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The Queensland
Air Museum presents its collection of historic operational
aircraft engines in a special display of aviation horsepower.
The awesome sight and sound of a 1500 horsepower 14 cylinder
radial engine powering up is an unforgettable experience
and one that you wouldn't want to miss.
The museum's operational engines and aircraft cover a range
of engine designs dating from the 1940s. Visitors are encouraged
to inspect the engines between runs and talk to the volunteers
who restored them.
THE ENGINES AND AIRCRAFT
CAC Wirraway aircraft fitted with a Pratt & Whitney R-1340,
9cylinder radial engine.
Pratt & Whitney R-2000 from a Caribou aircraft, 14 cylinder
radial engine, mounted on a purpose built test truck and
fitted with a club propeller.
de Havilland Gipsy Queen from a Dove aircraft, 6 cylinder
inline inverted engine.
Franklin 6V4C from a helicopter, 6 cylinder horizontally
opposed vertical engine.
THE DISPLAY
Each engine will be run a number of times throughout the
day.
Scheduled
Run Times:
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11:00am
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12:30pm
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2:00pm
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Note:
The actual engines and aircraft running are subject to serviceability
and may vary without notice.
The regular museum display of over 50 aircraft and aviation
memorabilia is included in the entry fee.
CATERING
An all day BBQ Sausage Sizzle will be in operation with
cold drinks, tea and coffee available for purchase.
ADMISSION CHARGES
Adult $12
Concession $9
Child $7
Family (2 adults, 3 children) $26
Price includes regular museum display.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Phone (07)
5492 5930
Email: ocw@qam.com.au
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