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by Andover
Sat 09 Sep 2023, 4:32 pm
Forum: IWM Duxford Events
Topic: QUERY: 1996 Classic Jets - the airliners
Replies: 7
Views: 4621

Re: QUERY: 1996 Classic Jets - the airliners

Some of them couldn't find Duxford, and were seen in the distance only! :rofl:
by Andover
Sun 18 Jun 2023, 8:33 am
Forum: Heads Up/OTT
Topic: King's Birthday flypast 17th June (aka Trooping the Colour)
Replies: 78
Views: 27082

Re: King's Birthday flypast 17th June (aka Trooping the Colour)

So, the diversion of the heavies would explain why they didn't follow their usual route back to Brize, after I travelled to just north of the A40, hoping to catch them. :rolling_eyes:
by Andover
Sat 10 Jun 2023, 9:30 am
Forum: Aviation Waffle
Topic: Disband BBMF?
Replies: 111
Views: 13303

Re: Disband BBMF?

Not sure if this has already been mensioned, but when 'Just Jane' flies, it can rock up with any civvy Spit or Hurri, anytime. So no need for MoD operation then.
by Andover
Tue 06 Jun 2023, 8:28 am
Forum: IWM Duxford Events
Topic: Duxford dates 2023
Replies: 127
Views: 70094

Re: Duxford dates 2023

I'd had an inclination to revisit the museum at some point, so when the flying day was advertised with a chance to go on board the 146 CC.2 and to see a Dakota flying, I was swayed. The Dak flew some low passes, and top side views! The airliner collection is only usually open for boarding on show da...
by Andover
Fri 14 Apr 2023, 10:17 pm
Forum: Historic Aviation
Topic: Current aircraft being restored to flight
Replies: 134
Views: 114367

Re: Current aircraft being restored to flight

Tommy wrote:
Thu 30 Mar 2023, 1:25 pm
Kiwi Wasp has performed its first post-restoration flight:
In the words of Brenda, from Bristol: "What, another one???!!"
by Andover
Thu 06 Apr 2023, 10:19 pm
Forum: Old Warden Air Displays
Topic: Season Premiere - King & Country Air Show (Sunday 7 May 2023)
Replies: 75
Views: 22176

Re: Season Premiere - King & Country Air Show (Sunday 7 May 2023)

I'd love them to get Historic Helo's yellow Sea King back, and the Whirlwind. Both of which I've yet to see.
by Andover
Wed 25 Jan 2023, 9:35 pm
Forum: Aviation Waffle
Topic: Kings Coronation flypast?
Replies: 201
Views: 34854

Re: Kings Coronation flypast?

by Andover
Wed 25 Jan 2023, 8:57 pm
Forum: Aviation Waffle
Topic: Air show degradation
Replies: 55
Views: 8515

Re: Air show degradation

Core shows which I can't see disappearing are Duxford, RIAT and Old Warden. Good attendance will continue at these shows, as there is always something interesting to see, and so they'll pay for themselves. They may be all we'll have left in the future.
by Andover
Wed 07 Sep 2022, 6:46 pm
Forum: Aviation Waffle
Topic: The Three You Most Want to See
Replies: 32
Views: 4785

Re: The Three You Most Want to See

Not sure if the criteria is static or flying, but for me to see flying:

Bristol Britannia
Blackburn Beverley
Handley Page Victor
by Andover
Wed 07 Sep 2022, 6:26 pm
Forum: Aviation Waffle
Topic: RAF Scampton Closing Ceremony
Replies: 24
Views: 5113

RAF Scampton Closing Ceremony

by Andover
Mon 04 Jul 2022, 10:30 pm
Forum: Old Warden Air Displays
Topic: July 3rd - Fly Navy
Replies: 122
Views: 35094

Re: July 3rd - Fly Navy

I think a lot of folk get there early, so as to be parked within the main airfield area, so you can view from your car - as I did! Was great to see the Wessex/ Sea King and Gazelles were superb. Catalina really stood out against that dark sky, and the rain shower didn't dampen my spirits! I think ad...
by Andover
Sat 02 Jul 2022, 9:57 am
Forum: Aviation Waffle
Topic: RAF Yearbook still published?
Replies: 5
Views: 1583

Re: RAF Yearbook still published?

