No, this one is not from the PointNiner Heritage File. This picture of two of the most significant bombers in RAF history was actually taken yesterday in Waddington, England. What an amazing sight to see an Avro Lancaster and an Avro Vulcan flying in formation. This particular display was the first flying display of an Avro Vulcan in 15 years and the aircraft just received its permit to do so only two days prior. The Lancaster is PA474, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Lancaster, while the Vulcan is XH558 belonging to the Vulcan to the Sky Trust. Cheers to the crew who have been working hard over the years to get this magnificent jet bomber flying again. Amazing photo, wish I could have been there.
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photo credit: Mick Bajcar
(via Airliners.net)
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Sunday, July 6, 2008
2 Big Avro Bombers
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