A62
Re: your#67,
The Jato cans did have a connection with the Sqdn at the very least. I was at a beercall as the 79 Rodeo team was put together (XV210) and they were specifically pointed out to me then.
It may well be that they they were off an american kite, but an RAF pilot was definitely involved in their use. If IIRC they were donated by that pilot, but cant say more than that. I certainly havent seen any footage or photos to back this up.
Wonderful photos of XV179, Brown, Shiney and NEW!! Always thought that I hadnt seen such a grotty load of a/c as those on the ramp at Rompers, especially as I came towards finishing. There was more activity at Thorney Island washpan in 68 than there ever was 22 years later in sunny Wiltshire.