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18th June 2013, 09:18

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Sorry. I didn't mean to imply that you were critical. I was rather more referring to previous posts that were questioning the conservation methods. ...

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18th June 2013, 08:32

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Probably not comparable. However, I'd suggest that as the conservation techniques have been devised by scientific means by a university-based team...

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17th June 2013, 08:18

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Spitfires From Burma / Myanmar (or not?) in Historic Aviation

But is the double concrete slab and brick cover for the crated Spitfires with huge timber baulks a new revelation or piece of information? Or is it...

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17th June 2013, 07:17

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Spitfires From Burma / Myanmar (or not?) in Historic Aviation

G-ORDY So you haven't covered this in your Appendix?

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17th June 2013, 06:32

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Spitfires From Burma / Myanmar (or not?) in Historic Aviation

More on Facebook including this image under the caption: "Here's the spare teak timber found at site 2. The ends are about 12" square. You can see...

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16th June 2013, 20:56

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

First, the data plate in question came, I think, from the wing/fuselage fillet section and is sub-assembly plate from a section of the airframe...

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16th June 2013, 13:35

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

The data plate is not the main constructor's plate, nor does it carry the aircraft W.Nr, and has no relevance to the identity of the Dornier.

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16th June 2013, 12:49

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

I think Ross McNeil and Simon Brown know much more about the Goodwins than most people, here. However, I think I am correct in saying that a good...

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16th June 2013, 12:21

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

We do know that of the two casualties, one washed up at Whitstable (where he was buried) and the other in the Netherlands. However, we don't know...

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16th June 2013, 08:43

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

33lb bombs? Unless my maths is dodgy, isn't 50 kg about 110 lbs? One shouldn't be too harsh on the journo's, because it is a fairly accurate...

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15th June 2013, 21:58

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Trooping the colour in Historic Aviation

There have evidently been some technical issues with the Merlins these last weeks, although I have seen nothing about it officially. I think that is...

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15th June 2013, 21:14

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread XH558 Hastings Display in Historic Aviation

Know exactly what you mean, Tim!

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15th June 2013, 18:02

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Thanks everyone that helped and especially Jasonp51d in making an American Vet happy in Historic Aviation

Jason Remember to get in touch if you still want that talk organised! Andy

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15th June 2013, 17:42

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Thanks everyone that helped and especially Jasonp51d in making an American Vet happy in Historic Aviation

You have to just love stories like this. Well done all.

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15th June 2013, 17:38

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Thank you, danrm84. Let's hope they don't get pulled.

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15th June 2013, 17:13

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread XH558 Hastings Display in Historic Aviation

As Junk Collector says, a brilliant display in really turbulent conditions! Quite awesome watching from the West Hill by Hastings Castle. Again,...

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15th June 2013, 10:26

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Probably? Not more conspiracy theories for Mike J, surely!?

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15th June 2013, 09:11

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Thanks for that clarification, David. I don't recall previously seeing the last line about Wargaming's involvement on the RAFM site until you...

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15th June 2013, 08:25

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Apparently, the Dornier 17 left Ramsgate over an hour ago. Due to arrive Cosford late afternoon, traffic permitting. Don't forget your cameras. :)...

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15th June 2013, 07:44

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Certainly not looking for or determined to find any conspiracy, Mike J. Like most, I am delighted that the RAFM were able to carry the project...

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15th June 2013, 07:26

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Bruce Fair comment regarding who is "calling the shots." Perhaps there was a misunderstanding over Alphacharlie's photographs? Maybe he can...

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15th June 2013, 07:08

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

There could well be a book deal in the offing, but that hardly changes the position regarding photographs that were taken from a public place with...

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14th June 2013, 22:09

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Chris Goss, who has been one of the advisors to RAFM on the project, tells me that there is likely to be some considerable coverage in this weekend's...

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14th June 2013, 22:00

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Short Stirling next? in Historic Aviation

Well....maybe. There is no evidence (apart from circumstantial) that the Dornier is the one they say it is. Certainly, a Dornier 17 did come down...

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14th June 2013, 20:43

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Clearly, a probably significantly underspent Burma budget has been put to some better use. Although I do feel a tad uncomfortable about any corporate...

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14th June 2013, 16:11

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

I had not previously seen this vertical shot (although I apologise in advance if it is not officially sanctioned and may need to be removed) but it...

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14th June 2013, 15:53

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Augmented reality? No idea, David! Maybe techno-speak for "you can only look at our digitally enhanced virtual reality Dornier and any viewing of...

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14th June 2013, 15:15

Tangmere1940 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Not outrage. Just surprise. I am aware of others who took photographs (with some willing co-operation) and were not informed of any embargo. ...

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