RIAT 2014 - Participation Thread
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So possibly more chance of a couple of Thai Fighters ( ) than the team then
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boff180 wrote:They're called the Blue Phoenix using PC-9's.
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Oh well... uhm... jee... err... i'm not sure if we have enough room for a whole display team...
How about just a couple of F-16s or F-5s instead?
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Blue Phoenix are only a couple of years old, so they might want some more exposure. Where better than RIAT to get that. It's a very outside chance but you never know. My money is on a 737 if anything to be honest though.
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Given the distance to Thailand , coupled with the range of a PC-9 , not to mention some of the countries en-route , I'd have thought that the logistics of getting a team across here would be somewhat difficult.
Not sure about a 737 , the ubiquitous Herky would be more likely.
Not sure about a 737 , the ubiquitous Herky would be more likely.
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They had a solo F-16 in 2012 in the most amazing scheme, on phone so can't post a link.
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st24 wrote:They had a solo F-16 in 2012 in the most amazing scheme, on phone so can't post a link.
Guess you are talking about this one. Fingers crossed for her
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M.B. wrote:st24 wrote:They had a solo F-16 in 2012 in the most amazing scheme, on phone so can't post a link.
Guess you are talking about this one. Fingers crossed for her
http://www.f-16.net/g3/var/resizes/f-16 ... 1380467669
That's the one! We'll have that plus a spare and two for static with support please
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st24 wrote:They had a solo F-16 in 2012 in the most amazing scheme, on phone so can't post a link.
It's still in that scheme I believe.
I think a C-130 is the most likely participant from that far away, although they do look very smart aswell.
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Macc wrote:st24 wrote:They had a solo F-16 in 2012 in the most amazing scheme, on phone so can't post a link.
It's still in that scheme I believe.
I think a C-130 is the most likely participant from that far away, although they do look very smart aswell.
The F-16 was last seen in the special colour, one week ago during the Children's Day in Thailand!!
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This could be a good publicity stunt for RIAT - Thai Fighters descend into RIAT 2014
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And they attack the Daleks?
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There was a Thai Gripen at the SAAB 100th anniversary show at Malmen in 2012, so not without precedent for one making the long trek to Europe for a show.
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Skyflash wrote:There was a Thai Gripen at the SAAB 100th anniversary show at Malmen in 2012, so not without precedent for one making the long trek to Europe for a show.
The Thai Gripens were being manufactured in Sweden hence the attendance at Malmen however all twelve have been delivered now.
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Skyflash wrote:There was a Thai Gripen at the SAAB 100th anniversary show at Malmen in 2012, so not without precedent for one making the long trek to Europe for a show.
The Thai Gripen at Malmen though hadn't yet been delivered to the Thai Airforce so no long trek was involved
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The only Thai involvement we should be considering is their outstanding F-16 display. Absolutely amazing - a fine way to celebrate the F16 anniversary, along with the beast from Bosphorus.
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RJC1878 wrote:...along with the beast from Bosphorus.
Which is a different pilot now, so may not be the same, remember
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Rule 27 wrote:RJC1878 wrote:...along with the beast from Bosphorus.
Which is a different pilot now, so may not be the same, remember
I'm very confident it won't disappoint.
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RJC1878 wrote:Rule 27 wrote:RJC1878 wrote:...along with the beast from Bosphorus.
Which is a different pilot now, so may not be the same, remember
I'm very confident it won't disappoint.
I was under the impression they had about three different pilots anyway? Maybe wrong?
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capercaillie wrote:RJC1878 wrote:Rule 27 wrote:RJC1878 wrote:...along with the beast from Bosphorus.
Which is a different pilot now, so may not be the same, remember
I'm very confident it won't disappoint.
I was under the impression they had about three different pilots anyway? Maybe wrong?
No. They have 3. Which will include Cpt. Yusuf Kurt in 2014, providing SoloTurk accept. He has extensive routine knowledge from outgoing Cpt. S.Yalın Ahbab and will, more than likely, become the main demo pilot captain for the foreseeable.
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RJC1878 wrote:Rule 27 wrote:RJC1878 wrote:...along with the beast from Bosphorus.
Which is a different pilot now, so may not be the same, remember
I'm very confident it won't disappoint.
People said that about the Italian Typhoon display last year which was tame compared to the RAF one. We can hope it's as good but if it's his first season then it might be a little held back.
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Wissam24 wrote:RJC1878 wrote:Rule 27 wrote:RJC1878 wrote:...along with the beast from Bosphorus.
Which is a different pilot now, so may not be the same, remember
I'm very confident it won't disappoint.
People said that about the Italian Typhoon display last year which was tame compared to the RAF one. We can hope it's as good but if it's his first season then it might be a little held back.
I agree the Typhoon display was not very impressive. However, I think it's fair to say Maj. Luca Campello from Reparto Sperimentale Volo was hampered with the display distance between aircraft and runway - clearly not helped by the sweeping changes to RIAT last year. In addition, it was a debut of the type from that particular air force so I don't believe we saw the polished display in its entirety. Whether it would have had more impact had it been closer is 'probably' a guess, but I have seen the display at Rivolto and it was 'head and shoulders' above the performance at RIAT last year.
You could argue SoloTurk are more familiar with their surroundings at Fairford, so let's hope the beast lets rip if they're invited.
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Chrisse wrote:And they attack the Daleks?
And the Caterhams
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Very positive update and informative.Lets hope the Thai Air force send an F-16 and a Herc
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Good noises being made. I hope some Thai a/c do indeed make it to FFD. An F-16 and some C-130 support would be top, but I'd imagine that they'd want to show off their new Gripens?
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Macc wrote:Skyflash wrote:There was a Thai Gripen at the SAAB 100th anniversary show at Malmen in 2012, so not without precedent for one making the long trek to Europe for a show.
The Thai Gripens were being manufactured in Sweden hence the attendance at Malmen however all twelve have been delivered now.
Ah! Fair enough, cheers.
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