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Forum: Military Aviation
23rd Apr 2024, 11:21
Replies: 35
Views: 4,469
Posted By Bob Viking

Boo, hiss.

People complain when the RAF don’t do special paint schemes and then they complain when they do. It seems they can’t win.

I think it looks great.

BV
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Apr 2024, 08:09
Replies: 13
Views: 1,781
Posted By Commando Cody

Well, that H-60 is still around for LAMPs is not...

Well, that H-60 is still around for LAMPs is not surprising. Regarding V-22, it's admittedly too big for the role and was never intended to be based on a DDG or the like. OTOH, that does not rule out...
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Apr 2024, 13:05
Replies: 13
Views: 1,781
Posted By Hedge36

And I thought moving to the -60 was a pain. ...

And I thought moving to the -60 was a pain.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/pprune.org-vbulletin/484x320/48411602_10161180882675174_6053095640173379584_n_58a085b8dd66b78420744b0df9f1b65d9ffa92a2.jpg
Forum: Military Aviation
16th Apr 2024, 11:41
Replies: 44
Views: 10,364
Posted By melmothtw

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLSBaxiW0AEGIzV?format...

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GLSBaxiW0AEGIzV?format=jpg&name=medium



Sales of Danish F-16s to Argentina were marked today in Skrydstrup (fmn.dk)...
Forum: Military Aviation
15th Apr 2024, 11:30
Replies: 2
Views: 2,508
Posted By ORAC

No, not a prop for the latest movie where they...

No, not a prop for the latest movie where they couldn't source an actual Soviet-type airlifter, but the first actual @AirbusDefence #A400M for #Kazakhstan going through the paint shop ahead of...
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Apr 2024, 16:32
Replies: 15
Views: 3,845
Posted By Sir Korsky

Could be perfect timing for the 525.

Could be perfect timing for the 525.
Forum: Military Aviation
6th Apr 2024, 22:07
Replies: 431
Views: 194,159
Posted By Jackonicko

They showed a new model of GCAP at WDS. It's...

They showed a new model of GCAP at WDS. It's certainly a lot better looking than the 'Pregnant Pelican' full scale mock up.
...
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd Apr 2024, 19:17
Replies: 149
Views: 27,059
Posted By ShyTorque

I recall a certain Met O at Gutersloh who did our...

I recall a certain Met O at Gutersloh who did our squadron met brief one winter morning without mentioning the snow that was covering the back of his blazer as he walked in! Must have been a “good...
Forum: Rotorheads
31st Mar 2024, 03:03
Replies: 76
Views: 34,925
Posted By Copter Appreciator00

The article says the prog of record has been...

The article says the prog of record has been revised. So the total # of H-139s isn't going to be 80-84 airframes, and now will be 30-36. Does this imply the UH-1N (64 copters) will sustain for more...
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Mar 2024, 14:13
Replies: 44
Views: 7,700
Posted By jimf671

H225 was always my favourite ride offshore....

H225 was always my favourite ride offshore. Smooth ride, long MGB run-dry time, good (and proven!) flotation performance. huge escape windows, good view of the instruments from the right aisle seat...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Mar 2024, 23:13
Replies: 44
Views: 7,700
Posted By HeliComparator

I’ll bite! I’ll never have to put my money where...

I’ll bite! I’ll never have to put my money where my mouth is, but I’d say “hell yes”
There has only been one accident caused by mechanical failure - nasty and catastrophic. But actually most...
Forum: Military Aviation
22nd Mar 2024, 12:06
Replies: 33
Views: 5,699
Posted By Lyneham Lad

Still have my Project Team tie - lots of trips to...

Still have my Project Team tie - lots of trips to Warton (Rate 1's / Blackpool B&B), Main Building meetings & even a week in Turin at the Aeritalia factory. An interesting time.
Forum: Military Aviation
21st Mar 2024, 19:39
Replies: 42
Views: 11,097
Posted By Dan Gerous

I think they've narrowed down the competition for...

I think they've narrowed down the competition for new trainers and it's between Reebok and Addidas.:p
Forum: Military Aviation
21st Mar 2024, 08:22
Replies: 12
Views: 4,885
Posted By Video Mixdown

Spotters never joke. They take themselves too...

Spotters never joke. They take themselves too seriously for that.
Forum: Military Aviation
20th Mar 2024, 22:23
Replies: 54
Views: 14,467
Posted By RubiC Cube

Roy was alive and well on 7 Mar 24 when he gave a...

Roy was alive and well on 7 Mar 24 when he gave a presentation at King’s College London (along with Robbie Woolven)
Forum: Military Aviation
20th Mar 2024, 17:15
Replies: 12
Views: 4,885
Posted By bobward

There's an interesting item in the latest Air...

There's an interesting item in the latest Air Forces Monthly about these, and other aggressors. Nice pictures too!
Forum: Military Aviation
19th Mar 2024, 12:38
Replies: 268
Views: 142,783
Posted By ORAC

https://theaviationist.com/2024/03/19/new-b-21-rai...

https://theaviationist.com/2024/03/19/new-b-21-raider-photo-released-by-northrop-grumman/

New B-21 Raider Photo Released By Northrop Grumman
...
Forum: Military Aviation
14th Mar 2024, 19:49
Replies: 30
Views: 8,040
Posted By SLXOwft

We have been discussing the H-47ER deal including...

