Originally Posted by
ivor toolbox
No different to the Phantom in that respect, they were built in batches with no interchangeability of panels or flying controls surfaces.. . they were all 'fettled' to fit, certainly kept us riggers busy.
Ttfn
Interesting, I've heard similar from other riggers about non-UK originated aircraft. I recall one saying that on the Harrier GR3 you could happily swap parts, but on the GR7 all the fastener/rivet holes were in slightly different places.