Well I was there in '69 (PPL, 50+ hours, several 'O' levels AND budgerigar) at the end of Fairford's runway awaiting the great white bird on its first UK flight / landing with the even-then esteemed Brian Trubshaw at the helm. I noticed the bounce but thought it excusable, arrogant twerp I think of my then-self now! Had taken time off from my first Aviation Job at LTN, loading plastic meals on refresher-coloured aeroplanes for pre-shell-suit package holiday makers: Court Line Catering, now there is a name for the nostalgia buffs. I digress, as is my wont.
Last saw/heard Capt. T. at the GAPAN Concorde lecture afternoon, must be four years ago now, he was fascinating, erudite and charming - Requiescat in Pace. A great loss to us all
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