Alternative NameSCACDescriptionSouth Canterbury has a long history of aviation.
The first local aviation training began in 1930 at Washdyke, before moving to the Saltwater Creek Airport in 1932.
The South Canterbury Aero Club was officially registered and incorporated in 1946. Please follow the link below to read more about the club's history.
For a detailed account of aviation history in South Canterbury see 'Wings Over South Canterbury' by D.E.Drake. External LinkSouth Canterbury Aero Club: HistoryTimaru District Libraries Catalogue: 'Wings Over South Canterbury' by D.E.DrakeGeolocation[1] Geo AddressRichard Pearse Airport Timaru, Falvey Road, Levels, New ZealandSubjectAviationAssociations and Clubs