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Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
26th May 2020, 12:20
Replies: 605
Views: 553,760
Posted By 742-xx

Regarding the immediate retirement of the 747s -...

Regarding the immediate retirement of the 747s - I remember after 9/11 Virgin retired their fleet of 747-200s only to have to lease them back from Air Icelandic (?) when the predicted downturn wasn't...
Forum: Military Aviation
9th Jul 2019, 09:56
Replies: 27
Views: 6,540
Posted By 742-xx

Of course the original question is ignored by the...

Of course the original question is ignored by the 'outraged and offended'.....
Forum: Military Aviation
9th Jul 2019, 06:32
Replies: 27
Views: 6,540
Posted By 742-xx

I know that freedom of speech is finished in this...

I know that freedom of speech is finished in this country and the majority of us just 'grin and bear it' so to speak.
But Mr Pat Condell talks a lot of sense on this (and many other) matters -
"The...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
3rd Dec 2017, 19:07
Replies: 8
Views: 6,126
Posted By 742-xx

"The fri**ing engine exploded" Thomas Cook Cuba

They do get excited don't they ?

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/5039116/thomas-cook-jet-engine-explodes-take-off-premium-class-evacuated/
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
4th May 2017, 21:09
Replies: 6
Views: 2,772
Posted By 742-xx

I live in Crewe and I was once told a 'ghost...

I live in Crewe and I was once told a 'ghost story' involving a supposed crashed Lancaster near to Leighton hospital.
The suggestion was that the crew still walk the roads near there.
I bet that's...
Forum: Military Aviation
18th Jan 2017, 19:09
Replies: 40
Views: 12,383
Posted By 742-xx

Vulcan Begging Bowl Out Again...

Not sure if this is the right place for this but here goes.

https://www.justgiving.com/campaigns/charity/vtts/vulcanxh558ssurvivalplan

So why get involved with the Canberra ? Surely they saw...
Forum: Private Flying
30th Dec 2016, 18:56
Replies: 31
Views: 4,589
Posted By 742-xx

Surely Blackpool would fit the bill ? It...

Surely Blackpool would fit the bill ? It certainly needs the support - I'm sure it was recently under threat ?

The former RAF Poulton is an impressive sight from the air, but perhaps Hawarden...
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
27th Dec 2016, 19:47
Replies: 3
Views: 3,148
Posted By 742-xx

Thank you Sir. Sounds like a job well done.

Thank you Sir.
Sounds like a job well done.
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
27th Dec 2016, 19:23
Replies: 3
Views: 3,148
Posted By 742-xx

Forced Landing Winsford, Cheshire 27th Dec 2016

Cheshire police attended what sounds to have been a successful forced landing near Winsford, Cheshire today.
Anyone any idea of the aircraft involved ?
I fly out of Barton and was just wandering...
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
26th Aug 2016, 16:56
Replies: 20
Views: 14,077
Posted By 742-xx

It looks like a he did a cracking job of landing...

It looks like a he did a cracking job of landing it.
I only hope I'm somewhere near that good if, or when it happens to me. :ok::D
Forum: Private Flying
20th Feb 2016, 17:34
Replies: 108
Views: 15,466
Posted By 742-xx

I generally tend to end up at between SFC and...

I generally tend to end up at between SFC and 2500 feet.
However, a couple of years back I ventured out on a beautiful clear blue sky day over North Wales, in the vicinity of Snowdon. Anyway,...
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Nov 2015, 15:47
Replies: 64
Views: 18,164
Posted By 742-xx

Great programme, very well made - informative and...

Great programme, very well made - informative and entertaining.
A wonderful insight into the Wellesbourne Vulcan particularly, and the story of the Vulcan in general.

As far as presenters go, you...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
3rd Nov 2015, 23:25
Replies: 120
Views: 31,699
Posted By 742-xx

I had the 'privelege' of visiting the former...

I had the 'privelege' of visiting the former Woodford site recently for the Vulcan Farewell Tour.
Having flown there in the past from Barton, I have to say visiting the place in this state was quite...
Forum: Private Flying
14th Dec 2014, 06:29
Replies: 14
Views: 1,844
Posted By 742-xx

Thumbs up I've had an Aera 500 for some time now. Very...

I've had an Aera 500 for some time now.
Very capable and, up to now, reliable.
The updates are too expensive, and like others on here I don't bother with them, unless something big changes where I...
Forum: Private Flying
24th Dec 2013, 08:57
Replies: 8
Views: 2,217
Posted By 742-xx

Thanks for the replies, very helpful, as always. ...

Thanks for the replies, very helpful, as always.
A Cold War jet day looks most promising.

All the best.
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Dec 2013, 09:45
Replies: 8
Views: 2,217
Posted By 742-xx

Flying into Bruntingthorpe

Thinking of going to Bruntingthorpe probably mid-week.
Can I get a brew and just wander around or do they have security Gestapo to stop you ?
Is there much to see ?
I looked at the website but it...
Forum: Private Flying
30th Nov 2013, 11:45
Replies: 18
Views: 2,955
Posted By 742-xx

Thanks for the replies. I suspected that this...

