Buzzed by a RAAF C130

[RampDog]

I've just (14:03 AEST) been buzzed by a Herc coming in from the east at about 200 feet, tracking west at that altitude. NOT heading towards Holdsworthy!
Weird thing is that I'm in suburban Sydney (Illawong) and I'm out the front of the house mowing the lawn!
Anyone know what that's about?
I was concerned for their welfare, although I don't doubt their flying skills
I wished I had my camera out.... spectacular!

[RampDog]

Mystery solved - A flypast in honour of ex-RAAF Flying Officer Eric Barton DFC who passed away recently aged 95.
I'm sure he will have some great stories to re-tell his brothers-in-arms in Valhalla, R.I.P.

[RampDog]

https://www.airforce.gov.au/operatio...ar-two-aviator

[RampDog]

My initial post was originally meant only to find out what was going on with that C130 flying so low over suburban houses. (It had just tracked over from Woronora Cemetery, it turns out)
Its special purpose being there, honouring a fellow RAAF comrade who has well and truly served his country.
Can anyone, a colleague or family member contribute or tell us firsthand about this great Australian, and not just his war service. He was obviously a good and respected citizen too

[Pinky the pilot]

Hmm, awarded the DFC whilst serving in Bomber Command.

He earned it!

[Track Shortener]

Here's a fuller obit:
https://www.smh.com.au/national/ww2-...4gNncjFb7xMzes