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Forum: Military Aviation

29th Sep 2013, 10:10

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CHF - Merlin Mk 4

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Posted By FODPlod

I know some of the pitfalls of operating helos...

I know some of the pitfalls of operating helos from a CVS or LPH but for a small shore base like Benson at busy times, how many of those 88 helos could safely be kept in a holding pattern and/or...

Forum: Military Aviation

21st Oct 2011, 22:12

Replies: 450

CHF - Merlin Mk 4

Views: 104,602

Posted By FODPlod

Because (a) so much of their work is 'invisible'...

Because (a) so much of their work is 'invisible' compared to the other services and (b) no one else will.

As a typical example, this recent photo in a national daily shows Cheryl Cole surrounded...

Forum: Military Aviation

18th Oct 2011, 08:08

Replies: 450

CHF - Merlin Mk 4

Views: 104,602

Posted By FODPlod

I can't see your point. CHF comprises only 2 x...

I can't see your point. CHF comprises only 2 x SK4 Front Line Sqns (845 (http://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/The-Fleet/Aircraft/Helicopters/Sea-King-Mk4/845-Naval-Air-Squadron) & 846...

Forum: Military Aviation

13th Oct 2011, 08:41

Replies: 450

CHF - Merlin Mk 4

Views: 104,602

Posted By FODPlod

Commando Sea Kings return from Helmand after four years

Commando Sea Kings return from Afghanistan after four years (http://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/News-and-Events/Latest-News/2011/October/12/111012-Sea-Kings-Return)

Forum: Military Aviation

1st Aug 2011, 21:26

Replies: 450

CHF - Merlin Mk 4

Views: 104,602

Posted By FODPlod

FAA personnel, including those in CHF, may not...

FAA personnel, including those in CHF, may not have been embarked in ships for extended periods in recent times owing to competing demands but I'm willing to bet their time at sea combined with their...

Forum: Military Aviation

1st Aug 2011, 09:22

Replies: 450

CHF - Merlin Mk 4

Views: 104,602

Posted By FODPlod

FAA pilots and observers can be employed as...

FAA pilots and observers can be employed as warfare officers on battlestaffs and on the bridge/in the ops room of ships when they are not on operational flying tours. After passing COQC exams, they...

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