The wackiest Boeing 747 I have ever seen

The wackiest Boeing 747 I have ever seen. Dunsfold 2017 this 747 had fake engines put on by Pinewood studios. Made out of plywood and rotten by now. James Bond Casino Royale the plane in thats was a large models but close up they used this. They came to Dunsfold and filmed here at night. A friend of mine was one of the ambulances on standby here when they did the filming. The rest is smoke and mirrors and if you see the film you not know you were here or even outside. Boeing made a rule that the 747 aircraft was not recognisable as a 747 and that was achieved very well. The plane was used as a business meeting place but the inside is very damp and horrible. Bob Cooper may have some more info on this, from the time he worked on the VC-10. Last I heard it was down to be scrapped but then two BA 747 arrived to keep I company. The engines are so bad you can put you finger though the wood. Someone had when I was there and this is how I know. Malcolm Airspotters.com

The JC Wings Boeing 747-8F Atlas Air "Assembly Colors" N863GT "The Last Boeing 747" is a diecast model airplane that commemorates the final Boeing 747 ever built.

 

The JC Wings Boeing 747-8F Atlas Air "Assembly Colors" N863GT "The Last Boeing 747" is a diecast model airplane that commemorates the final Boeing 747 ever built. PRE-ORDER SOON PRE-ORDER SOON PRE-ORDER SOON Here's a breakdown of its features: “We know you know but we have seen a huge increases in new collectors joining our website”. Scale: 1:400, which means it's 400 times smaller than the real airplane Airline: Atlas Air Aircraft: Boeing 747-8F, a freighter variant of the iconic 747 Livery: "Assembly Colors" - the unfinished white paint scheme used on Boeing airplanes during assembly Registration number: N863GT, the real plane's registration number Details: Includes antenna and landing gear for a more realistic look PRE-ORDER SOON This model is a great collector's item for aviation enthusiasts, especially those who have a soft spot for the Boeing 747, also nicknamed the "Queen of the Skies".  Being the last one ever built, it holds a special significance.

RAF/EAST AFRICAN AIRWAYS VC10 DUNSFOLD OCTOBER 2017 (RETIRED)

RAF/EAST AFRICAN AIRWAYS VC10 DUNSFOLD OCTOBER 2017 (RETIRED) : Bob Cooper gave me permission to go up to Dunsfold for the day to see this magnificent aircraft close up. It was due to do engine test runs which I almost missed.

I did hear these lovely engines wind up and let roar. If I remember rightly we were down to do a quick taxes but for reason i cannot remember this was called of. I managed to get lots of photos and talk to Bob Cooper and a retired East African Airways pilot. I cannot remember his name but sure Bob will put it in the comments below. The pilot was talking about the flights he had on this aircraft including a engine failure out of Nairobi.

I always remember see this at Heathrow as well. I do miss the VC10 and have also been in the cockpit of a BUA/Caledonian VC10 at Gatwick in the 1960's. At Duxford been on that one too, albeit in a pretty poor state last time I saw it.

This VC10 at Dunsfold was 5H-MOG of East African Airways from 1970 to 1977. It went back to BAC and then onto the RAF. This aircraft is not open to the public as far as I am aware.

I have shared this on facebook "MY LONDON GATWICK" as well as it not to far away.

Malcolm

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WB Models Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350-1000 G-VBOB Scale 1/200 B-VIR-35X-BOB

The WB Models Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350-1000 G-VBOB is a highly detailed, pre-finished diecast model airplane in 1/200 scale. It is a replica of a Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350-1000 aircraft with the registration G-VBOB.

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The model is made of metal and comes with a stand for display. It features rolling gears and other details that are accurate to the real aircraft. This model is a great collector's item for aviation enthusiasts or anyone who loves Virgin Atlantic Airways.

Here are some of the key features of the WB Models Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350-1000 G-VBOB:

• Scale: 1/200
• Material: Diecast metal
• With stand
• Rolling gears
• Highly detailed

It is currently available for pre-order from a number of retailers, with an expected release date of August 2024

Please pop to Airspotters.com and order your today

Wheels on or off 

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A lovely model to add your collection 

Tampo printed none faded graphics 

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Perfect paint match as well 

Detailed engines 

A superb box 

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Long Awaited 747SR-81 ANA Release from J Fox

 The J Fox ANA Boeing 747SR-81 JA8159 Scale 1/200 JF-747-1-005P is a diecast model airplane that replicates the All Nippon Airways (ANA) Boeing 747SR-81 aircraft with the registration number JA8159.

The Boeing 747SR-81 is a short-range version of the Boeing 747-100, designed specifically for high-frequency operation in Japan. It was developed by Japan Airlines and Boeing, and only 45 were ever built.

The ANA Boeing 747SR-81 entered service in 1973 and was retired in 1995. The J Fox ANA Boeing 747SR-81 JA8159 Scale 1/200 JF-747-1-005P model is made of metal and features antennas and other details that are accurate to the real airplane.

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