Mr Davies said the venue was used for a flying display in October 1912 - the year of the last Wrexham Races - by a pioneering aviator called Gustav Hamel.

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Flying Scotsman is now expected to be tested in the autumn and go on display later this year, the NRM said.

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The plane will be on display from a viewing gallery until 2 May and visitors can also try the flying simulator.

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