DAKOTA RESTORATION - Merville Barracks, Colchester

Photo taken in 1945 when Ringway was home to No.1 PTS showing trainee paratroops dropping over Tatton Park

The Douglas C-47 Dakota, one of the world's most famous military transport aircraft, saw widespread use during World War Two and support is now required for a
wartime Dakota which is being restored by ex Sgt Jim Kilbride at Merville Barracks, Colchester. Jim has been hard at work on the restoration project for several
years battling with the problems of obtaining the necessary replacement equipment and securing funds to cover the costs. Externally the aircraft is looking good,
the long awaited tail planes are being fitted, but the undercarriage needs attention and there are still many problems to be resolved before the work is completed.

All donations however small will be gratefully accepted and should be sent to :-
The Dakota Fund, c/o The PegasusJournal, RHQ Para, MervilleBarracks, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UT