Aerial view at the Portchester boatyard of Messrs. Vosper today Sir Malcolm's new jet driven motorboat Bluebird II was loaded on a lorry through its long journey to make Coniston where some Malcolm will attempt to raise the world water speed record of 141.7 mph. The Bates begins its journey tonight any attempt will be made as soon as conditions on the lake are suitable. 6 July 1947