1983 Aircraft Preservation relating to Spitfire IX MK297
An important historical contribution undertaken in 1983 for inclusion in our aircraft preservation section. This relates to Spitfire IX MK297
An important historical contribution undertaken in 1983 for inclusion in our aircraft preservation section. This relates to Spitfire IX MK297
Aircraft History: Hawker Hunter T Mk.53 Serial: ET-271.
This aircraft was delivered to No. 724 Squadron Royal Danish Air Force in 1958. Originally based at Aalborg but subsequently moving to Karup and finally to Skystrup in order to be closer to their operational area over the Baltic Sea.
ET271 was the first of only four two seat Hunters serving with the R.D.A.F. The other serial numbers being used were ET-272, ET-273 and ET274.
High Ground Wreck Exhibits at Coalhouse Fort until its closure . Sabre exhibit relating to the collision of XD707 and XD730
Back in 2015 we reported on the acquisition of a High Ground Wreck collection by our webmaster Alex, to assure its preservation. The opportunity had arisen for us to obtain a large collection of historic interest thanks to John Ownsworth. The collection began as far back as the 1960s, an impressive preservation achievement by a dedicated group of guys with an interest in aviation. Those involved in creating this collection, include, John Ownsworth, Jim Chatterton, Alan Jones, and the late Martin (Sef) Johnson. Our hope was to make this large collection of items available for public viewing. This now constructed thanks to the work of Elliot Smock, with the support of The Thames Aviation Museum, housed at the historic Coalhouse Fort, Tilbury, Essex. The High Ground Wreck Collection joins the recovered aircraft exhibits already displayed by the group, these along with other exhibits relating to this historic fort on the Thames, along with its known paranormal activity, made this a compelling site to visit for anyone with an historical interest.
Right - The display at, The Thames Aviation Museum, Coalhouse Fort, Tilbury, Essex (2017).
Update - (Sabre collection safely in the hands of Elliot, currently in storage. 2026)
The Societies long history of support in the role of aircraft preservation and restoration for the last five decades continues with this instrument donation by our webmaster, Alexander King for this flying Hurricane rebuild, V7497. Donated on the 5th October 2018.
A great project which I came across through a sale in my shop, I always like to help with preservation where I can, so I provided some instruments which could be used to raise money to put towards the project. Below is the Facebook post from Marcus.
Another exciting arrival this week was a box containing these. Marcus was very surprised and thrilled by the surprise donation of 4 useful hydraulic pressure gauges. The central one we purchased is from XV353 so after we've replaced the glass it'll be good to reunite it into his Buccaneer cockpit. A grateful thanks to Alex, Marcus looks forward to showing you the cockpit when you visit. Donated by Alexander D King (Aircrew Remembrance Society)
Westland Whirlwind XM665 Leaving Booker Aircraft Museum video clip now converted here and also uploaded to our YouTube channel.
Although a short clip, a historic one connected with the society’s work with Aircraft Preservation & foundation and History of the group.
A selection of historic Society videos had been converted and uploaded to our YouTube channel.
A short video of The Booker Aircraft Museum taken during 1988 showing static aircraft there at the time as well as internal displays of aircraft recovered and other items in the collection. Much of the interior is still under construction at this stage and the second building that doubled the museums size has only recently been added, many more exhibits are under construction here including a Link Trainer under reconstruction which was eventually put back into full working condition by the painstaking work of museum members Les Mason and Jim Smith.
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