A Winjeel for my Aussie friends

evangilder · 04-24-2007, 11:10 PM

I took some shots of this one taking off after the Riverside show and had no idea what it was. After doing a little reading, I found out it is a Commonwealth Winjeel. It is likely the only one in North America. The paint scheme in historically incorrect, from what I understand, but it's still pretty cool that an indigenous Australian plane ends up all the way here in the states.

Wildcat · 04-25-2007, 12:36 AM

Very cool Eric! I believe I read about this a while ago heading off to the US. Should be something different for you blokes to have a squizz at. Excellent pics as always.

Heinz · 04-25-2007, 04:01 AM

Awesome shots!

I reckon and Im biased of course but as roundals go the Australian Kangaroo is the best format!

Wildcat · 04-25-2007, 04:20 AM

My favourite RAAF roundel was the blue and white pacific version like in your sig Heinz. The roundel on the Winjeel doesn't look quite right..

Wurger · 04-25-2007, 04:59 AM

But Evan's pics are very nice.

Maharg · 04-25-2007, 05:16 AM

Great pics M8.

Have a look at this if you want more.
Clyde North Aeronautical Preservation Group - CNAPG.

evangilder · 04-25-2007, 07:01 AM

Wow, great site!

That Winjeel has been showing up all kinds of places. I snapped off those shots while walking out of the show. It looks unusual and interesting, so I took a few shots. It was at Chino a couple of weeks back. I have a feeling we'll be seeing a lot of it. Now to get in touch with the owner for some air-to-air and maybe an article....

Wildcat · 04-25-2007, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by evangilder

Now to get in touch with the owner for some air-to-air and maybe an article....

Hell yeah, go for it Eric!

Wurger · 04-25-2007, 12:18 PM

Yes,very nice site !!!