Last weekend saw some end of year celebrations at the beautiful little private airfield out at Luskintyre in the Hunter Valley, NSW.Mottys-Luskintyre-DEC-2018-02328-ASO

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As is often the case, it was a great opportunity to see some rare and unusual types turn up for the day. Of particular interest this year was Roy Fox’s lovely Klemm. An unusual looking machine that was recently restored by the dedicated team at Luskintyre Aircraft Restorations.Mottys-Luskintyre-DEC-2018-00615-Klemm VH-UUR-ASO

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Based just down the road at Maitland, the team from Paul Bennet Airshows are always regular visitors and can be relied upon to put on some great displays.Mottys-Luskintyre-DEC-2018-03013-Paul Bennet-Wolf Pitts Pro VH-PVB-ASO

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Also locally based, Beech Adventures were there too, with their beautifully restored Beech 18.Mottys-Luskintyre-DEC-2018-05305-Beech Adventures-Beech 18 VH-BHS-ASO

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There were, of course, a few Tigermoths and other types around for the afternoon and Santa Claus even made an appearance in a Stearman with a bag of goodies for the kids.Mottys-Luskintyre-DEC-2018-02199-ASO

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A great way to round out the year at this lovely little airfield. Thanks to all involved for a great afternoon. 

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