HJ711 at the Yorkshire Air Museum and Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, Photos 2016 - Present
 

Engine Run and Brief Taxy - 6th May 2019
HJ711's second engine run and short taxy of the day on 6th May 2019. HJ711's second engine run and short taxy of the day on 6th May 2019.
HJ711's first engine run and short taxy of the day on 6th May 2019. HJ711's first engine run and short taxy of the day on 6th May 2019.
 

First Public Engine Run - 22nd September 2018
On 22nd September 2018, HJ711 performed the first engine run in public of the port engine. This was an amazing achievement as the reassembly of HJ711 had been started only just over a year previously!
HJ711's second engine run of the day on 22nd September 2018. HJ711's second engine run of the day on 22nd September 2018.
HJ711's first public engine run of the port engine on 22nd September 2018. HJ711's first public engine run of the port engine on 22nd September 2018.
 
In July 2017, HJ711 was disassembled and moved by road to the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre. Disassembly and transport took 3 days. Reassembly took place in August 2017 and took 2 days to get the major airframe assemblies back together.
 

Reassembly - 19th to 20th August 2017
Timelapse video of the reassembly of HJ711 day two on 20th August 2017. Each minute of the video correlates to an hour of the day. Timelapse video of the reassembly of HJ711 day two on 20th August 2017. Each minute of the video correlates to an hour of the day.
Timelapse video of the reassembly of HJ711 day one on 19th August 2017. Each minute of the video correlates to an hour of the day. Timelapse video of the reassembly of HJ711 day one on 19th August 2017. Each minute of the video correlates to an hour of the day.

Disassembly - 28th to 30th July 2017
Timelapse video of the disassembly of HJ711 day three on 30th July 2017. Each minute of the video correlates to an hour of the day. Timelapse video of the disassembly of HJ711 day three on 30th July 2017. Each minute of the video correlates to an hour of the day.
Timelapse video of the disassembly of HJ711 day two on 29th July 2017. Each minute of the video correlates to an hour of the day. Timelapse video of the disassembly of HJ711 day two on 29th July 2017. Each minute of the video correlates to an hour of the day.
Timelapse video of the disassembly of HJ711 day one on 28th July 2017. Each minute of the video correlates to an hour of the day. Timelapse video of the disassembly of HJ711 day one on 28th July 2017. Each minute of the video correlates to an hour of the day.
 

5th June 2016
HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day'. HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day'. For a larger (1500x1000, 519KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the front starboard quarter. HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the front starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 586KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the front starboard quarter. HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the front starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 541KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view fron the front. HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the front. For a larger (1500x1000, 523KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the front port quarter. HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the front port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 510KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the port side. HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the port side. For a larger ( 1500x1000, 473KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the port side. HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the port side. For a larger (1500x1000, 562KB) version of this image, click here.
View of HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day' from the rear port quarter. View of HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day' from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 552KB) version of this image, click here.
Closer view of HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day' from the rear port quarter. Closer view of HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day' from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 498KB) version of this image, click here.
View of HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day' from the rear port quarter. Note that this image has been created from multiple photos, hence the distortion visible. View of HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day' from the rear port quarter. Note that this image has been created from multiple photos, hence the distortion visible.. For a larger (2000x866, 644KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the rear port quarter. HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 646KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the rear port quarter. HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day', view from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 562KB) version of this image, click here.
Closer view of HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day' from the rear port quarter. Closer view of HJ711 in the corner of the hangar during the June 2016 'Thunder Day' from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 533KB) version of this image, click here.
Peter Grieve's Merlin XX with saxophone exhaust shrouds from HJ711. Closer view of Peter Grieve's Merlin XX with saxophone exhaust shrouds from HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 712KB) version of this image, click here.
Closer view of Peter Grieve's Merlin XX with saxophone exhaust shrouds from HJ711. Closer view of Peter Grieve's Merlin XX with saxophone exhaust shrouds from HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 520KB) version of this image, click here.
Peter Grieve's Merlin XX with saxophone exhaust shrouds from HJ711, view from directly in front of the engine. Note the different exhaust manifold profile. Peter Grieve's Merlin XX with saxophone exhaust shrouds from HJ711, view from directly in front of the engine. Note the different exhaust manifold profile. For a larger (1500x1000, 425KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of the saxophone exhaust shrouds from HJ711 mounted on Peter Grieve's Merlin XX. Close-up view of the saxophone exhaust shrouds from HJ711 mounted on Peter Grieve's Merlin XX. For a larger (1500x1000, 516KB) version of this image, click here.
Peter Grieve starting his Merlin XX during the June 2016 'Thunder Day'. Peter Grieve starting his Merlin XX during the June 2016 'Thunder Day'. For a larger (1500x1000, 710KB) version of this image, click here.
