Hawker Typhoon -A Quick Update

During the filming of some podcast episodes, we decided to do a "one and done" quick update to help get everyone back on track as we work towards new video content. More to come soon

[tommot]

Thanks for the update - I've been keeping my fingers crossed that all was well. Cannot wait to hear that Napier Sabre!

[sherikorn]

Good to see an update on the project. I enjoy seeing the hands on manufacturing of parts and pieces for the aircraft. You are a true master. My father used to say, “if you’re going to do a job, take the time to do it right”. Thank you for taking the time to do it right.

[motherfolkinrhymes]

Brilliant stuff Ian (and your dad behind the scenes), thank you for taking a moment to post an update! I'm looking forward to seeing it slowly take shape.

[nigeltownsend]

Following closely from New Zealand. Thanks so much for what you are doing.

[earlchapman]

Fantastic work as always. Well done Ian and crew!!

[ronhudson]

I wondered if the project was still ongoing. Thanks for the update!

[mtacoustic]

Yea! A long-awaited update! Have been watching your progress with much enthusiasm!

[briancavanagh]

Thank you for the update
from Australia

[lenbaddeley]

Hello, I have been watching your project with interest. I have always been interested in aircraft engines, and many, many years ago use to visit the Science museum in London, where they had various aircraft engines, and one I remember was a complete Napier Saber engine, it was not a cutaway engine. I know that a lot of museums, put older exhibits into storage, I am not sure if the Saber is still on display, or in storage, it may be a long shot, but it may be worth contacting the London Science museum. The engine may well be still in their procession, if so maybe a swap could be arranged for your cut away version. I think it maybe worth looking into. Good luck, Leonard

[davegreenwood]

Cannot wait to see the Saber fire up. My best wishes on the magnificent work you are doing.

[andrewmarkland]

The ambition level is off the scale - as is the inspiration

[HotelPapa]

The first shot of the monocoque was eerie. the viewing angle, reflections, and blue protective coating combined to make the fuselage appear transparent.

[waynesworldofsci-tech]

Great to hear you are working on this baby.

[paramarky]

Great content as expected from you - mind boggling how fast these aircraft went drawing board to actual flight. I'm hoping you will have this aircraft airborne before that beard goes grey?! :)

[cf]

Your update is much appreciated! Good progress!

[derekjohnsmith-tmdg]

Great update keeping the good work going

[garyknight]

Great update. Thank you and all the best.

[jsteve]

Great to hear from you again Ian. Looks like you’ve been very busy. Looking forward to the more detailed videos of the fuselage skins. 👍

[babaganoush]

i'm going to see the sywell Centaurus Tempest in a couple of months. Ian when your Typhoon is ready to fly i want to be there. From a fundraising point of view would you consider offering 'First flight' tickets? Being ex-BAe i know there is a lot to a first flight but it could be a way to generate funds?

[timbevan]

Been missing this - thanks for the update