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MagGregor MG-65

MacGregor MG-65

YEAR AND NUMBER MADE

The MG-65 was built in 1960 to an original design by Wilbur MacGregor and aircraft engineer based in Mount Hope, outside of Hamilton

ACQUIRED FROM:

Donated by Andy Gelston on behalf of Blake James

POWER

Continental S65 -8 engine

PRIMARY USE:

Personal aircraft

HISTORY:

The MacGregor had, neither a radio or other avionics, nor an electrical system and had an engine that must be started by swinging the prop by hand. It is considered an experimental aircraft, hence the warning on its fuselage. “This aircraft is classified in the ultralight category and is operating without a certificated of airworthiness.

STORY:

The short documentary film “Blake” directed by Bill Mason was produced by the NFB in 1969. Filming took place during the fall months of 1967 and 1968. The film is a testimony to Blake James’ search for personal freedom and his love of adventure. It was nominated for the Academy Award in the category of “Best Live Short” and among other awards, won the Grand Prize at the 1971 Melbourne Film Festival. The film opens with Blake dreaming of his next flight. He drops everything, drives to his plane and gathers a few things for a cross country flight in his MG-65. This film can be seen at the museum.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Honorary ownership of the item for one year: July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021
  • One Year Individual Membership to the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre
  • A certificate of honorary ownership
  • Recognition of honorary ownership on display with the aircraft or truck in the museum for the year
  • Opportunity to have your photo taken with or in (where possible) your plane or truck
  • Any donor with a winning bid over $1000 will have their name added to the donor board in the centre's lobby
Organization
Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre
Value
$0.00
Starting Bid
$100.00

Item

# Bid Status By Date
1 $100.00 - -

This auction closed on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 9:00:00 PM.

Pickup Instructions

Shortly after winning your bid on any number of the planes included in the auction, you will be contacted by the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre. Detailed instructions regarding how to claim your winnings, along with each of the included perks will be included in this email.

For any auction related questions, please email [email protected]

Closed on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 9:00:00 PM

About Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre

Adventure takes off at the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre. This one-of-a-kind and interactive museum is located in the historic waterfront hangar of the Ontario Provincial Air Service, which was instrumental in the development of bush flying and forest fire management in Northern Ontario. Explore 24 aircraft exhibits (some you can enter!) including the original De Havilland Beaver aircraft and the CL-215 waterbomber. Learn about flight in the Children’s Flight Centre with hands-on activities the whole family will enjoy. See a viewing of Wildfires!, our award-wining film about forest fire fighting in the North! Find unique gifts and STEM-themed toys in our gift shop. Get inspired with a guided tour about the development of bushplanes and forest fire management – available daily 10am and 2pm. Get “buggy” with Entomica Insectarium when you select the Adventure Pass admission option. Our Event Centre is perfect for weddings, birthdays, and corporate and social functions. The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre makes an excellent day trip for school field trips and recreational bus tours.