Closer view of the Merlin XX running. Closer view of the Merlin XX running. For a larger (1500x1000, 450KB) version of this image, click here.
Peter Grieve's Merlin XX running during the June 2016 'Thunder Day'. Peter Grieve's Merlin XX running during the June 2016 'Thunder Day'. For a larger (1500x1000, 628KB) version of this image, click here.
Closer view of the Merlin XX running. Closer view of the Merlin XX running. For a larger (1500x1000, 472KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of the rear of the saxophone exhausts fitted to Peter Grieve's Merlin XX. Note that this was after the engine had been run, hence the rather nice colour that the exhaust shrouds have turned! Close-up view of the rear of the saxophone exhausts fitted to Peter Grieve's Merlin XX. Note that this was after the engine had been run, hence the rather nice colour that the exhaust shrouds have turned!. For a larger (1500x1000, 424KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of the Merlin XX from the rear port quarter. Overall view of the Merlin XX from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 670KB) version of this image, click here.
View of the rear of the saxophone exhausts fitted to Peter Grieve's Merlin XX. View of the rear of the saxophone exhausts fitted to Peter Grieve's Merlin XX. For a larger (1500x1000, 472KB) version of this image, click here.
Side view of the saxophone exhaust shroud fitted to the post side of the Merlin XX. Side view of the saxophone exhaust shroud fitted to the post side of the Merlin XX. For a larger (1500x1000, 585KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of the Merlin XX from the rear port side. Note the colour of the exhaust shroud. Overall view of the Merlin XX from the rear port side. Note the colour of the exhaust shroud. For a larger (1500x1000, 655KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of port saxophone exhaust shroud from the front. Close-up view of port saxophone exhaust shroud from the front. For a larger (1500x1000, 491KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of port saxophone exhaust shroud from the front. Close-up view of port saxophone exhaust shroud from the front. For a larger (1500x1000, 444KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of the starboard exhaust shroud attached to the Merlin XX. Overall view of the starboard exhaust shroud attached to the Merlin XX. For a larger (1500x1000, 492KB) version of this image, click here.
Rear view of the starboard exhaust shroud attached to the Merlin XX. Rear view of the starboard exhaust shroud attached to the Merlin XX. For a larger (1500x1000, 459KB) version of this image, click here.
Rear view of the starboard exhaust shroud attached to the Merlin XX. Rear view of the starboard exhaust shroud attached to the Merlin XX. For a larger (1500x1000, 386KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of the exhaust exits on the port saxophone exhaust shroud. Close-up view of the exhaust exits on the port saxophone exhaust shroud. For a larger (1500x1000, 322KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of the exhaust exits on the port saxophone exhaust shroud. Close-up view of the exhaust exits on the port saxophone exhaust shroud. For a larger (1500x1000, 395KB) version of this image, click here.
 

15th May 2016 - Gathering to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the first flight of the Mosquito fighter prototype, W4052
Attendees from the de Havilland Aircraft Museum getting ready to help roll HJ711 out of the hangar. Attendees from the de Havilland Aircraft Museum getting ready to help roll HJ711 out of the hangar. For a larger (1500x1000, 581KB) version of this image, click here.
Tony Agar (L) and Tony Craig (R) having a discussion under HJ711 in the hangar. Tony Agar (L) and Tony Craig (R) having a discussion under HJ711 in the hangar. For a larger (1500x1000, 569KB) version of this image, click here.
The first aid kit in the cockpit of HJ711. The first aid kit in the cockpit of HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 535KB) version of this image, click here.
Opening the hangar doors prior to the rollout. Opening the hangar doors prior to the rollout. For a larger (1500x1000, 387KB) version of this image, click here.
View of HJ711 in the hangar from the front starboard quarter. View of HJ711 in the hangar from the front starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 551KB) version of this image, click here.
View of HJ711 in the hangar from directly in front of the aircraft. View of HJ711 in the hangar from directly in front of the aircraft. For a larger (1500x1000, 569KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 in the process of being rolled out of the hangar. HJ711 in the process of being rolled out of the hangar. For a larger (1500x1000, 535KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 in the process of being rolled out of the hangar. HJ711 in the process of being rolled out of the hangar. For a larger (1500x1000, 468KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 outside with a selection of those present for the day in front. Tony and Elaine are in green in the centre. HJ711 outside with a selection of those present for the day in front. Tony and Elaine are in green in the centre. For a larger (1500x1000, 558KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 outside, view from the rear starboard quarter. HJ711 outside, view from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 562KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 outside, view from the rear starboard quarter. HJ711 outside, view from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 598KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 outside, view from almost directly behind the aircraft. HJ711 outside, view from almost directly behind the aircraft. For a larger (1500x1000, 568KB) version of this image, click here.
