Associate Member reports that the Surbiton and Esher Air Cadets have a static Harrier GRMk3 for which they seek advice and possible assistance on how to avert its deterioration.
In particular they would appreciate technical guidance on how best to support the aircraft, complete with engine, with the weight off its wheels. If you are able to help in any way please contact instructor Steve Richards on 07768 930387
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Vernon Lidstone is building a one fifth scale flying model of Hurricane
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of 242 Squadron RAF, flown by Flying Officer ‘Willie’ McKnight.
Killed in action, aged 23, on January 12th, 1941, Canadian born Flying Officer William Lidstone McKnight, DFC & bar, was an ace with sixteen enemy aircraft destroyed (8 ½ Me109s, 4 Ju87 Stukas, 1 Do17 and 3 other bombers).
Nicknamed ‘Willie’ he served as the CO’s wing man whilst that ‘all Canadian’ squadron was commanded by the legendary Douglas Bader at Coltishall.
Vernon is working towards the first flight of his model which is expected to take place at Aston Down in the late summer.