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Merlin Engines Ground Battle of Britain Flight
Posted: 17 Aug 2017, 11:23
by Nigel H-J
They don't say what the issue is with the Merlin's but the ones' with the Griffon Engines are fine.
Wonder if this problem also affects other Merlin's in other aircraft around Britain?
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-li ... e-40957271
Regards
Nigel.
Re: Merlin Engines Ground Battle of Britain Flight
Posted: 17 Aug 2017, 15:53
by FlyTexas
Nigel H-J wrote: ↑17 Aug 2017, 11:23
Wonder if this problem also affects other Merlin's in other aircraft around Britain?
It's possible. I bet other Merlin owners are following this story closely.
Brian
Re: Merlin Engines Ground Battle of Britain Flight
Posted: 17 Aug 2017, 16:10
by grumpyoldb
I read that it's the drivegear to the magneto's.
Re: Merlin Engines Ground Battle of Britain Flight
Posted: 21 Aug 2017, 07:55
by 511Flyer
I was on holiday in Weymouth, and waited with thousands of others for the BBMF display. We didn't even hear the announcement that it had been cancelled, but guessed that something was wrong when they didn't arrive on time.
The Red Arrows were on the dot at 17.30, and gave a faultless display in fine weather.