Constellation N7777G at Melbourne, Tullamarine in February 1973 receiving
attention from TAA engineers. During
the layover in Melbourne from 15-21 February,
TAA were contracted to perform a 100 hourly service under the supervision
of the aircraft's flight engineer. As part of the contract, two manhours
were allocated to painting the leading edges of the fins and tailplane.
This was purely for cosmetic appearance as the original rubber de-icing
boots were long gone! In this photo, engineers are using high pressure
water to clean the leading edges of the starboard fin prior to painting.
The almost gleaming appearance of the engine nacelles and the lowered
flaps suggest that these areas also received attention. Photo:
Robert Zweck
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