At HARS, we have people from all walks of life. What sets us apart are the many retired and active Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, Professional Pilots and Cabin Crew who either have or still work for Qantas. We are dedicated to Australian aviation history, and our collection of flying, under restoration and static display aircraft is testament to that. "Not bad for a bunch of old people".

Describe what people can expect.

The best description is "TARDIS". I have lost count of the people I have shown around who are literally amazed at what they see. I guess our advertising needs to be more spectacular.

Is HARS a standard museum?

Absolutely NOT!!! When you visit, a tour guide will escort you and show you all that is here. At HARS, you will be walking through operational hangars, able to get up close and personal with our aeroplanes and even explore some of them.

Southern Cross Replica Wing Progress - Historical Aircraft Restoration Society

The lower wing skin is now complete except for a couple of inspection and drain holes which will be installed prior to the epoxy varnish coating. The wing needs to be rolled over to give access to the upper side. This will likely take place in early February. The wing will then go back pretty much where it is now. The centre section will again be supported along with cradles and tie downs out near the wing tips The wing is very true. We can look forward to fitting the top skins soon. This is an exciting leap forward for the restoration of this magnificent replica.