ROBIN Hood played host to four sheriffs yesterday as representatives
from North, South, East and West Yorkshire pledged their support for an
aviation icon.
The High Sheriffs of Yorkshire’s four counties
visited Robin Hood Airport, near Doncaster, to view the Cold War Vulcan
bomber XH558, which is undergoing its winter service.
It is
unusual for all four sheriffs to gather apart from at ceremonial
occasions, but Alexandra Holford, of North Yorkshire, counts Vulcan
pilot Martin Withers among her neighbours in Crayke, near Easingwold.
Mrs
Holroyd said: “We were just talking at a drinks party before Christmas
and we came up with the idea of getting all the sheriffs here to give
the Vulcan our support.
“We all want to see her flying in the
summer, but the aircraft needs a great deal of money to ensure she is
airworthy for the show season.”
According to the Vulcan to the Sky Trust £300,000 is needed to ensure that the aircraft is ready for the summer show season.
Sqn
Ldr Withers, who flew the Vulcan during the Falklands War, added:
“We’ve spent £200,000 just on components for this service, so we really
need more support.”
Donations can be made to the charity by calling 0845 5046 558
From: http://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/around-yorkshire/local-stories/sheriffs_ride_in_with_pledge_of_support_for_cold_war_bomber_1_4172245
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