"Shuttleworth" 17th December
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"Shuttleworth" 17th December
In celebration of the occasion Shuttleworth are to roll out the Boxkite, if conditions are suitable.
The Tiger and/or Maggie are also in the plan.
Airfield will be open to Fly-in and Air Traffic will be operating
We hope to licence for the day but this will be subject to Fire Crew availablity. (There will be a future post to advise)
PPR required to 01767 627288
All other arrangements as published
Refreshments availbility reduced due to winter upgrades
You might even get on TV if you come along
The Tiger and/or Maggie are also in the plan.
Airfield will be open to Fly-in and Air Traffic will be operating
We hope to licence for the day but this will be subject to Fire Crew availablity. (There will be a future post to advise)
PPR required to 01767 627288
All other arrangements as published
Refreshments availbility reduced due to winter upgrades
You might even get on TV if you come along
Awesome but Affordable
Great idea. I had registered my intention to get airborne on the day with AOPA but this is a great excuse to actually go somewhere. Rather than just take the G meter in the Skybolt from plus 4 to minus 2 in as sensuous a manner as possible. Providing the weather between Leicester and Old Warden is acceptable and the ground reasonably firm I hope to be there.
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PRESS RELEASE
The Shuttleworth Collection Celebrates A Century of Flight
WEDNESDAY 17TH DECEMBER 2003
One hundred years ago on the 17th December 1903 the Wright brothers achieved the first manned, powered and sustained flight on the sands at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, USA
The world famous Shuttleworth Collection of historic aeroplanes cordially invites Ladies and Gentlemen of the press to visit Old Warden Aerodrome on the above date, arrival may be anytime after 9am with the flying expected to begin at 10.30am.
It is hoped, weather permitting that we will fly the Bristol Boxkite, Miles Magister or Blackburn Monoplane. In addition to the flying demonstration there will be ample opportunity for our experienced staff to show you this unique Collection of aircraft that are kept in airworthy condition.
As well as the aeroplanes there are a number of historic road vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and other related memorabilia.
This celebration is in recognition the great pioneering achievements made by the early aviators. One hundred years on from the Wright Brothers flight in America the Shuttleworth Collection in Bedforshire houses one the world’s truly outstanding Collections of early aeroplanes.
The world’s oldest British built aeroplane the Blackburn Monoplane Type “D”, an original Bleriot and Deperdussin can be seen among the many exhibits at the Shuttleworth Collection.
We look forward to welcoming to this unique collection of aviation heritage and celebrating with us this historic anniversary.
For more information please contact:
Tony Podmore
Trust Marketing Co coordinator
The Shuttleworth Trust
The Shuttleworth Collection Celebrates A Century of Flight
WEDNESDAY 17TH DECEMBER 2003
One hundred years ago on the 17th December 1903 the Wright brothers achieved the first manned, powered and sustained flight on the sands at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, USA
The world famous Shuttleworth Collection of historic aeroplanes cordially invites Ladies and Gentlemen of the press to visit Old Warden Aerodrome on the above date, arrival may be anytime after 9am with the flying expected to begin at 10.30am.
It is hoped, weather permitting that we will fly the Bristol Boxkite, Miles Magister or Blackburn Monoplane. In addition to the flying demonstration there will be ample opportunity for our experienced staff to show you this unique Collection of aircraft that are kept in airworthy condition.
As well as the aeroplanes there are a number of historic road vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and other related memorabilia.
This celebration is in recognition the great pioneering achievements made by the early aviators. One hundred years on from the Wright Brothers flight in America the Shuttleworth Collection in Bedforshire houses one the world’s truly outstanding Collections of early aeroplanes.
The world’s oldest British built aeroplane the Blackburn Monoplane Type “D”, an original Bleriot and Deperdussin can be seen among the many exhibits at the Shuttleworth Collection.
We look forward to welcoming to this unique collection of aviation heritage and celebrating with us this historic anniversary.
For more information please contact:
Tony Podmore
Trust Marketing Co coordinator
The Shuttleworth Trust
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Can you pop an update on surface conditions at Old Warden prior to the event and keep it current please. Our aircraft really does not like soft ground, or indeed a rough surface. Much obliged.