Closer view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. Closer view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 636KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter. Overall view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 480KB) version of this image, click here.
Closer view of the forward portion of HJ711 from the port side. Closer view of the forward portion of HJ711 from the port side. For a larger (1500x1000, 346KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the port side. Overall view of HJ711 from the port side. For a larger (1500x1000, 400KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 being inspected by a number of visitors, view from the front port quarter. HJ711 being inspected by a number of visitors, view from the front port quarter.. For a larger (1500x1000, 447KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 attracted interest from many of the passing visitors. HJ711 attracted interest from many of the passing visitors. For a larger (1500x1000, 461KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 outside enjoying the sunshine! HJ711 outside enjoying the sunshine! For a larger (1500x1000, 550KB) version of this image, click here.
View of HJ711 from the starboard side. View of HJ711 from the starboard side. For a larger (1500x1000, 436KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 rolled out in the sunshine from the rear starboard quarter showing the elegant lines of the aircraft. HJ711 rolled out in the sunshine from the rear starboard quarter showing the elegant lines of the aircraft. For a larger (1500x1000, 619KB) version of this image, click here.
A view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter from a lower vantage point. A view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter from a lower vantage point. For a larger (1500x1000, 577KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. Another view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 599KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. Another view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 558KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 from directly behind the aircraft. HJ711 from directly behind the aircraft. For a larger (1500x1000, 582KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 outside in the sunshine, view from the rear port quarter. HJ711 outside in the sunshine, view from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 511KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of HJ711 outside in the sunshine from the rear port quarter. Another view of HJ711 outside in the sunshine from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 501KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of HJ711 outside in the sunshine from the rear port quarter. Another view of HJ711 outside in the sunshine from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 486KB) version of this image, click here.
Tony Craig in the pilot's seat of HJ711. Tony Craig in the pilot's seat of HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 235KB) version of this image, click here.
Tony Craig in the pilot's seat of HJ711. Tony Craig in the pilot's seat of HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 288KB) version of this image, click here.
Tony Craig in the pilot's seat and Ian Thirsk in the navigator's seat of HJ711. Tony Craig in the pilot's seat and Ian Thirsk in the navigator's seat of HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 322KB) version of this image, click here.
Tony Agar looking very happy at the attention that HJ711 was receiving. Tony Agar looking very happy at the attention that HJ711 was receiving. For a larger (1500x1000, 309KB) version of this image, click here.
Ian Thirsk steadies the ladder used on the day to access the cockpit for Tony Craig while speaking to Tony Agar. Ian Thirsk steadies the ladder used on the day to access the cockpit for Tony Craig while speaking to Tony Agar. For a larger (1500x1000, 304KB) version of this image, click here.
View of HJ711 from directly in front of the aircraft. Note the open cannon bay doors. View of HJ711 from directly in front of the aircraft. Note the open cannon bay doors. For a larger (1500x1000, 501KB) version of this image, click here.
A closer view of the open cannon bay doors and 20mm cannon. A closer view of the open cannon bay doors and 20mm cannon. For a larger (1500x1000, 330KB) version of this image, click here.
The interior of the cannon bay looking forwards showing cannon breeches, mounting brackets and ammunition boxes. The interior of the cannon bay looking forwards showing cannon breeches, mounting brackets and ammunition boxes. For a larger (1500x1000, 572KB) version of this image, click here.
A closer view of the open cannon bay doors and 20mm cannon. A closer view of the open cannon bay doors and 20mm cannon. For a larger (1500x1000, 310KB) version of this image, click here.
A closer view of the 20mm cannon muzzles in the underside of HJ711. A closer view of the 20mm cannon muzzles in the underside of HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 322KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter. Close-up view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 362KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter from a lower viewpoint. Close-up view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter from a lower viewpoint. For a larger (1500x1000, 335KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter. Close-up view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 326KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of HJ711's nose showing machine guns and arrowhead radar aerial from the front starboard quarter. Close-up view of HJ711's nose showing machine guns and arrowhead radar aerial from the front starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 238KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of the cockpit canopy from the rear port quarter. Close-up view of the cockpit canopy from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 238KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of the port wingtip from the rear port quarter showing the dipole aerial. Note the formation light at the rear of the wingtip just outboard of the aileron. Close-up view of the port wingtip from the rear port quarter showing the dipole aerial. Note the formation light at the rear of the wingtip just outboard of the aileron. For a larger (1500x1000, 207KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of the starboard wingtip from the rear starboard quarter showing the dipole aerial. Close-up view of the starboard wingtip from the rear starboard quarter showing the dipole aerial. For a larger (1500x1000, 213KB) version of this image, click here.
