Anybody going to Groote Eylandt?
I'm presently writing a book on Australia's civil Empire flying boats and their Bases, of which Groote Eylandt was one. The Base was at Little Lagoon (Port Langdon) on the north-eastern corner of the island. Thanks to the magic of Google Earth, there appear to be very few relics of the Base remaining, apart from the big Shell fuel tank.
I'm wondering if anybody is going up that way and might be interested in taking some photos of whatever remains for me? Aerial photos would be great, ground-level shots even better.
I realise it's still a very remote place to get to but I am not in a position to pay for a special trip. All I can offer is a 'thank you' in the book (assuming it ever gets published) plus the quiet satisfaction of knowing you have contributed to recording Australia's aviation history.
Anybody wanting to take this on can contact me at vabre AT netspace.net.au
Thanks, Philthy