Historical Aircraft Restoration Society

The Historical Aircraft Restoration Society was formed in 1979 by a group of aviation enthusiasts interested in the preservation of Australian Aviation History. Since that time the Society has come a long way, but our mission remains the same: "To recover and where possible restore to flying condition, aircraft or types of aircraft that have played a significant part in Australian Aviation History both in the Civil and Military arenas".

The aim of this web site is to give a broad, if only brief, insight into the Historical Aircraft Restoration Society (HARS) and it's goals and achievements.

Since its humble beginnings back in 1979, the Society has restored a large number of aircraft and our fleet now comprises a commendable collection ranging from the small Cessna C-180 and a DeHavilland Tiger Moth right through to the pride of the fleet, the Lockheed Super Constellation (Connie).

In November 2002, the Society relocated its operations to The Illawarra Regional Airport, Albion Park Rail. In recent years, our significant growth in aircraft acquisitions has required the Society to seek a more permanent facility capable of expansion to house our aircraft. The Illawarra Regional Airport is an ideal location and it will allow the Society to establish a world class Flying Museum.

Museum & Hangar Construction News Visit to our Site by NSW Premier ( Rees) NSW Premier REES visits our Facility to launch the new Air Ambulance Service. More Details & Photos ... The Latest From HARS Lawrence Hargreaves Day Flyover On Wednesday 12th November 2008 HARS Aircraft participated in the Annual Lawrence Hargreaves Memorial Day. 3 HARS Aircraft flew up the South Coast Beaches to Stanwell Park to arrive over the festivities at 1.15pm. Best viewing points were Stanwell Tops, on the northern beaches as the Aircraft turned over Stanwell Park, and on the City beaches as the Aircraft returned to Albion Park. Aircraft involved were Super Constellation VH EAG. C47 Dakota VH EAE, C47 Dakota VH EAF. Photo`s by Dick Simpson Tony Duggan 08 Nov 2008 Click Here To View Previous Articles.

Aviation Events Coming Soon Indicates HARS Aircraft Attending (Click event for details) Saturday, December 6 • 11:00 am -12:30 pm : Connie VIP Flight