Exhibition
Hunter Warbirds is a fascinating journey through aviation history.
Hunter Warbirds celebrates the role of the Upper Hunter people in supporting military and civil aviation during times of war and peace, from WWI to the present day, illuminating the tenacity and generosity of the Australian spirit.
Journey
Hunter Warbirds takes you on a journey from WWI to the present day and celebrates the role of the Upper Hunter people in supporting military and civil aviation.
Discover
Discover exciting digital displays and unexpected stories of victory, courage and sacrifice.
Experience
Experience our extraordinary aircraft collection for the first time in a state-of-the-art, purpose-built space.
Always changing
Hunter Warbirds is a living exhibition, fluid and constantly evolving. The collection and exhibition elements can and will vary over time, creating a fresh experience for the returning visitor.
Fly a Spitfire
Experience what it was like to fly a Spitfire in our simulator, which is equipped with authentic Spitfire controls.
Col Pay’s aircraft collection
Hunter Warbirds features the Col Pay Collection of flying fighter aircraft from World War I and World War II and beyond. Pay pioneered the restoration and display of legendary flying machines in Australia. His legacy is carried on today by the Pay family.