Hi bdk and JDK (any connection here)
I have to agree that the FAAM is one of the better UK museums although my only concern is its location, as it's bloody miles and a 3 hour journey from where I live
. The one thing that is shared with Hendon, is the darkness which is not good for photography but does add to the atmosphere and does not put me off. Also, having done the 'Carrier' experience on several occasions, I tend to take to short tour!
As for the Skua, it would be nice to see it restored because isn't it the sole surviving example?
The restoration waiting list, I seem to remember reading that the Barracuda is planned, along with the Corsair which is currently being preserved (I attempted to did take a photo but being behind glass, did not come out too well) and the Wildcat, which will be preserved in a similar manor to the Corsair, so it is likely to be some years before any restoration of the Skua, could be carried out!
I also think that a (Sea) Gladiator is being restored and there was a tubular frame, on wheels, in the same room as the Corsair but I didn't see any identification markings!
The Wyvern, as can be seen from the number of photos I took, is one of my favourites and it would be good to see it in the colours used, while in operational/Squadron use but as you say, it does look good in its current state.
If I have one complaint, it is the Swordfish display!
For an aircraft which was heavily used during 1939-45, the airframe on display is tucked up in a corner and not easily viewable but this is only my opinion and overall, this Museum is strongly recommended to all who have not yet visited.
Tony