In my book it is perfectly acceptable to like the XVIII, however I would like to point out that it is really better looking with the original XIV rudder. More analogous to the Genesis situation…

So you are saying it is a Trick of the Tail? 😀

Did RAF Milltown have an ‘Area 51’? 🙂

There is a 3-blade prop outside the ATC in Dunblane, near Stirling. From memory, the plaque next to it stated it was from a Barracuda that had crashed in the Forth. Seems a bit suspect.

Very … Barracudas had 4 blades.

RIP to another hero.
His book was a fascinating insight.

RIP and Thankyou.

Thanks for the info 🙂

I wonder why most of the prop-driven aircraft have their prop blades in the feather position, maybe something to do with their removal and refitting, perhaps? You could ask the question if you are going back there.

Anon.

Is it as simple as avoiding any tendency to ‘windmill’ ?

It’s not exactly ancient and it’s not a monument. Am I missing something here?

The term, whilst misleading, does afford a better degree of protection to historical artefacts; aside from the obvious such as Stonehenge, the same status is given to (for instance) Meldon Viaduct in North Devon and nearer to my home, Wynnstay Colliery winding house, near Wrexham. Rightly so in my humble opinion.