Spitfire Squadron - Part 3

Spitfire Squadron … Part 3

Within the aircraft hanger, there’s a hive of activity as a Mk.Vb has  its propeller removed for repair during its 30 hour inspection. 

The fitters and riggers can be seen working through their long list of items requiring checking. For example, the engine cowlings would be removed to allow the oil filter to be removed and cleaned, and the engine checked for possible oil, fuel or coolant leaks; the propeller spinner would be removed to allow checking for possible damage, as has been found here, or leakage from the hydraulic pitch-change mechanism. 

In this scene, one of the port guns is being replaced and a sticking canopy is getting some attention. 

Meanwhile a dispatch rider delivers an important package for the second Spitfire which is sat at the back of the hanger awaiting for work to commence. 

Most of the bits and bobs of equipment here were sourced via the Airfix’s WWII RAF Bomber Re-Supply Set, and the fitters and riggers are from a box of Airfix’s RAF Personnel. The makeshift frame with pulley I scratch built from old bits of spares and stretched sprue, so pleased I no longer throw stuff away! 

To be continued …