VH-ZOC - 1943 CURTISS P 40N KITTYHAWK
Aircraft Summary
General
Year
1943
Manufacturer
CURTISS
Model
P-40N KITTYHAWK
Registration #
VH-ZOC
Serial Number
42-104687
Condition
Used
Total Time
265
Description
VH-ZOC Curtiss P-40N Kittyhawk c/n 28449. Built to USAAF order as 42-104687 but diverted to the RNZAF as Kittyhawk Mk IV NZ3215. Sold for scrap post-War and remained at Asplin's Supplies, Rukuhia New Zealand, 1952-60. Rescued and the hulk was eventually purchased by Allan Arthur and exported to Australia. Restoration work at Wangaratta and Deniliquin. Restoration completed at Pioneer Aero, Ardmore, New Zealand. Restoration completed 2006. Shipped to Australia in August of 2006 and registered VH-ZOC. The P-40N is painted in RAF 112 (Shark) Squadron green livery (with Code GA-Q). RAF 112 Sqn fought against Rommel in the Middle East during WWII.
Airframe
Airframe Notes
265 hrs since complete restoration by Pioneer Aero, NZ
Engine
Engine 1 Time
265
Engine 1 Overhaul Type
SMOH
Engine Notes
Allison V-1710-115
265 Hrs SMOH by Cascade Engines, WA. (Bill Moja)
Props
Prop Notes
Hamilton Standard 22E50
265 Hrs SMOH by Safe Air Ltd, New Zealand
Calendar due 2024
Avionics
Avionics/Radios
TRIG TY91 VHF
TT21 Transponder
Exterior
Exterior Notes
Stock Military, 112 Sqn RAF. 9/10
Interior
Interior Notes
Stock Military, 9/10
Inspection Status
Inspection Status
Due 9/10/2020
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