Brisbane Biplanes

09/09/2024

It was great to have Graham attend this years Barnstorming Caboolture Classic and Vintage Fly-In. We had over 34 classic and vintage aircraft attend and over 100 people enjoy the weekend’s events.
Graham was put on the spot to select the ‘Best presented aircraft’ to win the Wally Dalitz memorial trophy. Tim Berrys emaculate Boeing Stearman (VH-YND) was this years winner with some stunning aircraft on display.
We want to thank everyone who came and supported the event and are looking forward to Barnstorming YCAB in 2025!

09/09/2024

Tiger Moth VH-HCI waits for Tiger Moth VH-APB to land on runway 29 at Caboolture aerodrome. Both aircraft operated by Brisbane Biplanes.

04/09/2024

Don't forget to come say G'day this weekend!

Join the Barnstorming Weekend Fly-In at Caboolture Airfield to celebrate vintage aviation and honor war veterans.

02/09/2024

The Boeing Stearman today still retains an aura of nostalgia similar to that of the De Havilland Tiger Moth. Officially Named the Boeing Model 75, This Plane is Almost Universally Known as the “Stearman” after its creator Loyd Stearman in 1927. With war looming the United States Navy and Army pressed this robust aircraft into service with 0ver 10,000 produced by wars end. The Army Designated it the “PT,” the Navy the “N2S”, and the Canadians called it the “Kaydet.” By Any Name, it is Recognized as the Quintessential Primary Trainer for American Aviators in World War II.

With the 220HP Continental and Lycoming engines in short supply in 1940, Stearman aircraft moved to another manufacturer. Powered by a 225HP Jacobs Radial Engine this Stearman gained the designation PT-18. Only 150 of these types were built before the Jacobs engine was prioritised in larger types of aircraft.

SNM wearing US Army Code 122 was built in Wichita, Kansas in 1940 with Bu No. 75-528 and military serial number 40-1971. It served at numerous USAAC Schools in Alabama, Georgia and Texas. At wars end it was surplus to requirements and sold at auction for $700. From here the trail goes cold. Assumed it would have had a similar post war career to many other Stearmans in the agricultural sector as a Crop Duster. It was bought in 1967 and registered N46878, remained with Dave Ledford until 1992 when it was overhauled by Air Repair. An extensive rebuild of the entire aeroplane was carried out and repainted into the classic USAAC Blue and Yellow scheme you see it in today.

‘122’ began its Australian journey when shipped to OZ on the 25th of May 1998 and registered as VH-SNM to Nigel Arnott in Queensland. 122 changed hands numerous times until it was purchased in 2022 from Jim Twiss and ferried from Aldinga in South Australia to its new home and custodians here at Caboolture, Queensland.
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30/08/2024

VH-APB was first built at Mascot, Sydney, in September 1940. Manufacturers number 113, and RAAF serial A17-116. She was a primary trainer in the RAAF at No.7 Elementary Flying Training School based at the Western Junction Aerodrome (now Launceston Airport) in Tasmania. After the end of the Second World War it then went into storage at Pt. Cook. She was subsequently sold at auction to a private buyer in 1946.

Operated by Super Spread Aviation Pty. Ltd in 1956 and registered as APB to Queensland Flying Services in 1957, and subsequently bought by Airplanters of Bundaberg and operated in the Bundaberg region doing seeding and agricultural work. Withdrawn from Service and registration cancelled 15-3-1966.
She was then stored at Roma for several
years and bought by a Mr. Lindenburgh of Pittsworth near Toowoomba. He owned a museum for old cars and artefacts. She was inspected and granted a certificate to be flown from Roma to Pittsworth. The pilot was a Mr. Morris of Sydney University, who tells the following story about the flight:
“On commencing the flight from Roma to Pittsworth I stowed a spare 5gal. drum of fuel in the hopper. Halfway through the journey I noticed the oil pressure dropping. I landed in a convenient field and found the oil level was low. The place was deserted except for an old disused tractor in one corner, so I drained the oil from the tractor, topped up the Tiger and continued on to Pittsworth.”

Fifteen years later, APB was bought by Malvin Carr of Brisbane who found the 5gal. drum of fuel intact and used it in his service station ute for the next few days.
Malvin Carr started restoring her in 1977, and she flew again in July 1989.
David Julian and Isabel Reed purchased VH-APB in February 1998 and flew her commercially as well as flying her around Australia in April 1999.

APB and HCI then passed on to George Gillespie Kierle before being purchased from Luskintyre and flown to Caboolture in 2019.

30/08/2024

VH-APB was first built at Mascot, Sydney, in September 1940. Manufacturers number 113, and RAAF serial A17-116. She was a primary trainer in the RAAF at No.7 Elementary Flying Training School based at the Western Junction Aerodrome (now Launceston Airport) in Tasmania. After the end of the Second World War it then went into storage at Pt. Cook. She was subsequently sold at auction to a private buyer in 1946.

