Duxford Monday 1st June:
The distinctive harsh sound of a Griffon 65 was heard today:
At the same time (and not too different), the distinctive harsh sound of two chainsaws and a wood chipper:
I was pleased to note the job was done by tree fellers. Apparently the tree was being dismantled for storage, and may be restored when funds permit.
Duxford Sunday 31st May:
The poor weather today put a stop to the Wing-To-Wing sortie, Spitfire MH434 and Dragon Rapide G-AKIF got no further than the holding point:
Based Delfin G-BYCT was luckier, finding a late break in the rain for a local flight, accompanied by visiting Jet Provost XN637:
Visiting Vivat motor-glider:
Duxford Tuesday 26th May:
The Lockheed 10A looked even better in the sunshine this morning, with departure at 1115.
Only 46 days till the next polished two-engined twin-finned Lockheed at Duxford.
Hornet Moth ‘Ariadne’ was training today:
Duxford Monday 25th May:
Once again, Memorial Day in the USA was marked by a service at Madingley American Cemetary, and once again ‘Sally B’ paid her very special tribute.
Part of TFC’s fleet on return from airshow duty in France:
A Czech CitationJet CJ4 arrived, heralding a notable arrival:
Lockheed 10A N241M arrived from Wick at 1725:
The Electra also carries her original 1937 Czech registration ‘OK-CTB’, as operated by the BATA Shoe Company until the outbreak of war. She escaped to London and later served with the Royal Canadian Air Force. After many years of private ownership in the USA, she has just completed a five year restoration and is on the way home to Prague.
The Electra is planned to depart Duxford to Lelystad around 1000 tomorrow. Will Pen Pusher be first in the queue as usual?
Many thanks to the pilot and owner of a very remarkable veteran aeroplane. We have suggested she returns to the UK soon!
Duxford Saturday 23rd May:
I’m sure there will be plenty of photo coverage from today’s event on the airshow forum, but I’d like to mention one very significant item. Sally B was featured as centre-piece in the VE Day formation, marking 40 years since her arrival at Duxford. I can’t describe how much we owe to a small band of volunteers, but maybe one picture will do the job:
Duxford Thursday 21st May (Part 2):
Warbirds galore today, and all eclipsed at 1551 with the appearance of:
Duxford Thursday 21st May (Part 1):
Another very busy day at Duxford with lots to report.
The fences at the AAM have been moved back. The B-29 and F-100 should make good subjects at the weekend:
Arriving for airshow duty were BE.2e ZK-TFZ/A2943 and Yak 3M G-CGXG:
The HAC Hurricane was busy, flying in the new markings for the first time:
Spitfire Tr.9 PV202:
Practising for the weekend were the RV8tors and based Beaver G-DHCZ:
Visiting Chipmunk OY-ATO/P-129 departed for tomorrow’s event at Old Warden:
Duxford Tuesday 19th May:
By opening time, Victor XH648 was back in her usual spot outside Airspace:
T-33A 14286 is now inside Airspace:
The B-29A has returned to the AAM apron:
There were several heavy showers today:
TFC’s Gladiator and Hawk 75 are scheduled to appear at La Ferte Alais at the weekend:
The Aerostars Yak 50s were practising today:
Visiting AAC Apache:
Come on now! Are you unaware of the Duxford diurnal owl – Tyto Duxfordiae Diurno?
Sadly, Hangar 3’s owls are a serious problem.
( Inset not to scale!! )
Duxford Sunday 17th May (Part 2):
Some more from today:
Proctor IV G-ANXR:
Vega Gull G-AEZJ:
Messenger 4B G-AKVZ:
Hornet Moth G-ADNE:
Tipsy Belfair G-APIE:
Pietenpol Air Camper G-BUCO:
Spitfires BM597 and MJ627:
Many thanks again to TT and team.
Duxford Sunday 17th May (Part 1):
Flickr seems to be playing up at the moment, so just a few shots to start with. Today was a Bonus Day Fly-In featuring the Vintage Aircraft Club, and there was a wonderful turnout of vintage and classic types. Starting with a very special machine, the DH.90A Dragonfly G-AEDU:
Duxford Friday 15th May:
Catching up, the B-25 moved from the AAM to Hangar 5 yesterday. Here’s a picture of half of it:
At lunchtime, the U-2 fuselage made the journey to Airspace:
Some shuffling was required:
Next to move is the T-33:
TFC had another busy day, the Hawk 75 and Wildcat flew and there were more engine runs:
Spitfire BM597 left for a weekend in Kent, while MJ627 was giving rides:
The Blenheim I spent the day at Odiham:
A new Duxford resident, L-29A Delfin G-BYCT (‘Rebel 1’)which arrived this afternoon:
A visiting Auster AOP.9, G-AZBU:
Duxford Wednesday 13th May:
It was indeed Mustang heaven today, with 5 practice display sorties from The Shark.
Also cavorting today were Yak 3 D-FLAK and TFC’s Spitfire V EP120:
Deux chasseurs francais de deux guerres:
The F-111E has moved, but remains a challenging subject for photographers:
The B-29 again:
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