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Forum: Military Aviation
16th Dec 2011, 14:27
Replies: 83
Views: 25,539
Posted By helidriver

Nope, Wildcat AH1, first version. I think only...

Nope, Wildcat AH1, first version. I think only the Lynx has moved on in Mk numbers for the Army, with the Mk 7, Mk 9 and Mk 9A. Gazelle was AH 1, even after 30 odd years in service and the Apache...
Forum: Military Aviation
16th Dec 2011, 10:26
Replies: 83
Views: 25,539
Posted By helidriver

I believe the AH in all Army aircraft stands for...

I believe the AH in all Army aircraft stands for Army Helicopter.

h
Forum: Military Aviation
11th Dec 2011, 09:10
Replies: 33
Views: 6,528
Posted By helidriver

30 missions at 100' versus 100 at 30,000' - Well...

30 missions at 100' versus 100 at 30,000' - Well done you!
Forum: Military Aviation
10th Dec 2011, 08:46
Replies: 33
Views: 6,528
Posted By helidriver

CDS visited Ocean after attending the opening of...

CDS visited Ocean after attending the opening of the Muscat Opera House. The visit to Ocean was coincidental and only lasted an hour before CDS went onwards to the UK. The RN have a very efficient...
Forum: Military Aviation
24th Jul 2011, 00:04
Replies: 3
Views: 1,059
Posted By helidriver

Snoopy?

In the 21 years I've had associated with this sqn I don't remember the Snoopy link however, that does not mean there isn't a link. 669 used to have Wylie Coyote if that helps?

h
Forum: Military Aviation
18th May 2011, 07:14
Replies: 6
Views: 2,654
Posted By helidriver

Try: UK Airshow Review Is An Aviation...

Try:

UK Airshow Review Is An Aviation Resource For Aviation Enthusiasts (http://www.airshows.co.uk)

or

www.fightercontrol.co.uk

Someone there will help out especially in the modern...
Forum: Military Aviation
25th Mar 2011, 18:08
Replies: 17
Views: 6,354
Posted By helidriver

A big well done to Sqn Ldr Matt Roberts, very...

A big well done to Sqn Ldr Matt Roberts, very much deserved:ok:

Regards,

h
Forum: Military Aviation
24th Mar 2011, 22:14
Replies: 25
Views: 3,687
Posted By helidriver

mgd, I believe you have it spot on! :ok: ...

mgd,

I believe you have it spot on! :ok:

h
Forum: Military Aviation
29th Jan 2011, 07:39
Replies: 9
Views: 2,382
Posted By helidriver

Crumbs, 25 years ago! I remember watching it...

Crumbs, 25 years ago! I remember watching it live on TV as a spotty 16 yr old and calling my mum in from the kitchen. We both sat and watched the events following in disbelief. I still remember...
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd Jan 2011, 18:42
Replies: 20
Views: 6,837
Posted By helidriver

He's not Army Air Corp! He's Army Air Corps!! ...

He's not Army Air Corp! He's Army Air Corps!! Sorry to be pedantic however, you would not like the RAF referred to as Royal Air Farce or FAA as Feet Air Arm. :ok:

h
Forum: Military Aviation
24th Dec 2010, 14:13
Replies: 62
Views: 12,470
Posted By helidriver

milly- 9mm pistol stolly- Alvis Stalwart six...

milly- 9mm pistol
stolly- Alvis Stalwart six wheel drive utility vehicle
:ok:

h
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Dec 2010, 09:04
Replies: 3
Views: 856
Posted By helidriver

Online Training Resources

After reading this thread, I ventured to investigate and what an excellant resource this website / company has provided. This has to be one of the best online rotary websites around. I would be...
Forum: Military Aviation
20th Dec 2010, 10:28
Replies: 62
Views: 12,470
Posted By helidriver

"If it's firepower the army are after, why don't...

"If it's firepower the army are after, why don't they make better use of the stacks and stacks of air assets (including AH) armed with precision-guided weapons that orbit daily over Helmand?"
...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Dec 2010, 08:15
Replies: 89
Views: 32,236
Posted By helidriver

Fly West Gentlemen

Very sad to hear this news. I competed against Simon and Martin on many occasions in the British Helicopter Championships and was also in the British Team for the World Championship in Rouen in 2005...
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Oct 2010, 19:58
Replies: 246
Views: 120,725
Posted By helidriver

Funeral arrangements for AJ

If someone could PM me the funeral arrangements I would much appreciate it. Please do let me know if AJ's send off is going to be a private affair and I will honour him in my own way on the 14 Nov....
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Oct 2010, 21:31
Replies: 246
Views: 120,725
Posted By helidriver

Memories of AJ

I bought the remote jammer! I would wait while he surfed the tv channels and zapped it on when it got to to the channel we wanted to watch - great sport!! I can still see him bashing the remote...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Oct 2010, 20:34
Replies: 246
Views: 120,725
Posted By helidriver

RIP AJ

RIP AJ,
:sad:
h
Forum: Military Aviation
29th Aug 2010, 10:40
Replies: 42
Views: 12,722
Posted By helidriver

TorqueOfTheDevil The smart money is on...

