BUT…
Lancman,
Whilst I agree, Hendon cannot easily move their exhibits outside, and probably have no intention of doing so either, and, probably similar can be said for Duxford (although they CAN move a/c outside if they really want to) I feel you may have missed the point a little…
The Panton’s with NX611 are a fine example of what ‘could’ feasibly happen with NA337. She is indeed the prize exhibit, BUT, on nice days and special occasions, NX611 is rolled outside (and run up – which did not happen straight away) the same could be said for NA337, thus bringing the museum a considerable amount more dosh than they might at first imagine… What about those moody photo shots against a sunset, or the opportunity to rent NA337 out to television companies etc…
If NA337 is buried behind four walls, the chances for her to EVER run engines regardless of availability is reduced to zero. Shortsighted to say the least, on the part of whoever proposed the idea in the first place.
Over to you.
Halifax7