Ep.116 – Restoration Force & the Cockpiteers
We talk to Gavin Hoffen about his new book ‘Restoration Force’ which features the often unseen and sometimes secretive world of cockpit restoration projects. We find out why and how these are accomplished, along with the outcomes these enthusiasts hope to achieve.
Image Copyright – Bob Nairn
We also discuss the latest space, aviation and military news
Recorded 27th April 2021
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News (03:40)
747 Supertanker ceases ops
SpaceX wins NASA Moon Lander
Airbus Helicopters to test autonomous systems
Carrier Strike Group gets set to sail
Restoration Force (24:03)
Restoration Force
Aircraft cockpit & instrument panel collectors Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/429558373751028
Promoting Aerospace (55:21)
Cockpit-Fest 2021
Rolls-Royce Electric World Record Attempt Helmet Design Competition – https://www.rolls-royce.com/~/media/Files/R/Rolls-Royce/documents/news/press-releases/rr-spirit-of-innovation-helmet-design.pdf%20
Gulf War POW: Interview with Dave Waddington
Outtakes 1.01:47
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