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Forum: Military Aviation
27th Feb 2018, 12:48
Replies: 3
Views: 1,342
Posted By Sandy Wings

RAF Flying Scholarship- Tayside Aviation 50th Anniversary

This month Tayside Aviation celebrates 50 years of flying training, mainly at Dundee.
I was curious to see who did their training there?
I’ll start the ball rolling...
1986 RAF Flying Scholarship...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Aug 2016, 08:31
Replies: 52
Views: 11,662
Posted By Sandy Wings

Beagle it is still put out to Tender, and Tayside...

Beagle it is still put out to Tender, and Tayside Aviation have won that Tender in recent years. I did mine there in 1986 and are still meeting people regularly in the Aviation world who did theirs...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th Nov 2015, 15:33
Replies: 9
Views: 4,574
Posted By Sandy Wings

Tragic loss a true gent

Yes some great sentiment on Facetube, his funeral details are:
😢For those who were stunned and shocked at the passing of Kelvin Harris the details for his Funeral are as follows - Dundee...
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Mar 2015, 23:17
Replies: 26
Views: 7,012
Posted By Sandy Wings

Courtney, as far as I am aware it's a 24 hr but...

Courtney, as far as I am aware it's a 24 hr but on call Div for Lossie. The UAS will continue to operate but might move to CXI site, I'm presuming a limited VAS might operate from the south site,...
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Mar 2015, 16:53
Replies: 26
Views: 7,012
Posted By Sandy Wings

Yes Ken that is correct, so a little flying but...

Yes Ken that is correct, so a little flying but nothing compared to last year :)
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Mar 2015, 15:43
Replies: 26
Views: 7,012
Posted By Sandy Wings

RAF Leuchars The End.

The end has come. Tomorrow will be the last day of RAF Leuchars, the Army are ready to move in. A sad day for one of the Airforces finest Fighter Stations. Will be raising a wee dram to all who...
Forum: Military Aviation
21st Jan 2015, 09:27
Replies: 39
Views: 14,755
Posted By Sandy Wings

Smile Try Former Old Gliding Instructors Extension Society' (FOGIES!)

Guys/ Girls try 'Former Old Gliding Instructors Extension Society' (FOGIES!)
Annual dinner and newsletter, great way to hear the war stories. Sec details to follow...Don Poole...
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Jul 2014, 20:53
Replies: 27
Views: 7,863
Posted By Sandy Wings

Sir Ian

Delighted for you and Sally well deserved indeed!!! Was lucky enough to be presented my wings by Ian.
Best wishes from SW and Mrs SW!!!
Forum: Military Aviation
16th Oct 2013, 11:26
Replies: 4
Views: 2,562
Posted By Sandy Wings

BK is currently flying the A340 out of LHR, will...

BK is currently flying the A340 out of LHR, will pass this gem on!!!
SW
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd Apr 2013, 18:55
Replies: 22
Views: 9,087
Posted By Sandy Wings

Smile Enjoy it!

Josh, just enjoy the whole experience, you'll never forget those early days of flying!! Lucky to have done my Flying Scholarship there many moons ago, a very good set up there.
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd Jan 2013, 20:19
Replies: 0
Views: 921
Posted By Sandy Wings

90 course BFT RAF Cranwell reunion Apr 13

Hi, trying to hold a 21st Anniversary reunion of the 1st Tucano course from Cranwell. Will be held at Linton on Sat 6 Apr 13, hosted by OC 72 Sqn. For the Moderator, I presume that I cannot name the...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Oct 2012, 09:31
Replies: 5
Views: 1,995
Posted By Sandy Wings

Well done Frawls happy flying....Fras:D

Well done Frawls happy flying....Fras:D
Forum: Military Aviation
15th Apr 2012, 13:17
Replies: 16
Views: 9,264
Posted By Sandy Wings

Wibble, a horrific tale of bravery and...

Wibble, a horrific tale of bravery and determination, well done! I hope that your handicap improves, regards Fras:D ps flying airliners is mind numbingly boring compared to F3 days, so stay on the...
Forum: Military Aviation
15th Mar 2011, 12:24
Replies: 135
Views: 41,190
Posted By Sandy Wings

The F3 took it's time to develop and this was for...

The F3 took it's time to develop and this was for many reasons, but as it retires, it is a capable AD platform. I will raise a glass to it and enjoy this well informed book by the guys at Squadron...
Forum: Military Aviation
8th Nov 2010, 19:50
Replies: 62
Views: 10,428
Posted By Sandy Wings

US of A

was in LA the other day, at the TSA desk wearing my poppy and the genius asked if it was a 'spy' camera!!!:D
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd Dec 2009, 10:43
Replies: 37
Views: 10,380
Posted By Sandy Wings

43 pic

http://i883.photobucket.com/albums/ac31/macfraser1/5162_99486641586_622841586_2586919_.jpg

two more to add to the RIP(jul 09):rolleyes:, if the Typhoon boys would help out?
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd Dec 2009, 09:47
Replies: 26
Views: 8,390
Posted By Sandy Wings

Why not get paid more?

5 Forward 6 back is correct.
I also believe that HM forces should be paid more generally for what they do (vice their MOD pen pushing collegues, all 65000 of them!)
So if they happen to be top...
Forum: Military Aviation
22nd Jul 2009, 22:07
Replies: 3
Views: 2,405
Posted By Sandy Wings

Fab pics Jonesy, you should send some copies to...

