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I was very lucky to see this very rare aeroplane last Sunday, let alone get close up & see it in the air. I thought it was worth a topic of its own so here's the only example of a Foster Wickner Wicko in the world.









Well that's that - or so I thought.

While I was busy chatting (as usual ::)) he did a quick circuit & a fly-by. Darn it. Missed a golden oppportunity there. Wait, what's this? He's coming round again. Quick switch the camera on. Blast that warm-up delay, no time to adjust zoom or focus - just hit the button & hope for the best. Ah, well. better than nothing I suppose. :-/


Hang on, he's only doing another one. Careful now, don't mess it up this time. Whew! Not perfect but much better than I hoped for.


All part of the agonies Hagar goes through to bring you these photos. It wouldn't be half the fun if it was easy.

History & details of the restoration here. http://www.g-gyav.org.uk/pictures_7.htm

Doug, these are some amazing photos. Some of your best yet.

It's just great knowing every time I log on to SimV, I can be sure to find some smashing photos by you Hagar!  :)

Really super Doug. Pity it is the only one left.

Sleak plane! Amazing shots... Hagar quality!  ;)

Beautiful shots Hagar.  That is one pretty plane.
Beautiful lines.

Now THAT is one great looking plane!  ;)

Very nice presentation of a clean resto.....good shooting Doug !  :o

While it's sad there's only one left, it makes for real magic. That first not-quite-right inflight shot is like a picture of Nessie or something.
A real beauty, too... what a great replica project that would make!!

Simply beautiful Doug, thanks for suffering on our behalf to get these pictures

Thanks everyone for the kind words. It was a treat & an unexpected privilege to see that beautifully restored aeroplane back in the air where it belongs. This made the trip to Popham worth it for that alone. I got stuck in a traffic jam on the way there & after sitting there without moving for 30 minutes I almost gave it up as a bad job.

I've had more responses to this topic than usual in a very short space of time & had no idea it would be so popular. It might be worth doing similar features on other rare types now & again, when the opportunity crops up.

Great idea Doug, it is always a joy to see something different Sometimes it can prove highly educational

Wonderful Doug...very very nice

Thanks for the Link, made for some interesting reading.

Cheers...Happy Landings...Doug

One of the few better looking english designs. Neat.

Beauty of a plane! Great Pics too! Thanks for the shots Hagar! I've never heard of this plane untill now..