There seems to be a disconnect between the information / attitude shown to non-club members or "insiders" to the general public, and there should be no difference.
Indeed. The only way the aircraft could ever have been made to continue a long-term display-flying career is if the general public could be induced to pay to see it. I long suspected that the project was being run by people who are more interested in taking advantage of some genuine enthusiasts in order to line their own pockets. Though I'm an aviation enthusiastic ex-RAF Vulcan techie, I'm not gullible: which is why I never parted with any money.
BS
Aviation Professional, Aviation Enthusiast
& dedicated Friend of Duxford.