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I just opened the latest edition of TRADE-A-PLANE, and listed under Warbirds-Jet is an ad for a BAC/English Electric Lightning. The photo is XS422 in flight. I know the aircraft hasn't flown yet, but it's advertised as close to flight. How close? I guess those guys down in Mississippi, or where ever, ran out of $$$$? The aircraft is offered for sale or part ownership. Who's got the skinny?

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They had a lucky escape with her with the hurricane that ravaged the area BUT???

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BAC/EE LIGHTNING T5 Mach 2 British Cold War Intercepter. Desirable twin seat trainer varient. Located and undergoing restoration in the USA. Close to flight. Valuable reserve of spares including 4 engines. For sale or part ownership. Serious offers considered. For more information contact nholman@globalnet.co.uk Image
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That's the ad.

Are you involved?

Got any info?

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Are you involved?

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Not at all. I just have a subscription to trade-a-plane and I am more focused on Jet Warbirds. I was glad to help

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Would the operating cost on this be close or comparable to an F-4? Or less? Is the example in S.A. still flying?

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It is a share or part ownership they are selling, they need $$$ to see the project through to operational shape

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Ryan Keough wrote:
Would the operating cost on this be close or comparable to an F-4? Or less? Is the example in S.A. still flying?

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I think they have 4 flying now in S.A. :D

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Got any info?


Lots more info from those involved over on Flypast
http://forum.keypublishing.co.uk/showthread.php?t=76083

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Nice to know they haven't given up.

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