As ever, more than happy to eat my words, but I did talk in the mists of time to two old Vulcan guys who went all misty eyed when they told me how manouverable the Vulcan was at altitude, due to the low wing loading.
After having been lucky enough to see God knows how many shows with the old dear, including a very early memory (1st show ever, I think - and that memory will live with me for ever) of a display at Tern Hill no less, by a white anti flash example. Still remember holding onto a fence which was shaking like Ozzy Osbourne... I can't wait to see and hear her again.
By the way, while I am here - that sound! When the Vulcan is rutting, nothing else can ever sound quite like it. What caused it? I remember reading that it was found mainly on the 300 series A/C and that it was caused by resonance in the intake. Can anyone enlighten me further? (or send me to a vid or sound clip)
The coffee has changed for a smallish Scotch now, but I raise my vessel once more and wish those involved with the project every success.
thanks all!