The Canadian Museum of Flight has aircraft, aircraft engines and other components in storage, all of which form the basis of future restoration projects. Some of these are;
Fleet 80 Canuck. This aircraft is in the restoration process. The fuselage has been fitted out and the engine and wheels removed prior to fabric covering. The fabric covering on the flight controls and landing gear legs have been completed. Structural work on the wings is now complete. The wings have been trial-fitted to the fuselage to check alignment of components. For more details see the Fleet 80 page.
Waco INF. This aircraft has been the subject of a long-term refurbishment. The fuselage has been seen in the Museum as an unpainted 'ghost' alongside its flying brothers. For more details see the Waco INF page.
Fairchild Cornell. Awaiting restoration.
DH60 Moth. Awaiting restoration.
Bell 47J Ranger. Awaiting restoration.
Noorduyn Norseman. Awaiting restoration.
Lockheed Lodestar. An ex-TCA aircraft is under reconstruction in Abbotsford.
McDonnell CF-101B Voodoo. An ex-RCAF fighter, this aircraft is at Shearwater, Nova Scotia awaiting a report on the logistics of transporting the aircraft across the country.
In addition, a number of aircraft engines are in storage awaiting restoration to display condition.
The Museum is always interested in hearing from people with an interest in restoration projects. Work on aircraft that are being restored to airworthy condition is overseen by a licensed aircraft engineer. Many of the Museum projects are restored to display quality and generally are externally complete. These projects may be of interest to the amateur restorer. Do you have skills in woodworking, machining, welding, signage, or a host of other talents? If so call our General Manager, Terry Brunner at 604 532-0035 for more information.