1943 Curtiss Wright P-40N-1"Kittyhawk"
s/n 42-104687 VH-ZOC
+G.S.T. (if applicable)
All air to air photos copyright Rob Fox
Specifications
Airframe:
265 Hrs since restoration by Pioneer Aero, NZ
Engine:
Allison V-1710-115
265 Hrs SMOH by Cascade Engines, WA. (Bill Moja)
Propeller:
Hamilton Standard 22E50
265 Hrs SMOH by Safe Air Ltd, New Zealand
Calendar due 2024
Avionics:
TRIG TY91 VHF
TT21 Transponder
Exterior:
Stock Military, 112 Sqn RAF.
Interior:
Stock Military,
Annual:
Due 9/10/2020
History:
VH-ZOC Curtiss P-40N Kittyhawk c/n 28449. Built to USAAF order as 42-104687 but diverted to the RNZAF as Kittyhawk Mk IV NZ3215. Sold for scrap post-War and remained at Asplin's Supplies, Rukuhia New Zealand, 1952-60. Rescued and the hulk was eventually purchased by Allan Arthur and exported to Australia. Restoration work at Wangaratta and Deniliquin. Restoration completed at Pioneer Aero, Ardmore, New Zealand. Restoration completed 2006. Shipped to Australia in August of 2006 and registered VH-ZOC. The P-40N is painted in RAF 112 (Shark) Squadron green livery (with Code GA-Q). RAF 112 Sqn fought against Rommel in the Middle East during WWII.
Location:
Albury, NSW, Australia
