Avro Shackleton - Newark Air Museum

Would be good if the museum could try and power some of the electrical systems from a ground shore line. Get some warmth into the air frame and drive out moisture. I am sure that would help with the long term preservation of the airframe.

Fantastic! My late father flew many sorties in WR977 from RAF St Mawgan with 42sqn. Nice to see a map of the SW on the nav table.

Ha! Well spotted with the map. I'm pleased a family member with a connection with this Shack has commented, so Thank You. I dont know if you have ever managed to get to Newark and WR977 yourself, but I might have some better photos of this bird than those here if you want them. I wonder if you have any taken by your Dad while she was in service? I spent an hour on board talking to a chap that had done 270+ hours on her. What a treat!

called by the Museum today but too early & well before opening time, unfortunatly had to get back to St Mawgan. However, could just see 977 through the fence. I gave Rob some photos a while back & he included them in the second book "DCO" plus copies of Dads logbook.

Excellent!