We have been discussing the H-47ER deal including today's announcement on the SDSR thread. Mods, just wondering if it makes sense to move the relevant posts here?

Start from about here:...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Mar 2024, 21:18
Replies: 329
Views: 75,114
Posted By Lonewolf_50

1. lower parts count 2. Fewer maintenance man...

1. lower parts count
2. Fewer maintenance man hours per flight hour.
3. Capability solid, armament is in the same scale as Apache:

AIM-9 Sidewinder...
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Mar 2024, 17:32
Replies: 18
Views: 3,070
Posted By Minquanlu

Alright alright alright! Gather 'round everyone,...

Alright alright alright! Gather 'round everyone, because it's time to celebrate a true legend, a flying grandpa with more stories than your nan after a sherry – it's the one, the only, the Sea King...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Mar 2024, 13:06
Replies: 329
Views: 75,114
Posted By Lonewolf_50

Just gonna say that the AH-1Z might have been a...

Just gonna say that the AH-1Z might have been a better choice ...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Mar 2024, 12:12
Replies: 1
Views: 878
Posted By HeliHenri

Hello Chopper2004, it’s HTM.

Hello Chopper2004, it’s HTM.
Forum: Military Aviation
11th Mar 2024, 21:50
Replies: 16
Views: 3,642
Posted By ORAC

RCAF Retires Hawk & Pilot Trng in Canada

https://theaviationist.com/2024/03/11/farewell-ct-155/

Farewell CT-155: RCAF Retires Hawks, Halting Pilot Training Within Canada

On March 8, 2024, the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) announced...
Forum: Military Aviation
11th Mar 2024, 12:54
Replies: 329
Views: 75,114
Posted By Lonewolf_50

It's a beautiful day to drop a bucket of sunshine...

It's a beautiful day to drop a bucket of sunshine somewhere. Curtis LeMay would probably offer a wry grin.
Forum: Military Aviation
22nd Feb 2024, 22:12
Replies: 4
Views: 1,713
Posted By topgas

Larry Taylor, Vietnam helicopter pilot

Obituary for Larry Taylor, Cobra pilot who defied orders and landed under fire to rescue four soldiers, who had to cling to the skids and rocket pods. A brave man.

Larry Taylor Obituary, The Times...
Forum: Military Aviation
18th Feb 2024, 09:45
Replies: 73
Views: 14,529
Posted By Dan Gerous

I had a heads up of a helicopter exercise at...

I had a heads up of a helicopter exercise at Charterhall in Aug 2016 and headed over to get some happy snaps. I arrived with plenty of time and around noon heard the distinctive sound of an...
Forum: Military Aviation
16th Feb 2024, 14:27
Replies: 73
Views: 14,529
Posted By campbeex

Is that an early version GoPro attached to the...

Is that an early version GoPro attached to the tail?
Forum: Military Aviation
16th Feb 2024, 00:42
Replies: 50
Views: 11,036
Posted By Diff Tail Shim

We need a new advanced trainer, so please the...

We need a new advanced trainer, so please the next government get the useless BAES to do a replacement. Oh, pulled out of the TX programme so not a chance. I am for keeping the Reds as they still...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Feb 2024, 17:09
Replies: 33
Views: 12,619
Posted By JohnDixson

Chevvron, I heard a differing version of the...

Chevvron, I heard a differing version of the WS-70 situation, but it ended with the Saudis buying standard UH-60s thru the US State Dept FMS ( Foreign Military Sales ) Program, wherein countries...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Feb 2024, 15:17
Replies: 122
Views: 18,434
Posted By Tigger_Too

Open letter against Army’s inclusivity policyDear...

Open letter against Army’s inclusivity policyDear Secretary of State,
As retired senior officers of the Crown with experience of senior command, we feel compelled to write to you with a sense of...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Feb 2024, 11:28
Replies: 50
Views: 11,036
Posted By charliegolf

Paint up some Typhoons, train up some 'Top...

Paint up some Typhoons, train up some 'Top Guns', and sell it as being high time we were displaying front line aircraft not trainers.

CG
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Feb 2024, 23:04
Replies: 122
Views: 18,434
Posted By iRaven

Diverse teams can be just as ineffective as...

Diverse teams can be just as ineffective as non-diverse teams if you only think appearance, culture and background. The strength comes from the diverse skills within that team, that is why...
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Feb 2024, 16:36
Replies: 122
Views: 18,434
Posted By bugged on the right

Advertising on television seems to suggest that...

Advertising on television seems to suggest that servicemen and women jolly around the world handing out sacks of rice, rescuing children from floods and being nice. They must get a big shock when...
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Feb 2024, 15:44
Replies: 122
Views: 18,434
Posted By Mogwi

War on woke

I see that the Defence Secretary has declared that;

“Time and resources are being squandered to promote a political agenda which is pitting individuals against each other, when what we need is a...
Forum: Military Aviation
10th Feb 2024, 13:57
Replies: 50
Views: 11,036
Posted By Union Jack

Will this make them all Diamond geezers?:hmm: ...

Will this make them all Diamond geezers?:hmm:

Jack
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