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Cessna 180 Restoration
The owners of this Cessna 180 received an early Christmas present with the completion of the full restoration project.
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Dec 21, 20241 min read
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Aircraft Spray Painting
Our new spray booth is now operational and getting a workout!
It is a welcome addition to our services here at Ultimate Aero.
Ultimate Aero
Apr 30, 20231 min read
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Vintage Glider Project
Work has started on the restoration of the Slingsby T.31B Tandem Tutor sailplane.
Ultimate Aero
Dec 9, 20222 min read
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Bellanca Scout
This Bellanca Scout has had repairs including fabric work, spray painting and refurbishment.
Ultimate Aero
Oct 31, 20221 min read
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Auster J5 Project
This 1943 Auster J5 came in for new paintwork and an interior refurbishment.
Ultimate Aero
Oct 4, 20221 min read
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Piper Super Cub Restoration
This Piper Super Cub came in for major restoration and mods. Now with new fabric, paint & interior, upgraded avionics & engine overhaul.
Ultimate Aero
Aug 31, 20221 min read
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Cessna 172R Total Refurbishment
This project saw a 1970s Cessna 172 with a total refurbishment including airframe, windows, engine, upholstery and avionics.
Ultimate Aero
Jul 11, 20221 min read
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Farewell WACO
Today we said goodbye to the 1938 WACO after 14 years with us.
Ultimate Aero
Jun 17, 20221 min read
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Piper Cub Special Project
This Piper Cub Special has come in for a major refurbishment with a complete fabric replacement and painting to be undertaken.
Ultimate Aero
May 30, 20221 min read
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F1 Harmon Rocket
F1 Harmon Rocket tail dragger, was rescued from the big floods in Murwillumbah in March 2022 and is now being cleaned and repaired.
Ultimate Aero
May 27, 20221 min read
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WACO Restoration
The WACO restoration was completed in 2011. This 1938 WACO holds a very special place in Australian history.
Ultimate Aero
Sep 21, 20201 min read
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Beechcraft Staggerwing Restoration
Nigel Arnot started to restore this beautiful Staggerwing aircraft back in 2001. It has since been sold to someone who is completing it.
Ultimate Aero
Dec 4, 20181 min read
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