Hi Robert,
The answer to your question is YES. As the person you are referring to I did indeed deconstruct an Angels Shadow, however, contrary to what you may think this is not my only pattern model but my perferred model. I was greatly disappointed on the day but more dissapointed that I did not bring my backup to the competition. I will indeed finish out this years season.
These models as we are all aware come custom built and worth every cent. I could not afford the time to produce a pattern ship of comparible quality.
Also, the replacement Angels Shadow

should be airborne shortly after the European F3A Championships.
Regards
Brian