Getting back on topic and with DCW otherwise engaged elsewhere today, after a lot of pushing and pulling with a bit of chopping down, the Amiot AAC.1 Toucan/(Junkers Ju52/3M) is now parked air side up by the American Air Museum until a bit of remedial work has been completed and then it’ll move for static in next the air show.

Brian

Cheques in the post 😀

Brian

I am on the side of anyone who needs to see a specific a/c, goes all the way to Duxford only to find its not there after all these years. They are the IWM property but we pay the entrance fee!

Then more the fool the person for not checking to see if it is there first before making the journey.

Brian

My take on the movements today with some interesting photo opportunities presenting themselves in the car park between the two hangars.

Brian

Either that or he’s got a bloody big stepladder…..

Monopod :diablo:

Brian

A delivery at ARCo this afternoon. It beats a container :diablo:

Brian

Monday 23rd – A Quiet Day At Duxford. 😀

2x T9 Spitfire’s up and down like yo-yo’s all day. Mk VIII Spitfire(D-FEUR) left for home, HAC Nimrod went up for an air test and was taking off again as I left. OFMC P-51 ‘Frankie’ flew with some aerobatics thrown in and a Cy-29(HA-YAO) arrived first thing and parked up in the ARCo compound and the Catalina did some low power engine runs. Apart from that, and Classic Wings flying, a quiet and sunny day and BT still haven’t fixed my phone line yet so no piccies. 🙁

Brian

From the IWM Web Site

10am-6pm

For this new event, we partner the iconic Spitfire with stunning classic cars, represented by car clubs such as the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts Club. Hear the unmistakable roar of the exhilarating engines that power these thrilling modes of transport.

We are delighted to confirm the following line-up:

Spitfire 1A, Aircraft Restoration Company (flying and static display)
Spitfire V, Historic Aircraft Collection (flying and static display)
Spitfire IX, Old Flying Machine Company (flying and static display)
Spitfire IXT, Air Leasing (static display)
Spitfire IXT, Aircraft Restoration Company (static display)
Spitfire, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (flying display; exact aircraft to be confirmed)
Spitfire XIX, Rolls Royce (flying and static display)

Discover Vintage presents a vintage fair in the Conservation Hall in AirSpace. Exhibitors will be selling vintage fashion, homeware and curios from the 1930s to the 1950s. Enhancing the nostalgic atmosphere will be a gramophone DJ and singing group. If you wish to be part of the vintage fair as a trader, please go to http://www.discovervintage.co.uk.

Aircraft Restoration Company will be offering on the day a rare opportunity to sit in a real Spitfire. This costs £15 per person and includes a souvenir T-shirt and photo opportunity. All proceeds go to the Blenheim Restoration Fund.

For a great day out why not order a Picnic Hamper and enjoy a perfect ration-free picnic lunch for two.

The museum will be open from 10am until 6pm. There will be separate flying displays between 2pm and 4.30pm.

All flying is subject to weather, serviceability and operational commitments.

Book tickets to Spitfires, Merlins & Motors

If you would like to book a designated area for your car club, please call 01223 499 307. Individual classic car owners are invited to participate – if you arrive in a classic vehicle you can benefit from a reduced admission fee of £9.95.

Cost:
Tickets can be purchased online or by calling the Box Office on 01223 499353. Advance booking closes on 31 July.

Adult £17.00
Child (under 16) Free
Senior/Student £13.60
Unemployed (with ES40) £13.60
Disabled Adult £13.60
Disabled Senior/Student £11.90
Carer for Disabled Visitor: Free (one free carer per disabled person)
Friends of Duxford Free