About IHFF
Irish Historic Flight Foundation is a fantastic initiative for the aviation industry to celebrate Ireland’s rich aviation heritage.
Our Fleet
Discover our fleet of historic aircraft preserved and operated as a living collection, keeping aviation history in the air.
Our Mission
Learn about our goals to preserve, operate, and share Ireland’s historic aviation heritage with current and future generations.
About IHFF
Irish Historic Flight Foundation
Founded in 2014, the Irish Historic Flight Foundation (IHFF) is dedicated to preserving Ireland’s aviation heritage through the operation of historic, airworthy aircraft. Rather than focusing on static displays, IHFF believes that historic aircraft should continue to fly, allowing people to experience aviation history as it was meant to be seen and heard.
Operating with the support of volunteers, industry partners, and the wider aviation community, IHFF plays an active role in showcasing Ireland’s aviation story at events across the country.
Our Mission
Preserving Irish Aviation History
The IHFF exists to protect, operate, and celebrate historic aircraft connected to Ireland, ensuring that aviation heritage remains active, visible, and relevant.
Preservation
We preserve historic aircraft using best-practice restoration and maintenance standards, safeguarding both the aircraft and the knowledge required to operate them.
Operations
The IHFF maintains historic aircraft in an airworthy condition, allowing them to fly at events and displays throughout Ireland and abroad.
Engagement
Through public appearances, partnerships, and storytelling, the IHFF connects people with Ireland’s aviation heritage in an authentic and meaningful way.
Fleet
Preserving Irish Aviation History
The Irish Historic Flight Foundation operates a fleet of De Havilland and Boeing aircraft. These aircraft represent key chapters in Irish and international aviation history. Each aircraft is maintained in flying condition and tells a unique story of design, service, and legacy.
DHC - 1 Chipmunk
The DHC-1 Chipmunk is a post-war training aircraft that introduced generations of pilots to modern flight.
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Stearman Model 75
An iconic biplane trainer that formed the backbone of Allied pilot training during World War II.
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IHFF Team
The People Behind The IHFF
Board of Directors
The Irish Historic Flight Foundation is guided by a Board of Directors responsible for the governance, strategic direction, and ensuring the foundation operates in line with its charitable objectives.
Volunteers
IHFF is powered by a dedicated team of volunteers, including pilots, engineers, and aviation professionals, who contribute their time and expertise to keep historic aircraft flying.