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Having a chat this weekend with a couple of the boys. The engineers have finshed their stuff and when she's out of the paintshop, it should be all go.
Crew who need recency have had it so watch this space.
G'day
PS hope you like the colour scheme!
Crew who need recency have had it so watch this space.
G'day
PS hope you like the colour scheme!
Funding for the project was officially announced today by the Australian Department of the Environment and Heritage:
http://www.deh.gov.au/minister/env/2006/mr09oct06.html
http://www.deh.gov.au/minister/env/2006/mr09oct06.html
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The 707 is rumoured to be visiting Jersey area in early Nov for training and rumour of a photo shoot with a second 707.
again I say rumour
this was mentioned over two months ago.
we wait to see if this will happen
again I say rumour
this was mentioned over two months ago.
we wait to see if this will happen
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Here is a news release for today.
Historic First Qantas Jet to Return to Australia Latest News
Sydney, 09 October 2006
More than 47 years after the first Boeing 707 jet airliner joined the Qantas fleet, the aircraft, previously known as City of Canberra is set to make an historic return to Australia.
Qantas Chairman Margaret Jackson and Minister for the Environment and Heritage Senator Ian Campbell today announced that the first Qantas Boeing 707, the first jet aircraft sold outside of the United States, would make a celebratory return to Australia next month.
"I’m proud to announce that this Boeing 707, believed to be the last and oldest of its kind in operation, will make its permanent home at the Qantas Founders’ Outback Museum in Longreach, Queensland," she said.
"The aircraft will depart London bound for the United States retracing its original route from Honolulu and Nadi to Sydney arriving in early November.
Ms Jackson said the aircraft would visit Brisbane before its final destination in Longreach.
"Thanks to the funding of $1 million from the Australian Government and the efforts of some dedicated Australian aviation enthusiasts, both within and from outside Qantas, this aviation milestone is soon to come full circle.
"This aircraft played an important role in our history, literally bringing the world closer to Australia. The Boeing 707 reduced the flight time between Sydney and London from 48 hours to 27 hours, which is comparable to today’s trip of 23 hours.
"The introduction of the Boeing 707 also started a collaboration between Qantas and the Boeing Company on aircraft design, with Boeing’s 747s, 767s, 737s, and 717s joining the Qantas fleet at different times, and the latest – the 787 Dreamliner – to be welcomed in 2008," she said.
Ten retired Qantas engineers will ensure the aircraft’s airworthiness and an operating crew consisting of a Qantas Captain and two First Officers, all certified on the Boeing 707, are standing on the sidelines to fly the aircraft to Australia.
Ms Jackson said the repatriation of this aircraft was made possible thanks to the Australian Government, Boeing Australia and Shell.
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Mike
Historic First Qantas Jet to Return to Australia Latest News
Sydney, 09 October 2006
More than 47 years after the first Boeing 707 jet airliner joined the Qantas fleet, the aircraft, previously known as City of Canberra is set to make an historic return to Australia.
Qantas Chairman Margaret Jackson and Minister for the Environment and Heritage Senator Ian Campbell today announced that the first Qantas Boeing 707, the first jet aircraft sold outside of the United States, would make a celebratory return to Australia next month.
"I’m proud to announce that this Boeing 707, believed to be the last and oldest of its kind in operation, will make its permanent home at the Qantas Founders’ Outback Museum in Longreach, Queensland," she said.
"The aircraft will depart London bound for the United States retracing its original route from Honolulu and Nadi to Sydney arriving in early November.
Ms Jackson said the aircraft would visit Brisbane before its final destination in Longreach.
"Thanks to the funding of $1 million from the Australian Government and the efforts of some dedicated Australian aviation enthusiasts, both within and from outside Qantas, this aviation milestone is soon to come full circle.
"This aircraft played an important role in our history, literally bringing the world closer to Australia. The Boeing 707 reduced the flight time between Sydney and London from 48 hours to 27 hours, which is comparable to today’s trip of 23 hours.
