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Miles M. 38 Messenger 2A ZK-AWE
Miles M.38 Messenger 2A ZK-AWE (msn 6717), somewhere in New Zealand. Built as G-AKKL by Miles (Northern Ireland Ltd.) at Newtownards it was registered to Godfrey Holmes Ltd. at Lincoln on 14 April 1949 and exported to New Zealand in October 1950. Date: 1950s-1960s
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1949 1950 1950s 1960s Exported Godfrey Holmes Lincoln Messenger Miles Newtownards Registered Zealand
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This photograph showcases the Miles M.38 Messenger 2A ZK-AWE (msn 6717), a classic aviation icon that graced the skies of New Zealand during the 1950s and 1960s. Originally built as G-AKKL by Miles (Northern Ireland) Ltd. at Newtownards, this aircraft underwent registration with Godfrey Holmes Ltd. in Lincoln, England, on April 14, 1949. Following export to New Zealand in October 1950, ZK-AWE became a cherished addition to the country's aviation landscape. The Miles M.38 Messenger 2A is a versatile aircraft, designed for both training and utility purposes. Its sleek design and distinctive features make it a popular choice among aviation enthusiasts. In this image, we see ZK-AWE gracefully taking flight against the backdrop of a clear blue sky, embodying the spirit of adventure and innovation that characterized the golden age of aviation. The Miles M.38 Messenger 2A ZK-AWE remains an important piece of New Zealand's aviation history, a testament to the enduring allure of flight and the indelible mark left by pioneering aircraft manufacturers like Miles (Northern Ireland) Ltd.
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