Side by side for the first – and probably last -
The last two airworthy World War II Lancaster Bombers – plus a Vulcan 22/8/14
London Southend Airport was the site of a very special reunion today (Friday 22 August 2014), as the final two Avro Lancaster Bombers that are still able to fly met for the first – and probably the last – time.
The UK based plane (named Thumper) was joined by the other craft that has made the once in a lifetime journey over from Canada (called Vera) especially for a series of events undertaken by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. This weekend they are appearing at the Clacton Airshow.
The two Second World War four-
The Vulcan is in full ground working condition, but not airworthy, so was towed across London Southend Airport to join the Lancaster’s for this unique photo opportunity – probably the only time these aircraft will ever be together.
PHOTO – L to R, Canadian Avro Lancaster (Vera), Vulcan, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight’s Avro Lancaster (Thumper) and pilots at London Southend Airport. © Martin Patch Photography