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Re: Macchi confirmed
Posted by Gregory on Sat Dec 14, 2002 01:35:15 PM
In reply top It appears the Museo Storico dell'Aeronautica Militaire, posted by Paul McMillan on Sat Dec 14, 2002 05:55:43 AM
Yes, amidst much internal and outside opposition. But the Italian President attached great importance to the 60th anniversary celebrations, which he attended in person. Guess who won? If someone can tell me how to post photos, I have a couple I would be happy to share with WIXers.
The aircraft returned unscathed but did not go straight back to the ItAF museum. On 10 December it was called on duty at Pratica di Mare for an important ceremony that saw thePresident decorate the Air Force flag.
The Macchi is scheduled to go back on display at the museum in mid January. Until then, its place is taken by the Romeo Ro 41 being restored/reconstructed by GAVS. Again, I can post a photo or you can find it on www.gavs.it (News section) or on Mikael's website.
Gregory