Zac Yates

Zac, born and raised in New Zealand, grew up immersed in aviation, with his father working as a helicopter crewman and living at Wanganui Airport. His passion for aviation started in childhood, building scale model kits and following the global warbird scene and later trained as a journalist. Now residing in Blenheim, near the historic Omaka Aerodrome, Zac studies history. Known as "Handbag" in aviation circles, he shares his love for aviation through photography and writing, connecting with enthusiasts worldwide.
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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Martin AM-1 Mauler Bu.No. 22275

Randy Malmstrom looks at the history of the Martin AM-1 Mauler and Jack Erickson's example…

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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Douglas AD-4W Skyraider Bu.No. 126867

By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…

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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa/Oscar 750

Randy Malmstrom takes a look at the history of the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor…

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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Caproni Ca.20

By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…

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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: FHCAM’s Ilyushin Il-2 Shturmovik

By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…

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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Flug Werk Fw-190A-8/M “Weiße 11”

By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…

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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Hughes H-4 Hercules, AKA the “Spruce Goose”

By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…

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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Lockheed P-38 Lightning N2114L

By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…

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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: Planes of Fame’s Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-15bis

By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…

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Randy’s Warbird Profiles: CAC Mustang N551D

By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history…

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