I think that the very last job I did in the RAF was to sit at the end of the runway with Stu Hall and a test box and checked the IFF’s of those first six a/c away. Then I left the RAF on terminal leave and drove out of the gates forever. Many friends and colleagues were on the “Conveyer”

John

My old man was one of those on the Conveyer!

Fast forward some 20 years and I was doing the same point and shoot IFF checks on Tonkas in sandy places, probably with the same test equipment too!

I’d certainly like to see any pics you have Rod!

I printed the report out yesterday and am about half way through it, i’ve had to re-read some of it just to make sure i understood how foolish some people had been. I shall post again once i’ve got to the end, probably next week! So far i think it is very well written and doff my hat to Mr H-C

Lightninglady.

I apologise for my earlier comment about 770 being tarted up just for the LPG, trust me when I say that this was meant as a joke!

I only asked 320 psi’s advice about how complete she is as he’s been in the lightning game for a long while and generally knows the status of most lightning survivors.

I’m all for her getting some attentions and look forward to seeing the results. Best of luck with your project!

We also dont want those umarked (non serial numbered) American diplomatic Scarebus pilots taking off from gatwick, and panicking when they look down and see the canopy open and taxi lights on.. imagine it “Jeeeees, that Mig down there is covered in A’rab writing, with missiles on it”, a ton of chaff later!

I seem to remember that our septic tank amigos laid waste to a couple of ex Kuwait examples at Ali Al Craphole, again, thicker than a horse on toast, they thought they were migs of some description.

Linky thing

Milt, thanks for the latest installment of you epic saga down at Gatwick! Glad to hear that you have hopefully sorted the leak out with a little time and a whole lot of PRC! It’s about the best sealant that I’ve ever used! Good to hear that you’re getting close to plumbing the engines in! Do they need much dressing? Did you get all the ancilleries with them or have you had to source the parts from elsewhere?

Peter, I always enjoy reading about your progress with this old girl. I have a question though, all the parts you are seeking, why do you need them? Were the originals removed/stolen/damaged/corroded beyond repair? Just curious to know that’s all!

Keep up the great work!

Congrats on your new easter gift! I look forward to reading about your restoration. Always good to see aircraft saved!