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There are much better ways to approach this, IMHO...
Posted by Lynn on Wed Jul 17, 2002 09:33:34 AM
In reply top On the Historic Flying Website Spitfire IAC-161 is posted by Paul McMillan on Wed Jul 17, 2002 04:54:26 AM
Somehow commemorating the two unfortunate gentlemen who were killed when she spun in would seem to make sense from a sensitivity standpoint; there's no doubt they absolutely loved the Spitfire, and the rebirth of PV202 *could* be seen as a testament to the dedication of those men and women who devote so much time and effort to ensure this part of Britain's aeronautical heritage will continue to be seen by thousands of appreciative people.
Alternatively, they could use smoke and mirrors, look the other way, and whistle tunelessly when pressed on the true ID of IAC-161... "Nothing to see here, move along, there we are then..."
I am glad to hear this significant aircraft is being reborn- my only hope is that the owners do show some sensitivity to the circumstances surrounding the rebuild.
Lynn