Operated by Super Spread Aviation Pty. Ltd in 1956 and registered as APB to Queensland Flying Services in 1957, and subsequently bought by Airplanters of Bundaberg and operated in the Bundaberg region doing seeding and agricultural work. Withdrawn from Service and registration cancelled 15-3-1966.
She was then stored at Roma for several
years and bought by a Mr. Lindenburgh of Pittsworth near Toowoomba. He owned a museum for old cars and artefacts. She was inspected and granted a certificate to be flown from Roma to Pittsworth. The pilot was a Mr. Morris of Sydney University, who tells the following story about the flight:
"On commencing the flight from Roma to Pittsworth I stowed a spare 5gal. drum of fuel in the hopper. Halfway through the journey I noticed the oil pressure dropping. I landed in a convenient field and found the oil level was low. The place was deserted except for an old disused tractor in one corner, so I drained the oil from the tractor, topped up the Tiger and continued on to Pittsworth."

Fifteen years later, APB was bought by Malvin Carr of Brisbane who found the 5gal. drum of fuel intact and used it in his service station ute for the next few days.
Malvin Carr started restoring her in 1977, and she flew again in July 1989.
David Julian and Isabel Reed purchased VH-APB in February 1998 and flew her commercially as well as flying her around Australia in April 1999.

APB and HCI then passed on to George Gillespie Kierle before being purchased from Luskintyre and flown to Caboolture in 2019.

21/08/2024

These amazing guys Cooloola Coaster will have all the good things on offer (coffee and ice-cream ) at this year's Barnstorming Weekend on the 7/8th of September. So make you sure you book it in to your calender and come along to a great day and night of vintage aeroplanes, good food and drinks and even better company!!

21/07/2024

Was great fun getting these guys airborne and having some formation fun with alittle tail chasing along the way! Keeping the competition alive between the brothers!
Looking forward to show you guys the 600 hp supercharged engine of the T6 Texan.

16/07/2024

💥 Calling all Vintage and Historical aircraft!

Saturday and Sunday the 7/8th of September 2024.

* BBQ Lunch
* all you can eat Woodfired Pizzas
* Live Music
* Bar open at 1700!
* Underwing camping encouraged
* Breakfast on the 8th at 0800 supplied by Bingham Aviation Insurance
* Coffee and Icecream from Cooloola Coaster

To help in the organisation of the event please RSVP to: [email protected]
by the 23rd August.
Tickets are $75 pp which includes 2 drinks with dinner!
* proceeds will be donated to a local Not- for-profit.

16/07/2024

The dynamic duo soaking in that afternoon light 😎

14/07/2024

Thumbs up and smiles all round from this lot. Hard to say who had more fun! Thanks for flying with us Liam and Lochlan. Trading Formula V for a slightly slower paced Tiger, but just as much fun!

08/07/2024

Mick from MMPI Aviation Photography always there to capture such great photos! Thanks again Mick!

06/07/2024

Great shot from of our landing into Toowoomba for the David Hack Classic. Always a great day out!

25/06/2024

Come see us at the Macs Bridge Classic Car & Aircraft Festival on Sunday the 14th of July at Caboolture Airfield. Gates open at 9am and will sure be great day out!

18/06/2024

Great pics again MMPI Aviation Photography. Captured here attending the annual David Hack Classic.

03/06/2024

Thanks so much for the pic MMPI Aviation Photography cracking shots as always

Brisbane Biplanes' beautiful Boeing A75N1 Stearman VH-SNM parked at the David Hack Classic 2024 event.
Toowoomba City Aerodrome, Wilsonton, Queensland, Australia.
Sony A7III + Sony FE 24-105mm F4
1/500sec | f/11 | ISO 320 | 24 mm (effective FL)

03/06/2024

🇦🇺🇦🇺 The restoration on this beautiful old lady, Beaufort A9-141, continues in earnest 🇦🇺🇦🇺

Like and comment below your favourite Beaufort story 💯

18/05/2024

Looking forward to another year raising funds for a great cause.

10/05/2024

Brisbane Biplanes are once again looking forward to supporting and attending the annual David Hack Classic, held on May 19th at Toowoomba Airport!

For those wanting to attend, we are offering discounted Flights to and from the spectacular day in our T6 Texan and Tiger Moth departing Caboolture Airfield.
So what better way to arrive in style!
Limited spots available so give us a call or send us an email!

0417 340 600
[email protected]
* Flight time one way:
Texan 35 minutes (aerobatics inc.)
Tiger Moth 60 minutes

24/04/2024

Keep an eye to the skies as we commemorate ANZAC Day with Flypasts at local services and RSL Sub Branches across North Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast today. Timings below.

