Smithy's
famous Fokker F.VIIb/3m Southern Cross leaves its home of 30 years
on 18 November 1987 as it is towed to its new home on Airport Drive opposite
the new International Terminal. To preserve the original mainwheels they
have been replaced by Canberra nosewheels. The tail skid is supported
on a dolly for the purposes of the tow. To facilitate removal of the glass
front wall of the building, the roof was supported by a temporary external
truss. The towing operation was conducted by personnel from No 3 Aircraft
Depot at RAAF Amberley. Picture:
Ron Cuskelly |
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