What you have to realise is, not all restorations are carried out at Duxford – ie ARC, TFC etc. there’s more to the world of historic aviation than bloody Duxford.

Is that the 2nd time the F15 has been refurbished? Surely the replica Mustang would be be suitable outside the AAM?

Be nice if they spent some time n effort on the Shack. That’s never been repaired since big storm. But hey – All hail the mighty IWM ,,,,,,,,,,,!!!!!!!

Bruce, I also offered my time to a local ATC but when I offered to give aeroplane related talks, talk about our Spitfire and bring the Merlin in, the senior people involved had no interest at all. They only wanted to talk about guns marching and other trivia!!! Then they wondered why numbers were falling. I pointed out “Air training corps” I was basically told not to come back. So, the kids lost out!!!
So, no one can say I didn’t try, as for risk assessments,,, I gave them
All I had for the Merlin, insurance the lot. They then wanted to know about noise levels. I said – it’s loud and powerful – then left.
Like I said, there loss, I won’t offer again.

Steve

I’ve known Andy in Beds for many a year and he’s a good bloke and always helpful. Like me, he speaks his mind. Some don’t like it, but, I’ll not change and I doubt Andy will either. It takes all sorts to make a world. Just get on with it take the rough with the smooth.

Steve

Get the shoes – a book won’t keep ya feet warm n dry unless you burn it.
Shoes, it’s a no brainer.

The only special relationship was when president Blair was having his aris reamed by daub ya — ooh give me more georgie boy mmmmmmmmmmmmm

Percy

Still seems to be more than in Burma, how far down was the crate ,,,, sorry, I couldn’t resist it.
Good to see these pieces of history being given due respect.

Percy.