Assuming the draw down of USAF forces at Mildenhall continues, HC-130J and MV-22 to Europe and KC-135 and RC-135 to Fairford, dates vary but 2027 seems a often quoted date. Then time scale for the return of USAF operation to MOD and subsequent sale or lease to Marshalls would seem to be a convenient coincidence. It would appear to tick all the boxes, long runway, existing hangars, large parking /storage ramps and ample room for expansion. Probably the two most important factors are Mildenhall is close enough to transfer existing staff and it is probably the only place in the country where the locals are happy to live near an airfield. Many already work on the base as civilian contractors and will appreciate the employment. With the right planning and incentives Mildenhall could become an important part of the UK aviation scene.

A few questions.
Have any of the RNHF aircraft appeared on the CAA register ?
When they do lets hope the paper work will allow a quick transition for engineering and pilot training and let us continue to see the aircraft flying regularly around the UK.
Regarding engineering support for the current RNHF who employs the men and women. Is there a core team of permanent staff, like the BBMF, or do engineers just ‘drop in’ when their day job allows.
As a private ‘Trust’ will these existing engineers be transferred from the MOD or will a whole new team have to be recruited.
Understand that the RNHF have a hangar at Yeovilton. Will this still be available free of charge and in the long term could it be made accessible for public visits.
Finally let us hope that the familiar RNHF sales caravan can still be seen out and about at UK airshows, even if the aircraft are not available public exposure and fund raising is still most important.

What is the construction work for ?

Very sad that 9 sqn at Lossimouth can not keep the complete Tornado ZG775.
After being the first operational RAF Tornado squadron with continuous service. The Squadron deserves better than just a tail to remember past endeavours. After all what use is the airframe now ?

Are the airliner repaints being sponsored by British Airways ? They are planning a lot of PR regarding their 100th Anniversary. Including painting B747 and A319 in BOAC and BEA schemes.

http://www.forums.airshows.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=82923

Interesting comment about the tyre tread pattern. Why would NF require a different tyre ?

Or indeed JP843 in Canada ? Hope that project is alive and well. Not seen any reports from there recently ?