Newark Air Museum

Avro Vulcan B2 XM594 (c)2006 Jon Pumpkin
EE Canberra B(1).8 WV787 (c)2006 Jon Pumpkin

This was a little gem of a Museum. I wasn't expecting much, but there were loads of interesting exhibits, set out nicely so that they could be photographed. The collection does, imho, rival that of Duxford.

It was possible to get really up close and personal with the Vulcan - it's nice when they trust you that way. She was displayed with a bomb-load, refuelling pack and Blue Steel missile, main and ecm hatches open. Great to see.

The Canberra was one of a number at Newark. I loved the "Playboy" black scheme, and hope they keep it.