World War II
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Kiwi Aircraft Images : PBY5a Catalina
Consolidated PBY5a Catalina Background Fifty-six Catalinas (NZ4001-NZ4056) operated with the RNZAF between 1943 and 1953. Provided under lend/lease arrangements these were a mix of non-amphibious Consolidated and Boeing built aircraft. The Catalinas operated with No's 5 and 6 SQNs and No3 OTU, based at Hobsonville and various points in the Pacific. They were engaged in anti-submarine, shipping ...
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