News on social media this morning that Yak-3 ZK-VVS “Full Noise” has suffered damage after an aborted take-off at Omaka, NZ. Pilot un-injured thankfully. Prop torn off, mangled cowling panels and obvious damage to the port wing leading edge. Fingers crosses she’s repairable and best wishes to the owner.
By: Zac Yates - 5th August 2023 at 09:41
Posted six days ago:
Breaking News! ️
Brace yourselves for the next chapter in the adventure that is Full Noise!
️ We can finally confirm that starting in August we are going to embark on the restoration and revival of our beloved fighter plane.
As you can imagine its been a challenging 3-month journey post-accident, and we are grateful for your support in all that we do. Now it’s time to get back out there and take on our new adventure that is reviving our Yak3 Full Noise
♂️ We’ve gathered together a talented team of engineers, artisans and fabricators and of course they’ll be lead by our resident Yak expert Jay McIntyre of @jemaviation . Jay is currently overseeing the rebuild of another Yak-3, a Yak-7 and a Yak-9 – the only place in the world where this is happening – so who better to lead the charge as we journey toward that first post restoration flight ✈️
Join us for exciting and exclusive updates as we labour with love to get our iconic World War II fighter back where she belongs-up in the wild blue. We’ve got loads of exciting updates and ideas in store for you and we also want to hear from YOU throughout this journey
Follow us on social media for an insider’s look at what will be a thrilling project-your very own backstage pass, together we will be celebrating history, preserving a piece of aviation heritage and ensuring the future legacy of Full Noise
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By: DH82EH - 18th May 2023 at 00:43
Always so glad to hear that no one has been seriously hurt.
Much respect to the pilot for giving a first hand report during what must be a very difficult time. My very best to you sir.
By: Mothminor - 15th May 2023 at 19:41
Enjoyed seeing Full Noise at Reno a few years ago. Glad to hear the pilot was unhurt and wish the team all the best. Hopefully Full Noise will take to the air again in the future.
By: Prop Strike - 15th May 2023 at 16:28
This posted by the pilot/operator
”Firstly thank you to all those who have contacted us with support after my accident yesterday, It’s very humbling. I’m fortunate to be unhurt, a testament to the strength of the Yak-3 design.
There’s no hiding from the fact that we’ve damaged Full Noise after overrunning the end of the runway at our home airfield after an aborted take-off. It was a split second decision I made but I’d like to impress that the airplane was running fine at the time. I’d rather not Monday morning Quarterback the reasons for the accident, the reality is in the photos.
You’ll see we’ve recovered her and from some angles she doesn’t look too bad. We will assess her future over the next while and of course keep everyone updated on progress.
A huge thank you to Jay and the team from JEM Aviation Ltd for recovering Full Noise, Sharn and team from Marlborough Aero Club – M.A.C for their quick response, Graham and Jane Orphan from Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, Bill Reid and the many Omaka Airfield residents that came to help.
Thank you again and here’s to Full Noise 2.0”
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By: Prop Strike - 15th May 2023 at 16:22
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By: trumper - 15th May 2023 at 09:23
Thankfully the pilot is ok , well done on him
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