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By: 29th April 2012 at 14:33 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-The article doesn't say whether the restoration will be to flying or static condition. So, it looks as though all the hype and fuss of a few weeks ago could have some substance after all.
.....not, I would suggest, if the restoration should prove to be to static condition only. The People in the UK already have a few Mosquitos that satisfy that criterion.
By: 29th April 2012 at 15:08 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-John -its going to be a flyer . New fuselage and wings and other parts sourced from elsewhere i.e new Mosquito. Not quite sure why they would choose to rebuild a NF.36 as its not the most visually appealing Mosquito !
By: 29th April 2012 at 15:49 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-It may be that the RL249 connection suggests a data plate reconstruction. Is the funding now in place to produce a flyer?
By: 29th April 2012 at 16:01 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-There have been no further relevant press releases since the announcement of RL249 as a candidate. The Flypast piece appears to be in response to that press release, and tells us nothing new.
Bruce
By: 29th April 2012 at 16:19 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-Re 2.
Maybe. The more Mossies the better. Preferably, though not necessarily, flying.
Re 3
Thank you for the extra info. I agree, the nightfighter version would come only second in a beauty contest.
Re 5
It was new to me and probably a number of others.
John Green
By: 29th April 2012 at 16:41 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-http://peoplesmosquito.wordpress.com/2012/03/15/press-release-mosquito-nf-36-restoration-confirmed/
By: 29th April 2012 at 16:44 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-The People's Mosquito
why not rr299?
rolls royce did it (spitfire still not finished....)
By: 29th April 2012 at 16:47 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-There is nothing at all left of RR299 apart from the tail leg. It was all scrapped after the conclusion of the investigation. I was handed a few small bits of wooden structure that someone had rescued, but I burnt them - it seemed appropriate.
Bruce
By: 29th April 2012 at 16:51 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-The People's Mosquito
pity...:(
different plane different attitude :confused:
but respect your decision
By: 29th April 2012 at 17:21 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-Presumably the resurrection of an NF36 is Hobsons Choice and entirely dependent upon the identity of the Mosquito remains they were able to source
By: 29th April 2012 at 21:18 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-So what have the people involved in this project restored before? I note that the project lead John Lilley is listed as "Warbird Restorer", just trying to get a handle on how serious this actualy is a none of the names ring any bells?
By: 29th April 2012 at 21:23 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-Well having Googled John Lilley he dosent seem to have any experiene in rebuilding any Warbirds?? Or any other A/C from what I can see??
By: 29th April 2012 at 21:25 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-I note that the project lead John Lilley is listed as "Warbird Restorer"
See http://peoplesmosquito.wordpress.com/the-people/john-lilley-project-lead/ and draw your own conclusions.
By: 29th April 2012 at 21:47 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-Well having Googled John Lilley he dosent seem to have any experiene in rebuilding any Warbirds?? Or any other A/C from what I can see??
I think that John's involved with this collection http://www.cfmc-gb.com/#About Us although I don't know in what capacity. He's also one of the airfield security volunteers at Duxford airshows.
By: 29th April 2012 at 21:53 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-With a name like "The People's Mosquito" I thought one had been found in China.:D
By: 29th April 2012 at 22:08 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-Thanks Guys, Ok I think I have the level now :)
By: 30th April 2012 at 00:54 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-With a name like "The People's Mosquito" I thought one had been found in China.:D
By: 30th April 2012 at 01:48 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-http://www.abpic.co.uk/photo/1306321/
I thought there was one...or part of one in China.
All I can say after seeing that is...whatheheck?:eek:
By: 30th April 2012 at 03:46 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-The engine pick up fittings look familiar. Nothing else rings a bell.
By: 30th April 2012 at 08:29 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-At least the catering will be nice...
John’s day job as a Project Director of the largest contract foodservice and support service business in the world means he is a specialist in getting things done and growing businesses through sound process, leadership and fostering good relationships. Above all he has the responsibility to ensure the right product and the right person are in place to get the job done. All vital attributes when applied to warbird restoration!
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By: John Green - 29th April 2012 at 13:18
The June issue of Flypast contains the news that the venture known as The People's Mosquito is up and running on the back of some remains of NF36, RL249, recovered in 2006 after a crash on take-off, 14th Feb. 1949.
The article doesn't say whether the restoration will be to flying or static condition. So, it looks as though all the hype and fuss of a few weeks ago could have some substance after all.
John Green