Lancaster Legs for BBMF
One of the flying Lancasters at this time is the one that is flown by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, maintained by the RAF.
The undercarriage has just been overhauled in our workshop by our skilled workforce.
Below are a few pictures that show the ardous task or stripping down, analysing damage, repairing, and then reassembling and pressure testing. ready to send back to the Flight.
Pressure Test the Hydraulic ram to 2800 lbs
Pressure Test the Hydraulic ram to 2800 lbs
The pressure gauge
Axle and Bracing Strut
Outer casings, grub screws, lap tab washers and pins
Inner of Leg filling with hydraulic oil
Outer casings, grub screws, lap tap washers and pins
Assembling outer cases
Finished Article