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Originally Posted by Taz
Acer, Greg- If the dark line was indeed just a line or a leading edge tape, then we could all be wrong (except Acer and possibly Dan-San) about the top wing being painted red. All we are seeing is the demarcation line/tape and the camouflage paint is out of line of sight on top of the wing. The leading edge of the white cross panels would also not be visible with a black demarcation line/tape if they were on this aircraft. Which would make Dan-San's theory the long distance shot is indeed the same aircraft much more plausible. The top wing on this aircraft does look like aleading edge tape instead of a painted line, and the seam I thought I saw is of the tape.
Acer- It seems the black leading edge lines are only on some late production Dr.Is, sort of like the olive stripe on the bottom of some late production Dr.I rudders. How did you identify this aircraft as 521/17? Is there some marking or characteristic we missed that you identified and can you shed any more light on the leading edge demarcation line? Note no stacking pads on the top wing with tape and stacking pads on the other two wings with only a thin line. Stacking pad substitute?
"Flexibility is the key to airpower."
I still believe the red aircraft is 425/17, by the way.
Taz
Terry Phillips
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Taz, Greg, DSA, and all,
Am I the only one who has questions on these postings by Acer? Taz has Acer sent a private message or something verifying his (or Her) Identity? If not I guess what I am saying is I think a lot is being read into these posts with very little backup! JMHO! I looked at the LARGE enhanced photo Taz sent me and I would swear the third digit is a 0. I still believe the leading edge in the enlarged photo represents a SOLID painting! Again just my humble opinion. If in fact verification has been received as to the collection and knowledge of Acer, I appoligize for my doubts and rudeness. I will finish with this, those with a background of research, historical knowledge etc. on this forum usually put forth their names and reputations,ie DSA, GvW, Alex Revell, etc. I just want to be sure who the source of all of this NEW INFO is and know I can trust it as a reputable source! So far all that has been stated is that this photo is 521/17 from interviews and private photos with the pilot who flew the machine, and that Alex Imrie is wrong reference the color. NO supportive evidence of any kind! All I ask is what anyone else on this Forum seeks, SOLID EVIDENCE!! (or at least some evidence)
RAGIII