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Maldrop
AA 62. Thought there might have been a comment on a double MSP maldrop on Frog Hill DZ at what looks like a last light P hour. Weren't you all grounded and the aircraft impounded until after the maldrop inquiry, or did the course just soldier on in those days?
Just a quick post lads,
I have been presented with my 62nd Birthday present from my son today, a PS4. Well, having paid tribute to Dave Ferries (RIP) in an earlier post, having got the infernal new beast working (it seems to know my preferences) and there's an advert from Royal Wootten Basset 2014, with the deputy Mayor, one Ian Ferries, making a speech. I can't link it, but seeing the man brings back some happy memories of his brother. What a small world it is, despite "global technology".
Meanwhile, Brian, what's this insinuation of Loadies working. Ksimboy and AA62 would be mortified. In my day, they were all known as "flying teaspoons", and respected they were for their abilities
no doubt none would challenge Raymond Blanc on culinary prowess, but that was down to Lyneham In Flight Catering. Personally an AA for breakfast (pre hammock) and an ACC top of the drop was always perfectly presented, and most welcome. Of course, the club sandwiches and Samosas at various locations, during the pre flight made that particular Loadie your bestest ever mate
now, back to real stories of derring do.
Smudge
I have been presented with my 62nd Birthday present from my son today, a PS4. Well, having paid tribute to Dave Ferries (RIP) in an earlier post, having got the infernal new beast working (it seems to know my preferences) and there's an advert from Royal Wootten Basset 2014, with the deputy Mayor, one Ian Ferries, making a speech. I can't link it, but seeing the man brings back some happy memories of his brother. What a small world it is, despite "global technology".
Meanwhile, Brian, what's this insinuation of Loadies working. Ksimboy and AA62 would be mortified. In my day, they were all known as "flying teaspoons", and respected they were for their abilities
no doubt none would challenge Raymond Blanc on culinary prowess, but that was down to Lyneham In Flight Catering. Personally an AA for breakfast (pre hammock) and an ACC top of the drop was always perfectly presented, and most welcome. Of course, the club sandwiches and Samosas at various locations, during the pre flight made that particular Loadie your bestest ever mate now, back to real stories of derring do.Smudge
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Dougie,
any Maldrop whether on the course or not meant impounding the a/c and an investigation by JATE. If I recall correctly this particular one was the WRAF parachute packer who goofed. I have mentioned this in an earlier post (Doubling up on the mouth ties of the anti swing parachute.).
It was late when the JATE team turned up and as we were flying on my qualifications I had sent the student home and I dealt with JATE.
Their initial suspicion that we had not rigged it properly was dispersed in the cold light of day when they inspected the anti swing chute.
any Maldrop whether on the course or not meant impounding the a/c and an investigation by JATE. If I recall correctly this particular one was the WRAF parachute packer who goofed. I have mentioned this in an earlier post (Doubling up on the mouth ties of the anti swing parachute.).
It was late when the JATE team turned up and as we were flying on my qualifications I had sent the student home and I dealt with JATE.
Their initial suspicion that we had not rigged it properly was dispersed in the cold light of day when they inspected the anti swing chute.
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Came across this yesterday ...
Apparently there are plans to construct a Natural Surface Operations (NSO) Tactical Landing Zone (TLZ) at Keevil. Effectively a new runway 24/06
It would seem construction has been delayed with consultation still ongoing ?
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Apparently there are plans to construct a Natural Surface Operations (NSO) Tactical Landing Zone (TLZ) at Keevil. Effectively a new runway 24/06
It would seem construction has been delayed with consultation still ongoing ?
Image Credit : MOD DIO
Coff
Coff,
many moons ago there was a proposal to have a natural surface tac strip alongside the main runway at Lyneham. I do not think it ever got further than the 'would it be nice stage'.
many moons ago there was a proposal to have a natural surface tac strip alongside the main runway at Lyneham. I do not think it ever got further than the 'would it be nice stage'.
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They did actually suggest Lyneham be utilised as a natural strip once the Defence College was up and running. Sadly that has died totally now due to the proximity of the solar farm to the edge of 24/06 and the intersection of 18/36.
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I think that they should still construct it there so the only people kept awake at night would be service tech personnel and not the good folks of Bulkington and Steeple Ashton. It would show the studes what the sound of freedom is all about.
