09jul2017 Duxford pics: P-51 Velma damaged in forced landin

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09jul2017 Duxford pics: P-51 Velma damaged in forced landin

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Pictures :?:
See
https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/wiki.php?id=196594
for links to them...

Propeller bent, engine probably shock-loaded, canopy jettisoned.
Date: 09-JUL-2017
Time:
Type: North American TF-51D Mustang

Owner/operator: Anglia Aircraft Restorations Ltd.
Registration: G-TFSI
C/n / msn: 124-44703

Fatalities: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 1
Other fatalities: 0
Airplane damage: Minor
Location: Duxford, Cambridgeshire
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Re: 09jul2017 Duxford pics: P-51 Velma damaged in forced lan

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There are some very graphic pictures of the incident unfolding on the UKAR-forum. There also is what appears to be serious damage to (at least) the starboard wing. Another blow to the warbird scene, but luckily without personal injuries.
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