Miles M.28 Mercury 6 *reduced*

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity: The World’s Last Remaining Miles M.28 Mercury 6 – G-AHAA. Offered exclusively by Wilco Aviation Wilco Aviation is proud to present a truly extraordinary offering to the market – the last surviving example of the Miles M.28 Mercury 6 worldwide, registration G-AHAA. Currently undergoing full restoration, this rare and historically significant aircraft is situated in Hull – viewings are available strictly by appointment. A British Aviation Icon The Miles M.28 Mercury was developed as a training and communications aircraft during the Second World War. A single-engine wooden monoplane with distinctive twin tail and retractable tailwheel undercarriage, it embodied cutting-edge design for its time. Initially conceived as a replacement for the Whitney Straight and Miles Monarch, the project was put on hold at the outbreak of war. Revived in 1941 as a private venture by Ray Bournon, the Mercury was ahead of its time – featuring retractable landing gear, trailing-edge flaps, and a 500-mile range in the four-seat communications role. Only six examples were ever built, with the Mercury 6 being the final evolution – taking flight for the first time in early 1946. G-AHAA, formerly OY-ALW, returned to the UK after decades in Danish ownership and is now the focus of a dedicated and detailed restoration project. Current Status – A Promising Project Airframe: Complete, dismantled, and extensively documented with photos and detailed sketches. Structurally sound, Aerodux-glued throughout. Wings & Tail: All surfaces stripped of skins and fittings. Tail components fully restored and covered to first stage using the Poly-Fibre system. Undercarriage: Brand new hydraulic brake system and axles, replacing the original cable-and-drum setup. Engine: Blackburn Cirrus Major 3, fully restored in 2020 by Miles McCallum (LAA paperwork included). Accessories such as oil pump and generator require final assembly. Propeller: Original Fairey-Reed prop, fully refurbished by Brinkley. Documentation: Includes original logbooks (German and Danish, with some early British records missing), extensive reference material, and the original UK registration G-AHAA. LAA permit to fly included. An Unrepeatable Opportunity This is a unique and viable restoration project for the serious enthusiast or collector – a chance to return a truly rare British classic to the skies. Enquire today to secure your place in aviation history. Year: 1946 Make: Miles Aircraft Ltd Model: M.28 Mercury 6 Reg Number: G-AHAA Aircraft Type: Project Aircraft Airframe Hours: 1093 (+/- 5hrs) Engine Make: Blackburn Cirrus Major 3 Engine Hours: 0 TSOH (+/- 5hrs) Prop Make: Fairly Reed Prop Hours: 0 TSOH (+/- 5hrs) MTOW: 1135kg (2502lbs) Price: £30,000.00 GBP TeleEmail: This site requires javascript to function. Please activate JavaScript in your browser.