Does anyone have any details or recent pics of this aircraft, recovered from an Irish loch in i think the 1970’s/80’s and under long term restoration?
I seem to recall it was beautifully preserved and mostly complete when recovered, and i’m curious to know if the restoration was or will be completed.!
By: Wyvernfan - 31st March 2025 at 12:11
Thanks for that TT… any other pics of the progress in her restoration would be welcome.!
By: Tropic Thunder - 31st March 2025 at 12:11
it was a Wildcat JV482
http://forum.keypublishing.co.uk/search.php?searchid=2625903
By: Tony Kearns - 31st March 2025 at 12:09
Hi Wyvernfan,
My good friend Ernie Cromie, Ulster Aviation Society covered the story of the recovery from Portmore Lough in Aeroplane Monthly Nov 1984.
The attached pic was taken on a visit to the Society’s new location at Long Kesh during a visitors open day in August last year. Full marks for the hard work undertaken by the members. I can scan the article for you if you wish, no problem!
Tony K
By: Wyvernfan - 31st March 2025 at 12:08
Hi Tony,
Thanks for the pic.. its good to see her making slow but steady progress towards completion. Yes please feel free to scan the article as i’m not sure i read the first time round.
Rob.
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