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On wiki I read this regarding the last airworthy Vulcan the XH558 :
“Being the sole airworthy Vulcan, the aircraft's airworthiness status was in peril as maintenance funding was in need before the end of February, 2010. At the last moment an anonymous benefactor presented £458,000 to the foundation, ensuring its airworthiness for both its 50th birthday and the prospect of a flight performance for the 2012 Summer Olympic Games Opening Ceremony in London."
I find it astonishing not to say in bad taste to fly this ancient weapon of mass destruction over the crowd of people from all parts of the world who have come together to compete and celebrate in peace.
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