T6 and Winjeel Formation:
Samford Valley 0819
Caboolture 0845
Pine Rivers 0900
Bribie Island 0908
Dayboro 1040

Tiger Moth Formation:
Halcyon Gardens 0830
Buderim 0854
Glasshouse Mountains 1015
Maleny 1030

24/04/2024

"As the dawn breaks on April 25 each year, Australians and New Zealanders come together to commemorate a significant chapter in our shared history – ANZAC Day... Yet, beyond the historical remembrance lies a deeper narrative – one that embodies the essence of Australia’s identity and the enduring essence of community and mateship".

Read more from President Major General Stephen Day DSC AM as he reflects on honouring Australia's legacy - https://rslqld.social/3UvJ9b0

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20/04/2024

The weather has held off so far here at the Queensland Air Museum Warbird open day.
Jackson loved his Joyflight in the Tiger Moth! Come on down and say gday!

15/04/2024

Join us at Queensland Air Museums Warbird Open Day this Saturday the 20th of April.
We have seats available in each of our aircraft from Caboolture to Caloundra and back. Your choice to either travel return and enjoy the whole days exhibits and displays or one way if you wish to travel up or back. First in best dressed!
Depart Caboolture 0830. Depart Caloundra 1700

•T6 Texan: $250 One Way or $500 Return
•Boeing Stearman: $225 One Way or $350 return
•Tiger Moth: $150 One Way or $250 Return

We will also be available for Joy flights from Caloundra during the day, so come up and say G’day.

Call Now!
M: 0417340600
E: [email protected]

* All passengers will receive FREE ENTRY to the event.

29/03/2024

It is with great sadness that local aviation legend and World War II Beaufort Pilot, Wally Dalitz has passed away yesterday at the age of 101; one month before his 102nd Birthday.

Joining the Royal Australian Air Force in 1940 on his 18th Birthday, Wally learnt to fly Tiger Moths with No 7 Elementary Flying Training School based out of Western Junction, now known as Launceston Airport. Post 7EFTs Wally went on to advance training on Wirraway then onto numerous twin engine types to get prepared for the war effort before returning as an instructor. After enough instructing Wally was sent to the mighty Aussie built Beaufort Bomber in 1944. Serving with 8 SQN in PNG and the South Pacific, Wally took part of the last Operational Bombing Mission of Beauforts during WW2. He later transfered to 100SQN post war in reconnaissance and survey until 1946.

Post War, Walter taught many pilots to fly in his beloved Tiger and Chippys back home in Nhill and later in Perth until retiring to QLD in 1988. Though not to be grounded completely he became a member of the and helped historical projects like Lang Kidby's Vimmy and Avian projects and of course Ralph Cusack's Beaufort Bomber.

As fate would have it Wally and our Tiger Moth VH-APB (A17-116) have met before. Wally learnt to fly in APB when it was based at Western Junction and later instructed on her and it was an absolute privilege and honour to be able to reunite them last year on ANZAC Day and later on his 101st Birthday.

Walter was one of the last men of that Greatest Generation, willing to sacrifice everything for this country and the freedoms we can so easily enjoy now. One of only a handful of pilots left from WW2, this is a great sadness not only for our small aviation community but for this State and Country as a whole. A man of great aviation passion, tenacity and humour he leaves us to pick up the torch and carry their memories and sacrifices for the next generation to implore.

Blue Skies & Tailwinds Wally.

13/03/2024

Marcus, being an Ex RAF pilot decided some time ago he wanted to take flight in all three of our wartime aircraft to experience what it was like for those young hero’s; and last weekend he finally flew the last one, ‘The Pilot Maker’!
We thoroughly enjoyed spending time with Marcus and hearing about his experiences, it was a pleasure to share the sky with you!

04/07/2023

10/06/2023

Another Stella day flying around Bribie Is, Caloundra and the Glasshouse Mountains

02/06/2023

Every dollar donated goes a long way to getting Wallys' beloved Beaufort flying again at the Australian Aviation Heritage Centre - QLD. Thanks to A Current Affair for sharing this great story!

You would have seen the call out by Wally on A Current Affair to get the Beaufort … Jason Hazell needs your support for Finish the Beaufort for Wally & Ralph

02/06/2023

Tune in to watch A Current Affair tonight at 1900, as we reunite Wally with his Tiger Moth APB. Wally first flew our Tiger Moth VH-APB on the 31 May 1942!
We would love to see Wally airborne in his Beaufort Bomber which is named after him. For those wishing to support the Australian Aviation Heritage Centre - QLD Beaufort restoration project (A9- 141) please jump over to https://www.aahcqld.org.au/

https://www.gofundme.com/f/finish-the-beaufort-for-wally-ralph?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cf%20share-flow-1&fbclid=IwAR3OCnPbMaFi813NQWzaWRotd81qChBaN1NusIEzMIIYGvl-aFOR_vSgfDU

02/06/2023

Another stella winters day to commit