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Old 21st February 2012 | 19:53
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jh5speed
 
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Filton had a 424 or similar - I think its gone now. The big (264?) on the hill went in the last couple of years too. A shame - quite a landmark.

The East Midlands 424 is indeed in the Aeropark - and now even the right way up! Google Earth shows it on its side. Looks as if its been given a lick of paint too. Now, on that subject - something that's been bugging me for at least 40 years ...

In the early 70's the EMA 424 head was red. It changed colour to mustardy yellow. Why? Was it a new unit? An overhaul? a change in airfield equipment colour regulations. Or just a spruce up ...

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