Rolls Royce Avon dropped by a Belvedere
Hi,
I'm trying to find out some details of a RR Avon engine that was dropped by a Belvedere at Khormaksar, possibly in 1964.
The Avon was being flown from a carrier moored offshore to Khormaksar to be used to repair a Sea Vixen. The Belvedere came into the final approach and was hit by some heavy turbulence. The co-pilot, Bill Smith, had his hand near the jettison handle and the turbulence caused him to grab the handle and the Avon dropped some height to the ground. The pilot was Lt Spreadbury.
If possible I would like to find out the serial of the Sea Vixen and Belvedere and the cause of its engine failure and what Squadron/carrier it came from.
Any help would be appreciated.
Regards,
Alex