"Ropey" was the nickname given to an Avro Lancaster bomber flown by the Royal Air Force during World War II. This particular Lancaster was based at RAF Scampton and used by No. 617 Squadron during the famous Dambusters Raid in May 1943. "Ropey" was piloted by Flying Officer Harold "Mick" Martin during that historic mission. The significance of this aircraft and its role in the Dambusters Raid has made it a subject of interest and admiration among aviation enthusiasts and historians.