Completing my previous post about the first post-restoration flight of the mighty Avro Vulcan at Bruntingthorpe, Leicestershire, here is an excellent video from this flight produced by PlanesTV. It surely is fantastic to see her her up in the air where she belongs.

The 34-minute test flight marked the spectacular end of a 10-year effort, and the start of a new phase in the life of this amazing aircraft. Here is another video clip produced by BBC Leicester showing a potted history of its restoration.

However, financial considerations still apply: funds have to be found to keep her flying. The first flight has given the Vulcan a massive publicity boost and therefore good chance of securing commercial sponsorship, but this is a critical task that must be secured soon if the Vulcan is to be kept flying and displayed at public events.

More information, including an option to make an e-donation, can be found at the Vulcan to the Sky Trust site.

Lastly, one more video clip from the take-off, giving an even better impression about the mighty sound of this aircraft. Turn up the volume...

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