Perhaps I was merely questioning the general principle of ‘there’s a cheap aircraft, grab it’ which has prevailed within the country as a whole. How many Vulcans were purchased with special tools (fly-away packs), spare tyres, spare brakes, even towbars! I speak with the experience of a time served aircraft engineer, military and civil, well used to looking after large aircraft outside. Remember that they are looking after an aircraft which is to remain 100% servicable, not some pile of corroding aluminium in a shed. The support required is enormous as the Lindy / Tina crews will testify!
When I use the term ‘museum’, I mean it to relect a museum, not the private groups.
I am assured by other sources that a tow bar arrived with the jet and a Houchin is on its way. The aircraft is fully servicable and in pristine condition (even new tyres) and a reconditioned fire protection system. Lindy’s crew are looking after it while a team from Kinloss remove a few bits, and no doubt the museum will contribute as much as it is able. Generally speaking, she has a good home.
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