Lockdown Video 16 Mosquito engine run

[@dontrufit7889]

Neville Wheeldon please include yourself in amongst the dedicated and skilled persons and for providing us with this highly sought after content I wait for and appreciate. You are the best

[@arnhemseptember2009]

True!

[@johnclarke2553]

Hear, hear!

[@samrodian919]

Yes I fully agree, Neville you are amongst those with dedication to bring to the wider world the fantastic work being achieved at East Kirkby. Thank you everybody.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Cheers Don

[@harrothepilot]

Yep, hear hear, if it wasn’t for your dedication, we would never get to see this from Australia. I don’t ever see myself getting there, and your vids provide a wonderful insight to what goes on there.

[@grahamschofield8730]

Gentleman...I salute you for your magnificent restoration...an iconic aeroplane...👍..and I've been to visit East Kirby a few times...just love it and the atmosphere...

[@marknelson5929]

Wonderfull stuff from Australia, the best aircraft to come out of UK during the war due to its 'multi-role' capability. It's always been my favourite. I knew an English navigator who flew with the RCAF 418 Squadron from day one. He went to Canada to train as a nav and such was his ability he was invited to form up with 418 from day one and went back to UK with them. He ended up being if I recall their longest serving member. At the end of the war he moved to other Mosquito units, serving on them till 1950. He then emigrated to Australia in 51 with his wife an ex WAAF whom he met during the war. He in turn worked for Qantas until retirement in 1971. I met him around 7 yrs ago, he lived locally. A charming and lovely man who loved his time in the Mosquito. Sadly now he and his wife have passed on.I miss them both very much, a real gentleman with a huge passion for cricket. What that generation experienced and had to do at such a young age and if they survived, then move on with a new life is quite extraordinary. He told me stories about witnessing his mates being shot down on low-level work on Luftwaffe airfields, being so low they had little chance to climb in order to bale out...

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Nice story Mark

[@davidbassett4577]

Wonderful to see the Mossie under her own power .. fantastic effort to all involved . My grandfather made wing parts for Mosquitoes during WW2 at William Birch & Co furniture factory in High Wycombe (one of many in that down that did).. so feel very connected to these beautiful aircraft

[@brucecaldwell6701]

Hats off to the people who keep these beautiful & historic aircraft flying!

[@SuzanneKnowles-i1m]

My mother's cousin Fred Plumb was an engineer responsible for this lovely aircraft. After the war, he and his wife went to live in Canada to run DH Canada. My Godmother's husband worked at Hatfield making propellers for Mosquitos and was killed in the only air-raid on the factory. In 1942, my father went on a training course in Little Snoring in Norfolk and changed from flying Wellingtons to Mosquitos. I have a tiny silver Mossie cast from silver solder by one of the mechanics in his squadron.

[@mikeyswingsacrossthesky2244]

A well done indeed, and include yourself Neville for bringing us these fantastic behind the scenes footage. These videos showcase just how much goes into keeping these beautiful aircraft going and soon flying again as for the Lanc.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Cheers Mickey

[@roscoe9507]

The only original moving under her own power Mosquito. Amazing to see, well done all involved

[@MotorClassics]

These planes are seriously under renowned.

[@ianstewartaviation2634]

Whoever gave this video a thumbs down should be ashamed of themselves 🤔

[@motormech1h343]

maybe he had fat fingers

[@belchnasty]

6 of them! Splitters!!

[@bigantplowright5711]

They are the special ones. They only give negatives, that is the way they are.

[@cb3609]

thumb down , only like german planes !! ;)

[@bigantplowright5711]

@@cb3609 Pathetic reply. If you only like German planes, why did you watch it???????????????????

[@bobdyer422]

You could tell by each stroke of the prime on the Stbd engine, gave the Merlin a bit more life. I'm glad you mentioned that Neville, I thought I was hearing a rod knock. She may not fly, but she's still ALIVE! Great vid Neville, well done to you also Neville. THANKS!

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Thanks Bob

[@1godfray]

OH WOW !! Ideal weather to show off those colours at their best - And OH! What a lovely Aeroplane !

[@keithbrown9224]

She pures. Like a dream lovely to watch and hear her running well done everybody

[@maxheadroom7687]

Fantastic to see them again! Thought I heard a rattle but the commentator explained it! Well done guys!👍😎🇬🇧🇦🇺

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Cheers Stephen.

[@mikenelson8786]

Great to see such a wonderful aircraft being looked after properly. Thank you to all concerned.

[@jfro5867]

Wonderful. Visited there some years ago for my 40th birthday. Superb day out. Will have to go again to see the Mosquito!

[@gerrydepp8164]

Most beautifull plane ever built...

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

She his Gerry

[@milanondrak5564]

I totally agree with you. The lines of the Mosquito are absolutely stunning.

[@peterparr2374]

agreed.

[@cb3609]

me 262 what else !!!

[@milanondrak5564]

@@cb3609 You do realise the engines on the Me 262 only had a 6hr lifespan before needing to be replaced don't you?

[@Back2TheBike]

Wonderful, thanks so much for sharing. My dad was a Lanc Sgt Pilot with PFF. This is pure music to ears and food for the soul.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Pleased you liked the video mate.