Another close-up view of the starboard wingtip, this time from the front starboard quarter. Another close-up view of the starboard wingtip, this time from the front starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 168KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 from the starboard side. HJ711 from the starboard side. For a larger (1500x1000, 430KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of the cockpit canopy from the rear starboard quarter. Note the navigator's armour plating containing a bulletproof window. Close-up view of the cockpit canopy from the rear starboard quarter. Note the navigator's armour plating containing a bulletproof window. For a larger (1500x1000, 378KB) version of this image, click here.
View over the rear of the starboard nacelle looking towards the cockpit. View over the rear of the starboard nacelle looking towards the cockpit. For a larger (1500x1000, 200KB) version of this image, click here.
Wider angle view from the rear of the aircraft on the starboard side looking towards the cockpit. Wider angle view from the rear of the aircraft on the starboard side looking towards the cockpit. For a larger (1500x1000, 366KB) version of this image, click here.
View from the rear starboard quarter of HJ711. View from the rear starboard quarter of HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 341KB) version of this image, click here.
View along the fuselage of HJ711 looking forward from the rear of the aircraft. View along the fuselage of HJ711 looking forward from the rear of the aircraft. For a larger (1500x1000, 331KB) version of this image, click here.
View from the rear of HJ711 looking forwards from a lower angle. View from the rear of HJ711 looking forwards from a lower angle. For a larger (1500x1000, 344KB) version of this image, click here.
View from the rear of HJ711 looking forwards from a lower angle showing details of the rear of the fuselage, rudder and elevators. View from the rear of HJ711 looking forwards from a lower angle showing details of the rear of the fuselage, rudder and elevators. For a larger (1500x1000, 425KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up of the rear of the fuselage of HJ711. Close-up of the rear of the fuselage of HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 337KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up of the rear of the fuselage of HJ711. Close-up of the rear of the fuselage of HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 425KB) version of this image, click here.
Detail of the starboard elevator trim tab and adjustment mechanism. Detail of the starboard elevator trim tab and adjustment mechanism. For a larger (1500x1000, 283KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up of the starboard elevator and trim tab. Close-up of the starboard elevator and trim tab. For a larger (1500x1000, 354KB) version of this image, click here.
Detail of the port elevator and trim tab adjustment mechanism from underneath the port elevator looking rearwards. Detail of the port elevator and trim tab adjustment mechanism from underneath the port elevator looking rearwards. For a larger (1500x1000, 227KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711's tailwheel, view from in front of the port tailplane. HJ711's tailwheel, view from in front of the port tailplane. For a larger (1500x1000, 477KB) version of this image, click here.
Tony Agar discussing the finer points of the Mosquito with one of the visitors from the de Havilland Aircraft Museum. Tony Agar discussing the finer points of the Mosquito with one of the visitors from the de Havilland Aircraft Museum. For a larger (1500x1000, 451KB) version of this image, click here.
Detail of the ground starter plug input cover on the port side of the fueselage. Detail of the ground starter plug input cover on the port side of the fueselage. For a larger (1500x1000, 251KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of the port fueselage site looking forwards. Overall view of the port fueselage site looking forwards. For a larger (1500x1000, 268KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of the port side/rear of the cockpit from the rear port quarter. Close-up view of the port side/rear of the cockpit from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 216KB) version of this image, click here.
Port wing aileron mechanism detail, view from behind the port wing. Port wing aileron mechanism detail, view from behind the port wing. For a larger (1500x1000, 236KB) version of this image, click here.
Port wing aileron trim tab mechanism detail, view verticaly upwards between the outer flap (at the left) and the aileron (right). Port wing aileron trim tab mechanism detail, view verticaly upwards between the outer flap (at the left) and the aileron (right). For a larger (1000x1500, 257KB) version of this image, click here.
Underside of the port wing outboard of the nacelle. The location of the previous photo can be seen between the flap and the aileron. Underside of the port wing outboard of the nacelle. The location of the previous photo can be seen between the flap and the aileron. For a larger (1500x1000, 272KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the front port quarter. Overall view of HJ711 from the front port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 379KB) version of this image, click here.
Cannon ammunition box lids. Cannon ammunition box lids. For a larger (1000x1500, 613KB) version of this image, click here.
The cannon ammunition box lids are handed port and starboard. This lid is marked 'port' in paint if you look carefully at the centre of the image. The cannon ammunition box lids are handed port and starboard. This lid is marked 'port' in paint if you look carefully at the centre of the image. For a larger (1500x1000, 264KB) version of this image, click here.
