Simviation Forum - Air show memories

Oct 3^rd, 2004 at 6:00am

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I've been looking through my air show photos to cheer myself up on a rotten day.* Lots of photos & nice memories to go with them so I thought I would post a few to share them. First, one of my favourite spots on this planet. Old Warden on a perfect day to set the scene.

A couple from Duxford the same weekend.

These are from Biggin Hill 2 weeks ago.

Finally, the Old Warden Spitfire in a clear blue sky for Ozzy.

*PS. Hope it's better next week. One more show at Duxford before I have to find something else to photograph.

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Reply #1 - Oct 3^rd, 2004 at 6:49am

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I like that last one Doug, really nice Wink

Mark

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Reply #2 - Oct 3^rd, 2004 at 8:04am

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You really have set a new standard for airshow photos this year Hagar old pal and made me at least take a good look at some of my stuff and aim to get better results. Great shots and I'm sure some great memories.

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Reply #3 - Oct 3^rd, 2004 at 11:40am

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Lovely pictures Doug - tis a shame there is no Old Warden October show this year , but never mind, i'll pop off to Duxford instead. Shame to see the US reg on the B-25, I suppose it shan't be with us much longer.

Lets hope the rest are here to stay, and that the wing tips are taken off AR501 as soon as...

Charlie

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Reply #4 - Oct 3^rd, 2004 at 11:51am

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Thanks chaps. I might post more later. Groan, groan, I hear you mumble. Wink

It's no use complaining. You don't have to look at 'em. Tongue

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Lovely pictures Doug - tis a shame there is no Old Warden October show this year , but never mind, i'll pop off to Duxford instead. Shame to see the US reg on the B-25, I suppose it shan't be with us much longer.

Lets hope the rest are here to stay, and that the wing tips are taken off AR501 as soon as...

Charlie

Might see you there. I'll have to look out for a smart officer-type chappie wearing some bright shining new wings. Tongue

Well done old chap. I'm proud of you. Cheesy

It might not be authentic but I prefer it with those "proper" perfectly proportioned elliptical wingtips. You leave 'em alone. Shocked

At least it's got its proper propeller back. Try saying that 10 times quickly after a few pints.

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Reply #5 - Oct 3^rd, 2004 at 12:24pm

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Might see you there. I'll have to look out for a smart officer-type chappie wearing some bright shining new wings. Tongue

Well done old chap. I'm proud of you. Cheesy

Thanks! I'm not that smart all of the time! Its nice to have some time off work after 8 months training!

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It might not be authentic but I prefer it with those "proper" perfectly proportioned elliptical wingtips. You leave 'em alone. Shocked

So do I, but having brought up bottle fed on Old Warden since the age of -6 months, they look out of place on AR501, I just can't get used to 'em... It's a bit like the Red Arrows being painted Blue... ???

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At least it's got its proper propeller back. Try saying that 10 times quickly after a few pints.

I shall, if one is not on the floor already after 3 and a 1/2...

Charlie

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Reply #6 - Oct 3^rd, 2004 at 2:18pm