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April 24, 2017 at 1:15 am in reply to: Fokker D.XXI Under Construction. #836322

Zac Yates
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I remember seeing a D.XXI project on this very forum a year or two ago, I’m not sure if it was this one or the Danish. Regardless, it’s great to see this!

As a child I built a Matchbox model kit of the type and was rather taken with it so I’m always happy to see a 1:1 example in the works.

April 24, 2017 at 1:12 am in reply to: Allison-Engined Messerschmitt Fires Up…. #836324

Zac Yates
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I recall correctly, the prop blades are cut-down DC-3 blades (as done for some of the Flugwerk Fw-190 machines too, I believe).

There is a precedent for Allisons, too: I’m pretty sure Bob de Ford’s Jurca MJ-100 has a DC-3 prop fitted.

Thanks for the extra info and for sharing Randy’s photos, John.

Someone on Facebook (not I) expressed concern about how the extended exhausts will handle the job. Anyone have any informed comment on that aspect?

April 24, 2017 at 1:07 am in reply to: A-W Meteor NF.14 WS788 Restoration Thread #836327

Zac Yates
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Another great update. I’m honestly stunned at how a simple “hoovering” makes the cockpit floor look so much better! Also big kudos to Andy for his work on that door, it looks fantastic! I hope he’s satisfied and proud – looking at the “Before” picture I certainly would be.

It was, but fortunately nothing worse than knackered paint lay beneath the forest.

I had a feeling that would be the case – looking worse than it actually was. Whew!

I spotted the state of the canopy in the prior update and was thinking “I wonder who has an NOS example stashed away?”. Good luck on finding one, team.

April 24, 2017 at 1:01 am in reply to: Focke Wulf FW-190 To Feature In Australian Airshow In May 2017 #836334

Zac Yates
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Excellent news for Aussie airshowgoers! I had noticed the “TBC” slots in the WOI programme released recently on Facebook and wondered what the guest machine was. It should be a great show. Thanks for sharing the news, Phil.

April 22, 2017 at 11:58 pm in reply to: Allison-Engined Messerschmitt Fires Up…. #836612

Zac Yates
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I am definitely no fan of the paint scheme either, but it is a fantastic engineering achievement that deserves all the praise that’s been thrown its way. What a machine!

April 21, 2017 at 4:05 am in reply to: The Chino guys need your help now! Urgent! #836998

Zac Yates
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I agree J, it’s hard to understand how a court – any court, besides that of public opinion – would take into account a petition like this.

That being said, I work in the justice system and signed it anyway :p

April 19, 2017 at 5:46 am in reply to: Latest addition to that Thai scrapyard. #837765

Zac Yates
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I’m inclined to think it’s “real” – or at least based on a real machine – just restored less-than-sympathetically!

April 19, 2017 at 1:12 am in reply to: A-W Meteor NF.14 WS788 Restoration Thread #837788

Zac Yates
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Another great update! That lichen forest certainly would’ve been demoralising to see.

April 19, 2017 at 12:46 am in reply to: 75th anniversary of the Doolittle Raid #837811

Zac Yates
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I read on WIX that, of 17 examples that were to attend, a total of 11 Mitchells made it. What a sight that must have been!

April 18, 2017 at 1:59 am in reply to: Spitfire P9374 heading stateside! #837998

Zac Yates
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I guess it’s a natural reaction no matter where you are, but in fairness you guys haven’t got a surplus in Australia.

At last count aren’t there about 20 Spitfire projects in Australia?

As a child/teen I got very upset – to the point of tears – when historic/veteran aircraft were sold out of New Zealand. As I grew up and learned more about the industry and the much-mentioned ebb-and-flow, I’ve gotten over it. I enjoy aircraft while they’re here, lament when they leave, and get excited about new arrivals.

Anyone upset about “America” getting a Mk.I is presumably also upset about the Buchons being on the UK scene as the type has no RAF/FAA heritage? Or would be happy for TFC’s Fiat and Beaufighter to leave?

April 11, 2017 at 3:46 am in reply to: Bf109E replica being built in Cornwall #839994

Zac Yates
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Martin and team, perhaps if you build a Ju-87B or four it will help your case for Sir Ridley to secure your services? :eagerness:

April 6, 2017 at 6:38 am in reply to: Ridley Scott To Helm New "Battle Of Britain" Film?? #774095

Zac Yates
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It gets me that people automatically assume this project is a remake. Has that been confirmed anywhere?

Nope, that’s the bomb aimers bowl on another Lanc nose

You may be right. But take a look at the left background: https://www.fantasyofflight.com/collection/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Rigged-Snipe.jpg

April 5, 2017 at 8:52 am in reply to: Ridley Scott To Helm New "Battle Of Britain" Film?? #774574

Zac Yates
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I saw this and I thought “brilliant!” Ridley Scott is a talented filmmaker and I’m very excited to see how this goes.

Considering Mr Jackson now owns a small squadron of full scale mockup Lancasters, and a single Wellington (no doubt costing several million)

And a bomber mark Mosquito FSM. Look in the crook of Stephen Fry’s arm. I have seen another, clearer photo but not sure where: https://dambusters.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/002.jpg

April 3, 2017 at 5:51 am in reply to: Bristol Fighters in UK ? #775852

Zac Yates
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All lovely photos, Mk.XII. Thanks for sharing. What a breathtaking sight that lineup must have been.

March 30, 2017 at 9:04 pm in reply to: Flying Legends 2017 #777538

Zac Yates
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Curtiss Hawks would be pretty cool – the P-40C leading the Hawk and P-36?
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