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Old 18th Dec 2013, 04:16
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Ex FSO GRIFFO
 
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To some here who 'seem to know better'.....

I am the proud owner and operator of a DH-82A Tiger Moth aircraft, which has a plate on the side stating
Date of Manufacture May 1942.

I can assure you all that the ONLY part of that aircraft made in 1942, is THAT plate.

The rest is quite 'modern' in manufacture and covering.....

A LOT like 'Grandad's favourite axe'....four new handles & three new heads...but....still 'Grandad's favourite axe'.....

I will await the outcome of this enquiry, as I have a few questions in my head as well.
e.g. The 'Vertical dive' at 'high speed'....If I take my hands off the control column in this situation, the aircraft simply recovers from the ensuing dive.

So, the 'GoPro' may well provide a clue.

'Tis a sad occasion.
Enough said.
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