Percival Proctor 5 ZK-AQZ

A fine example of a traditional British touring aircraft, ZK-AQZ is named "The Spirit of Wairarapa". Developed from a long line of Percival aircraft, including Jean Batten's radio training aircraft in WWII. The Proctor uses traditional 1930 - 40's construction techniques. Tubular steel forms part of the airframe, with laminated wood and ply covering and fabric control surfaces. The undercarriage is fixed, but the wings can be folded to save hangar space.

Proctor 5 Details

First Flight	1939 (Mk 1)	Manufacturer	Percival Aircraft
Role	4 seat touring	Production	150

Power Plant	Gipsy Major 6 cylinder in line 208 HP
Max Speed	137 knots	Cruise Speed	132 knots
Range	434 nautical miles	Ceiling	14 000 feet

Comments: ZK-AQZ was imported into NZ in 1948. Over 1990-1993 AQZ underwent a complete rebuild and now represents a stylish era of flying with a spacious cabin, leather seats, and a splendid view of the countryside.

The following notes courtesy of Philip Treweek:

ZK-AQZ (c/n Ae143) ex G-AHGN was built at Luton and first flew on October 27, 1948. The aircraft was imported by Ernie Clark, the New Zealand Percival agent, and used as a demonstrator. He retained the aircraft until his death in December 1964. The aircraft then passed through various owners including Airwork (NZ) Ltd, B.R.Cragg, A.J.Robinson, Scotts Engineering Ltd, and P.Dyer. In 1972 the aircraft went to the Golden Age Flying Society (GAFS) at Omaka, near Blenheim. When this ceased its activities in the late 1970's, its assets passed to the Sport and Vintage Aviation Society (SVAS) at Masterton. The aircraft was only displayed in a static condition for some years. However, in 1990 restoration work began supported largely by Lottery Board funding. Many hours and approximately NZ$60,000 later, AQZ made its first official post restoration flight on October 10, 1993 in the hands of John Lanham. Today the aircraft remains at Masterton with the SVAS.