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Shuttleworth Collection "off" season

Sun Nov 15, 2009 3:39 pm

Despite the flying and shows being over for the year, that doesn’t mean nothings happening!

Hangar 1 the Humming Bird is having its annual. While the Hind in the background is awaiting engine parts. Hopefully both will fly next year.
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Regular visitors may notice some new pictures have been put on the wall in the hangar, they make fascinating viewing
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Work continues on the PO2 with the upper main plane having a trial fit.
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The rudder has been covered
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Work on the Spitfire continues, it’s a work of art. The tail fin is on for a trial fit, when its finally attached it will have the horizontal stabilizers attached as they are easier to fit before the whole unit is attached to the fuselage
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Canopy
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It’ll be worth the wait.

For those of us to whom a cuppa mid show matters, you’ll be pleased to know the Living Van is undergoing a refurb.
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It appears to be made from an old railway van, more stripping is required to confirm this The important bit, the stove, is getting some TLC
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Its delicate work!!
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A walk round the hangars is always worthwhile, the l’eau du castor oil in here is marvelous
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The “new” Super Cub has a new identity.
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The Edwardians are unique
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In the back of this hangar sits the majority of the vehicle collection. Also started by Richard Shuttleworth, there are some unique items in here.
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The PT22 and the Magister, same job different continents
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Its only when you get up close to Miss Kenya that you realize how big she really is!
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Finally, there is something here at Old Warden to keep everyone happy, the Swiss Garden is included in the admission price on Airshow days and is well worth a visit (plus it keeps the better half happy). It provides some excellent photographic opportunities.
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Re: Shuttleworth Collection "off" season

Mon Nov 16, 2009 11:17 am

Nice! Thanks for posting them.

so thats where...

Mon Nov 16, 2009 4:43 pm

bockscar ended up.... :wink: Image
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