Originally Posted by
cj241101
Last scheme worn by this aircraft (G-AOVS) was the fictitious "Redair" for the 1980 BBC drama "Buccaneer" which basically closely copied the story of Redcoat flying cargo charters from the UK to Africa. I believe the ill-fated G-BRAC acquired similar titles. The fictional country "Ximbali" and its airport was actually Cranfield.
I remember seeing that parked up. I took a couple of photos myself at the time. Can someone help jog my memory please? I'm sure I recall seeing a Brit wearing Redair titles doing circuits at Manston back in 1979 or 80. I hope that old age hasn't addled the brain!