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Post by gibbo on Feb 7, 2017 21:32:04 GMT 12
A bit off topic maybe, but I did read a while ago that RNZAF might take an option to buy a few more NH.90's in next years? I forget the source, but like to know if that was based on facts... or fiction? Thanks. Rico (former KiwiRico) A couple of extra 'special forces' options for NZSAS would be good capability boost for sure! However as far as your question about more options goes... while I can't answer that, the fact that no such suggestion has been made in the white paper or capability plans would suggest it is very unlikely.
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Post by gibbo on Jan 14, 2017 14:15:53 GMT 12
Just getting back into the boards after a long absence. My question would be how good is a P8 at keeping tabs on trawlers (including making its presence felt), spotting yachts in trouble and dropping supplies, surveying storm-ravaged islands, etc. Not much call for spotting submarines on a daily basis, I wouldn't think. The P8 is quite capable of flying as low as 200 ft to as you say keeping tabs on trawlers. it will have to be low and slow to drop liferafts etc. As for surveying storm ravaged islands, a USN P8 did survey flights of the Kaikoura coastline during its stay here. Submarines. Pretty sure China are building more and more and they'll be everywhere. It was a USN P3C here for RNZN 75th & undertaking Kaikoura reconn... nz.usembassy.gov/u-s-navy-p-3c-orion-provides-assistance-new-zealand-earthquake/
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Post by gibbo on Jul 1, 2016 16:40:16 GMT 12
Bit of a read, all those documents. Seems Jerry was very keen to push for some white tails but got kicked back by cabinets delays. Still think there is a case for the single one and when the mid point review comes around and it's still there, there might be the chance but I think there decision to wait till then, they are waiting to see how the A400 matures. It might take longer than that but hopefully they can sort some of their problems out. If so, then some A400's with C295w's could be a good deal given by Airbus, although I would prefer the C27 as a more robust military design and also gives us commonality with our neighbours. As for maritime, with the RAF getting the P8, RAAF, USA, and most probably Canada, how much of a decision is the 5 EYES agreement regarding purchasing the same. I think the outcome of that document doesn't show that they left it too late to acquire 2x airframes, where it shows a mixed fleet of 1x commercial aircraft to complement the C17, not an ideal situation. Whilst not shown in the cabinet documents they would have secured internal RNZAF detailing the logistical nightmare of only having the one aircraft. Ausgov original order was 4x C17, only reason we started getting more was that the aircraft were working harder than expected and one of the aircraft was to go back to the US for deep heavy maintenance hence the need for more aircraft as it won't effect tasking capabilty. It's for this reason I think they are hedging their bets as to the eventual outcome of A400M. A A400M & C295 would be a good outcome for NZ as long as they get them in meaning full numbers. But if that deal falls thru I would welcome a 1-1- replacement with C130J 6x C27J tactical and 2x used Boeing 747 for strategic lift for hub and spock operations. There is no doubt in my mind that the P3 will be replace by P8, doing a deal with Boeing for an extra 737 to be used as VIP transport. An alternative is the Boeing 767 or in USAF parlance KC-46 Pegasus, it could role as VIP, troop and strat lift intergrate witin RAAF air tankrer fleet if need, but this is at the expence of not being able to lift NZLAV where as the 747 can Thing is in the DWP supporting docs they've already stated a 'like for like' replacement with air transport 'at current levels' so suggests smaller airlifters won't be looked at. Nor can I discern any explicit talk of purchasing a heavy airlift capability but they have suggested reviewing that requirement in a 2018 mid-point review, so maybe at that point a couple of A400M might be considered, but I doubt a C295 will be - purely given the wording of the docs! I suspect we'll see C130J in tactical role, with it's the proven ability to step up to light-end strategic transport as required. Mind you once the Navy's MSC comes on tap it'll probably get the nod as our prime heavy-lift for Antartic JLP taskings.
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Post by gibbo on Jun 23, 2016 23:26:47 GMT 12
not mentioned in the report, but now that C17 has most likely been eliminated( even mooted USAF seconds) would like to see the following for NZ lift capability ordered to bolster existing capability and also new capability 4x NH-90 4X CH-47F (with refueling probe) 5x C130J-30s 3x KC-130J plus(2x Hercules Airborne Weapons Kit) 3x A330 Combi Get the impression after all the supposed studies ra-ra that they'll just replace like for like!?! I think your list above would be well off the mark based on those docs released. No mention of smaller transports!?! Typically vague, noncommittal NZ DWP!
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Post by gibbo on Jun 23, 2016 23:24:32 GMT 12
Find it all a bit cumbersome to follow - how do others interpret this?... all 4 IPV's to be retired - RNZN down to 8 vessels? sheesh! Endeavour replacement unavailable for periods of time whilst doing Antarctic re-supply - how long would a return trip take?