Elaine obtaining signatures for attendees. Elaine obtaining signatures for attendees. For a larger (1500x1000, 447KB) version of this image, click here.
Peter Grieve was present with his Merlin engine to perform runs during the day. View of the engine from the front. Peter Grieve was present with his Merlin engine to perform runs during the day. View of the engine from the front. For a larger (1500x1000, 801KB) version of this image, click here.
Peter Grieve running his Merlin XX engine. Peter Grieve running his Merlin XX engine. For a larger (1500x1000, 736KB) version of this image, click here.
Peter Grieve's Merlin engine following its run. Peter Grieve's Merlin engine following its run. For a larger (1500x1000, 804KB) version of this image, click here.
Port-side view of Peter Grieve's Merlin engine. Port-side view of Peter Grieve's Merlin engine. For a larger (1500x1000, 567KB) version of this image, click here.
Merlin engine model information plate on Peter Grieve's Merlin indocating that this is a Merlin XX. Merlin engine model information plate on Peter Grieve's Merlin indocating that this is a Merlin XX. For a larger (1500x1000, 540KB) version of this image, click here.
Merlin generator information plate. Merlin generator information plate. For a larger (1500x1000, 491KB) version of this image, click here.
View of Peter Grieve's Merlin from the rear showing the controls. View of Peter Grieve's Merlin from the rear showing the controls. For a larger (1500x1000, 795KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of Peter Grieve's Merlin from the rear starboard quarter. Another view of Peter Grieve's Merlin from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 706KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of the Merlin from the front starboard quarter. Overall view of the Merlin from the front starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 778KB) version of this image, click here.
Elaine, Tony and Peter in discussion at the end of the day. Elaine, Tony and Peter in discussion at the end of the day. For a larger (1500x1000, 821KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up of the front starboard exhaust. Close-up of the front starboard exhaust. For a larger (1500x1000, 505KB) version of this image, click here.
 

24th April 2016
View of HJ711's starboard engine and over the starboard wing from immediately to the port of the cockpit. View of HJ711's starboard engine and over the starboard wing from immediately to the port of the cockpit. For a larger (1500x1000, 491KB) version of this image, click here.
View of HJ711's starboard engine and over the starboard wing from immediately to the port of the cockpit. View of HJ711's starboard engine and over the starboard wing from immediately to the port of the cockpit. For a larger (1500x1000, 515KB) version of this image, click here.
View of HJ711's port engine and over the port wing from immediately to the port of the cockpit. View of HJ711's port engine and over the port wing from immediately to the port of the cockpit. For a larger (1500x1000, 518KB) version of this image, click here.
View of HJ711's starboard engine and over the starboard wing from immediately to the port of the cockpit. Note that the cockpit escape hatch has been removed. View of HJ711's starboard engine and over the starboard wing from immediately to the port of the cockpit. Note that the cockpit escape hatch has been removed. For a larger (1500x1000, 536KB) version of this image, click here.
View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forward from immediately above the armour plating of the pilot's seat. View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forward from immediately above the armour plating of the pilot's seat. For a larger (1500x1000, 590KB) version of this image, click here.
View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking from the rear port quarter of the escape hatch towards the door. View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking from the rear port quarter of the escape hatch towards the door. For a larger (1500x1000, 539KB) version of this image, click here.
View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forwards from immediately above/behind the armour plating of the pilot's seat. View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forwards from immediately above/behind the armour plating of the pilot's seat. For a larger (1500x1000, 593KB) version of this image, click here.
View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forwards from immediately above/behind the armour plating of the pilot's seat using the camera flash. View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forwards from immediately/behind above the armour plating of the pilot's seat using the camera flash. For a larger (1500x1000, 624KB) version of this image, click here.
View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forwards from immediately above/behind the armour plating of the pilot's seat using the camera flash. View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forwards from immediately/behind above the armour plating of the pilot's seat using the camera flash. For a larger (1500x1000, 632KB) version of this image, click here.
View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forwards/downwards from immediately above the armour plating of the pilot's seat using the camera flash. View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forward/downwards from immediately above the armour plating of the pilot's seat using the camera flash. For a larger (1500x1000, 602KB) version of this image, click here.
View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forward/downwards from immediately above the armour plating of the pilot's seat. View into the cockpit of HJ711 through the escape hatch looking forward/downwards from immediately above the armour plating of the pilot's seat. For a larger (1500x1000, 584KB) version of this image, click here.
