15/03/2014 Wings & Wheels Preparation

Much work has been done preparing XM655 for our Wings & Wheels event in June. Preparation for the re-painting of the upper surface of the aircraft continues apace.

Kay sands off the filler
Image Copyright© Av Magill.

Isi, Jon and Kay watch Bry hard at work with the sweeping brush!
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Having replaced the No.1 engine following dropping it for maintenance and inspection, on applying fuel pressure a fuel leak was discovered from the turbine casing. The decision was taken to replace the engine with one of our 2 spare Olympus 301s allowing rectification work on the problem engine to be carried out much more conveniently.

Isi and John help drop the problem engine
Image Copyright© Alex Jack.