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Post by gibbo on Mar 30, 2016 7:37:08 GMT 12
C 17 second hand maybe, because no white tail still available... Military procurement in NZ is problematic just like in italy Still qty 1 white tail unsold, sitting at San Antonio, along with the last 4 Qatar ones, which maybe gone by now, not sure. looking at google maps, it looks like a C17 repair depot or base as saw plenty of big hangars and C17's about including a RAAF one. As for C130J, cannot see it as too big for small taskings and too small for strategic airlift. We have bigger kit to move around now, and will most probably have in the future too. A400. yes, a very big possibility, why, will lift our big kit, has strategic capabilities, plus tactical when needed. The sale of Safe Air to the Airbus subsidery would give the clue that Airbus would be ready to aid with maintenance and supply. C17, my favourite when rumours started a year ago, but thinking possibly too big now, and if we got some , they would have to be 2 from USAF current stock as not recommended operating say the 1 white tail frame and an older one from their stock. C27, a proven design and good size for domestic tactical work, but maybe cost will prevent purchase C295, If the A400 is purchased, then a deal will be done to acquire these with them. latest wingletted version. pretty sure will get one more pallet into them than the C27. plus I would think if this acquired, then they would be pushing for a few to be purchased for close in maritime. V22, another option for light tactical work. would keep u friendly with USA but again cost may be prohibitive. I reckon they would be cool for us as it would also be 1 over the aussies. CH53k or chinook. both proven airframes , now modernised, higher operating costs ?? Hopefully all will be revealed next month with White Paper
Will the DWP reveal much about the transport fleet replacement though - do we know of the review was a direct input into the DWP?
Whilst I am far from having any inside knowledge I expect rather than the Aus DWP which read like a shopping list, the NZ DWP will be far less specific. It may well spel out what the transport fleet will look like in general terms but I doubt it will be a list of types & airframe numbers. More than happy to be proved wrong....
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Post by gibbo on Mar 27, 2016 15:38:07 GMT 12
Self doubt creeping on now but I'm positive it was a C27 Spartan! I had a good long look at it from (literally) directly below so only saw the belly profile and from behind as it moved away & toward Whenuapai. It was plenty low & I had ample time to try to determine of it was a CN235 or a C27 and it clearly appeared to be the latter. Is anyone out there able to confirm I saw what I thought I saw? The CN235 headed to Wanaka was the obvious answer but this did not look like one, albeit without any side view. Or was it just wishdul thinking on my part!?!
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Post by gibbo on Mar 25, 2016 20:42:33 GMT 12
Some are expecting the C-130 to be around in various versions for the next 70 years, mind you someone will still have a DC-3/C-47 as well. For a light transport how about something from home, a military PAC 750, although it might have to come from China. I think we have to keep the 5 C-130 aircraft, who would buy 5 50 year old machines. Just next up date, change the engines, the guys at Woodbourne reckoned it would have been cheaper than the overhaul of the old engines and props if it was done at the rebuild. isc No-one has mentioned the C27 I saw approaching Whenuapai about 1.30pm yesterday (Thurs)!!! I guess it'll be a RAAF example - here on training - or perhaps partly also a sales trip!?! No doubt it was given the once-over by 40 sqn personnel.
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Post by gibbo on Nov 9, 2015 18:33:52 GMT 12
A quick Google on that number brings up a couple of results also. www.8squadron.co.uk/200sqnseacrev2a.pdfPryce.............................Pages 32, 43, 60, 71, 72, 76, 82, 90, 91, 111, 121 Both refer to the same PDF document. Transcripts - 8 Squadron www.8squadron.co.uk/200sqnseacrev2a.pdfP/O. L. C. R. Pryce NZ422088 GD. RNZAF promoted to rank of F/O effective. 28.11.43. Convoy Escort. 272307Z. Liberator S/200 Capt. F/O. Banner airborne to ... 200 - Yumpu www.yumpu.com/en/document/view/45207296/200...raf.../93J27449 F/O. P. S. 16.26N,Turner (Nav)83.00E.NZ422088 F/O. L. C. L. 16.31N,Price82.55E.Can.J20670 F/O. R. 17.40N,Tremblay83.40E.Can.R96738 W/O. C. ... There is a second PDF file but for 8 Squadron and is a little later. He doesn't seem to feature there. www.rquirk.com/8files/No8SEACrev2.pdf Cool thanks,...Gibbo
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Post by gibbo on Nov 6, 2015 19:42:26 GMT 12
Hi, Someone on here seems to have access to service details for RNZAF airmen, just wondering if it's possible to glean any information about my Mothers cousin - Llewelyn Pryce? I'm told he flew (captained) Liberators in the Far East - possibly out of India. That would no doubt suggest he flew with a RAF unit rather than RNZAF. He was definitely a NZer. Anyone able to offer up any details? Was hoping to be able to pass on info to his children. ...Gibbo Llewellyn Charles Livingston Pryce's RNZAF service number was NZ422088. With this information to hand you can request a free copy of the service record from Personnel Records, New Zealand Defence Force, though I understand that there is a long processing backlog at present. See here for details: www.nzdf.mil.nz/personnel-records/nzdf-archives/Errol Awesome, thanks Errol - I'll pass that on!
