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  CA-16 Wirraway Serial Number A20-687  
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Daniel Leahey 2000

Aircraft History
Built by Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation (CAC). Constructor Number 1139.

Wartime History
During December 1944, Delivered to Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) as CA-16 Wirraway serial number A20-687. In July 1959 stricken off charge.

Restoration
During the 1970s, this Wirraway was restored by Ron Lee, Dick Hourigan and Pat Capron in the markings of CA-9 Wirraway A20-561 which served with No. 4 Squadron during World War II. Loaned to the RAAF Museum  at Point Cook for static display. Then purchased by then during mid 2000.

References
ADF Serials - Wirraway A20-687

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Last Updated
January 11, 2024

 

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