A few weeks ago I took part in the COAP trip to NAS Key West. An incredible two days spent on base with many different photographic opportunities and interesting subjects . In addition to the local F-5s from VFC-111, there was visiting hornets and super hornets from VFA-106, EA-18G Growlers from VAQ-129 and VAQ-131, Hunters from ATAC and more F-5s from VFC-13.
The best part was the sunrise photoshoot. As many of you have probably already seen member KAM68's excellent post, I will try not to repeat the same photos. Here are some other perspectives on the sunrise.
My favorite shot of the trip was the Hornet ramp just before sunrise:
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Visit to VFC-111 "Sundowners" NAS Key West
Visit to VFC-111 "Sundowners" NAS Key West
Ivan Voukadinov
Re: Visit to VFC-111 "Sundowners" NAS Key West
That first picture is something else 10 is brilliant, as is the rest of such a well taken set. Just picture poetry,cheers...
Don't say something crass, to hide your envy. Just give credit, when its applicable...
Re: Visit to VFC-111 "Sundowners" NAS Key West
Looks like a very nice base to visit! Great to get close to the action.
I can't pic a favourite from such a nice collection but the sunset images and landing F-5's stand out!
Cheers,
Chris
I can't pic a favourite from such a nice collection but the sunset images and landing F-5's stand out!
Cheers,
Chris
Re: Visit to VFC-111 "Sundowners" NAS Key West
Those are just magnificent. What a great record of what looked like a wonderful trip
Thanks for sharing so many images.
Thanks for sharing so many images.
- RichPittman
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Re: Visit to VFC-111 "Sundowners" NAS Key West
Nice selection of F5s and love the behind the scene photos
Always remember "If you cannot turn tight...you cannot fight!"
Re: Visit to VFC-111 "Sundowners" NAS Key West
It's easy when the sun shines...
Re: Visit to VFC-111 "Sundowners" NAS Key West
Great set Ivan, agree that the 1st shot is a cracker!
Slowly working my way through mine, I'll get there one day!
Slowly working my way through mine, I'll get there one day!
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Re: Visit to VFC-111 "Sundowners" NAS Key West
Key West looks a great airfield. Thanks for covering it so well