Avro Lancaster bomber embarks on U.K. tour
Canada’s last airworthy Avro Lancaster bomber is set to embark on one of the most eagerly anticipated journeys of its post-service history, as it heads to UK for a six-week tour. CBC Hamilton brings you the latest from the flyer's journey.
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RT @suddenlyseemore : Arrival home in Hamilton @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle #2lancsuk http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByutK2sCMAA95Ou.png
by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/30/2014 8:09:28 AM -
Arrival home in Hamilton @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle #2lancsuk http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByutK2sCMAA95Ou.png
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/29/2014 9:12:19 PM -
Photos and Video: Avro Lancaster lands in Gatineau ottawacitizen.com/news/local-new…by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/29/2014 11:09:19 AM
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Canada's Lancaster bomber returns home after historic U.K. tour ctvnews.ca/canada/canada-… via @CTVNewsby Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/29/2014 11:00:01 AM
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Hangar doors are closed. Crowd is gone. Well deserved rest is underway. Job well done @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BypnQfMIEAImeEU.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/28/2014 9:28:20 PM -
by CWH Museum via twitter 9/28/2014 5:02:52 PM -
Flight crew reuniting with the wives! #Lanc2UK @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByogDMACYAADZoU.jpg
by CWH Museum via twitter 9/28/2014 4:17:15 PM -
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She's home!!!!! @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle #2LancsUK http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Byoe8D5IUAA9ESx.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/28/2014 4:12:22 PM -
She's home! Touched down back in Hamilton, Canada- VeRA you've been incredible and what a #BomberTour14 it's been! Cheers to you all!by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/28/2014 4:12:01 PM
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by CWH Museum via twitter 9/28/2014 4:11:22 PM
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VeRA over Toronto @CWHM http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Byod-u3IEAAjT_9.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/28/2014 4:08:10 PM -
The press is waiting! @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByodhUxCMAAgl5_.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/28/2014 4:06:12 PM -
RT @CWHM : VR-A is home and now flying over @flyyhm #Lanc2UK http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByocbLBIYAAcwg7.jpg
by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/28/2014 4:02:13 PM -
VR-A is home and now flying over @flyyhm #Lanc2UK http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByocbLBIYAAcwg7.jpg
by CWH Museum via twitter 9/28/2014 4:01:24 PM -
For details on visiting CWHM for VeRA's arrival today check the event page at: warplane.com/upcoming-event… #Lanc2UK #WelcomeHomeby CWH Museum via twitter 9/28/2014 11:58:37 AM
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So @CWHM 's VeRA is safely down in Gatineau -just 1 more sleep+she'll be home. What. A. Tour. We raise a glass to all involved! #BomberTour14by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/27/2014 8:57:51 PM
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VeRA has just been seen on the ground at the Gatineau Airport by @RCAFAssociation The crew is only one flight away from home! #Lanc2UKby CWH Museum via twitter 9/27/2014 8:44:53 PM
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Fuelling up in Goose Bay before leaving for Ottawa. Getting closer! @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle #Lanc2UK http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByjHWq0CQAIT2bZ.png
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/27/2014 3:11:15 PM -
The signal used by @flightradar24 is line of sight and Lancaster VeRA is not easily tracked over open ocean. #Lanc2UKby CWH Museum via twitter 9/26/2014 11:29:00 AM
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Lancaster VeRA is airborne for Keflavik, Iceland to Goose Bay, Canada. The flight will take approx. 8 hrs. #Lanc2UK http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BydKXPPIcAAQ9X6.jpg
by CWH Museum via twitter 9/26/2014 11:26:39 AM -
Update: Another wet +windy day in #Iceland so no flying for VeRA, but the crew are preparing to depart for Canada tomorrow... #BomberTour14by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/25/2014 11:01:22 AM
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Inclement weather is keeping Lancaster VR-A on the ground at Keflavik, Iceland today. #Lanc2UK #onceinalanctims @LancsBomberAleby CWH Museum via twitter 9/24/2014 10:00:04 AM
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Poor weather will keep the Lancaster and Crew in Iceland today. @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BySihuJCEAAcY15.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/24/2014 9:56:24 AM -
Due to weather in #Iceland , VeRA won't be flying on 2nd leg of her journey home today! We'll keep you posted for tomorrow! #BomberTour14by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/24/2014 9:52:05 AM
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It's lonely in here tonight. Missing her sister.
@CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByP4Qa-CUAAkeR2.jpgby Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/23/2014 9:32:29 PM -
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A gift from us to @CWHM + VeRA! It's been an honour and a pleasure guys #ProudSponsor #BomberTour14 #GoodnightVeRA http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByNC-eLIUAATrsS.jpg
by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/23/2014 8:20:27 AM -
VR-A just after being pulled out of the hangar this morning. #2LancsUK http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByM-9D-IcAAho8f.jpg
by CWH Museum via twitter 9/23/2014 8:04:35 AM -
VeRA's fueling up ready for her 10am (approx) departure #BomberTour14 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByM9l2zIUAAU3x2.jpg
by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/23/2014 7:56:56 AM -
Fueling Vera up before the start of the return trip home @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByM8BklCcAAu3ek.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/23/2014 7:50:06 AM -
Gorgeous day for a flight! @CWHM @RAFBBMF @GlenManchester #2LancsUK #Lanc2UK http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByM7MWqIQAAcq0o.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/23/2014 7:46:27 AM -
VeRA plans to depart CGY at 10am for her first stop of Keflavik, Iceland! More on her route here #BomberTour14 raf.mod.uk/bbmf/news/inde…by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/23/2014 7:31:18 AM
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The time’s come for us to say a fond farewell to VeRA @CWHM ! It’s been a #BomberTour14 to remember + a pleasure to see you in our skies!by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/23/2014 7:30:32 AM
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What's wrong with this picture? Something is missing :( @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByM1bd3CEAAJ8XJ.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/23/2014 7:21:16 AM -
To track Lancaster VR-A on her return flights using @flightradar24 use the registration C-GVRA #Lanc2UK @LancsBomberAleby CWH Museum via twitter 9/22/2014 8:55:23 PM
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Hamilton Lancaster engine repair to cost $180K cbc.ca/news/canada/ha…by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/22/2014 8:23:47 PM
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Our new BFF. Thanks Yv from @RAFBBMF for helping make this doc awesome. You guys rock. @CWHM @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByKXjBJIQAA8lUF.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/22/2014 7:51:28 PM -
Thank you Lisa Hammond for this wonderful shot over the Petwood @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByKSBLfCMAAHsFb.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/22/2014 7:27:19 PM -
Hear hear! RT @suddenlyseemore : We're going to miss this view @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByJXQtLCEAAlcvI.jpg
by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/22/2014 3:19:23 PM -
We're going to miss this view @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByJXQtLCEAAlcvI.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/22/2014 3:10:37 PM -
Tech discussion between @CWHM and the @RAFBBMF http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByJVuMaIQAARYAp.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/22/2014 3:03:52 PM -
RT @Twigs95 : What an honour to fly the @RAFBBMF #LancasterBomber down Derwent Valley with @CWHM ! #LestWeForget youtu.be/BlJ4htNDoHIby Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/22/2014 12:56:50 PM
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Final spot of pre-flight maintenance for VeRA before tomorrow's departure-scheduled for approx 10am #BomberTour14 lancasterbomberale.co.uk/tour-dates/by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/22/2014 10:45:28 AM
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Filming the engine ground run during the 25 hour check before the final airshows.
@CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ByF4WYoIMAAjqmQ.pngby Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/21/2014 10:56:41 PM -
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Thank you @SouthportAir for a great final airshow of the Lancaster Bomber Tour 2014! #2LancsUK #Lanc2UK #OnceinaLancTime @LancsBomberAleby CWH Museum via twitter 9/21/2014 5:11:19 PM
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Sorry we missed you too @lindaclerkin ! We had hoped to have more time to visit over a pint.by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/20/2014 9:03:01 PM
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Our camera guy Matt getting some pre flight shots this morning @CWHM @RAFBBMF @LancsBomberAle http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bx9_w3tCEAA5i2M.jpg
by Suddenly SeeMore via twitter 9/20/2014 10:12:07 AM -
It's Friday! A glass raised to the weekend ahead, to the final #airshows of #BomberTour14 , to #2LancsUK ! http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bx58WtGIYAAg-nq.jpg
by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/19/2014 4:18:09 PM -
... We just can't wait for this weekend! lancasterbomberale.co.uk/tour-dates/ #BomberTour14 #2LancsUK http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BxzlZRQCUAErunJ.jpg
by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/18/2014 9:40:43 AM -
The Canadian Lancaster is currently in for scheduled maintenance... #BomberTour14 #2LancsUK http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BxzktFsIEAAbuTU.jpg
by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/18/2014 9:37:51 AM -
And make sure you’re stocked up to Raise a Glass +say #Cheers to the final weekend of #BomberTour14 ! #2lancsUk http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BxqOTfoIEAAMMGe.jpg
by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/16/2014 2:03:14 PM -
We’ve 1 more amazing weekend on #BomberTour14 ahead, checkout the schedule here! #2LancsUK lancasterbomberale.co.uk/tour-dates/by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/16/2014 2:02:31 PM
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#BomberTour14 Update! VeRA’s just landed safely back at Coningsby ready to commence her final 25hr maintenance check!by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/16/2014 2:01:59 PM
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RT @Daniel_Thwaites : Catch up on all the #behindthescenes ‘In the air’ pics on facebook.com/lancasterbombe… + lancasterbomberale.co.uk #BomberTour14by Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/16/2014 11:12:02 AM
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The retail team is ready to help you today at @RAFBBMF You can also check @LancsBomberAle online shop. #2LancsUK http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BxpXmeMIcAEm_nD.jpg
by CWH Museum via twitter 9/16/2014 10:04:15 AM -
2/2 The Lanc is fine. To allow the brakes to cool it will stay in Humberside til tomorrow and will return for Con'sby for its 25hr insp.by CWH Museum via twitter 9/15/2014 6:07:38 PM
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1/2 The Lanc encountered a gust of crosswind on landing which caused the a/c to momentarily leave the runway. This was quickly corrected.by CWH Museum via twitter 9/15/2014 6:05:44 PM
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Update: The Canadian Lanc will stay overnight at Humberside to allow brakes to cool +return to Coningsby tomorrow for last 25hr inspectionby Bomber Tour 2014 via twitter 9/15/2014 5:48:29 PM
