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Russ Matthews
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... on the River Thames, now under (further) restoration at the Fleet Air Arm Museum.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/somerset/hi/people_and_places/newsid_9406000/9406574.stm


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TBDude wrote:
... on the River Thames and now under restoration for the Fleet Air Arm Museum.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/somerset/hi/people_and_places/newsid_9406000/9406574.stm



They found a WW1 British Lighter? does it still have lighter fluid in it? smiles (I couldnt resist!)

Actually, a wonderful find, effectively the oldest surviving Aircraft Carrier!

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Great article. Thanks for posting that! :D

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Also thanks for posting, interesting piece. JT
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Very cool.
It makes you wonder if there are more of those AF airborne lifeboats out there living a hidden life!
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This thread was picked up on the FlyPast Forum and our friends across the pond have pointed out that while the article I posted was new, the information contained in it was not. It seems that she was discovered and moved to the FAA museum in Yeovilton about 15 years ago! "Jeepman" posted a link to some great pictures and info here ...

http://www.nationalhistoricships.org.uk/ships_register.php?action=ship&id=712
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