Duxford Friday 15th January:
Some spring cleaning in Hangar 2 brought some TFC machines out in the cold sunshine:
Open doors at Hangars 2 and 5:
Sharkie waited until the sun was setting, before a quick trip in some very strange light:
Duxford Wednesday 13th January:
Today’s sunshine meant lots of activity at Duxford. TFC’s Mustang was out for a run and the Boultbee Spitfire SM520 gave some rides before departing (the UK’s first Spitfire sorties of 2016?). The Cosmic Wind was also out for some exercise, and there was a good selection of visiting aircraft:
Duxford Monday 11th January:
Just one picture from yesterday (late again), showing the BGM 109G Tomahawk ground launched cruise missile (and optional manual launch system!) en route to the American Air Museum.
Scheduled opening date is March 19th.
Duxford Sunday 10th January:
A brief sortie from based Cub G-AKAZ allowed a check on Yak 3M G-CGXG, still receiving attention in Hangar 2:
Duxford Friday 8th January:
Sorry for a late report, more computer problems.
Pen Pusher has already listed the moves, so I’ll just add a few more pics from yesterday. Work has not resumed on the new hangar, the framework can be seen in the background of pic below.
The T-28 G-TROY returned to the air late afternoon after a few months rest and recuperation.
For anyone visiting over the next few weeks, the Mess restaurant is closed for refurbishment. Joe’s cafe is open all day and there is a temporary coffee bar in Airspace.
Duxford Monday 4th January:
At last we can offer a few pictures from Duxford 2016, although for most of the day it was the weather which was most interesting:
During the afternoon, we were treated to some Wildcat retraction tests, a fascinating sight:
Today’s obligatory hangar shuffle involved Spitfire TD314, returning to Hangar 2:
With regard to the Halifax nose section, it is not an active project at the moment, remaining in the long queue for restoration:
Finally, just one visitor today:
Another machine on rebuild is the English Electric Wren G-EBNV, with the fuselage presently being tidied up in the workshop. If this picture looks odd, it is because the fuselage is upside down (don’t be confused by the pilot’s seat, it can’t be removed without dismantling the whole structure):
Duxford Thursday 31st December:
As the time approaches to wind up this year’s Duxford Diary, it is also time to say a few words of thanks. I am sure I can speak for all the regular contributors in expressing our gratitude for the assistance and tolerance shown by staff and volunteers on our frequent visits. We are also very grateful for the positive comments posted my many forumites at this time of year.
There is plenty to look forward to in 2016. The first big event will be the re-opening of the American Air Museum in March:
Duxford Tuesday 29th December:
A warm sunny mid-winter day, with lots of activity. Wacky Wabbit had a busy day:
With thanks to all, and best wishes for Christmas and the New Year.
A few badges seen at Duxford this year. Not a quiz, nobody will get them all……
Duxford Wednesday 23rd December:
The ‘Changing Of The Guard’ at Hangar 4 this afternoon saw TD314 return to ARCo:
The very welcome replacement was Mk.I P9374, not seen in public since her return from auction in London last July. There’s no word of the new owner, but the signs are good for a return to the air next year.
Don’t forget IWM Duxford is now closed for 3 days (Dec 24/25/26)
And finally:
Duxford Friday 18th December:
Activity at Duxford is winding down as Christmas approaches, with the significant exception of the new hangar construction. The basic framework appears complete, the full size can now be appreciated:
The Battle Of Britain exhibition in Hangar 4 currently features TD314, while the IWM’s N3200 is absent:
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