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Re: While on a Dambuster's theme...
Posted by Graham OD on Wed Apr 16, 2003 12:03:58 PM
In reply top While on a Dambuster's theme... posted by Tony C on Wed Apr 16, 2003 08:01:52 AM
It was four actually, they were Mk.7's taken from storage, and as the Upkeep weapon was still on the secret list, the mods were accentuated for filming puposes. From photos, yes, it would seem removal/mods to the bomb bay doors was all that was done.
As for serials, I only know 2 of the 4, these being NX673 and NX679.
Crews were from Lincolns based at RAF Hemswell.
: ... I believe that three Lancasters were used for making t
: he film.
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: Serials and fate, anybody?
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: Also, what were the exact modifications to the 617Sqn Damb
: uster aircraft. Was it just replacement of the bomb doors
: with an aerodynamic cover, or were the mods more structura
: l.
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: Thanks, Tony