HS Trident G-AWZK opening day at Manchester

The Trident Preservation Society, together with TAS Manchester and Manchester Airport formally opened Trident Three, G-AWZK “Zulu Kilo” at the MAN Aviation Viewing Park today. Present were a group of around 60 former pilots, engineers, cabin crew and others who have been associated with the aircraft throughout its design, build, operation and retirement and restoration:

Capt. Tony Angus originally accepted the aircraft from Hawker Siddeley on 16th October, 1971

Capt. Angus cuts the ribbon

A Rolls-Royce RB162-83 boost engine on loan from the Mosquito Museum, London Colney

Capt. Peter McLeland looking very at home in his old seat!