Dornier Do 17Z-2, WNr. ?

History
The Do 17 was shot down during the Battle of Britain on 26 August 1940. The aircraft, believed to be Dornier 17 Z-2 Ser No 1160, was part of a formation attacking airfields in Kent. After sustaining damage from RAF Boulton Paul Defiant fighters, the pilot, Feldwebel Willi Effmert, executed a forced landing on the Goodwin Sands. While two crew members perished, Effmert and another survived and were taken prisoner.
The wreck remained buried in the sands for over seven decades, only becoming visible due to shifting tides and erosion.In June 2013, the RAF Museum successfully raised the aircraft from the seabed, marking a historic moment in aviation archaeology .
Upon its recovery, the Dornier Do 17 was transported to the RAF Museum's Michael Beetham Conservation Centre at Cosford. There, experts initiated a meticulous conservation process to stabilize the aircraft after its prolonged exposure to saltwater. This involved spraying the aircraft with a citric acid solution to remove marine deposits and prevent further corrosion.
The conservation team, in collaboration with specialists from Imperial College London, employed advanced techniques to preserve the aircraft's integrity. Over time, various components, including the fuselage, wings, engines, and propellers, underwent treatment to halt deterioration and ensure their longevity for future generations .