Thanks for the replies to my altimeter question. As I said I was only ever pax on the Herc except for an AAR jolly in the Falklands. Always enjoyed my flights on them as you knew you were flying. My first flight on the mighty Albert was in Dec 77, when the RAF used to organise a seasonal turkey tour to move folk around the country who were going on leave for Xmas. Lossie to Leuchars 40 mins and a landing that was less of a touchdown, more of a throw it on the deck. It would have been quicker to get the train and bus home on leave, but I couldn't resist the chance of a flight. Managed some time on the Omani and Saudi fleets also.
Really enjoying reading this thread, and hope there are loads more stories waiting to be told.