Our EX RAF Bulldog

Ex-RAF BAe Bulldog 120 - XX537 has been introduced to SKYSPORT's fleet and is in active service for members. This brings the strength up to 3 Bulldogs and 2 Beagle Pup 150s, making our club the largest dedicated operator of these superb flying machines.

XX537, an ex RAF University Squadron machine is in immaculate condition, complete with a brand new avionics kit including a King KMD 150 GPS, twin comms and VOR ILS. Even the upholstery has been renewed.

Like our HONG KONG BULLDOG HKG-6, both are capable of almost 1100 ft/min rate of climb, and a cruise speed of 120 kts. These two are real pilot's aeroplanes and have been loveingly revurbished. They are among the best examples of the type available anywhere.

Performance

• The power plant is a Lycoming IO-360 fuel injected engine which utilizes a Christian Oil Collector for inverted flight.
• The engine develops 200bhp.
• The aircraft's range is around 452 nautical mies when cruising at 120 knots.

The CFI's air race results: The King's Cup

• Winner, August 2005, Pup 150, Shobon Airfield, Roger Hayes
• Runner-up, Sept 2002, Bulldog, Leicester Aerodrome, Roger Hayes
• Winner, Sept 1999, Bulldog, Leicester Aerodrome, Roger Hayes
• Winner, 4th Sept 1993, Bulldog, Leicester Aerodrome, Speed 144.67mph, Roger Hayes
• Runner-up, Sept 1991, Bulldog, Leicester Aerodrome, Roger Hayes
• Winner, Sept 1989, Pup 150, Leicester Aerodrome, Roger Hayes

The Scottish Aviation Bulldog evolved from the Beagle Pup and first flew in 1978. G-BPCL served with the Royal Hong Kong Auxiliary Air Force before returning to the UK in 1988 when it was sold to private ownership.

Our Royal Hong Kong Auxiliary Air force Bulldog ceased operation in 1987 and was re-imported to the UK when it was purchased by Roger Hayes and other members of the 121 Group in 1989.

During this time, it has been carefully maintained. The Lycoming engine has been overhauled, and is low houred. Without doubt this is one of the best maintained Bulldogs.