This morning the aircraft, Hawk XX247, was being assembled at RAF Woodvale.This is to be Woodvale’s new Gate Guardian. Prior to this aircraft’s arrival here, others that served in this gate position included the Meteor, Phantom and also the Jet Provost. Above: the earlier Gate Guardian, a Jet Provost,  seen in 2015. RAF Woodvale  is currently home to four flying units. This station continues its long history of delivering flying training.   Although the base was created as an all-weather night fighter airfield for the defence of Liverpool, it did not open until 7 December 1941. After the raids in May 1941, … Continue reading RAF Woodvale’s new Gate Guardian – UPDATEDï