XL573 G-BVGH Hunter T7

[Mayfly]

I understand the above hunter flew again today for the first time a few years, having undergone refurbishment since the beginning of the year.

[Jigsaw]

Thanks Pam

[Lucas1860]

Hope to see it on the airshow circuit.

jim

[Mayfly]

They are hoping she will get some bookings next year - the more hunters the better!!!

On a side note - 601 at Waddington has been there since the airshow with what I believe is an engine problem, she did engines runs this morning then got half way down the runway this afternoon, then aborted the t/o but I don't believe it was connected to the engine. Not having a lot of luck the poor gal isn't.

[Jigsaw]

I couldn't agree more regarding the amount of hunters

Seems ages since 601 had her problem . I'm sure it won't be long before she is in the air again.

[Hihonyr8811]

They are hoping she will get some bookings next year - the more hunters the better!!!

On a side note - 601 at Waddington has been there since the airshow with what I believe is an engine problem, she did engines runs this morning then got half way down the runway this afternoon, then aborted the t/o but I don't believe it was connected to the engine. Not having a lot of luck the poor gal isn't.

Agreed

Poor 601
Hope they get her fixed soon.

[Xplumberlives]

They are hoping she will get some bookings next year - the more hunters the better!!!

On a side note - 601 at Waddington has been there since the airshow with what I believe is an engine problem, she did engines runs this morning then got half way down the runway this afternoon, then aborted the t/o but I don't believe it was connected to the engine. Not having a lot of luck the poor gal isn't.

Agreed

Poor 601
Hope they get her fixed soon.

At this rate she'll be early for the 2012 airshow!

[Gully]

Is '573 still down at Exeter? Think that's where I last heard of her.

Any news on '601? Still on the early arrivals for Waddo 2012 list?

Thanks,

Gully

[Hihonyr8811]

Any news on '601? Still on the early arrivals for Waddo 2012 list?

Thanks,

Gully

She's still at Waddo, parked opposite the WAVE

[Mayfly]

601 got airborne today - finally!

[Xplumberlives]

601 got airborne today - finally!

Any idea where she went?

[Mayfly]

I assume back home to the west country - believed to have been seen over Brize and heading toward Swindon around lunch time.

[Kermit]

Excellent news ! About time she had a bit of luck, hope she keeps in good health

[Jigsaw]

601 got airborne today - finally!

Thanks for that Pam

[Cluny]

601 has been sold to a new owner in France
Will be delivered there tomorrow

[Mayfly]

Has she been sold Cluny? - I knew she was going and is working for the French Mil, I hoped it was to earn some dosh after being grounded throughout the summer at Waddington.

There is also a lot of speculation about Team Viper and whether there will be one next year. Popular opinion is they won't be flying Hunters.

[Cluny]

Thats what I was told Pam , but I hope your right as it will be a shame to see her no more

Ive heard that rumour about Team Viper too , shame if thats true too

[MOD]

I have e-mailed Chris Heames. I will let you know if I get an answer.

ibw

[Jigsaw]

Cheers Ian

Not happy about this news at all

[Mayfly]

I have e-mailed Chris Heames. I will let you know if I get an answer.

ibw

That saves DT doing it - I did ask him too yesterday but we were a little busy -


Thanks IBW.

[Xplumberlives]

Cheers Ian

Not happy about this news at all

So do you have sufficient funds for your own Hunter?

[Mayfly]

Cluny looks like you were unfortunately right a poster on UKAR has stated until yesterday he was the owner and pilot of 601 so it appears she has gone

[MOD]

I've had no response from Chris Heames or Team Viper as yet.

Ian

[Cluny]

I hate being right

[Xplumberlives]

I hate being right

It's a cross you'll have to bear!