If the answer to this question is posted elsewhere please forgive me.
Would it be possible to bring one of the existing Victors back to full airworthy status as has been done with the Vulcan?
I am always reminded of one of the UK CAA prohibtions when I see one of the Lightnings flying over Cape Town, a great sight and sad because the type could be operated safely in the UK.
To put it simply no
The Victors had used up all thier fatigue life and to get one in the air would require buckets of cash, possibly a re-spar. then theres the engine support etc,etc.
As for the Lightnings the reasons they are not allowed to fly are very good ones.