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Secrets and Stories from Woodford and Chadderton aircraft factories

Secrets and Stories from Woodford and Chadderton aircraft factories

Update: 2025-06-07
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Roger Newton and Trevor Jackson, two veterans of the aviation industry who share their fascinating experiences from the Woodford and Chadderton sites.

Join us as we uncover tales from the shop floor, the challenges of top-secret projects during the Falklands War, and the camaraderie that defined their careers.

From amusing anecdotes about memorable visitors like the King of Tonga and Prince Philip to insights into the apprenticeship schemes that launched their journeys, this episode is a treasure trove of aviation history and nostalgia.


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Secrets and Stories from Woodford and Chadderton aircraft factories

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