Baginton / Coventry

[mawganmad]

I thought the plans to develop and build on the site at Baginton has been widely known for ages.
Although the move to Newquay by Classic Air Force is partly driven by the development plans (inc hangar demolition), the main reasoning is expansion into better facilities at Newquay and higher visitor throughput.

[Sylar]

As far as I know the airport is not going to be built on, the surround area is planned to be redeveloped but to all intents and purposes the area within the perimeter fence will remain the same, with some changes to buildings. The plans, if approved are available for all to see. I will post the link when I find it.

Cheers

Shane

[stevie]

Well that sounds much more encouraging. Maybe Nigel's e-mail was a bit over dramatic.

[mawganmad]

That sounds a bit optimistic, with Classic Air Force moving out, and the engineering to follow soon after, where will the demand for the airport come from?

Some of the plans (with little mention of aviation) are here, http://planningdocuments.warwickdc.g...WI_DCAPR_66265, demolition plan here,
http://planningdocuments.warwickdc.g...ULE-538019.pdf

[stevie]

From the Shackleton Preservation Trust -

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Avro Shackleton ground run Dec 15th



Hi all,

On Dec 15th we're due to carry out a ground run of Shackleton WR963 at Coventry if anyone is interested. Its a scheduled run as part of our upkeep of the aircraft as she has been quiet since September. The run is usually carried out around 1300hrs, but you're welcome to get there a bit earlier if you choose. Bear in mind that now Airbase is closed, your entry won't cost you anything but you will be restricted somewhat on where you can walk about in the immediate area.

This is not a taxy run, as there's still a few little niggles to be resolved with No 2 engine before we can wake it up. Taxi runs are still on the cards though for next year, as the aircraft is staying at Coventry.

WR963 will be open for inspection, but we will be asking for a donation on the door of the aircraft. As is usual there are no barriers inside or outside, so if you fancy a sit in the Boss's chair or want a close up look at a particular widget, be our guest and do so! There may also be spaces available on the aircraft during the run.

Come on over and help support Avro Shackleton WR963!

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[stevie]

Some news here regarding returning Baginton's Shackleton WR963 back to the skies -

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england...shire-21726075

Thing's are looking good on the restoration front, Just Jane, Canberra PR9 and now the Shack all hopefully flying again soon...just hope there's enough money to fund it all!!!

[REF]

Stopped by Coventry yesterday (20 April 2013), here are a few phtoos from the day;

1 - Lightnings F.6 (XR771) & T.55 (55-713) at the Midland Air Museum


2 - McDonnell-Douglas F-4C Phantom II (63-7414)


3 - McDonnell-Douglas F-4C Phantom II (63-7699)


4 - McDonnell F-101 Voodoo (56-0312)


5 - Hawker Siddeley Nimrod MR.2 (XV232)


6 - No visit to Coventry is complete without a bit at the DC-6 Diner! Douglas DC-6A/B (G-SIXC)


7 - 10 are all the Battle Headquarters. Thanks to the land owner, Mrs R, for allowing me access to photograph it.
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Cheers

Rich