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Doug,
the residents of Bradenstoke are already complaining due to the proximity to the fences neighbouring one of the mobile home estates. Plus there have been complaints from residents in Foxham regarding the noise the tanks will make, it seems the noise of Albert was acceptable! Thank goodness my time down the back of Albert sorted my hearing out.
the residents of Bradenstoke are already complaining due to the proximity to the fences neighbouring one of the mobile home estates. Plus there have been complaints from residents in Foxham regarding the noise the tanks will make, it seems the noise of Albert was acceptable! Thank goodness my time down the back of Albert sorted my hearing out.
Sorry lads,
Obviously not a subject dear to your hearts. I still rate IFF's brother as a top Loadie (RIP).
Now, change of subject, I wonder if anyone has any input on the RAF contribution to the Sarajevo Airlift. I managed to attend a few detachments myself, as a mere GE, including a trip that gave me a "sixpence/half crown" moment or three. I can't remember if I have already told the story, but I'm sure I can retrieve it from my fading brain cells if required. Meanwhile, for those who never met "Kevin Keegan" at the winery, and those who could not supply 750 ltrs of quality Italian vino for their daughters 18th Birthday party, for those who never attended a Noggie Herc crews farewell doo, I assure you, whilst it was hard work, the Ancona Det always had its "benefits". Must be a few stories in that operation.
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Obviously not a subject dear to your hearts. I still rate IFF's brother as a top Loadie (RIP).
Now, change of subject, I wonder if anyone has any input on the RAF contribution to the Sarajevo Airlift. I managed to attend a few detachments myself, as a mere GE, including a trip that gave me a "sixpence/half crown" moment or three. I can't remember if I have already told the story, but I'm sure I can retrieve it from my fading brain cells if required. Meanwhile, for those who never met "Kevin Keegan" at the winery, and those who could not supply 750 ltrs of quality Italian vino for their daughters 18th Birthday party, for those who never attended a Noggie Herc crews farewell doo, I assure you, whilst it was hard work, the Ancona Det always had its "benefits". Must be a few stories in that operation.
Smudge
It always struck me as strange that some people on promotion to Sqn Ldr lost all humility and became complete barstewards.
In the case of one nav' I knew it was not such a surprise - he was a cynical sod at nav' school ( where he masqueraded as an instructor ), the same on the Herc' Course and then on 48 , especially when he became Nav' Ldr. My contacts on the other side of the airfield at Lyneham reported that he was even worse on promotion to Flt Cdr.
The other guy I knew well - same South Cerney course, following his recourse, same nav' course until he was recoursed again, this time by 2 courses - was lucky to make it on the Andover and did so only with much help and understanding from the staff. He arrived on the Herc' after I left the mob in '73 and surprisingly made it. When he got promoted he became a complete sh1t according to other Flt Cdrs I knew, and became even worse on his 2 further promotions!!
In the case of one nav' I knew it was not such a surprise - he was a cynical sod at nav' school ( where he masqueraded as an instructor ), the same on the Herc' Course and then on 48 , especially when he became Nav' Ldr. My contacts on the other side of the airfield at Lyneham reported that he was even worse on promotion to Flt Cdr.
The other guy I knew well - same South Cerney course, following his recourse, same nav' course until he was recoursed again, this time by 2 courses - was lucky to make it on the Andover and did so only with much help and understanding from the staff. He arrived on the Herc' after I left the mob in '73 and surprisingly made it. When he got promoted he became a complete sh1t according to other Flt Cdrs I knew, and became even worse on his 2 further promotions!!
As a follow up to the post above re Ancona/Sarajevo I came across this on YouTube, and thought it might provide some interest. I'm sure we all recognise the participants;
https://youtu.be/pTSodmS2K7E
Memories are made of this, as they say.
Smudge
https://youtu.be/pTSodmS2K7E
Memories are made of this, as they say.
Smudge
Sunday evening special
I put this compilation together a couple of years ago. It's done by a bloke who publishes as MJA aviation, a friend of at least one Albert Captain ! He's part of the community of photographers who sit on Welsh hillsides taking shots of low flying training and its progress. This chap has done some great video, which I've cobbled together into a 20 minute clip. Good music, and Albert certainly features, but the blokes on the hills look cold;
http://youtu.be/C68xRVrCj3g
Enjoy, you may be part of this vid.
Smudge
http://youtu.be/C68xRVrCj3g
Enjoy, you may be part of this vid.
Smudge
