Pair of Lancasters just flew over Billericay

[Andy 308GTB]

Did anyone else see them?

I was aware that the Canadian aircraft was in the country and that the pair would be participating in airshows. But to see them go low over your own back garden is a bit special.

I doubt I will ever see that again!

[Andy 308GTB]

KST80 said:

You might, I think they are parked up at Southend for a week or so!!. They landed there earlier, although I'm up North so this is hearsay.

Good call my friend...

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[Andy 308GTB]

RDJ said:

I heard the distant sound of merlin engines

I could hear & see them coming. As they went overhead - quite low - they were setting off car alarms!
I'm thinking of heading down to Southend Airport on the Saturday, the trick may be to get the train there as I doubt if you'll be able to park close?

[Andy 308GTB]

Roo said:

Aug 16, 2014: http://youtu.be/CpWfvwBT8Fk

Filmed from a friends back garden on Saturday.

That was better than being at an airshow - and you got the Spitfire & Hurricane too!

[Andy 308GTB]

I'm thinking of going down on Saturday to Southend Airport.
Does anyone know more details other than they will take off between 11am and 2pm?

[Andy 308GTB]

RDJ said:

I got fairly close to them today
Our Lancaster
The Canadian one

Mate - that is superb.
I'll be at Southend tomorrow to see them depart. Can't wait.