History Mystery Monday: What do you know about Essendon Airport?

Essendon Airport has been a part of the Moonee Valley landscape for almost a century. We’re sure many residents of the area have memories and stories associated with the airport, and we’d love to hear them! Family united at Essendon Airport, 1948 . Museums Victoria Collections. Did you or a family member work at the airport? Did you ever fly in or fly out? Do you have any old tickets, souvenirs or newspaper clippings? The Civil Aviation Historical Society wants your local knowledge about this iconic landmark in Moonee Valley’s history! A message from the Civil Aviation Historical Society to you, the Moonee Valley community- The centenary of Essendon Fields Airport will occur on the 11 August 2021 . It was on that date in 1921 the Commonwealth Gazette formally notified the purchase of 91 acres of land at North Essendon for a government aerodrome. The Civil Aviation Historical Society (CAHS), based at Essendon Fields, is presently compiling a history of the airport for publication a