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The stories behind the planes
The history of Aviodrome is borne by people with a special passion. Our volunteers not only know the technical details of the aircraft, but also share the personal stories that go with them. Many have spent hours restoring the aircraft, with every screw and panel telling a memory. They connect past and future, making aviation history tangible for everyone.
Volunteer stories
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Avionics Engineer Erling
"It is a privilege for me to work on the aircraft here every Saturday with a team as passionate as I am."
- Erling, volunteer and Avionics Engineer
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Airline pilot Willem
"I flew on the Boeing 747 as captain myself for many years and now it's right here in my backyard in Lelystad."
- Willem, volunteer and former pilot
About the restoration projects
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The Fokker S.IV
The Aviodrome workshops in Lelystad are currently working with dedication and skill on the restoration of a unique piece of Dutch aviation heritage: the Fokker S.IV with registration number 108. This project, which has been in preparation for some time, marks not only a technically challenging undertaking, but also a tribute to an important chapter in Dutch aviation history.
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The spill writer
A volunteer from Stichting Collectie Aviodrome has restored a morse writer from 1878. The device was used to test the morse skills of telegraphers in training, including military personnel, and to transmit messages on paper. January 11 is "Learn Your Name in Morse Code" day. Morse was first demonstrated on this day in 1835 by its inventor.
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The Grumman S-2 Tracker
Aviation Museum Aviodrome has in its collection an old Royal Navy Grumman Tracker. This historic aircraft, once used to track and fight submarines, was made partially operational by volunteers, with working right engine and hydraulic systems for folding the wings. Together with an original aircraft tractor, the Tracker is a valuable addition to the museum's collection.
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