An impressive line up of DC-3s from Qantas, Mandated and Patair. The occasion is believed to be the first Goroka Show, an event organised by Australian administrators to bring harmony between the warring tribes of the Eastern Highlands. The show continues but is now held to coincide with Independence day in September. It draws international crowds wanting to experience the colourful cultures of Papua New Guinea.

Built by Fairey Aviation at Ringway, first flying on 23 October 1952. It served 613 (City of Manchester) Squadron from June 1954 until March 1957.

Built by Canadair in 1953 with USAF funding with RCAF serial 19612 allocated, but delivered direct to the RAF as XB738, serving No. 3 Squadron with code 'H'. To Speke on 24 October 1955 and overhauled by Airwork General Trading and painted in USAF markings but with RCAF serial. Delivered to Naples in early July 1956 and onwards to the Yugoslav Air Force.

Five Sea Venoms stored by Stretton's Aircraft Holding Unit. WW276 is second from left, with XG614 beyond it.

A cabin interior of the mid-1950's. BEA's Viscount 701 fleet had a mixture of forward and rear facing seats, as shown in this view looking rearwards down the cabin. Three seats on the port side and two seats on the starboard. Typical seating and net luggage racks with no doors. Ventilators in the cabin sides. All very period!