Shawbury Glider - going to a Dutch museum

Discussion in 'General' started by STAN50, May 20, 2019.

  1. STAN50

    STAN50 Senior Member

    It appears that the Horsa glider that was built by enthusiasts over a ten year period is now going to the Overloon museum in the Netherlands. The last four years it has been crated up in a corner of RAF Cosford.

    The original concept was to display the completed aircraft in the U.K. but no one could, or were willing to give the 88ft wing span aircraft room. I believe that included the IWM at Duxford.

    The Shawbury glider is supposed to be the most authentic Horsa glider built. They used many original parts in the construction and I believe I'm right in saying it could fly.

    Although going to a Dutch museum is I suppose a second best idea, it's still a shame that it won't be exhibited here where it was intended to be.


    Assault Glider Trust


    If anyone knows of a person or company that is interested in historic aviation that could look after the glider in the U.K. now is the time to get asking them.
     
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  2. Aixman

    Aixman War Establishment addict Patron

    Very much appreciated.
    I visited Overloon last Saturday for the Militracks event. I was wondering what the new bridge-like construction was for.
    They got a C-47 last year, so I imagine they could make a nice pair.
    Overloon ist by the way worth a visit, with or without Militracks, and they are improving every year. Vehicles and other stuff on display are in a remarkably good state.
    Home - Oorlogsmuseum Overloon

    Aixman
     
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  3. Jonathan Ball

    Jonathan Ball It's a way of life.

    As someone who visits Overloon 3 or 4 times a year I'm very much looking forward to seeing the Glider unveiled. As Aixman has said, once the Dakota has been fully refurbished I'm sure the pair of them will make for an excellent exhibit.
     
  4. Swiper

    Swiper Resident Sospan

    Good news, but very disappointing it will not be on display here.

    Apparently some exceptionally short sighted, but not unsurprising, decisions by UK institutions as per norm.
     

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