Hi 4Holer
Agree with all the points you make-in fact all of the paperwork is on my desk at this minute being acquired shortly before our reunion.
Our 'man on the spot' has taken many photos this past few days and 'yes' we do know the guys who are working on the aircraft.
Of course, several puzzling factors do exist. Firstly-who is paying them?
Secondly, although most of the Association members are engineers, I question the value of the Guppy from a commercial point of view given the Russian equipment now operating.
Thirdly, who WILL train anyone on type? My two Presidents certainly would NOT.
Let us suppose the aircraft does depart BOH !! To what destination and to what Alternate?
We are keeping a daily eye on activity and our next Newsletter will contain photos. It costs only $20 a year to join us and maybe we can initiate some private emails.
I recall clearly that when we were given the a/c by Farhad, the engine in the hold-and well out of hours was given to the New Forest Museum-wonder if they want any more?
Lastly, we have all the Manuals here-they make damn fine chocks !