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Black, William Arthur (Bill)

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1943 -

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

BLACK, William Arthur (Bill) interviewed by Morag Forrester

 Record Group — Box: 53
Identifier: H0565
Overview William Arthur (Bill) Black has become a well-known figure both in aviation circles and among the general population of New Zealand as a result of his search and rescue activities in the south. From a young age he developed a keen interest in aeroplanes and bought his first Tiger Moth while still a teenager. Only a couple of years later he was working as a commercial pilot for Te Anau-based company, Ritchie Air Services, when as well as scenic flights he was providing air-freight services for...
Dates: 2007