Manchester Thur 6th Aug

[Diver_Dave]

OK,

Not normally this obsessive but....

I'm based in Stockport and approximately 1pm
yesterday we had something go over I didn't recognise
at all.

Swept low wing, DC9/MD80(ish) 4 rear engines as opposed
to two. Smokey and loud!

The only thing I thought it could be was an Il62
but it looked too small/ short *, and I don't think anyone's
operating them into the UK. Or.... I seem to remember something like
a BAC 1-11 with 4 engines.

Probably should have had a look at Arrivals but didn't get chance.


Any suggestions anyone?

Regards

DaveA


* Slant angle may mean I got the length wrong!

[Diver_Dave]

Possibly VC10?

Should have looked at UK Mil first!

I'll leave this open so you can have a laugh at my expense!

Regards

DaveA

[ericlday]

My calender gives Thur as 5th but there you go !!!!

[Diver_Dave]

The numpty comment!

It was early this morning!

DaveA

[Ian Brooks]

Hi
Yes it was an RAF VC-10 going to Air Livery for painting after major maintenance


Ian B

[crispey]

Is this the same aircraft that flew over the southern end of Stoke on Thursday at about 1230BST.It was very low(dificult to be sure I know but it seemed to be in the same height band I bimbled around in years ago).It was heading about north I guess.One of my companions was sure it was a VC-10 but I wasn't certain.I had a tricky 5 iron shot to deal with at the time.

[ZOOKER]

Diver Dave,
anyone who can't recognize the shape of the Vickers VC10/Super VC10 should be barred from PPruNe for life! :E
Seriously though, good spot. Find out when it is due to depart, phone in sick, (or whatever), and go and watch it take-off. :ok:
When you next see it, of course, it will be resplendent in new coat of paint!
A 1960s classic which, sadly, will not be around for much longer.
Enjoy!