Avro Anson Restoration Project Update
July 26, 1999.
The Avro Anson we brought to 14 Wing is still waiting to be restored to its
prior glory, but that doesn't mean we've been sitting on our hands.  The most
time consuming part of a project like this is preparing the site, and collecting
the required materials and tools. Bryan Nelson the Museum curator has acquired a
complete set of technical drawings and plans. Ibis was the single most important
thing needed before we could proceed. Other things like tools and materials for
preserving the airframe and rebuilding the rest of the aircraft are still being
secured.
The Anson was recently on display at the Airforce 75th Anniversary Open
House, held at 14 Wing on June 5th. An incredible amount of interest was
expressed in the history of the aircraft and our plans to restore the Anson.
The Anson will be moved to its final resting-place in the new and expanded
Greenwood Aviation Museum in the CANEX building to begin restoration. The move
is scheduled to coincide with the moving of the museum in the first week of
September.
Much of the restoration will be done in full view of museum visitors. This
will be very exciting and it will generate a lot interest in the project and the
museum. Visitors can come in often, see the progress being made and feel like
they are part of the project. The initial restoration phase will include
removing and cataloging parts, preserving the airframe and rebuilding the
engines.
The many volunteers that came forward when the Anson arrived at 14 Wing have
not been forgotten and can expect a call shortly after the Anson has been
relocated. I would like to thank the volunteers for their patience and I look
forward to seeing this project get off the ground as much as you do. Per Ardua
Ad Astra.
Reprinted here with permission from The Aurora Newspaper.
Originally appeared in Volume 20 no. 30 dated July 26, 1999.
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