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That's got me thinking...

Posted by Graham P on Thu Oct 25, 2001 05:28:25 AM

I followed Tony's link about the 109 build in the garage. That's kind of got me thinking...oh dear here we go...

If somebody decides to build a warbird from the original plans using the same materials or modern day substitutes and authentic parts where ever they can find them then:

1. How much of the aircraft has to be authentic to be called a restoration as opposed to a replica and do the majority of these parts have to come from a single original aircraft?

2. What modifications have to be made to the aircraft to gain air worthiness in the UK? I assume all original building standards and requirements have been met.

3. Has anybody in the UK attempted a similar project to the guys in the US (a home based project)?

Please forgive my ignorance on this subject but I'm very interested to learn more.

Regards,
Graham.

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