Went over to the MAM today (wish i’d worn more layers though!), had a great time as I always do when there, and many thanks to Phantom Phixer for showing me and my dad around and into the Canberra, Whirlwind and Hind (although felt a bit worried when the wind started rocking the Whirly when I was in it!). Anyway, here’s some pictures of the excellent exhibits, well worth a visit even if you’re not local
Anyway, here’s some of the photos I took today
The Hunter has to be one of the best looking fixed wing aircraft, XF382 is looking tip-top after the repaint etc
Sea Vixen looking good in the sunshine
Always thought the Argosy looks quite nice, despite it’s massive size
Love the look of the Whirly and good to see it getting the same treatment as the other airframes – a lot of Whirlys i’ve seen look as if they’re about to fall apart
Model of a jet powered flying wing – I think it’s the Armstrong Whitworth AW.52
One of quite a few good cartoons depicting aircraft – can’t remember the artists name, think it was something Aitken. Anyway, this depicts the prone pilot Meteor and was my favourite 😀
Early Whittle engine, the W.1/700 as flown in the Gloster E.28/39 and Gloster Meteor F.1’s
By: robmac - 4th December 2006 at 00:03
The support is always out there Bex. The aviation community are a good bunch and will always lend a hand if need be.
By: bexWH773 - 3rd December 2006 at 23:43
I’m sure it’ll look good Bex, but it takes a long, long time. You have all the time in the world, so don’t worry about it. 😉
Rob thanks for ya support as always, I have to be honest I try an look at Malcs Cranberry at least once a day, not just for a “Cranberry Fix” but just to remind myself that ok Ive got a heck of a jigsaw puzzle but look at what can be done with a bit of hard work. And also thanks to the email support from U, Martin, Malcom & Les I know I’ll get there er eventually LoL. Bex
By: robmac - 3rd December 2006 at 23:31
Dave T, thanks for the Cranberry Fix LoL Once Ive got 773 looking as good as Malcs then I’ll let u all know, and if I dont do a better job than Malc then I’ll just go an hide & cry and pretend I didnt do it LoL an to qoute a well known scoundrel “Its not my fault” LoL Bex
I’m sure it’ll look good Bex, but it takes a long, long time. You have all the time in the world, so don’t worry about it. 😉
By: bexWH773 - 3rd December 2006 at 21:48
Dave T, thanks for the Cranberry Fix LoL Once Ive got 773 looking as good as Malcs then I’ll let u all know, and if I dont do a better job than Malc then I’ll just go an hide & cry and pretend I didnt do it LoL an to qoute a well known scoundrel “Its not my fault” LoL Bex
By: robmac - 3rd December 2006 at 21:28
One is that all, i took about 25 pics of her last time i went (for shame).
Still it is good to see the right hand phantom but is it me or is the insignia at the back got grey paint on it ? or is it just the angle of the pic ?
curlyboy
It’s not the light or been painted grey my friend, it’s the insignia thats been peeled off. The grey that you can see is the original grey from it’s previous scheme. 😉
By: Dave T' - 3rd December 2006 at 21:22
Great pics Rob one question, any pics of Malcs beautiful Cranberry by any chance? Just for us Canberraholics as Phantom Phixer called me earlier LoL. but hey at least i know me left from me right tee hee. Bex
Malc’s baby….
By: cessna152towser - 3rd December 2006 at 21:06
Great pics, thanks for posting. MAM is one of my favourites – a good collection maintained in good condition and a well stocked shop. I just wish the train people on the site next door would learn to care for their rolling stock the way MAM care for their aircraft.
By: bexWH773 - 3rd December 2006 at 20:52
Great pics Rob one question, any pics of Malcs beautiful Cranberry by any chance? Just for us Canberraholics as Phantom Phixer called me earlier LoL. but hey at least i know me left from me right tee hee. Bex
By: Arabella-Cox - 3rd December 2006 at 20:47
One is that all, i took about 25 pics of her last time i went (for shame).
Still it is good to see the right hand phantom but is it me or is the insignia at the back got grey paint on it ? or is it just the angle of the pic ?
curlyboy
By: Rlangham - 3rd December 2006 at 20:27
Ah, knew I took a photo of the Phantom, here it is
Would definitely like to see the Whirly in early Bristows livery, off the top of my head all preserved Whirlwinds in civilian colours are in the later livery like it is at the minute
By: robmac - 3rd December 2006 at 20:22
Nice shots Rob. MAM are doing a great job restoring the outside aircraft. Think the Whirlwind is to be restored in early Bristows colours and possibly the Argosy is next?
Yes the Argosy is next, but not till next year Albert.
By: Phantom Phixer - 3rd December 2006 at 20:16
I was probably corrected my error while you were……………..having a cuppa. LOL
By: ALBERT ROSS - 3rd December 2006 at 20:16
Nice shots Rob. MAM are doing a great job restoring the outside aircraft. Think the Whirlwind is to be restored in early Bristows colours and possibly the Argosy is next?
By: Phantom Phixer - 3rd December 2006 at 20:15
Yes yes everyone I’d already noticed and put my hand up. I hard a hard day working at the museum. Unlike some serial Tea Drinkers. Hey ROB!!!!!!!
Anybody else want to have a pop at me please feel free or forever hold their silence.
2 mins to get your micky taking in and then its silence in the ranks
By: robmac - 3rd December 2006 at 20:13
Dammit! You got in just before me!!
By: Dave T' - 3rd December 2006 at 20:12
Did you say the right ? Surely you mean the left !?! 😮
Edit: Now we’ve ascertained which is right (or is that left :diablo: ) a few more….
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By: robmac - 3rd December 2006 at 20:11
Evening Dave.
I look after the one on the right along with Rob Mac. Lovely isnt she?
You mean the one on the left Mart, we look after the one on the left :rolleyes:
By: Phantom Phixer - 3rd December 2006 at 20:10
Never quite mastered left or right honest. And before any one takes the mickey (Rob) I do manage to find my way to the correct aircraft. I can recognise her.
By: Phantom Phixer - 3rd December 2006 at 20:09
Or even the left. Sorry long day
By: Phantom Phixer - 3rd December 2006 at 19:58
Evening Dave.
I look after the one on the right along with Rob Mac. Lovely isnt she?
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