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I used to love seeing the Chinook around Aberdeen. Great aircraft to see, although I know from reading elsewhere that it wasn't a favourite for some.
Post 1986 did the type do any ad-hoc flying or did they sit around ABZ before they were disposed of? Think I recall a few non-oil charters.
When did the last one leave?
As I recall, 6 in the BAH fleet. Miss them today.
I'm sure finally I remember one substituting on a BA flight to Glasgow, replacing a Budgie. Maybe my memory is playing tricks.
Post 1986 did the type do any ad-hoc flying or did they sit around ABZ before they were disposed of? Think I recall a few non-oil charters.
When did the last one leave?
As I recall, 6 in the BAH fleet. Miss them today.
I'm sure finally I remember one substituting on a BA flight to Glasgow, replacing a Budgie. Maybe my memory is playing tricks.
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BAH Chinooks
Hi Richard
The last 3 BV234's left ABZ in 1989-1990 to columbia Helicopters G-BISN,SP,SR.
These were the last Chinook's to fly out of Aberdeen since the 1986 accident of Sumburgh.
After the Accident all 3 machine's were stored in ABZ without work for 3 years with some ad-hoc work but not enough to keep them here.
I miss them very much too great machines.
Pumaboy
The last 3 BV234's left ABZ in 1989-1990 to columbia Helicopters G-BISN,SP,SR.
These were the last Chinook's to fly out of Aberdeen since the 1986 accident of Sumburgh.
After the Accident all 3 machine's were stored in ABZ without work for 3 years with some ad-hoc work but not enough to keep them here.
I miss them very much too great machines.
Pumaboy
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Selective memory
I think certain people are reviewing the past through heavily rose tinted spectacles. The BV 234 was far from a success as a North Sea machine. The vibration levels were unacceptable for both passengers and crew. The unseemly scramble for passengers boarding in an attempt to avoid sitting in the middle of the cabin where the blades overlapped put anything experienced with Easyjet or Ryanair in the shade.
I recall one occasion, during a phase when the BV 234 was operating at reduced VNE because of vibration, when a Bristow Tiger overtook on an outbound Aberdeen radial, lowering its undercarriage as a friendly gesture, thereby prompting an official complaint by British Airways Helicopters of ungentlemanly conduct!
I recall one occasion, during a phase when the BV 234 was operating at reduced VNE because of vibration, when a Bristow Tiger overtook on an outbound Aberdeen radial, lowering its undercarriage as a friendly gesture, thereby prompting an official complaint by British Airways Helicopters of ungentlemanly conduct!
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Sorry Snarlie,
I think that I might have been involved in that prank although it could have happened more than once. It was on the 033 radial in those days, you were going to the Magnus if I remember.
A short interview with Captain Smith ensued post flight but I didn't get into too much trouble because I was a lowly co pilot in those days. I felt bad though because I think I suggested it to the P1 and being a nice guy he went along with the plan.
I think that I might have been involved in that prank although it could have happened more than once. It was on the 033 radial in those days, you were going to the Magnus if I remember.
A short interview with Captain Smith ensued post flight but I didn't get into too much trouble because I was a lowly co pilot in those days. I felt bad though because I think I suggested it to the P1 and being a nice guy he went along with the plan.
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BAH Photos
Sorry couldn't find the previous related thread, and just found a few pics to post. Apologies for the rather poor images, taken a long time ago on rather basic equipment.
G-BEDI, Inverness late 70's, IF training screens fitted
Training, Sumburgh late 70's;
Water ops, Sumburgh late 70's;
The unique S61NM, G-BCEB Scilly Isles, early 80's;
Sumburgh Head on a rather rare nice day.
G-BEDI, Inverness late 70's, IF training screens fitted
Training, Sumburgh late 70's;
Water ops, Sumburgh late 70's;
The unique S61NM, G-BCEB Scilly Isles, early 80's;
Sumburgh Head on a rather rare nice day.
Last edited by Plank Cap; 27th January 2009 at 09:29.
