XJ729 is the aircraft depicted in the Corgi diecast model of an SAR Whirlwind 10, which is currently on sale for about £45.
Is this the same aircraft that was restored several years ago and then went to Ireland? I know the guy who restored it if that's the case.
As to the Sycamore 14. There used to be one still flying in Austria until a couple of years ago. Love to see one airborne again but I suspect the wooden blades are the issue!!!
Old Duffer