Royal Aircraft Factory RE 8 (Replica)

Nick-named the 'Harry Tate' after a music-hall comedian, this stable reconnaissance/artillery-spotting aircraft entered limited service in late 1916.

The RE 8 was the most widely used reconnaissance aircraft used by the Royal Flying Corps and RAF in the First World War from 1917. It served with about 21 Squadrons. Its stability meant it lacked manoeuvrability when attacked. The Vintage Aviator Ltd built this flying replica in New Zealand 2011, using original RE 8 rudder, wing and fuselage parts held by the RAF Museum as patterns. Painted in No. 9 Squadron colours this flying replica has flown extensively in New Zealand and the UK.