Thanks for the replies.
I suspected that this was probably a complicated issue.
I think that I've probably got things pretty good under the current setup.
The only downside is that I can't get...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
30th Nov 2013, 09:01
Replies: 23
Views: 9,814
Posted By 742-xx

As many have said before - what a waste.

As many have said before - what a waste.
Forum: Private Flying
30th Nov 2013, 08:48
Replies: 18
Views: 2,955
Posted By 742-xx

Potential Pitfalls of group ownership ?

I've recently been considering joining a group at my local airfield.
I currently use a non-equity scheme but we're fairly restricted hours wise (max 3 hours) because we use school aircraft.
My...
Forum: Military Aviation
22nd Sep 2013, 22:30
Replies: 19
Views: 3,691
Posted By 742-xx

Far too much like common sense ! But what...

Far too much like common sense !

But what an idea ! Bring it on !
Forum: Private Flying
4th Aug 2013, 10:07
Replies: 50
Views: 30,057
Posted By 742-xx

Interesting. I work for Network Rail. I've just...

Interesting. I work for Network Rail. I've just had to sign for a brief regarding KHF, it's location and what to do in the case of an emergency.

Where does the fine fella from Ashcroft fit in...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Aug 2013, 09:59
Replies: 50
Views: 30,057
Posted By 742-xx

By author I assume you mean of the website ? ...

By author I assume you mean of the website ?

Ashcroft Airfield (EGCR) (http://ashcroftair.co.uk/)

Seems very upset.
But what is the plane on the poor quality CCTV image ?
If it is an LAC...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Aug 2013, 07:14
Replies: 50
Views: 30,057
Posted By 742-xx

LAC and Ashcroft Airfield

What on earth is going on between LAC and the owner of Ashcroft ?
I've just looked on the Ashcroft website and they seem very upset about LAC.
It's even says that LAC are not welcome ?
As a...
Forum: Private Flying
20th May 2013, 13:16
Replies: 7
Views: 1,011
Posted By 742-xx

Many thanks.

Many thanks.
Forum: Private Flying
20th May 2013, 13:12
Replies: 177
Views: 52,155
Posted By 742-xx

As promised last night. This picture was taken...

As promised last night.
This picture was taken using a cockpit mounted Gopro camera.
This was three weeks ago.
Not brilliant quality.
But I think/hope it shows what is a clear unobstructed...
Forum: Private Flying
20th May 2013, 11:54
Replies: 7
Views: 1,011
Posted By 742-xx

Thanks for the replies. Most helpful.

Thanks for the replies. Most helpful.
Forum: Private Flying
20th May 2013, 02:10
Replies: 7
Views: 1,011
Posted By 742-xx

Timescale to convert to EASA licence ?

I have a JAR PPL (I think!).
Anyway, whatever I have expires later this year. It will have reached five years old.
My question is has anybody recently converted to an EASA licence and if so what...
Forum: Private Flying
20th May 2013, 01:57
Replies: 177
Views: 52,155
Posted By 742-xx

Absolutely. I was there three weeks ago and...

Absolutely.

I was there three weeks ago and I don't remember thinking 'must watch for them trees'. I'm not saying there are no trees, but I don't recall any surprising me, as such.
But perhaps...
Forum: Private Flying
19th May 2013, 19:17
Replies: 177
Views: 52,155
Posted By 742-xx

Very sad indeed. Makes you realise 'but for the...

Very sad indeed. Makes you realise 'but for the grace of God'.

Does anyone know what the weather was and what runway they were using ?

I hope it was nothing to do with them bloody big wind...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Apr 2013, 06:15
Replies: 35
Views: 7,652
Posted By 742-xx

I think that wether we like to admit it or not,...

I think that wether we like to admit it or not, we can all relate to this post.
I cetainly can.
I used to only ever fly alone, and driving to the field was like driving to the dentist.
Then one...
Forum: Military Aviation
2nd Jan 2013, 17:14
Replies: 39
Views: 8,157
Posted By 742-xx

Superb museum - really can't say enough good...

Superb museum - really can't say enough good things about the place, but it's not just the place, it's the whole atmosphere, the whole experience.

Really worth a day out. Hats off to all...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
26th Nov 2012, 19:48
Replies: 25
Views: 8,576
Posted By 742-xx

Best of luck to all concerned. I really hope...

Best of luck to all concerned.
I really hope they get somewhere with this.
I went to see Concorde on the Intrepid shortly after it had opened to the public.
It was in a shocking state - idiots...
Forum: Private Flying
26th Sep 2012, 19:39
Replies: 11
Views: 2,032
Posted By 742-xx

Interesting. I think that I used the same...

Interesting.
I think that I used the same school as you, and as you say it's not ideal.
I think that if you don't show a lot of interest (your break) they will just effectively abandon you. It's...
Forum: Private Flying
13th Aug 2012, 14:41
Replies: 30
Views: 6,190
Posted By 742-xx

I'm glad somebody brought up the subject of...

I'm glad somebody brought up the subject of Llanbedr.

I'm looking at going to Caernarfon soon and checked the NATS entry on their webpage.
Its states that if arriving from the south or southeast...
Forum: Private Flying
26th Jul 2012, 01:07
Replies: 39
Views: 9,392
Posted By 742-xx

Very true and very humbling.

Very true and very humbling.
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