View forwards from the approximate location of the pilot's head. View forwards from the approximate location of the pilot's head. For a larger (1500x1000, 506KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of the top of the cockpit with the escape hatch removed. Overall view of the top of the cockpit with the escape hatch removed. For a larger (1500x1000, 588KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view through the escape hatch from the rear port quarter of the hatch looking towards the door. Overall view through the escape hatch from the rear port quarter of the hatch looking towards the door. For a larger (1500x1000, 528KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view through the escape hatch from the rear port quarter of the hatch looking towards the door with the camera flash. Overall view through the escape hatch from the rear port quarter of the hatch looking towards the door with the camera flash. For a larger (1500x1000, 585KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view through the escape hatch from the rear starboard quarter of the hatch. Overall view through the escape hatch from the rear starboard quarter of the hatch. For a larger (1500x1000, 521KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view through the escape hatch from the rear starboard quarter of the hatch with the camera flash. Overall view through the escape hatch from the rear starboard quarter of the hatch with the camera flash. For a larger (1500x1000, 585KB) version of this image, click here.
closer view through the escape hatch from the rear starboard quarter of the hatch with the camera flash. closer view through the escape hatch from the rear starboard quarter of the hatch with the camera flash. For a larger (1500x1000, 603KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter with the camera flash. Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter with the camera flash. For a larger (1500x1000, 538KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter. Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 538KB) version of this image, click here.
View of HJ711's cockpit looking forwards from the approximate position of the navigator's head. View of HJ711's cockpit looking forwards from the approximate position of the navigator's head. For a larger (1500x1000, 568KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter. Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 600KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter. Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 624KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from almost directly above. Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from almost directly above. For a larger (1500x1000, 579KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view the cockpit looking vertically downwards from directly above. Overall view the cockpit looking vertically downwards from directly above. For a larger (1500x1321, 669KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view the cockpit looking vertically downwards from directly above. Overall view the cockpit looking vertically downwards from directly above. For a larger (1500x1000, 545KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711's cockpit through the escape hatch looking backwards from the front starboard quarter. Note the navigator's armour plate which can fold down and contains a bulletproof window. HJ711's cockpit through the escape hatch looking backwards from the front starboard quarter. Note the navigator's armour plate which can fold down and contains a bulletproof window. For a larger (1500x1000, 543KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711's cockpit through the escape hatch looking backwards from the front starboard quarter. Note the navigator's armour plate which can fold down and contains a bulletproof window. HJ711's cockpit through the escape hatch looking backwards from the front starboard quarter. Note the navigator's armour plate which can fold down and contains a bulletproof window. For a larger (1500x1000, 517KB) version of this image, click here.
The navigator's armour plate which can fold down and contains a bulletproof window. The navigator's armour plate which can fold down and contains a bulletproof window. For a larger (1500x1000, 493KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter with the camera flash. Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter with the camera flash. For a larger (1500x1000, 608KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter. Overall view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 582KB) version of this image, click here.
Wide-angle view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter also showing some of the escape hatch mount in the canopy. Wide-angle view of HJ711's cockpit from the rear starboard quarter also showing some of the escape hatch mount in the canopy. For a larger (1500x1000, 519KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up of the pilot's side of the cockpit. Close-up of the pilot's side of the cockpit. For a larger (1500x1000, 603KB) version of this image, click here.
View of the starboard engine and wing leading edge from above with the engine cowlings removed. View of the starboard engine and wing leading edge from above with the engine cowlings removed. For a larger (1500x1000, 543KB) version of this image, click here.
View of the starboard engine from above with the engine cowlings removed. View of the starboard engine from above with the engine cowlings removed. For a larger (1000x1500, 587KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 looking port from just outside the starboard engine on the wing. Overall view of HJ711 looking port from just outside the starboard engine on the wing. For a larger (1500x1000, 506KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 looking forwards and port from just outside the starboard engine. Overall view of HJ711 looking forwards and port from just outside the starboard engine. For a larger (1500x1000, 552KB) version of this image, click here.
The starboard engine and inboard wing leading edge radiator housing, view from just behind the starboard engine. The starboard engine and inboard wing leading edge radiator housing, view from just behind the starboard engine. For a larger (1500x1000, 546KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up of the starboard side of the canopy. Close-up of the starboard side of the canopy. For a larger (1500x1000, 501KB) version of this image, click here.
View of the port engine and wing leading edge from above with the engine cowlings removed. Note the escape hatch on the port radiator housing. View of the port engine and wing leading edge from above with the engine cowlings removed. Note the escape hatch on the port radiator housing. For a larger (1500x1000, 555KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 looking starboard from immediately behind the port engine. Overall view of HJ711 looking starboard from immediately behind the port engine. For a larger (1500x1000, 557KB) version of this image, click here.
A quick shot of Tony standing on the starboard wing of HJ711. A quick shot of Tony standing on the starboard wing of HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 566KB) version of this image, click here.