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G-KEST,
Sad to say, Old Friend, it's still as rough as when you last visited and it'll remain so until the end of next year.
Ask Grandad Biggles nicely when ou arive and I'm sure he'll let you land long, where the suface is a lot smooher.
See you Friday,
A
Sad to say, Old Friend, it's still as rough as when you last visited and it'll remain so until the end of next year.
Ask Grandad Biggles nicely when ou arive and I'm sure he'll let you land long, where the suface is a lot smooher.
See you Friday,
A
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Having given the Shuttleworth event a plug in my December editorial, I rang a couple of week back for prior permission - I gather the list is only just about to open.
Just to be clear on the point, can we fly-in visitors turn up any time after 10.35? - It's just that many of us are planning our own little re-enactment before departing for Old Warden.
I'll bring a bowl of laundry and soapy water in the back of the Cub: one landing/t-o at Old Warden should see that lot clean
Just to be clear on the point, can we fly-in visitors turn up any time after 10.35? - It's just that many of us are planning our own little re-enactment before departing for Old Warden.
I'll bring a bowl of laundry and soapy water in the back of the Cub: one landing/t-o at Old Warden should see that lot clean
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The airfield will be open from 1000 until sunset (around 1542, I think), if the surface and weather conditions are suitable.
We will be able to judge better nearer the day of what can be anticipated but no accurate indication until the day itself, of course
There are no landing slots. We do have a small flying programme throughout the day and subject to that we will slot your arrival to suit. We may ask you to hold off!
G-KEST
I think we will be able to organise a long land. We will try to work something out on the day if needed
We will be able to judge better nearer the day of what can be anticipated but no accurate indication until the day itself, of course
There are no landing slots. We do have a small flying programme throughout the day and subject to that we will slot your arrival to suit. We may ask you to hold off!
G-KEST
I think we will be able to organise a long land. We will try to work something out on the day if needed
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But then it wouldn't be a surprise....
I'm due a day off or ten, wonder if I can do some arm twisting...
I'm due a day off or ten, wonder if I can do some arm twisting...
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Well I feel I have to do something Aviation on that day, so I will pop over even if the weather is poo.
RAFM closed for a party for the suits that day so OW it is.
RAFM closed for a party for the suits that day so OW it is.
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Well, Great in't it. RAFM closed for suits. I think that's appaling. However, O/W is, frankly, so much more a 'total aviation' place. and -er- there's flying there, while Hendon, useful Museum though it is, is moribund for action. Still. Fop's PR dept need a good kick for such a shockingly elietist decision for a so-called national museum.
Point made, off to hose down now...
Cheers
JDK
Well, Great in't it. RAFM closed for suits. I think that's appaling. However, O/W is, frankly, so much more a 'total aviation' place. and -er- there's flying there, while Hendon, useful Museum though it is, is moribund for action. Still. Fop's PR dept need a good kick for such a shockingly elietist decision for a so-called national museum.
Point made, off to hose down now...
Cheers
JDK
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I am afraid the secret is out.
We hope to have a flypast by the Reds at 14-15 although nothing can be absolute
There is also to possibility that there will be flypasts by some other military jet types during the day. Timimg for that is less certain so I guess that can be the surprise
Should be a great day, lets just hope for the best of the weather.
For those who might find it useful the longer length of 03/21 will be available thereby easing the bumpiness at the 21 threshold, providing you can speak with us on 130.7 as we need to control the use of the road crossing.
We hope to have a flypast by the Reds at 14-15 although nothing can be absolute
There is also to possibility that there will be flypasts by some other military jet types during the day. Timimg for that is less certain so I guess that can be the surprise
Should be a great day, lets just hope for the best of the weather.
For those who might find it useful the longer length of 03/21 will be available thereby easing the bumpiness at the 21 threshold, providing you can speak with us on 130.7 as we need to control the use of the road crossing.