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

A definite well done indeed. Thanks once again Neville for sharing this video. I’m afraid it’ll be quite sometime before I can get to see the museum so it’s wonderful to see your videos. Thank You

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

It's a pleasure Diesel.

[@barriejohnson6850]

Amazing what you can make in woodwork. A truly FANTASTIC plane

[@wernerfeil7900]

Erinnert mich an "Flammen über Fernost" mit Gregory Peck, Bernhard Lee und Win Min Than....... Schöner Film!

[@barrybloggs9474]

The Mossie does not get the accolades it deserves like the Spitfire does. The Mossie helped win the war

[@welditmick]

The first multi role aircraft really.

[@maxheadroom7687]

Absolutely! Wonderful aircraft.....lovely to see it running again!👍😎🇦🇺🇬🇧

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Sure did Barry

[@MarkSmith-js2pu]

Very nice, The Wright’s flew in 1903. It boggles my mind to think how fast engine and airframe technologies evolved by wartime.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Sure did Mark.

[@ianstewartaviation2634]

Awesome sight and sound once again many thanks Neville for your updates and a big shout out to all involved 👍👌🇬🇧

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Thanks Ian.

[@ianglasse809]

I've been 'bitten' by a Mosquito! No complaints though. What an uplift amongst all the doom and gloom.

[@terrybennett4294]

Said I before and will say it again, anyone who had a hand in getting rid of or destroying WW2 war birds should be tried for war crimes! Absolutely beautiful!

[@woooster17]

Beautiful.. love when you hear the engine notes sync.. Outstanding restoration ❤️

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Tony did a good job mate

[@jazzkazz]

Thank you for another lovely video update for those of us unable to visit the centre in person. It's great to see HJ711 on the move again.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

First time this year Karen.

[@Martin-cc5xn]

British war birds were just so beautiful, elegant... and deadly, the golden age of aircraft design.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Cheers Martin

[@bradleydavies4781]

One of the most important aircraft of W.W.2.

[@chequeredflagracing]

Hi Neville. Nice to meet up and chat with you whilst we stood and videoed the Mosquito, Glenn. I only came in the venue to see the Lancaster taxi but heard the Mosquito had to be run up and taxied as they had a paying customer the following day. I had to leave via the trades men's gate

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Hi Glenn good to hear from you. It was a good day for viewing the Lancaster and Mosquito.

[@stdavidboy]

Beautifull aircraft with so much history in many areas of 2nd WW. Loved the film ...thanks

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Cheers Nigel.

[@sirtwills1081]

Very very nice ✌🏼makes the hairs stand up

[@garethrees100]

What a plane ! My favourite of all time.

[@philip167]

you can never beat the sound of the Merlin engine

[@arnhemseptember2009]

Love that sound. Easy start for both engines!

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

First time run this year

[@tez4274]

Well done to you Nev, your dedication is very much appreciated , as well.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Cheers Tez.

[@andrewpudney3338]

What a great video lovely clear and very emotional to see well done everyone you are a credit ...

[@lanfrancopignoli5553]

wooden wonder, is the most perfect nickname ever

[@tonylarkin7564]

Thanks again Nev. Another Excellent Video Regards Tony Australia

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Thanks Tony.

[@tonylarkin7564]

No Worries Mate 🇦🇺

[@williammcpherson7439]

Absolutely beautiful aircraft.

[@richardbourne6743]

Can’t wait to see it flying with the lancaster.

[@JoshMallard96]

Good video, the mosquito runs well. Thanks for sharing this Neville, kind regards from Josh.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Thanks Josh.

[@WoodWizardrybyColin]

Its a shame this one will never fly but at least The People's Mosquito charity is building one

[@harrymonk2442]

Smashing video , thank you for sharing this , well done to all involved 👍

[@clausmadsen6754]

Both props turn counter clockwise... I thought they needed to turn opposite each other to prevent annoying handling problems

[@steve-ip6qs]

how can you dislike that sound and look at how gawgus that plane looks

[@sionhughes5543]

I was expecting 16 mosquitoes until I remembered there aren’t 16 left sadly. Beautiful

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Cheers Sion

[@stevelindsey4824]

Love the registration Covi just needs the d

[@andywarrington4738]

thank you Neville , love the sound of merlins

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Good sound Andy.

[@1951timbo]

Amazing airplane. Shame on those who gave a thumbs down. Obviously you know nothing.

[@ricardoroberto100]

Very nice clear steady video. Much appreciated.

[@studlydudly]

Arguably the finest aircraft Britain produced during WWII.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

50/50 on that

[@zanegrey4720]

Beautiful aircraft always liked the mossie.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Cheers Zane.

[@diggoryrayment3601]

I have always wondered what that little door on the side of the mosquito cockpit is

[@enhancesoutheast5964]

I'd really like one of those little red tractors... and the plane..

[@davidbennett9690]

. Outstanding restoration

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Hi David tony made a good job of this.

[@nickname1812]

Some say a more important aeroplane than the Spitfire for the RAF during WW2.

