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Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
12th Dec 2007, 21:45
Replies: 24
Views: 2,632
Posted By Kermit 180

Lightbulb This is the best opportunity for a new C-Cat this...

This is the best opportunity for a new C-Cat this side of the black stump. I first attended this course in 1999 with 9 hours instructing up, and have returned every year since and will do so again...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
23rd Oct 2007, 09:09
Replies: 7
Views: 1,317
Posted By Kermit 180

May be worth posting something here, there are a...

May be worth posting something here, there are a lot of collectors of NZ aviation nostalgia etc on this forum.

http://www.rnzaf.proboards43.com/index.cgi
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
12th Oct 2007, 07:25
Replies: 3
Views: 1,199
Posted By Kermit 180

Wink Brendon Deere and the restoration of PV270

Brendon Deere's Spitfire restoration is that of MkIX PV270. I believe Brendon Deere is Al Deere's nephew.

See here for a link to his website on the restoration project: ...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
30th Sep 2007, 01:40
Replies: 3
Views: 1,199
Posted By Kermit 180

Thumbs up Spitfire Mk V flies in NZ

See this forum for the details and pictures:

http://www.rnzaf.proboards43.com/index.cgi?board=Airshows&action=display&thread=1191053077&page=1
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
27th Feb 2007, 20:28
Replies: 33
Views: 5,708
Posted By Kermit 180

I suppose they were more concerned about aircraft...

I suppose they were more concerned about aircraft failing in flight rather than being flown into things on purpose in 1935... :rolleyes:
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
5th Dec 2006, 21:26
Replies: 48
Views: 17,644
Posted By Kermit 180

Arrow P&W or Bristols?

I notice that Sandringham has P&W logos on the engine cowls. I would have thought the engines would be Bristols? :confused:
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
25th Sep 2006, 03:37
Replies: 20
Views: 3,430
Posted By Kermit 180

Wink A few will spoil it for everyone. It's not...

A few will spoil it for everyone. It's not healthy, in my opinion, to judge a whole airfield or establishment based on the actions of one or two 'idiots'. Most of the experienced pilots and...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
15th Aug 2006, 09:08
Replies: 17
Views: 5,212
Posted By Kermit 180

Its an amazing photograph and still captivates me...

Its an amazing photograph and still captivates me everytime i see it. Thankfully that 'muppet' was johnny on the spot! :eek:
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
19th Jul 2006, 22:36
Replies: 54
Views: 9,182
Posted By Kermit 180

Thumbs up Good stuff Wombat! This is probably the most...

Good stuff Wombat! This is probably the most positive response ive ever seen on this site to a request from a genuine young aspiring aviator. Wannabe, youre in great hands with Wombat, hope you enjoy...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
17th Apr 2006, 21:51
Replies: 2
Views: 1,068
Posted By Kermit 180

Arrow Weird place. Noticed a Hawk there too, XX339 ...

Weird place. Noticed a Hawk there too, XX339

http://www.airliners.net/open.file/0823013/M/

Kerms
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
17th Apr 2006, 21:36
Replies: 23
Views: 3,217
Posted By Kermit 180

Lightbulb Air Discovery Website

http://www.airdiscovery.co.nz/Default.asp
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
14th Apr 2006, 22:23
Replies: 15
Views: 3,876
Posted By Kermit 180

Found a whole lot of other aviation films on that...

Found a whole lot of other aviation films on that site and wasted a half day watching them! That painting is brilliant Tiger!
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
14th Apr 2006, 22:18
Replies: 37
Views: 8,397
Posted By Kermit 180

These are all great photos, thanks for sharing...

These are all great photos, thanks for sharing them! The photo of the three officers, note that the one on the right has a lighter shaded uniform. The other two could be Australians, as their...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
1st Mar 2006, 05:59
Replies: 63
Views: 9,236
Posted By Kermit 180

http://www.aviationexplorer.com/707_roll_video.htm...

http://www.aviationexplorer.com/707_roll_video.htm

Kerms :)
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
1st Mar 2006, 05:41
Replies: 1
Views: 975
Posted By Kermit 180

First aerial bombardment from an aircraft?

Re the world's first aerial bombardmentfrom an aeroplane:http://www.ntu.edu.sg/mae/admin/divisions/aerospace/fame_1911.htm

This milestone occurred during the Italian-Turkish War in North Africa....
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
21st Jan 2006, 20:58
Replies: 7
Views: 975
Posted By Kermit 180

Wink Anson

I have a similar solid model of that sort of era, it looks like an Avro Anson, of which there were once many in New Zealand. Also have a pewter Spitfire prototype which I bough ton holidays in the UK...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
4th Jul 2005, 22:43
Replies: 43
Views: 9,609
Posted By Kermit 180

Everyone's okay, and thats what matters most. ...

Everyone's okay, and thats what matters most.

Kerms :zzz:
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
4th Oct 2004, 20:01
Replies: 1
Views: 811
Posted By Kermit 180

Suppose it's too late to apply then, could sure...

