Time Capsules
RTTL 2748 at full speed in the Cromarty Firth
On a gloomy day 2748 charges along the Cromarty Firth at top speed, 33 knots, powered by its twin Rolls-Roce engines. These craft were used for Air Sea Rescue by the Royal Air Force, and my job was to maintain the radar on board. The vibration and buffeting were tremendous!
Picture added on 02 February 2008
Is this the same 2748 now moored at Laira in Plymouth? I took a photo of her 2 days ago (30th June 2009) and can forward to anyone interested.
Added by Andrew Melvin on 02 July 2009
Hi Andrew!
Could well be the same 2748! Why not add your picture to either this web site or the Librapix "Your Boats" web site, where you can find more of my pictures (e.g. picture 1741) and comments on this boat.
Could well be the same 2748! Why not add your picture to either this web site or the Librapix "Your Boats" web site, where you can find more of my pictures (e.g. picture 1741) and comments on this boat.
Added by Peter Langsdale on 07 July 2009
I am restoring this vessel (2748) in Plymouth. Will be featured on BBC "Coast" episode to be broadcast sometime this spring. Phone 07833370057 if you want to chat or visit.
Added by Peter Wolf on 24 January 2011
My father was based at Cromarty. Alness i believe. Any pictures or info on boat 1392?
Added by Garry on 26 June 2011
Sorry, Garry, several of 3304 though. Perhaps I should put up more from Alness Marine Craft Unit (scanned from slides) when I have time.
Added by Peter Langsdale on 27 June 2011
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