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NutLoose
9th May 2013, 20:12
90U1042 | Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/royalairforcemuseum/8168888070/in/set-72157631961281394)
:E
Sorry I couldn't resist. :ok:
CoffmanStarter
9th May 2013, 20:15
Old dog new tricks :ok:
I knew a Wessex pilot who used to take his dog flying. One day, dog is sat on the pilot's seat while pilot flies from the other seat, keeping a very low profile. To an observer it looked like the dog was flying solo. There's probably a picture of it somewhere around. (I don't have one)
Al-bert
9th May 2013, 20:25
a Wessex pilot who used to take his dog flying
good ole Puffin! He had his own combat jacket (dpm) and 'Biggles Helmet' too! :ok:
CoffmanStarter
9th May 2013, 20:38
Mind you ...
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i16/mrhmonster/dog.jpg
Dysonsphere
9th May 2013, 20:42
Nice try Coff but looking at the panel that appears to be firmly on the ground.:=
CoffmanStarter
9th May 2013, 20:45
So he can't log any Pee 1 time then :E
Fox3WheresMyBanana
9th May 2013, 20:49
No one with any knowledge of dogs is going to let a retriever go solo...
Jack Russell maybe....
Border Collie definitely.
cuefaye
9th May 2013, 20:57
It would appear they award wings to anyone...
THEY MOST CERTAINLY DO :{
http://i1340.photobucket.com/albums/o738/HaroldEdward/734543_10151526613659885_602590054_n_zpsfc0a6e76.jpg (http://s1340.photobucket.com/user/HaroldEdward/media/734543_10151526613659885_602590054_n_zpsfc0a6e76.jpg.html)
CoffmanStarter
9th May 2013, 21:01
Naughty :E
cuefaye
9th May 2013, 21:02
But true! How wrong. Put them on their shoulder if they feel so needful!
CoffmanStarter
9th May 2013, 21:04
F3WMB ... So true as they have to pee after every ten steps to save getting lost ... a tad difficult for aeronautical navigation purposes :}
StopStart
9th May 2013, 21:27
Nice try Coff but looking at the panel that appears to be firmly on the ground.
Pretty sure we weren't and "the panel" confirms it :hmm:
Just intrigued to know how you got the photo CS.......?
ksimboy
9th May 2013, 22:43
Stop Start, I'd assume he didn't have a cat card with him?
CoffmanStarter
10th May 2013, 06:51
StopStart ... Simples a good memory :ok:
http://www.pprune.org/military-aircrew/502203-dogs-pilot-aircraft.html
I thought it was a rather good PhotShop pic ...
Ask 2port ...
CoffmanStarter
10th May 2013, 13:26
F3WMB ... Jack Russell you say ... now please don't take this the wrong way given your background (and that of other PPRuNe members) :ok:
Always looking for a fight, will take on anything ... usually bigger than it's self and will hump anything in sight ... sounds ideal FJ material :E
http://files.dogster.com/pix/dogs/23/823/6.jpg
Even looks cool in shades :cool:
Best ...
Coff.
EESDL
10th May 2013, 14:23
You are having a *¥€>%}# laugh - is this a serious press release or was it some April Fools that I was just too tired and emotional to spot?
"Today’s graduating Reaper pilots should be justifiably proud of their achievements, having paved the way for the development of a new and exciting sub-species within the Royal Air Force"
Before you know it - they'll be dishing out gongs for Reaper pilots sat in US.
Saying that, I think they'd deserve one after all those chicken wings served up in local titty bar.....now how about Chicken Wings?
Looks like the lunatics have taken over the asylum!
CoffmanStarter
10th May 2013, 14:35
EESDL ... It's pucka ... see the link :ok:
http://www.pprune.org/military-aircrew/511584-rpas-pilots-awarded-wings.html
pontifex
10th May 2013, 14:48
There was a test pilot acquaintance (civilian) of mine who really did have his Labrador in the RHS of a C130 with him quite frequently. It was called Biggles and none of the other crew members objected as I understand he was pretty good at it. This is noduff.
the development of a new and exciting sub-species within the Royal Air Force - I say, that's a bit strong, isn't it? Is this some sort of breeding programme?
Re Dogs - I think I saw a Beagle with wings once.
EESDL
10th May 2013, 17:54
Sorry BOAC, it was asking for it - cheap shot but worth the effort I thought..
ShyTorque
10th May 2013, 21:05
It would appear they award wings to anyone...
Lots of dogs get awarded wings, but not so many to engineers (as they're not as quick to learn and need too many biscuits).......
:E
smujsmith
10th May 2013, 21:28
Nice shot of the Goldie flying the Albert. Just goes to prove the old saying "if flying was difficult the ground crew would be doing it" ! :=
charliegolf
10th May 2013, 21:47
Is the Sky box on the coaming because Herc trips are so slow and tedious?
CG
Old-Duffer
11th May 2013, 09:33
There must be many suitable badges that could be designed and awarded to recognise the very special and unique - in some cases - skills required to be a successful and competent RPAS 'pilot', unfortunately, I don't think the RAF Flying badge with a minor adjustment to the wreath colour is the answer.
Not everybody will realise the difference and a completely new badge is required, if only so as not to embarrass the RPAS guys in the longer term.
Old Duffer - no RAF flying badge entitlement declared!