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Post by pjw4118 on Feb 5, 2011 12:13:42 GMT 12
Here's a notice received today which may be of interest. I will certainly be there to watch the 30 minute display by two spitfires and a P51  |
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Post by pjw4118 on Feb 6, 2011 17:16:17 GMT 12
I did a bit of a recce today and Kowhai Rd offers a close view of the threshold while Punga Rd is the closest to the hangars. Brigham Creek Rd is on the other side of the airfield and is probably best for the display. Be warned , the locals arrive early !
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Post by fwx on Feb 23, 2011 15:18:03 GMT 12
Whoa; Spitfire just flew over Devonport, heading in the direction of Whenuapai? Only caught a glimpse but looked like AL??
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Post by fwx on Feb 23, 2011 16:56:15 GMT 12
Whichever one it was, it went back in the other direction an hour or so later ...
Don't suppose it matters, just so nice to hear that magic sound overhead, and reminds me to make some time on the weekend to slip across to Whenuapai.
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Post by lesterpk on Feb 23, 2011 17:58:51 GMT 12
Nope it was Dougs 2 seater, and the display practice looked pretty good from just in front of 40Sqn hangar. And it sounded even better.
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Post by pjw4118 on Feb 24, 2011 9:47:27 GMT 12
After its 10 minute routine the spitfire came over the kids touch rugby field. A few balls were dropped. See you there on Saturday  |
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Post by lesterpk on Feb 24, 2011 16:21:31 GMT 12
Display of 2x SPitfire and a P51 planned for around 1500 Sat. They fly in earlier in the day and plan to leave Sunday.
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Post by McFly on Feb 24, 2011 18:37:24 GMT 12
Spitfire mounted up at the 485 Wing HQ as part of the static displays for this weekends 485 (NZ) Sqn reunion.   Sqn Ldr Doug Brown's WW2 flying kit on display at the Wing HQ.  |
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Post by oggie2620 on Feb 25, 2011 6:55:49 GMT 12
OK guys I expect lots of photos since I am on the other side of the world grinding my teeth in envy!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 26, 2011 9:24:15 GMT 12
Was hoping to get to this but working unfortunately.... looking forward to the photos
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Post by Peter Lewis on Feb 26, 2011 17:14:24 GMT 12
Brendon Deere's Spitfire Mk.IX arrived about 10.40am, and parked beside the tower  The Mustang flew in just before midday   Last to arrive was the Spitfire Mk IX which carried out a brief routine before landing just after midday. Seen on long final for 03, above the runway renovation works   All three lined up ready for the afternoon  |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Feb 26, 2011 17:47:50 GMT 12
I had a fantastic day today as a guest at the No. 485 (NZ) Squadron reunion. Thanks to Marty and the No. 485 (NZ) Squadron association for such a wonderful afternoon. Seeing the two Spitfires together, and the Mustang as well, was really special. It was good to catch up with several forumites, Marty, Nick McIndoe, Brendon Deere, etc. It was good to catch up wih several veterans too, Owen Hardy, Ken Lee, Harvey Sweetman, Max Collett and Doug Brown who I met for the first time. It was great to meet Hamish Brown, Doug's son too. I have been reading the book by Doug and Hamish, "Wine, Women and Song". It's awesome, a review will follow soon when I get the bookfinished.
The displays by Graham Bethell, Sean Perritt and Doug Brooker were brilliant. This is the first time I have ever seen two Spitfires in the air together, and it was such a treat. It was a historic occasion too in that both were together in one place at the same time for the first time. The sound of three Merlins together in formation is simply heaven.
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Post by Kereru on Feb 26, 2011 18:59:15 GMT 12
Great pics Peter! I saw the Mustang and Spitfire take off from Ardmore as we were having brunch. I was treating Heather as promised so no camera allowed. It was great too but my shutter finger got itchy as the Mustang and Spit passed by. :-)
Was it open to the Public or just a private event?
Colin
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Post by Dave Homewood on Feb 26, 2011 19:41:11 GMT 12
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Post by Dave Homewood on Feb 26, 2011 19:55:04 GMT 12
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Post by fwx on Feb 27, 2011 13:11:41 GMT 12
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Post by johnnyfalcon on Feb 27, 2011 14:21:08 GMT 12
Brilliant pics! Cheers :-)
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Post by obiwan27 on Feb 27, 2011 14:52:49 GMT 12
Fantastic pics, hope these guys are displaying at Omaka.
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Post by baz62 on Feb 27, 2011 14:57:10 GMT 12
Love the shot of the two seat MK IX going vertical. Thanks for sharing guys.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Feb 27, 2011 16:14:01 GMT 12
Great photos!!
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