Flying Scotsman not ready for the Bluebell in August

[Bessie]

Looks like the current overhaul of Flying Scotsman has hit a snag so it won't be ready to steam at the Bluebell Railway this August. Statement from Bluebell Railway has been released.

Flying Scotsman Visit Statement - Bluebell Railway in Sussex

www.bluebell-railway.com

The locomotive’s custodians have informed us they discovered a broken piston ring which had damaged the locomotive’s cylinder.

Despite the best efforts of Riley & Son (E) and the team at the Bluebell Railway, the ring cannot be replaced in time for the scheduled visit next month – this is in part due to global supply chain delays.

 

[trainmania100]

That's disappointing for those that booked but these things do happen.