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Aug 14^th, 2004 at 3:04pm

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I finally hit the jackpot. Look what turned up. Grin

These shots deserve a thread to themselves. Probably the best photos I've ever taken. Specially for Mark, Roger, Kevin & all Spitfire lovers. Enjoy.

This is John Romain who owns that beautiful Spit & 2 others.

I met him later for a pint & a chat. It doesn't get any better than this. Cheesy

PS. Never trust weather forecasters. Roll Eyes

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Reply #1 - Aug 14^th, 2004 at 3:12pm

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Not so much woohoooo as woof woof 8)
Doug you are more jammy than the Robinsons Factory!

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Reply #2 - Aug 14^th, 2004 at 3:14pm

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Nice shots...why do you and OZZY love these planes so much...do you two fly them or do you two just like them?

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Reply #3 - Aug 14^th, 2004 at 3:25pm

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why do you and OZZY love these planes so much

Well err because its;
a)BEAUTIFUL
b)graceful
c)deadly
d)one of the most significant pieces of British aviation history, try reading up on the Battle of Britain, without this plane and the Hurricane we Brits would all be speaking German.
e)it sounds fabulous
f)I'm involved with building a full-size flying replica Grin

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Ps. Doug I've just thought of a perfect word to define your day...
ORGASMIC

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Reply #4 - Aug 14^th, 2004 at 4:09pm

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mmmm just like the an124 besides the britsh history thing. its deadly. just think if one fell on you.

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Reply #5 - Aug 14^th, 2004 at 4:13pm

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Nice shots...why do you and OZZY love these planes so much...do you two fly them or do you two just like them?

The Spitfire is something special. It's more than just an aircraft & part of our heritage. Also the most beautiful thing you ever did see. Cheesy

Most people in this country would instantly recognise one even if they're not particularly interested in aircraft. I wish I could have just one flight in it. Roll Eyes

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Ps. Doug I've just thought of a perfect word to define your day...

ORGASMIC

I reckon you got that about right. I would probably have jumped on my camera & called it a day if these shots hadn't come out. Roll Eyes

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Reply #6 - Aug 14^th, 2004 at 6:51pm

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..without this plane and the Hurricane we Brits would all be speaking German.

What's so bad about speaking German??
*Arrogant expression on face*
*Takes bavarian-style hat*
*Slams the door behind him*

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Reply #7 - Aug 14^th, 2004 at 6:53pm

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Reply #8 - Aug 14^th, 2004 at 7:03pm

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Wow! Can someone help me pick my jaw up off the floor? Wink

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Reply #9 - Aug 15^th, 2004 at 7:55am

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It just gets better. I don't know whats more drool inducing, seeing TD248 close up or chatting with the legend that is John Romain. I love this Spitfire and it's nice to see it back in its usual not-quite-authentic colour shceme.
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why do you love these planes so much

It's a very British thing I think. Everyone else will tell you that the Mustang is the greatest Warbird ever built, but us Brits love our little Spitfire Wink

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Reply #10 - Aug 15^th, 2004 at 8:12am

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What's so bad about speaking German??

Grin

Nothing at all. It's the leiderhosen I don't agree with. Wink

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Reply #11 - Aug 15^th, 2004 at 8:02pm

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Wow Hagar! Amazing!!! Beautiful!!!

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Reply #12 - Aug 15^th, 2004 at 10:12pm

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how many spitfires are left ?

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Reply #13 - Aug 16^th, 2004 at 4:37am

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how many spitfires are left ?

I think there are more Spitfires flying today than for many years, thanks to the dedicated efforts of aircraft restorers like John Romain.* This page will give you some idea. http://www.militaryairshows.co.uk/spitaw.htm
I don't know how current it is but it lists about 53 around the world. Tempest will give you the latest info.

*PS. I complimented John on his beautiful Spitfire (TD248 in my shots). His exact reply was "They're all beautiful". Wink

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Reply #14 - Aug 16^th, 2004 at 6:20am

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That list looks about right Hagar pal. Just add to it MkIX MK959 and Tr.9 161. That makes something like 55. Oh and Seafire FR 47 VP441. That makes 56 Grin

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