"The introduction of the Boeing 707 also started a collaboration between Qantas and the Boeing Company on aircraft design, with Boeing’s 747s, 767s, 737s, and 717s joining the Qantas fleet at different times, and the latest – the 787 Dreamliner – to be welcomed in 2008," she said.
Ten retired Qantas engineers will ensure the aircraft’s airworthiness and an operating crew consisting of a Qantas Captain and two First Officers, all certified on the Boeing 707, are standing on the sidelines to fly the aircraft to Australia.
Ms Jackson said the repatriation of this aircraft was made possible thanks to the Australian Government, Boeing Australia and Shell.
Issued by Qantas Corporate Communication (3489)
Email: [email protected]
Mike
So the Aussie Govt have donated $1m to get this aircraft which they call “....a significant part of our national identity” airworthy and back to it's homeland 
The same could be said of a certain delta-winged bomber, but with a Govt that can't fund our current defences properly, what hope is there of such an enlightened attitude here in the UK
The same could be said of a certain delta-winged bomber, but with a Govt that can't fund our current defences properly, what hope is there of such an enlightened attitude here in the UK
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Noticed that it is parked outside today and wears Quantas livery, the same as John Travolta`s. ( http://www.airliners.net/open.file/1123966/L/ )
No tail fitted yet though.
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No tail fitted yet though.
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Wycombe - The Boeing project is perfectly valid . They have a simple aim to return a piece of their heritage back home into preservation at Longreach.
The Vulcan project seems to consist of getting her back into the air no matter what the cost with little idea of her operating costs or indeed what they will do with her when she is retired again!
The Vulcan project seems to consist of getting her back into the air no matter what the cost with little idea of her operating costs or indeed what they will do with her when she is retired again!
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We would hope other countries take a leaf out of this project and try and keep some heritage within the countries.
So many aircraft arte fadeing away look at Concorde not flying the Vulcan only just got the last bit of funding.
If it is on your door step the local government should support in my view.
Look at British Aviation building in the U.K. almost gone.
Getting back to the subject is nice to have an update on this story and it is only by these forums we know what is going on a least with the Boeing being moved is a good sign but untill certain parts are fixed it will be ready for the engine runs.
With regard to the air test it requires if i do find out any info i will pass it on well done to all with the project so far we just need to find some green fuel i would think before she gets airbourne so not to dirty the neigbours washing.
So many aircraft arte fadeing away look at Concorde not flying the Vulcan only just got the last bit of funding.
If it is on your door step the local government should support in my view.
Look at British Aviation building in the U.K. almost gone.
Getting back to the subject is nice to have an update on this story and it is only by these forums we know what is going on a least with the Boeing being moved is a good sign but untill certain parts are fixed it will be ready for the engine runs.
With regard to the air test it requires if i do find out any info i will pass it on well done to all with the project so far we just need to find some green fuel i would think before she gets airbourne so not to dirty the neigbours washing.
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Pre VJet eh!
I think Feather #3 has given the game away there, I think from what I have read above we will see a pre fan engine/VJet iteration of the 138, ie; a predominantly white tail with two red fore/aft stripes with QANTAS emblazoned between, beneath the winged kangaroo. If my prediction comes to pass.... Good job, well done to all involved.
Feather #3 how is the wood work on the ventral fin holding up after all these years?
Feather #3 how is the wood work on the ventral fin holding up after all these years?
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With the pending engine runs on the Boeing707 towards the end of the month the Local aurthorites spoken to this morning, they are very keen still to get the aircraft into the Channel Islands Control Zone to do its air test.
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Spoke to someone in the team this morning a/c is penciled in to depart 5 th or 15 th November. Tail should be put on over this weekend. He questioned whether it will depart on the 5th as there is a requirment for some welding work. There will be little or no air test the a/c heading direct to DUB and stoping overnight en route to boeings where it will link up with JT's. It will make several stops before going to Aus. There are at least 4 Captains and 3 SFO's with exemptions to fly the a/c on the sectors plus a team of engineers to travel with it. It is not going to JER airspace and the plan is that one airborne it will not return to SEN due to the short runway.
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Iceland and Canada were definetely mentioned and I could not remember but it was all short hops with night stops, which would make sence. Hope your lucky.