Maurice Kirk, the British former drinking friend of the late actor Oliver Reed, who was once arrested for landing at George W Bush’s Texas ranch, is among those stranded in Ethiopia. Happily, he and the rest of those taking part in the Vintage Air Rally (VAR) – about 40 people in all – managed to touch down safely in Gambella, Ethiopia. “There is no possibility to communicate with them but all participants, including Maurice Kirk, are safe and accounted for. More information to follow when available.”Facebook Twitter Pinterest Maurice Kirk and his damaged vintage plane Liberty Girl in 2007. Facebook Twitter Pinterest Vintage Air Rally biplanes at Sitia, Crete, on 12 November.

Source: The Guardian November 24, 2016 11:29 UTC