticket -
Bendigo Military MuseumCard - POSTCARD, PHOTOGRAPHIC, RAAF Directorate of Public Relations
... Printed in black below photo: DEFENCE SERIES No 140 "WACKETT" TRAINER: THIS STURDY TRAINER, DESIGNED AND BUILT IN AUSTRALIA IS NOW IN PRODUCTION FOR USE IN RAAF ELEMENTARY FLYING TRAINING SCHOOLS. ...Photography cards RAAF Training Printed in black below photo: DEFENCE SERIES No 140 "WACKETT" TRAINER: THIS STURDY TRAINER, DESIGNED AND BUILT IN AUSTRALIA IS NOW IN PRODUCTION FOR USE IN RAAF ELEMENTARY FLYING TRAINING SCHOOLS. ...Item re Frederick Gardner DAVEY DFC No 410533 RAAF. Refer Reg No 3536P for his service details.Black / white photo postcard featuring an aircraft with RAAF markings.Printed in black below photo: DEFENCE SERIES No 140 "WACKETT" TRAINER: THIS STURDY TRAINER, DESIGNED AND BUILT IN AUSTRALIA IS NOW IN PRODUCTION FOR USE IN RAAF ELEMENTARY FLYING TRAINING SCHOOLS. Handwritten in blue in on back: Mrs I Davey Pres CWA Strathdalephotography, cards, raaf, training -
Bendigo Military MuseumWork on paper - LETTER & ENVELOPE, 1945
... RAAF. Refer Reg No 3627.5 for his service records & collection. friends visiting war over soon .1) Printed in red top L: Train symbol, Taunton: ELECTRICITY Electricity symbol: BUCKLAND Phone symbol: ST MARY 223 Printed in red top R: BUCKLAND HOUSE BUCKLAND ST MARY CHARD SOMERSET .3) Handwritten in blue ink: R Allardice .1) & .2) 2 page letter, off white, red letterhead, handwritten in blue ink, written on both sides. .3) Envelope, off white, blue postage stamp, stamped Somerset. ....1) & .2) Addressed to R C ALLARDICE who spent leave time with the people in Somerset. The letter is signed off: Lillian & George. .3) Addressed to R C ALLARDICE 418577 RAAF. Refer Reg No 3627.5 for his service records & collection..1) & .2) 2 page letter, off white, red letterhead, handwritten in blue ink, written on both sides. .3) Envelope, off white, blue postage stamp, stamped Somerset..1) Printed in red top L: Train symbol, Taunton: ELECTRICITY Electricity symbol: BUCKLAND Phone symbol: ST MARY 223 Printed in red top R: BUCKLAND HOUSE BUCKLAND ST MARY CHARD SOMERSET .3) Handwritten in blue ink: R Allardicefriends visiting, war over soon -
Bendigo Military MuseumUniform - COAT, RAAF, 1943
... RAAF. Arthur enlisted on 21.5.1943 age 18 years. He trained at various places, some including Narrandera, East and West Sale and Rathmines. ...RAAF. Arthur enlisted on 21.5.1943 age 18 years. He trained at various places, some including Narrandera, East and West Sale and Rathmines. ...Uniform issued to Arthur Thomas MANLY No 431130 RAAF. Arthur enlisted on 21.5.1943 age 18 years. He trained at various places, some including Narrandera, East and West Sale and Rathmines. On 8.6.1944 he was posted as an Air Gunner and on 8.12.1944 he reached the rank of Flt Sgt. He flew his first Operational flight at sea with No 2 Sqd RAAF on 21.12.1944. He embarked for Balikpapan on 12.6.1945 with 2 Sqd Mitchell Bombers. He flew 19 Operational sorties which included 5 strikes and attacks. He was discharged on 22.1.1946 with the rank of WO11.RAAF Staff Sgt, service jacket, blue. Chest (L) has 2 x WWII ribbons & Air Gunner's Badge buttons are darkened brass. Light blue cloth eagles sewn on each shoulder. It has 4 pockets & the waist belt is stored on rear of jacket in loops. Trousers not included.uniiform, raaf, ww2 -
Bendigo Military MuseumBook - LOG BOOK, FLYING, RAAF, Observer's, Air Gunner's and W/T Operator's Flying Log Book
... RAAF. Refer Cat No 3117 for his service history. military history - records / air force log book Hand written on bottom centre cover: "G Marriott" Inside cover: "ACI Marriott 1750 W/T Operator Mechanic" Rear: "Units served in - No 1 FTS, Signal School Lav. No 2 Sqn, No 1 A/C Depot" Aircraft flown - "Avro Trainer ...Item relates to George William Alfred MARRIOTT RAAF. Refer Cat No 3117 for his service history.Royal Australian Air Force. Blue buckram hard covered book, black printing, not illustrated, approx 150 pages.Hand written on bottom centre cover: "G Marriott" Inside cover: "ACI Marriott 1750 W/T Operator Mechanic" Rear: "Units served in - No 1 FTS, Signal School Lav. No 2 Sqn, No 1 A/C Depot" Aircraft flown - "Avro Trainer, Demon, Anson, Wapiti"military history - records / air force, log book -
Bendigo Military MuseumPoster - POSTERS, AIRCRAFT, Post 1990
... Set of colour posters of RAAF aircraft produced for RAAF Diamond Jubilee. .1) 1912 Deperdussin .2) Avro 540K .3) Reproduction of 1934 Laverton Air Display .4) Wirraway .5) Lockheed Hudson .6) Wackett Trainer .7) Tiger Moth DH82 .8) Dakota C47 .9) Canberra Bomber .10) Sabre Jet F-86 .11) CAC Winsteel Trainer .12) Lockheed Hercules C130 .12) Dassault Mirage 111-0 .14) Bell Iroquis Helicopter .15) Lockheed Orion P-313 .16) General Dynamics F111 Bomber ...Bendigo Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo goldfields documents-posters military history - airforce Raaf Set of colour posters of RAAF aircraft produced for RAAF Diamond Jubilee. .1) 1912 Deperdussin .2) Avro 540K .3) Reproduction of 1934 Laverton Air Display .4) Wirraway .5) Lockheed Hudson .6) Wackett Trainer .7) Tiger Moth DH82 .8) Dakota C47 .9) Canberra Bomber .10) Sabre Jet F-86 .11) CAC Winsteel Trainer .12) Lockheed Hercules C130 .12) Dassault Mirage 111-0 .14) Bell Iroquis Helicopter .15) Lockheed Orion P-313 .16) General Dynamics F111 Bomber Poster POSTERS, AIRCRAFT ...Set of colour posters of RAAF aircraft produced for RAAF Diamond Jubilee. .1) 1912 Deperdussin .2) Avro 540K .3) Reproduction of 1934 Laverton Air Display .4) Wirraway .5) Lockheed Hudson .6) Wackett Trainer .7) Tiger Moth DH82 .8) Dakota C47 .9) Canberra Bomber .10) Sabre Jet F-86 .11) CAC Winsteel Trainer .12) Lockheed Hercules C130 .12) Dassault Mirage 111-0 .14) Bell Iroquis Helicopter .15) Lockheed Orion P-313 .16) General Dynamics F111 Bomber documents-posters, military history - airforce, raaf
