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This video shows views from the cockpit of a training aircraft during a day of flying with the Otamatea Flying Club.

This video shows the rollout and the first flight of the first aircraft built by the Academy.

This is the very first cut of the plywood which will become the framework of the new aircraft.

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Alex
John Melville

John Melville, Squadron Leader, Royal New Zealand Air Force (Retired) I am an engineer, horticulturist, and an internet marketer I have a background in aviation engineering and  have become involved in the Otamatea Aviation Academy at the Otamatea High School to assist with their project in building a Cub Flyer and the restoration of an […]

Paul Morrison

Paul E Morrison Director – Otamatea Aviation Academy I have been involved in education from 1972 and after training as a Technology teacher, spent a number of years at different schools. My background is engineering, in the engine reconditioning area, and general machining in light industry. I also spent time in the Merchant Navy. I […]

Matthew

Matthew McRae Where I’m From: Waipu Interests: Music ( Play in a gigging band), Sports (Cricket, Hockey,) Subjects: English, Calculus, Physics, Music, Geography. Future Aspirations: At this stage I am uncertain, But I am thinking of taking a gap year or two to try and pursue a career in music. If this does not eventuate […]

LySang

LySang Kim Date of birth: Aug 1996 Subjects this year: Algebra, English, Physics, Art, Fashion. Interests: Design, Drawing, Computers, Music, Creating things. Thoughts on involvement: I think I am one of the most lucky Cambodian girls that can be part of this academy. Working with an awesome group and interesting projects. It gives me new […]

Joseph

Joseph James Morley I am a student at Otamatea High School and part of the Aviation Academy. Although I was born in Spain I have an English heritage with an English family and my brother, Dad, Mum and I are the only ones living in New Zealand. Some of my hobbies including football, hockey, tennis, […]

Jacob

Jacob Webster Age: 16 From: Paparoa About Me: I enjoying going to the gym, hanging out with my friends and computers. Future Aspirations: I would like to do something in either the air force or army when I leave school because I enjoy working in team environment where we share a common goal.

Hayden

Hayden Lupton I am a proud member of the Otamatea Aviation Academy. I am 16 and year 12 at Otamatea High School. My current subjects for this year are Maths, English, Physics, Engineering, P.E and Study to catch up on the work that I miss out each Wednesday. My hobbies include dirt and skate park […]