TorqueOfTheDevil


The smart money is on Sloppy Link still having a job in six months time - He's an AH pilot!:ok:
Forum: Military Aviation
8th Aug 2010, 10:57
Replies: 24
Views: 11,080
Posted By helidriver

...also, you don't need any quals to be an AAC...

...also, you don't need any quals to be an AAC pilot becoming a Sgt pilot after serving due 'apprenticeship' in any other trade and fulfilling the basic requirements. These include being a L/Cpl...
Forum: Military Aviation
24th Jul 2010, 09:09
Replies: 86
Views: 38,126
Posted By helidriver

LOMCEVAK, It's always nice to get closure so...

LOMCEVAK,

It's always nice to get closure so many thanks for that. Just received my copy of Test Pilot in the post today and eagerly await viewing when Mrs h and h junior aren't about!:ok:

h
Forum: Military Aviation
22nd Jul 2010, 16:21
Replies: 86
Views: 38,126
Posted By helidriver

Test Pilots-Where are they now?

With regards to the Test Pilot series, where are they now, any ideas folks?

h
Forum: Military Aviation
22nd Jul 2010, 13:22
Replies: 86
Views: 38,126
Posted By helidriver

Granfer, Check out the link on Gweedo's...

Granfer,

Check out the link on Gweedo's first post, it will take you direct to the site which will allow you to purchase Fighter Pilot et al on DVD for £4.99 !!:ok:

Regards,

h
Forum: Military Aviation
22nd Jul 2010, 11:15
Replies: 86
Views: 38,126
Posted By helidriver

Cheers Gweedo

Gweedo,

Many thanks for posting this thread and link. Just ordered Test Pilot. Those aviation documentaries helped shape my desire to fly and I will probably end up buying the lot when Mrs h...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th Jul 2010, 14:06
Replies: 8
Views: 3,012
Posted By helidriver

The AAC perspective

If you are considering the AAC I would get in touch with the SO2 Pilot Selection at HQAAC via the Army careers office soonest. It is worth investigating which cockpits you are suitable for as there...
Forum: Military Aviation
25th Jun 2010, 01:04
Replies: 63
Views: 31,813
Posted By helidriver

Low Flier, Too funny, awesome matey! h

Low Flier,

Too funny, awesome matey!

h
Forum: Military Aviation
24th Jun 2010, 15:29
Replies: 63
Views: 31,813
Posted By helidriver

....or is it a SHIM.....?

....or is it a SHIM.....?
Forum: Military Aviation
15th Jun 2010, 21:57
Replies: 34
Views: 13,341
Posted By helidriver

Is it true that once a Puma has been modified...

Is it true that once a Puma has been modified with the proposed new engines and avionics upgrade it is significantly heaver and therefore has a similar if not less performance?

Does the Cougar...
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Jun 2010, 14:34
Replies: 34
Views: 10,966
Posted By helidriver

....and you, let the squadie bashing end! h

....and you, let the squadie bashing end!

h
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Jun 2010, 08:30
Replies: 34
Views: 10,966
Posted By helidriver

A sober response

BS,

Keith and Josh unfortunately didn't make the summit, however were only about about 100m from doing so, due to oxygen equipment malfunctions. So, very well done to them regardless.

GJ,
...
Forum: Military Aviation
10th Jun 2010, 21:51
Replies: 18
Views: 8,251
Posted By helidriver

RIP h and family

RIP

h and family
Forum: Military Aviation
10th Jun 2010, 01:28
Replies: 34
Views: 10,966
Posted By helidriver

OK, I'll bite, If Ian performed continiously...

OK, I'll bite,

If Ian performed continiously throughout his tour tour before and after this incident then fair play! As for sour grapes, I already have the recognition for my my tour thankyou! ...
Forum: Military Aviation
8th Jun 2010, 16:32
Replies: 34
Views: 10,966
Posted By helidriver

Receiving the highest bravery reward?

A similar incident happened to an AAC Lynx pilot in Baghdad. He didn't receive an award!
Forum: Military Aviation
27th May 2010, 11:20
Replies: 54
Views: 10,074
Posted By helidriver

I was always taught by my Grandad (RIP) (RN...

I was always taught by my Grandad (RIP) (RN during WW2) that the Union Jack could be flown upside down to indicate a ship in distress, i.e. taken over by pirates etc.

Is this a salty sea dog...
Forum: Military Aviation
22nd May 2010, 08:40
Replies: 16
Views: 1,912
Posted By helidriver

An education?

getsometimein,

I think the assumption here is that an individual is academically qualified for both Officer and Junior Rank service. If an individual does not have the required GCSE or A level...
Forum: Military Aviation
21st May 2010, 23:26
Replies: 16
Views: 1,912
Posted By helidriver

getsometimein, Well done, you have clarified...

getsometimein,

Well done, you have clarified the post made by sloppylink!

h
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