[@mikepocock575]

Wonderful,thanks again Neville.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

It's a pleasure.

[@charleshart6992]

Excellent video, excellent facility!

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Thanks Charles.

[@mischef18]

Excellent bro and thanks for posting. Stay safe

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Cheers Ken

[@Jon962-h4i]

A thing of beauty!

It's odd that you can't prime the Merlins from the cockpit.

[@peterparr2374]

is this beautiful aircraft flying?

[@JohnSmith-pd1fz]

++Peter Parr++ As I understand it the airframe is well past it's safe hours limit, so taxi runs only. Who knows what may happen in the future however.

[@businessjetguru1298]

I am curious to know why this Mosquito doesn’t fly. There are so few airworthy examples of this astounding design. I wonder if this aircraft could be returned to airworthiness. I have owned almost a dozen Porsche cars, and would never have done so if they never left the driveway...

[@johndavey72]

Neville . I'm no Merlin specialist but l think it's two cylinder heads. Thanks Neville. I've seen those small doors being opened before . Do the engines have to be hand primed ?

[@johndavey72]

@Alan wragsdale Thanks Alan.

[@BradleyWinder96]

The Rolls manual describes the items changed (head and skirt assy.) as ‘Cylinder Blocks’.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Hi John , I hop to upload a video next Wednesday on this subject, with Brad and Martin .

[@closedclosed4753]

Shame really need more wooden wonders back in the air !

[@n3307v]

I thought the props were counter rotating on the Mossie?

[@pippastone6018]

Different headers on these engines.

[@clausmadsen6754]

Pippa Stone nicely spotted

[@stevenvicino8687]

The engines aren't counter-rotating? I didn't know. That must be a right-handed beast. Must have been hell to catch one in a right-handed turn.

[@Projectoxcart]

Will she fly again?

[@daystatesniper01]

Please pardon my ignorance but is this amazing aircraft ever going to fly ?

[@dave41184]

Unfortunately not. Ground running only.

[@mikecawthorn7806]

Why are the engines so quite l thought that they are strait through

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Yes they are straight through Mike , this one as a saxophone type exhaust , make it have a different sound.

[@malcolmyoung7866]

AWESOME..FAVE AIRCRAFT..

[@bourdon845]

Intéressant

[@johnholt9399]

Why open bomb doors on a NF Mk II ?

[@mattyj624]

Just beautiful

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Thumbs up to that Carp Man.

[@randlerobbertson8792]

I always think ...can she fly ?

[@timorvet1]

Hi Neville just a quick question in regards to Tony, Is he at some point, when aircraft is buttoned up, going to take his place in the left hand seat for taxi duties?

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Not sure on that Geoffrey. they get a good price for that seat .

[@sheep1ewe]

Those must realy had been an impressive sight in the skye back in the 1940s. I certanly had not wanted to met one sitting in a single engine enemy aircraft... Lyckily we had not been enemies, and i had probably flown a SAAB B-17 and wawed at the allied pilot by the glass of my cockpit window if i was in the Swedish Airforce during the same period.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Nice thought Vampire

[@sheep1ewe]

@@nevillewheeldon1693 Our airforce had Vampires too by the way... There are actualy one still airworthy Vampire in the Museum group in a nearby town here, i seen it a few times in the sky at the flight exhibision on the former Swedish airforce camp named F-15, Söderhamn, there realy are something with the feeling in the air watching old warbirds in the skye that realy can not be explained in text or videos.

[@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab]

Brilliant! 👍🏻

[@johnwhite.762]

Thank you Neville for this, when are the correct propeller blades going to be fitted?

[@BradleyWinder96]

The correct blades for this mark of Mosquito (NF.2) are fitted.

[@johnwhite.762]

Indeed they are, although most airworthy Mosquitoes today have MT Paddle props...thank you for your insightful input..

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Hi John, Brad gave you answer, thanks for your comments.

[@johnwhite.762]

Neville Wheeldon, thank you there is only one thing missing from the Rt seat ....

[@lindsaylamont8292]

Would not want a prop blade to come off

[@timj41]

Will this airframe fly again or just taxi? Apologies I expect this has been asked 2.78 million times already

[@jazzkazz]

She will only be doing ground runs/taxying. I believe Tony Agar wants to try and preserve the integrity of the original parts.

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Hi Tim , Karen gave you the answer to your question, thanks for watching.

[@Andrew-xx4ht]

Amazing!!!!

[@davescottq642]

Is she being restored to flight status ?

[@davescottq642]

never mind just read the rest of the comments .. im going to have to visit one day soon

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

@@davescottq642 Thanks for your comments Dave , sorry no.

[@closedclosed4753]

Is this mossie airworthy ?

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Sorry Paul No, Air frame not airworthy.

[@MrTumbleweed22]

@@nevillewheeldon1693 so will they ever get it flying?

[@motormech1h343]

Put the cowls on let's fly

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Sorry no.

[@Macrobish]

She so wants to fly....such a shame

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

Thanks for watching Macrobish.

[@matthewwhite7663]

what a great aircraft

[@nevillewheeldon1693]

You can say that again Matthew.

[@pamyoung6541]

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