VC10s operating from Lagos in the 60s

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VC10s operating from Lagos in the 60s

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Something for you guys to watch: http://www.vc10.net/Memories/testing_ea ... LagosVideo

Interesting to compare the relaxed atmosphere of those days to the current times!
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Cheers Jelle.. enjoyed that :thumbsup:

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I agree very nice. Pity we couldn't hear those mighty Conway's

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Thanks Jelle :thumbsup:

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Read so much about the pre printed sticker that saved hours on leases but never before seen them actually demonstrated :)
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Great piece of film! :thumbsup:
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Nice video! :thumbsup:
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Garry Russell wrote:Thanks Jelle :thumbsup:

Great quality B)smk

Read so much about the pre printed sticker that saved hours on leases but never before seen them actually demonstrated :)

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Excellent piece of film.It really is of its time.EricT :thumbsup:
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The Series 2 Landy crash tender made me smile :Dance:
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