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B-17 'Liberty Belle' arrives in UK

Discussion in 'Living History' started by Martin Bull, Jul 3, 2008.

  1. Martin Bull

    Martin Bull Acting Wg. Cdr

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    To the relief of enthusiasts, B-17G 'Liberty Belle' arrived safely at Prestwick, Scotland at 19:00 hrs local time yesterday evening.

    This is the first leg of her European Tour 2008 ; during the next few days she will transfer to Duxford where she will be the major attraction at 'Flying Legends'.
     
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    Excellent news. I wasn't aware she was touring over Europe.
     
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    I really miss the access to warbirds in Texas. There just aren't many here in NC.
     
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    It would be an amazing sight to see the Liberty Belle and Sally B flying together at Duxford next weekend.

    However, on that same weekend, I too will be in the air-on my way to Florida...:cool:

    If anyone on the forum is going to the Duxford Flying Legends airshow, maybe they can post some photos ?
     
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  6. Martin Bull

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    The big hope for 'Legends' is that 'Belle', 'Sally B' and 'Pink Lady' from France will all be in the air together - making it the first time that such a number of B-17s will be in the skies of East Anglia since the making of the movie 'Memphis Belle'.

    However, 'Sally B' developed engine trouble some weeks ago so it's a case of wait-and-see.....
     
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    I used to attend Flying Legends religiously, tragically now I can hardly ever get time off. Shame because it would be fantastic to see a B17 flight roaring across the airfield. Have fun Martin, I'm jealous.
     
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    Yes, Enjoy and have fun, Martin!

    And remember we always love pics...!!!

    ;) ;)
     
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    Sounds like a great time! I look forward to seeing some pictures of this beauty!
     
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    wonder if Germany will send over it's single seat Me 262 for further entertainment as it would be something to have a fly over with both the jet ripping up the sky past the Fort for visual effect for the ground based crowds

    ah well maybe something for the future
     
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    Every enthusiast would love to see such a thing but apparently Civil Aviation Authority permits-to-fly for 'replica' aircraft are incredibly difficult to arrange. Not only that, but Flying Legends has a strict 'no jets' rule.

    But everyone is agreed that UK airshows sadly lack 'Axis' representation ( see comments at the LEMB...).

    Back on thread, 'Liberty Belle' landed safely at Duxford yesterday and is, quite literally, safely among 'friends'......:cool:
     
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