The flare pistol mounted in the rear canopy. Note also racks for additional equiment mounted in the rear of the cockpit space behind the pilot's seat. The flare pistol mounted in the rear canopy. Note also racks for additional equiment mounted in the rear of the cockpit space behind the pilot's seat. For a larger (1500x1000, 462KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up of the flare pistol. Close-up of the flare pistol. For a larger (1500x1000, 425KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 looking rearwards from immediately to the port of the canopy on the port wing. Overall view of HJ711 looking rearwards from immediately to the port of the canopy on the port wing. For a larger (1500x1000, 498KB) version of this image, click here.
Dinghy storage and aerial mast mounted on the top of the rear fuselage. Dinghy storage and aerial mast mounted on the top of the rear fuselage.. For a larger (1500x1000, 430KB) version of this image, click here.
With the dinghy storage removed, you can access the top of the fuselage above the wing. Note that the 'floor' to this space is the upper surface of the wing of the Mosquito. The space available is used for additional equiment, and the complete mounting arrangement for the aerial mast can also be seen. With the dinghy storage removed, you can access the top of the fuselage above the wing. Note that the 'floor' to this space is the upper surface of the wing of the Mosquito. The space available is used for additional equiment, and the complete mounting arrangement for the aerial mast can also be seen. For a larger (1500x1000, 432KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of the space revealed upon removal of the dinghy storage. This view is from the front port quarter of the storage space looking towards the rear starboard quarter. Another view of the space revealed upon removal of the dinghy storage. This view is from the front port quarter of the storage space looking towards the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 430KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of the space revealed upon removal of the dinghy storage, this time looking from the port side towards the starboard side (the starboard wing can be seen at the top of the photograph). Another view of the space revealed upon removal of the dinghy storage, this time looking from the port side towards the starboard side (the starboard wing can be seen at the top of the photograph). For a larger (1500x1000, 455KB) version of this image, click here.
View looking forwards of the space revealed when the dinghy storage is removed from the top of the fuselage. View looking forwards of the space revealed when the dinghy storage is removed from the top of the fuselage. For a larger (1500x1000, 446KB) version of this image, click here.
View looking towards the front starboard quarter of the cockpit from immediately above the armour plating for the pilot's seat. View looking towards the front starboard quarter of the cockpit from immediately above the armour plating for the pilot's seat. For a larger (1500x1000, 507KB) version of this image, click here.
View looking further downwards towards the front starboard quarter of the cockpit from immediately above the armour plating for the pilot's seat. View looking further downwards towards the front starboard quarter of the cockpit from immediately above the armour plating for the pilot's seat. For a larger (1500x1000, 600KB) version of this image, click here.
The front of the canopy, windscreen (including wiper) and the top of the nose of HJ711. The front of the canopy, windscreen (including wiper) and the top of the nose of HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 451KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of the canopy from the rear port quarter. Overall view of the canopy from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 527KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating, this time with the door closed. Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating, this time with the door closed. For a larger (1500x1000, 563KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating, this time with the door closed, with camera flash. Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating, this time with the door closed, with camera flash. For a larger (1500x1000, 653KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating concentrating on the starboard cockpit interior. Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating concentrating on the starboard cockpit interior. For a larger (1500x1000, 625KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating, this time with the door closed, with camera flash. Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating, this time with the door closed, with camera flash. For a larger (1500x1000, 613KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating concentrating on the starboard cockpit interior. Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating concentrating on the starboard cockpit interior. For a larger (1500x1000, 604KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating concentrating on the starboard cockpit interior. Another view of the cockpit from immediately above the pilot's armour plating concentrating on the starboard cockpit interior. For a larger (1500x1000, 563KB) version of this image, click here.
Another view of the cockpit looking forwards and downwards from above the rear of the escape hatch location. Another view of the cockpit looking forwards and downwards from above the rear of the escape hatch location. For a larger (1500x1000, 485KB) version of this image, click here.
View of the cockpit looking forwards from between the pilot and navigator's armour plating. View of the cockpit looking forwards from between the pilot and navigator's armour plating. For a larger (1500x1000, 512KB) version of this image, click here.
View of the cockpit looking rearwards and starboard from the starboard side above the escape hatch. View of the cockpit looking rearwards and starboard from the starboard side above the escape hatch. For a larger (1500x1000, 511KB) version of this image, click here.
View of the cockpit looking starboard from the approximate position of the pilot's head. View of the cockpit looking starboard from the approximate position of the pilot's head. For a larger (1500x1000, 478KB) version of this image, click here.
View of the cockpit looking rear and starboard from the approximate position of the pilot's head. View of the cockpit looking rear and starboard from the approximate position of the pilot's head. For a larger (1500x1000, 514KB) version of this image, click here.
