Psst, want to see a naked Lancaster.......

[stevejb]

Well it was advertised as "Just Jane - undressed", so not really out of context.

This was last weekend's TimeLine Event's photoshoot at East Kirkby, and the chance to see Just Jane stripped back and partially dismantled during the survey and maintenance aimed at supporting an eventual return to flight. With all the barriers removed and a smaller than normal limited attendance it was a unique chance to see the aircraft as you'll probably never see it again.













The fuel tank installation that caused a number of problems for the BBMF



The H2S radar, visible now with the lower radome removed. This is not fitted to the current two airworthy aircraft



We finished with a couple of re-enactors, along with coloured lights and a smoke machine, so some atmospheric edits to finish.







Thanks for looking,

Comments and Criticism welcome

Steve

[paddyboy]

Hi Steve

If ANYONE criticizes your post, they are obviously dead from the neck up, or suffer from JES (Jade Eyd Syndrome)

Simply wonderful

Thanks for sharing

Paddyboy

[Stroudy]

That must be (about to be) in the correct nic required to fly??

[slogen51]

Like the Ghostly effect with the smoke

[Supra]

Really good to see your shots of progress in this return to flight project.
Caption for Image #9 ??
“The pre-flight walk-around threw-up a few niggles, but Biffo gave the thumbs-up & we saddled-up to go anyway. All said & done, a couple of loose panels & a fire won't keep Johnney from pasting Adolf!”

[C24]

Thank you for the post pictures.

[LTFT5]

Fantastic set
Like them all.
Andy

[Sparts99]

I remember seeing this when it arrived at Biggin Hill in the 60's in it's white Aeronavale scheme, be great to see it fly again.

[XWP29]

Thanks for posting, can't wait to see her dressed and flying again.