Preserving our history

The Lanc's New Home

So after the long trip from Jackson Park to the Mall at the end of April, the Lanc has made its way to the airport where she’ll under go restoration to be able to taxi around, but sadly not fly. There are only two Lancs in the world that still fly. (Also, note that the proper tires are back on, they were removed to give the movers a lower clearance height during the move. See the link above to see the Lanc with the temporary tires.)

Still wingless, there is a small hangar being built that will house the Lanc during the restoration process. You can see the steel frame rising in the rear of the aircraft...

For the complete story and pictures, visit International Metropolis.

H/T to the members of the Canadian Historical Aircraft Association, their tireless work and dedication continues to turn a dream into reality.