Paul Waggett wrote:
Thu 30 Jun 2022, 5:25 pm
tomkil wrote:
Thu 30 Jun 2022, 3:23 pm
Does anyone know?
Looks like 2018 was the last issue _https://pocketmags.com/search/air-inter ... raf-review
That's a different one.
by Andover
Fri 17 Jun 2022, 9:49 pm
Forum: Old Warden Air Displays
Topic: July 3rd - Fly Navy
Replies: 122
Views: 35094

Re: July 3rd - Fly Navy

The Wessex and Gazelles have swayed it for me, so...booked!
by Andover
Thu 02 Jun 2022, 3:14 pm
Forum: Other UK Airshows and Events
Topic: Queens Jubilee - Flypast
Replies: 120
Views: 32599

Re: Queens Jubilee - Flypast

Watched the Navy helos arrive at Benson, and saw the full Helicopter contingent depart southward from the main runway, before turning west and flying past us north-east....Then saw 'em on the telly. I'm happy. :grinning:
by Andover
Sun 01 May 2022, 10:11 pm
Forum: Old Warden Air Displays
Topic: Season Opener
Replies: 35
Views: 11673

Re: Season Opener

Weather was very slightly better than I thought it would be - stayed cloudy and a cold breeze but there was a glimmer of brightness for a while in the afternoon. I was worried for the Catalina - thought it might have to land on water somewhere! A great start to the season, and the gentle breeze allo...
by Andover
Sun 01 May 2022, 7:09 am
Forum: Old Warden Air Displays
Topic: Season Opener
Replies: 35
Views: 11673

Re: Season Opener

Yes, it's a shame about the weather, but I want to show my financial support after a couple of years of hardship on airshows...I'll be there!
by Andover
Tue 25 Jan 2022, 10:11 pm
Forum: Aviation Waffle
Topic: RAF BAE146 to SWAM & Duxford
Replies: 40
Views: 6652

Re: RAF BAE146 to SWAM & Duxford

Really glad this RAF 146 has been preserved. I remember them coming into service in 1986.

Such a shame its predecessor - Andover XS790 was not preserved...or another HS.748.
by Andover
Tue 08 Dec 2020, 12:46 am
Forum: 'Golden Oldies' Photos
Topic: 20th anniversary run. for Lindy
Replies: 5
Views: 3462

Re: 20th anniversary run. for Lindy

Now that we'll no longer see the Brunty one run, will she be doing high speed runs next year?
by Andover
Wed 25 Nov 2020, 12:07 am
Forum: Historic Aviation
Topic: Blackburn Beverley anyone?
Replies: 117
Views: 25147

Re: Blackburn Beverley anyone?

Pledges coming in...not much time to reach the target though. (Link below)

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/save-the- ... y-aircraft
by Andover
Fri 16 Oct 2020, 5:02 pm
Forum: Historic Aviation
Topic: Blackburn Beverley anyone?
Replies: 117
Views: 25147

Re: Blackburn Beverley anyone?

I'm sure I read something a while ago saying it would be the first post war British aircraft to go into production of which there would be no complete survivors if its broken up. I'm guessing this now counts if the engines are going separate ways. It may have been military types, as there are no co...
by Andover
Sat 10 Oct 2020, 9:46 am
Forum: Historic Aviation
Topic: Blackburn Beverley anyone?
Replies: 117
Views: 25147

Re: Blackburn Beverley anyone?

XB259 represents the breed, regardless of its personal history. What if the owner kept it at Elvington, which is just up the road, boosting that museums income, and he charges people a small sum to go on board. Then in the future he uses that money, along with some from the museum for its upkeep? Ju...
by Andover
Sat 10 Oct 2020, 9:03 am
Forum: Airline & Commercial Aviation Photos
Topic: Tommy at Kemble - Negus Retirement
Replies: 13
Views: 2392

Re: Tommy at Kemble - Negus Retirement

Love the Arthur Negus livery.