I saw this on the Antique Airplane Association’s site…
There are several photos of a very accurate SE-5A replica flying with an original Hispano-Suiza powerplant…and some other original bits.
http://www.antiqueairfield.com/
It’s a site worth book marking if you’re interested in between the war civil aircraft.
Yes, most of the planes are American…but it also gives you a glimpse into the U.S. antique (non-warbird) aircraft scene. Basically, it’s a group of knowledgeable and talented restorers doing unheralded work at the “grass roots” level.
Also posted are some recent videos of a D.H. 89 flight…
By: bazv - 28th May 2010 at 23:50
Just beautiful 🙂
By: DazDaMan - 28th May 2010 at 23:46
Fantastic! 🙂
The SE5a has been a favourite WW1 aircraft for a long time – just pipping the Dr.1 to the post! 😉
By: pagen01 - 28th May 2010 at 21:36
Very nice, always had a soft spot for the 5A.
By: The Blue Max - 28th May 2010 at 21:32
It is a beutifull machine, it was for sale a while back,. obviously he didnt sell it:)
By: PaulR - 28th May 2010 at 21:21
Christ! That’s not a replica, it’s an artwork! And I’m serious, it is a work of art. Absolutely superb.
And that website is bookmarked, thank you very much.
By: AdlerTag - 28th May 2010 at 20:16
Agreed! Amazing to think of the effort the builder must have gone to, both in terms of sourcing original parts and scratch building some seriously complex items like the radiator. I hope it gets the attention at Oshkosh that the builder deserves. 🙂
By: SE5AFAN - 28th May 2010 at 19:11
Absolutely superb.
Thanks for posting
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