discussion Black Buck 1

[colin m]

It was 30 years ago today, during the 30th April / 1st May that the first Black Buck mission was flown all the way down to the Falklands. Despite some views, I think It was an amazing feat to send a 22 year old aircraft, all that way and back without any serious incident.

Well done to all involved.

Colin M.....

 

[Ian M]

And some very impressive holes they left in the ground after them.

Ian M

 

[Guest]

Yes amazing feat. Especially as it was all cobbled together in a short period. Grabbing old pipes & things from scrap for the refuelling effort.

Same goes for the bomb element.

Very scary when they left the Falklands & did not know where their next fuel stop was going to be. Hard on Withers who was reserve & probably thought he was going along for half a ride.

Got to build this thing soon.

Laurie