G-BPIV has never flown with the Mk.1 nose attached.
The important thing is 2 soft pink bodies got into the aircraft and 2 soft pink bodies walked away from her.
It “looks” serious however nothing is impossible in Warbird restoration and I am getting good vibes about this one.
Thanks for the address, as soon as I know that their is an appeal I will be sending a cheque. I will join the society anyway, its just that its a rather large cheque (for me anyway) and I dont want to send it if its already covered by insurance. Just being cautious thats all.
I too have just called Hendon. The nice lady on the end of the line said it was hearwarming that so many people cared 😀
A bit of a bugger really. Where do I send my cheque to help with the restoration? really glad to hear that all are ok.
Ashley
I know its an impostition but any chance of finding out more about the damage.
Specifically did the undercarriage collapse or was it retracted (for whatever reason – i’m sure the accident investigation will give the reason so I’m not worried about that.) and more importantly were the engines turning when she hit. I am worried about shock loading and her engines are not easy to come by.
Thanks in advance.
MOTF
I have sent you my details. If there is any chance of getting it going next week I would appreciate it as I have the week off and am planning some interesting trips planned.
MOTF
Hmmm not often is it that I reply to a “fantasy” post, but this I couldnt resist.
Black 6 – Because it should be flying anyway.
The Typhoon or the Tempest – because I really want to hear a Napier sabre.
Finally, the Battle, as a memorial the those who flew knowing full well that they were going to get slaughtered, I know its the only one but this flying with the Blenheim would be a true memorial to some very brave men.
Enough dreaming, back to reality.
Damien
The Extra 300 sounds like the real thing when rolling along the runway, if a bit quiet, but it doesn’t roll as fast as it should do, you can’t pull enough G and it doesn’t have the vroom-vroom roar when you blip the throttle. Bah humbug. FS 2020 might get it right at this rate…
Doesnt have Denny as a pilot either.:D
PS Getting nervous yet??
Damien
The Extra 300 sounds like the real thing when rolling along the runway, if a bit quiet, but it doesn’t roll as fast as it should do, you can’t pull enough G and it doesn’t have the vroom-vroom roar when you blip the throttle. Bah humbug. FS 2020 might get it right at this rate…
Doesnt have Denny as a pilot either.:D
PS Getting nervous yet??
Nice try phil, i’m in the house by the river next to the big mansion
Never been in there. If you ever find yourself in the George and Dragon in Sutton Courtenay I’m over the road. They know me in the pub.
Philo
That wouldnt be the Crown at Everleigh would it?
(For info its right by the Everleigh DZ and about 15 mins drive from BD)
Me too
Though the weather yesterday can’t have helped – waaaaay too hot
My humble apologies MrB that the weather was not to your liking yesterday. I have made arrangements through my contacts to have it a little cooler today and for the rest of the week.
I do hope you find this satisfactory.:D 😀
NX611 replaced R5868 at Scampton
As we have PO-S in Hendon, why not paint 474 as OL-Q next time round? I think it would be a nice touch.