I read somewhere there are a couple of spare engines, however I also read somewhere the airframe is due to expire serviceability next year, can anyone clear up the rumours?
I believe there were eight spare engines at the start of the project and they have used two. The latest incident would mean they are down to four. I suppose it all depends on what else they find when they remove the errant engines. Quite happy to be corrected if this isn't the case.
I'm sure you are right about the airframe though.
Serious questions will need to be asked about the Vulcans future. I think the long suffering volunteers have paid out more than enough over the years to see this beautiful aircraft fly again and maybe it's time to say bye bye Vulcan?