Qantas, which stands for “Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services,” was founded in 1920 in Winton, Queensland, Australia. However, the company soon moved its headquarters to Longreach, where it established its first operational base.
The Qantas Founders Museum in Longreach, Queensland, Australia, is home to Qantas’ first hanger and workshop. It’s main attraction is a retired Boeing 747-238B 1970’s era aircraft, which was once part of the Qantas fleet. The aircraft, which is known as VH-EBQ, was delivered to Qantas in 1979 and served the airline for over 20 years, flying on both domestic and international routes.
In 2002, the aircraft was retired from service and donated to the museum. Visitors can take a guided tour of the 747, which includes access to the cockpit, cabin, and cargo hold.
In addition to the 747, the Qantas Founders Museum also has a range of other aircraft on display, including a Boeing 707, a Super Constellation, a DC-3 and a WW2 era Catalina Flying Boat. These aircraft provide visitors with a good opportunity to learn about the history of aviation and the role that Qantas has played in the development of air travel in Australia.
4 responses to “The Qantas Museum in Longreach”
Interesting, hopefully I’ll see it one day.
Bloomin’ good stuff thanks Grumpybum.
Great pics made very interesting by the narrative.
Keep them coming Grumpybum
Terrific, great wrap of Qantas Museum thanks Bruce
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