And above on 27-09-2015 there was little obvious change.
A plan was formulated to modify the aircraft.And by 07-02-2017, with the fuselage frame sorted it underwent the unkindest cut of all.
This was to insert a fuselage extension. As seen below on 02-11-2019.
By 01-04-2023 engine runs were being carried out with a temporary nose wheel fitted to prevent an accidental prop strike.
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and below another view of the fuselage extension, the fin fillet and larger rudder.
Above by 08-09-2023 ballast weight had been fitted in the tail end of the fuselage and the registration has been applied.
And on 25-11-2023 it was photographed by John Wagtendonk flying at Rangiora.
Is it still an Avid Flyer?
ReplyDeleteEager maybe ! - was noted cruising at 62kts on FR24 yesterday.
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