Many an envious glance has been cast from British shores towards the overseas population of airworthy de Havilland Mosquitoes. Since 2012, no fewer than four examples have flown again, all now resident in North America. When, it is justifiable to wonder, will it be our turn? Sooner rather than later, hopefully. Two current, separate projects are seeking to reverse the lack of a flying 'Mossie' in the UK. The organisations behind them are The People's Mosquito and the Mosquito Pathfinder Trust, each taking different routes towards the end goal but with the same purpose: to pay tribute to the aircraft and its crews in the most appropriate way possible. They are making tangible progress, and seeking your support. Aeroplane spoke to representatives of both.
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