The Dornier is lifted at last

[herman1rg]

Update

Our Stories | RAF Museum Dornier 17 Recovery

 

[vikingBerserker]

Very cool, thanks!

 

[A4K]

Thanks for the update!

 

[Wurger]

I echo Evan's post above.

 

[Thorlifter]

That's for the updated article

 

[Gnomey]

Thanks for the update!

 

[oldcrowcv63]

That Hurricane display has always been one of my favourites at Hendon. Most people just walk past it because it's an unsightly mess but, for me, it's the most moving of any of the aircraft. The names of the Fighter Command pilots who lost their lives in the Battle of Britain are memorialized next to the display, along with the account of the pilot who lost his life during its last sortie (the pilot baled out but his 'chute failed to open).

Don't get me wrong, I love seeing warbirds flying and pristine restorations are often things of beauty...but every once in a while, I need to remind myself of the cost associated with these old warplanes that I love so much. This exhibit in Hendon, perhaps more than any other, gives me that reminder. I look forward to seeing how the Do17 will be incorporated - hopefully both aircraft will receive greater prominence within the Museum.

Amen Bro! I look forward to traveling over the pond to visit the museum.

 

[gumbyk]

It's out of the citric acid solution. I'm impressed by the flare pistol!
Dornier Do 17 moves into next stage of conservation

 

[Airframes]

Excellent!
I look forward to seeing it again in November.

 

[Gnomey]

Thanks for the update!

 

[fubar57]

I can't believe it's been 15 months already. Thanks for posting the update.

Geo