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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D-Day 80: Yorkshire Air Museum Unveils New Theme for 2024-2025

The Yorkshire Air Museum (YAM) has announced the launch of "Elvington 44/45 – The Fight…

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Air Mobility Command Museum News -Curtiss C-46 Commando, Restoration

By Noah Stegman Rechtin Almost a year after the Air Mobility Command Museum (AMCM) at…

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Newark Air Museum Gifted Objects by RAF Museum

PRESS RELEASE The ownership title of several objects that had been on long-term loan to…

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A Golden Anniversary for SUN ‘n FUN

By Aaron Haase The 2024 edition of the annual SUN 'n FUN Fly-in in Lakeland,…

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Flying EE Lightning Project Leaves U.S., Focuses on New Jet

PRESS RELEASE In 1997, the Anglo American Lightning Organisation (AALO) was founded by Andrew Brodie,…

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Old Rhinebeck’s Spirit Of The Aerodrome Gala and Iron Maiden Fokker Fabric Raffle

Press Release Cole Palen's Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome is a non-profit gem in the Hudson Valley…

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Warbirds Over Wanaka 2024

From Friday March 29th to Sunday March 31st, 2024, the 15th installment of the world-famous…

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Newark Air Museum Chinook Restoration Update

PRESS RELEASE Following the arrival of Boeing Chinook HC.1 ZA717 from RAF Cranwell back in…

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Fundraiser Closing in on Target to Save the Last Beverley

By Zac Yates The Solway Aviation Museum (SAM)'s crowdfunding campaign to save Big Bev, the…

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Restoration Outlook for 2024 at Newark Air Museum

PRESS RELEASE During 2023 volunteers at Newark Air Museum (NAM) logged in excess of 18,300…

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