Hurn Collection

BAC 167 Strikemaster Mk. 84 312
Republic of Singapore Air Force - BAC 167 Strikemaster Mk.84 312 (msn EEP/JP/1932) at Hurn Airport on 11 July 1970. Date: 1970

Westland SA. 341 Gazelle AH. 1 XZ333 - A
Westland SA.341 Gazelle AH.1 XZ333 / A (msn ), at Hurn Airport for the Bournemouth Air Festival on 5 June 1988, Date: 1988

BAC One-eleven 475 prototype G-ASYD
British Aircraft Corporation One-eleven 475 prototype G-ASYD (msn 053) at Hurn Airport, on 25 January 1973. Date: 1973

Piper PA-28-161 Cadet G-BXTZ (msn 2841181), of Bournemouth Commercial Flight Training, at Hurn Airport. Date: circa 2005

BAC 167 Strikemaster Mk. 84 313
Republic of Singapore Air Force - BAC 167 Strikemaster Mk.84 313 (msn EEP/JP/1933) at Hurn Airport on 11 July 1970. Date: 1970

Cessna F172 616
Royal Saudi Air Force - Cessna F172 616, at Hurn airport, prior to delivery. Date: circa 1965

Christchurch BH23 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Christchurch BH23 6

Motorcycles on the start line at the MCC Members Meeting, Brooklands, 10 September 1938
New Imperial 1936/7 496 cc.Reg. No. FMC310. Event Entry No: 1. Rider: Hurn, J.C. Ariel 497 cc Reg. No. ADY53. Event Entry No: 2. Rider: Coleman, N. BMW 494 cc. Entry No: 3. Rider: Tisdall, M.W.K. Tr

young girl standing John W Hurn American died 1887
young girl, standing; John W. Hurn (American, died 1887, active Philadelphia, Pennsylvania); 1865 - 1870; Albumen silver print

The first BAC One-Eleven, G-ASHG, makes its maiden flight at BACs Hurn factory on 20 August 1963

BAC One-Eleven final assembly line at Hurn. 27th May 1964. Date: 1964

The first BAC One-Eleven, G-ASHG, at BACs Hurn factory prior to its first flight

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"Hurn: A Hub of Aviation Excellence" Located in Christchurch, it has witnessed the soaring success of various iconic aircraft and vehicles. From the Westland SA. 341 Gazelle AH. 1 XZ333 to the BAC One-eleven 475 prototype G-ASYD, this airfield has been a witness to groundbreaking innovations. The Piper PA-28-161 Cadet G-BXTZ and the BAC 167 Strikemaster Mk. 84 312 & 313 have also graced its runways, showcasing their prowess in flight. Not limited to just planes, it has seen other remarkable machines like the Cessna F172 616 taking off into the skies with grace and precision. Beyond aviation, Hurn's significance extends further as it is home to Christchurch BH23 6 Map - a testament to its geographical importance. Delving into history, we find motorcycles revving up on the start line at MCC Members Meeting held at Brooklands on September 10th, 1938; an exhilarating sight for all motorsport enthusiasts present. Hurn's legacy continues with milestones such as witnessing the maiden flight of G-ASHG - The first BAC One-Eleven that took off from its very own factory assembly line. This marked another triumph for both Hurn and British Aerospace Corporation (BAC). Speaking of factories, one cannot overlook the bustling final assembly line dedicated solely to crafting these magnificent BAC One-Elevens at Hurn itself; a testament to precision engineering and dedication towards excellence. And let us not forget about Airspeed AS-57 Ambassador which added yet another feather in Hurn's cap by showcasing its exceptional design and performance capabilities.