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Post by gibbo on Nov 6, 2015 17:00:15 GMT 12
Hi,
Someone on here seems to have access to service details for RNZAF airmen, just wondering if it's possible to glean any information about my Mothers cousin - Llewelyn Pryce? I'm told he flew (captained) Liberators in the Far East - possibly out of India. That would no doubt suggest he flew with a RAF unit rather than RNZAF. He was definitely a NZer.
Anyone able to offer up any details? Was hoping to be able to pass on info to his children.
...Gibbo
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Post by gibbo on Nov 6, 2015 16:57:46 GMT 12
Hi,
Someone on here seems to have access to service details for RNZAF airmen, just wondering if it's possible to glean any information about my Mothers cousin - Llewelyn Pryce? I'm told he flew (captained) Liberators in the Far East - possibly out of India. That would no doubt suggest he flew with a RAF unit rather than RNZAF. He was definitely a NZer.
Anyone able to offer up any details? Was hoping to be able to pass on info to his children.
<ooops, please delete... should be in WW2 folder>
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Post by gibbo on Oct 25, 2015 9:47:27 GMT 12
How about today's game. Wow! Nerve wracking!! Not good for the nerves! I know it's always easy to blame the ref but gees....what about Kaino's yellow card - really!?! Then at one point the ref was more concerned about his socks than watching the play, oh yeah then the bit bout how if we infringed it was a penalty but if SA did the same he played advantage! Kieran Reid, nice lineout take but boy you need to learn quicker if the ref is calling penalties so eagerly...you cost us about 9 points!
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Post by gibbo on Oct 1, 2015 20:17:43 GMT 12
Personally I also loved that Dauntless display and hope they put it back as it was in a few years when the new building can be used. If they do decide to restore it I imagine it would be not much different to the P-40 which was in a similar state. Totally agree the SBD should go back on display, and preferably as it is. The day I saw it I must've spent as much time looking around that one display as I did on the rest of the collection ...it was a truly fascinating display, quite unlike anything I've seen before! Tells a story all of it's own! In fact I've been quite disappointed not to see it on the 2 visits I've made to the museum since then. I happen to work with one of the guys who helped recover it, interesting hearing how that was all done.
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Post by gibbo on Jul 29, 2015 18:12:39 GMT 12
I did a behind the scenes tour 2-3 years ago & had a look at this project, it certainly is an incredibly high-quality job! Me & the wee-fella were the only ones on the tour & got a good long look at stuff at a leisurely pace so there were lots of questions answered! One question I asked was when does it have to go back to Canada - his reply was (quote) this will never go back (unquote)... which is what I'd like to think, but might be wishful thinking.
My question is, there must be a generally accepted protocol between museums in cases like this, where the party loaning the object does effectively the full restoration, also providing some of its own sourced parts. Would it be generally accepted that in this scenario the Canadian museum will ultimately 'gift' it to the RNZAF museum?
I appreciate it's a 'crystal ball' question & that a protocol isn't enforceable but 20-odd years on display still seems a short gain for the huge effort that has gone into it.
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Post by gibbo on Jun 20, 2015 12:41:12 GMT 12
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Post by gibbo on Jun 19, 2015 18:00:22 GMT 12
Form are air force source. This thread has often boggled my mind, but could you please translate? Now look firstly no disrepect to any service members etc, but merely an observation encountered a few times over the years I've attended airshows or Navy open days. I might only be a civvy but there's been occasions when chatting to some of those 'sources' at public displays that I have found them to be quite uninformed & in a couple cases I even corrected their view of a specific type, or project. My point being, as others are interested in, just how well informed was that 'airforce source' Vulcan29?
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Post by gibbo on Jun 18, 2015 20:14:13 GMT 12
Don,t write off are RNZAF purchase yet. 279 Produced - USA 223 - Australia 8 - Canada 5 - India 10 - Kuwait 2 - Qatar 8 - Nato 3 - UAE 8 - UK 8 - Crashed 1 Total 276 - 3 I was told it was a done deal we a getting them to supplement the C-130h not replace them. Interesting, you were told by who that it was a done deal... what's your source?
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Post by gibbo on May 1, 2015 22:05:06 GMT 12
somebody has already probably mentioned it, but the white leading edge of the vertical stabiliser Thought it was polished metal!?! Wonder when we'll get to see some vids of these flying about...
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Post by gibbo on May 1, 2015 22:03:12 GMT 12
To late for three I suspect. Um, getting perilously close to be too late to get 2 I suspect! Time for someone in Wgtn to quickly grow some nuts & take the plunge!
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