View of the cockpit looking rear and starboard from the approximate position of the pilot's head. View of the cockpit looking rear and starboard from the approximate position of the pilot's head. For a larger (1500x1000, 496KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter. Overall view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 522KB) version of this image, click here.
Slightly closer overall view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter. Slightly closer overall view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 494KB) version of this image, click here.
Wide-angle overall view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter. Note the engine covers on the trolley on the left of the photo. Wide-angle overall view of HJ711 from the front starboard quarter. Note the engine covers on the trolley on the left of the photo. For a larger (1500x1000, 506KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from just to the starboard of immediately in front of the aircraft. Overall view of HJ711 from just to the starboard of immediately in front of the aircraft. For a larger (1500x1000, 494KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from immediately in front of the aircraft. Overall view of HJ711 from immediately in front of the aircraft. For a larger (1500x1000, 464KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the front port quarter. Note the 20mm cannon behind the ladder. Overall view of HJ711 from the front port quarter. Note the 20mm cannon behind the ladder. For a larger (1500x1000, 471KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the front port quarter. Overall view of HJ711 from the front port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 492KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter including the ground starting unit. Overall view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter including the ground starting unit. For a larger (1500x1000, 503KB) version of this image, click here.
Long exposure shot of HJ711 from the rear port quarter (hence the blurring of movement that occurred during the photo). Long exposure shot of HJ711 from the rear port quarter (hence the blurring of movement that occurred during the photo). For a larger (1500x1000, 391KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. Overall view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 373KB) version of this image, click here.
Low-angle overall shot of HJ711 from the rear of the aircraft. Low-angle overall shot of HJ711 from the rear of the aircraft. For a larger (1500x1000, 424KB) version of this image, click here.
Low-angle overall shot of HJ711 from the rear of the aircraft. Low-angle overall shot of HJ711 from the rear of the aircraft. For a larger (1000x1500, 414KB) version of this image, click here.
View along the port side of HJ711's fuselage from above the port tailplane. View along the port side of HJ711's fuselage from above the port tailplane. For a larger (1500x1000, 457KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of the port side of HJ711 from immediately at the end of the port tailplane. Overall view of the port side of HJ711 from immediately at the end of the port tailplane. For a larger (1500x1000, 535KB) version of this image, click here.
Low-angle shot of from underneath the wing of the Dakota parked behind the aircraft. Low-angle shot of from underneath the wing of the Dakota parked behind the aircraft. For a larger (1500x1000, 516KB) version of this image, click here.
Cannon under fairing components. Cannon under fairing components. For a larger (1500x1000, 406KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. Overall view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 501KB) version of this image, click here.
Low-angle shot of from underneath the wing of the Dakota parked behind the aircraft. Low-angle shot of from underneath the wing of the Dakota parked behind the aircraft. For a larger (1500x1000, 447KB) version of this image, click here.
 

28th January 2016
HJ711 in the hangar, view from the rear with a wide-angle lens. HJ711 in the hangar, view from the rear with a wide-angle lens. For a larger (1500x1000, 442KB) version of this image, click here.
HJ711 in the hangar, view from directly behind the aircraft with a wide-angle lens. HJ711 in the hangar, view from directly behind the aircraft with a wide-angle lens. For a larger (1500x1000, 491KB) version of this image, click here.
Low angle view of HJ711 from the rear. Low angle view of HJ711 from the rear. For a larger (1500x1000, 438KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. Overall view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 412KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter. Overall view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 448KB) version of this image, click here.
Low angle view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter. Low angle view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 489KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter. Overall view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 476KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up of the rear fuselage and tail of HJ711. Close-up of the rear fuselage and tail of HJ711. For a larger (1500x1000, 340KB) version of this image, click here.
Low angle overall view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. Low angle overall view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 425KB) version of this image, click here.
Closer view along the fuselage of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. Closer view along the fuselage of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 347KB) version of this image, click here.
Low angle overall view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. Low angle overall view of HJ711 from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 393KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 in the hangar. Overall view of HJ711 in the hangar. For a larger (1500x1000, 510KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter. Overall view of HJ711 from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 449KB) version of this image, click here.
Close-up view of the tail fin and tailplane from the starboard side. Close-up view of the tail fin and tailplane from the starboard side. For a larger (1000x1500, 302KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of the rear fuselage, tail fin and tailplane from the rear starboard quarter. Overall view of the rear fuselage, tail fin and tailplane from the rear starboard quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 383KB) version of this image, click here.
Overall view of HJ711 and across the hangar in general from the rear port quarter. Overall view of HJ711 and across the hangar in general from the rear port quarter. For a larger (1500x1000, 457KB) version of this image, click here.
 
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