Suppose it's too late to apply then, could sure do with the money!


Kerms ;)
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
4th Oct 2004, 07:41
Replies: 13
Views: 1,383
Posted By Kermit 180

The engine!

You have to take into account the weight at which the aircraft is being operated.

If the aeroplane is stressed to take 6'G', for example at a MAUW of 2000lbs, then the wings are designed to take...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
8th Sep 2004, 03:24
Replies: 16
Views: 5,297
Posted By Kermit 180

Shark mouth

I've seen colour pictures of Ju87 Stukas during the very early part of the Polish campaign (so the photo caption said) wearing shark mouth designs on their grotesque radiators. They were (i think)...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
5th Sep 2004, 22:07
Replies: 1
Views: 735
Posted By Kermit 180

That was very interesting, its often just as...

That was very interesting, its often just as nostalgic to see wrecks like that where they fell than it is to see the restored aircraft in museums and flying collections.

Kerms
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
5th Sep 2004, 22:03
Replies: 11
Views: 1,689
Posted By Kermit 180

I suppose you could include the extraction of...

I suppose you could include the extraction of Mussolini by Storch as a covert operation. Not sure if it was a Luftwaffe operation though. Otto Skorzeny I believe was the German commanding that.
...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
16th Dec 2003, 14:37
Replies: 15
Views: 1,780
Posted By Kermit 180

Great photos and a great looking day down yonder...

Great photos and a great looking day down yonder too!

Kerms
Forum: Private Flying
16th Dec 2003, 14:13
Replies: 19
Views: 1,938
Posted By Kermit 180

Red face Mean spirited beauracrats, not that uncommon in...

Mean spirited beauracrats, not that uncommon in NZ now days. The pratts are everywhere. Its a popular thing to do at the moment due to some sea-going adventurers being rescued at quite some expense...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
19th Nov 2003, 14:30
Replies: 19
Views: 1,560
Posted By Kermit 180

Stable approach, correct speed, correct flap...

Stable approach, correct speed, correct flap setting (usually full flap!), aircraft trimmed. If not, go around. Simple. You can go around at any stage, terrain and obstacles permitting. On landing...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
19th Nov 2003, 14:02
Replies: 70
Views: 24,325
Posted By Kermit 180

Reminds me of the story about a young pilot doing...

Reminds me of the story about a young pilot doing an IFR renewal. Looking through the candidate's logbook, the testing officer asked about one particular aircraft.
"Oh yes, I've flown that many...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
18th Nov 2003, 16:52
Replies: 6
Views: 1,001
Posted By Kermit 180

Well said ChrisVJ... a revival of interest in...

Well said ChrisVJ... a revival of interest in true heroes.


Kerms
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
12th Nov 2003, 16:01
Replies: 3
Views: 857
Posted By Kermit 180

Lightbulb Spiftire vs Bf109

You might like to try and contact the New Zealand Fighter Pilots Museum (NZFPM) based in Wanaka. They have had a Bf109 and Bf108 visit their Warbirds over Wanaka Airshows in previous years, and from...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
12th Nov 2003, 15:42
Replies: 3
Views: 1,075
Posted By Kermit 180

Concorde Pieces for sale

Concorde Spares Auction (http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_837488.html)

Kerms
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
23rd Oct 2003, 16:42
Replies: 7
Views: 3,100
Posted By Kermit 180

Having worked with Anthony and closely known...

Having worked with Anthony and closely known Dean, Mike and Nola, this week has been extremely hard on everyone at Auckland Aero Club. Your condolances are all comforting at this difficult time, and...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
15th Oct 2003, 18:23
Replies: 4
Views: 2,641
Posted By Kermit 180

Hey Sqwarkster, which manual you looking for?...

Hey Sqwarkster, which manual you looking for? Mebe I can get me greasy mits on one... :E

Kerms
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
15th Oct 2003, 18:01
Replies: 1
Views: 532
Posted By Kermit 180

Lightbulb Hi Dunsky. You might like to try and contact...

Hi Dunsky. You might like to try and contact Pioneer Restorations NZ. The may know the contact details for a Kittyhawk Association (I couldn't find a link but try emailing them for information).

...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
15th Oct 2003, 17:31
Replies: 59
Views: 9,106
Posted By Kermit 180

Wink What a cool job...

Wondered why my hair was falling out.... :ooh:

Kerms
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
16th Sep 2003, 16:07
Replies: 4
Views: 927
Posted By Kermit 180

Hmmm

Heard there was an important staff meeting today at Massey PM. Maybe it was to discuss this topic?

Kerms
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
16th Sep 2003, 16:01
Replies: 22
Views: 3,527
Posted By Kermit 180

Well, as you can see, I am still me! Just havent...

Well, as you can see, I am still me! Just havent had much time lately on the net, been seeking that elusive fourth hubcap, thats all. :E

Kerms :ok:
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