We own and fly an AC-47 Gunship restored as the one in which John Levitow earned the Medal of Honor in.
American Huey 369 Organization (some 8000 plus members and growing) was formed for the specific purpose of Preservation, Education and Paying Tribute to ALL Veterans / Patriots. Together with a Museum / Hanger, 2 restored Vietnam era Hueys that fly, the current restoration of a six year Vietnam Veteran B-Model Gunship back to flight and plans in place to build “The National American Huey History Museum” (a 30,000 square foot facility) our members will educate ALL generations to the history of the American made Icon “The Huey”!
Ashburton has a strong aviation history, being a training base in World War 2. There were 50 Tiger Moths based there. The original tarmac and tie-down rings are still there to this day. These helped to secure the planes from Mid Canterbury’s strong nor-west winds.
The Ashburton Aviation Museum is well worth a visit.