I was hoping to lead our 4-ship over to Old Warden from the covert Oxonian airbase, weather permitting. But I now have to go to work, so shall be paxing BHX-FRA-HAM courtesy of Lufthansa instead.
I also had the chance to go to a function at the RAFM. But if I'd known that the genpub were being denied access for the day, I'd have boycotted it on principle.
Best news of the day - chum Airbedane has got his medical back so hopefully he'll be having a happy time this time next week at Old Warden!
I also had the chance to go to a function at the RAFM. But if I'd known that the genpub were being denied access for the day, I'd have boycotted it on principle.
Best news of the day - chum Airbedane has got his medical back so hopefully he'll be having a happy time this time next week at Old Warden!
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Weather for tomorrow is looking very promising
I inspected the runway today and its looking perfect, very slightly soft on the surface and firm below the top 5 mm
Maggi, Tiger and Falcon all flew today
The airfield is in superb condition and the grass runways stand out really well
For those that may need it, the extension will be available and College road will be manned.
All indications are that we will be using Runway 21, LH circuit
There are Fast jet transits planned including the Reds, not forgetting and most importantly our own aircraft throughout the day
Boxkite due to fly at 10-35 in the morning and at 15-35 in the afternoon
Therefore very important that you PPR and if NON RADIO call for a brief and ETA before setting out
You might even get on the tele or radio as there are live broadcasts planned.
Should be a fantastic day
Have a safe one everyone and keep a good lookout
Lastly congrats to Airbedane for flight as captain, good to hear you from your natural environs again. Cheers!!
I inspected the runway today and its looking perfect, very slightly soft on the surface and firm below the top 5 mm
Maggi, Tiger and Falcon all flew today
The airfield is in superb condition and the grass runways stand out really well
For those that may need it, the extension will be available and College road will be manned.
All indications are that we will be using Runway 21, LH circuit
There are Fast jet transits planned including the Reds, not forgetting and most importantly our own aircraft throughout the day
Boxkite due to fly at 10-35 in the morning and at 15-35 in the afternoon
Therefore very important that you PPR and if NON RADIO call for a brief and ETA before setting out
You might even get on the tele or radio as there are live broadcasts planned.
Should be a fantastic day
Have a safe one everyone and keep a good lookout
Lastly congrats to Airbedane for flight as captain, good to hear you from your natural environs again. Cheers!!
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Have a really great day tomorrow - I'm sad I can't be there (I have an office commitment)
And congratulations on being back in the saddle Airbedane!
Treadders
And congratulations on being back in the saddle Airbedane!
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Thanks for the good wishes chaps, but a bigger thank you is due to Hairyplane for letting me use his Maggie today for my first flight as Captain since the re-issue of my medical cert last week - it's been a long, hard road!
I'll be flying at Old Warden tomorow, but not in the display (not enough recency). Do we know how many other PPRuNers will be there??
Best Wishes, and Thanks again to all,
Airbedane
I'll be flying at Old Warden tomorow, but not in the display (not enough recency). Do we know how many other PPRuNers will be there??
Best Wishes, and Thanks again to all,
Airbedane
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What time are the reds?
I might see if I can get back from Welwyn GC in time to see the 15:35 flight of the boxkite.
Office commitments and distinct lack of flexi and holiday entitlement meant that I had to drive down the A1 this morning heartily wishing I could turn right towards Shuttleworth!
It's a long shot but I might just be able to wangle an early escape.
DeepC
I might see if I can get back from Welwyn GC in time to see the 15:35 flight of the boxkite.
Office commitments and distinct lack of flexi and holiday entitlement meant that I had to drive down the A1 this morning heartily wishing I could turn right towards Shuttleworth!
It's a long shot but I might just be able to wangle an early escape.
DeepC
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Deep C - Reds are due to come through about 1420 I believe.
Airbedane - hearty congratulations on getting yourself current again!
As for PPRuNers attending, I'm flying at EGSC this morning, but will be driving over to OW for the afternoon. Can't wait.
Airbedane - hearty congratulations on getting yourself current again!
As for PPRuNers attending, I'm flying at EGSC this morning, but will be driving over to OW for the afternoon. Can't wait.