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Fletcher FU24 ZK-CAY
Fletcher FU24 ZK-CAY (msn 79), of Thames Aerial Topdressing Co. Ltd. at Whenuapai, NZ, with a Royal New Zealand Air Force Douglas DC-6 in the background. (This aircraft was destroyed on 10 April 1979, during top-dressing operations at a farm air-strip). Date: 1964
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1964 1979 Destroyed Fletcher Operations Whenuapai Zealand Air Strip Douglas Top Dressing
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This print captures the Fletcher FU24 ZK-CAY of Thames Aerial Topdressing Co. Ltd. in all its glory, with a Royal New Zealand Air Force Douglas DC-6 looming in the background at Whenuapai, NZ. The juxtaposition of these two iconic aircrafts against the clear blue sky is truly a sight to behold.
The Fletcher FU24 ZK-CAY, with its distinctive design and powerful presence, exudes a sense of strength and capability as it stands ready for its next top-dressing mission. This particular aircraft, bearing msn 79, played an integral role in agricultural operations during its time in service.
In contrast, the tragic fate that befell the Royal New Zealand Air Force Douglas DC-6 on April 10th, 1979 serves as a somber reminder of the risks involved in aviation activities. Despite its destruction during top-dressing operations at a farm air-strip, this aircraft remains immortalized in this photograph as a testament to its service history.
As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time from 1964, we are transported back to an era where flight was still considered a marvel of human ingenuity. The legacy of these aircraft lives on through images like these that capture their essence and preserve their memory for generations to come.
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