Hi Gents. May I ask a question?
What is a spotter?
Having done many airshows around the country over the years with one or two of Her Majesties finest machines, I have always taken the time to talk with countless people, of all ages, about the aircraft and if possible give them a close look at the steery bit at the front. This is usually a very pleasant experience for the vast majority of aircrew.
We call these people enthusiasts.
There is also, however, another type of strange being which has absolutely no interest in the aircraft whatsoever except for the number on the side of the fuselage. I remember one time at Yeovilton being yelled at by one of these creatures because I had opened the rear baggage door and he couldn't see the number!
Now that is what we understand by the term "spotter".
So is our interpretation of terminology correct?
If not please educate us poor drivers-airframe.
Regards
Dak