Fab pics Jonesy, you should send some copies to the guys on 111. They would appreciate it i'm sure. SW :D
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
30th Jun 2009, 21:37
Replies: 27
Views: 15,058
Posted By Sandy Wings

Sitigeltfel, I am sure that you are aware but...

Sitigeltfel, I am sure that you are aware but Lovat is still at 662 and still sending cadets solo! After some 40 odd years! :)
Forum: Military Aviation
20th Mar 2007, 14:04
Replies: 16
Views: 3,518
Posted By Sandy Wings

Beagle, Thanks for the info but Blakey can...

Beagle,

Thanks for the info but Blakey can see where the problem remains. I do not have an A2 on SEP ac. Despite being a civvy QFI 17 years ago, and with my experience on the Hawk/Tornado I am...
Forum: Military Aviation
20th Mar 2007, 09:07
Replies: 16
Views: 3,518
Posted By Sandy Wings

DD, I am in a similar position to you, left the...

DD,
I am in a similar position to you, left the Airforce last year, was an A2 on the Hawk and QFI on the Tornado, have 2500 hrs instructing (4500TT, 1000 light ac), now flying the Airbus longhaul....
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
19th Mar 2007, 22:06
Replies: 4
Views: 1,000
Posted By Sandy Wings

Thank you guys for your good info, Sandy Wings:)

Thank you guys for your good info, Sandy Wings:)
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
6th Mar 2007, 14:49
Replies: 4
Views: 1,000
Posted By Sandy Wings

Wink Instructor seminars

Hi, just left the Airforce as a A2 QFI on Hawk/Tornado. I understand that I need to complete a FI seminar before I can instruct on civilian light aircraft. I can only find AOPA and ONTRACK that do...
Forum: Military Aviation
8th Sep 2006, 07:26
Replies: 42
Views: 8,373
Posted By Sandy Wings

I understand that the Black jet actually flew in...

I understand that the Black jet actually flew in the Diamond 9 practice yesterday at Leuchars! Guess they must have been down to the last few jets for it to HAVE to fly? Shame cos it would have...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th Sep 2006, 20:58
Replies: 42
Views: 8,373
Posted By Sandy Wings

allan907, I am sure that you'll understand why I...

allan907, I am sure that you'll understand why I cannot name anyone on this forum but if you are in the Airforce and keep up to date with RAF News you'll see that there have been a couple of VSO...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th Sep 2006, 13:48
Replies: 42
Views: 8,373
Posted By Sandy Wings

WhiteOvies You are correct about the radome,...

WhiteOvies

You are correct about the radome, there were some issues about radar performance reference the paint!
As for permission from the VSO, his outer office were asked and apparently...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th Sep 2006, 07:47
Replies: 42
Views: 8,373
Posted By Sandy Wings

Will it be allowed on display if this officer...

Will it be allowed on display if this officer does not like it?

This was the point of my whole thread! The said VSO has decreed that it will NOT be at the Airday and will be re-painted grey...
Forum: Military Aviation
2nd Sep 2006, 18:58
Replies: 42
Views: 8,373
Posted By Sandy Wings

Talking Modtinbasher lets presume that the jet...

Modtinbasher

lets presume that the jet needed a fresh paint job? The only difference is that the paint shop had to find some black paint vice the air defence grey! The paint shop guys would surely...
Forum: Military Aviation
2nd Sep 2006, 17:14
Replies: 42
Views: 8,373
Posted By Sandy Wings

Angry Anniversary paint scheme

I understand that 43 squadron at Leuchars have been told by a very senior officer to return this jet to it's original shabby grey - after it was especially painted for the squadron's 90th...
Forum: Military Aviation
16th Mar 2006, 20:24
Replies: 12
Views: 2,184
Posted By Sandy Wings

Whilst instructing at Dundee (early 1990)I had...

Whilst instructing at Dundee (early 1990)I had fun teaching at least 3 F4 navs who were about to leave the RAF their PPLs. One inparticular has done rather well as he is now the Chief Pilot for one...
Forum: Military Aviation
14th Mar 2006, 21:03
Replies: 40
Views: 4,952
Posted By Sandy Wings

Cool You do have to ask why there are a few Typhoon...

You do have to ask why there are a few Typhoon guys leaving the Airforce? Some have not been persuaded to stay, which to me indicates a steady decline?
Had a good 16 years but off to fly big fun...
Forum: Military Aviation
14th Mar 2006, 20:54
Replies: 5
Views: 972
Posted By Sandy Wings

Cool Did my IR 5 years ago at Exeter; they were...

Did my IR 5 years ago at Exeter; they were "tuned" into the typical fast jet mates requirements. Which was good because time is money!
Completed the MCC at Leeds which was again just what you...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
19th Nov 2005, 12:11
Replies: 418
Views: 101,001
Posted By Sandy Wings

Thanks for that will check it out.

Thanks for that will check it out.
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
17th Nov 2005, 11:13
Replies: 418
Views: 101,001
Posted By Sandy Wings

Tech and maths notes for interview

Can anyone point me in the right direction reference tech and maths notes for an up coming airline interview? After 16 years in the Airforce I have dumped it all from my long term memory!
Forum: Military Aviation
6th Jan 2005, 20:25
Replies: 9
Views: 1,644
Posted By Sandy Wings

BEagle thanks for your good info, I have just...

BEagle thanks for your good info, I have just re-newed my Class 1 medical ( with the usual £xx donation to the med ctr xmas party fund! Why don't we get a "donation" for flying pax in our fast...
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