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Post by kiwirico on Jul 28, 2009 19:38:28 GMT 12
Yep, you are right OldNavy, it's RN 750 Sqdn based at Culdrose NAS.
Cheers,
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 28, 2009 3:37:27 GMT 12
Thanks Jon, I already found them...... nice collection of pics.
Cheers,
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 28, 2009 2:52:15 GMT 12
No problemo my friend, it's allright The War between those two nations is a political one, and we love to speak about aviation rather then politics...... I know that in 1987 one former RAN pilot (I do not recall his name) flew the Jetstream T.2 as instructor! I think he flew the S-2 Tracker in RAN service. Last month I saw the RAF Red Arrows flying here in Holland, two of the pilots were former A-4K pilots from RNZAF..... one of them is Simon Rea Ciau amigo, KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 27, 2009 19:43:40 GMT 12
Sounds like Al Curtiss was a 'soldier of fortune' (in a nice way). Any A4G pilots in the UK (on exchange with RN Harriers) would have been asked about Skyhawk stuff. Some may have transferred from RAN to RN some time afterwards; but none went to Falklands to my knowledge. That's interesting, but I think the most RAN (A-4G) pilots who went to RN should have been after 1982, when Australia decided to disband the RAN fixed wing squadrons, right? To my knowledge there were no "foreigner" pilots flying the Sea Harriers (or Harrier GR.3's)...... Short time after the 1982 War some rumours said that USMC pilots were offered, but Britain refused to have them, not sure if this is true Cheers, KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 27, 2009 5:36:34 GMT 12
Many thanks Peter, you have a exelent site! Great job, I am looking forward to see your futurework.....
Keep in touch, greetings.
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 26, 2009 20:10:41 GMT 12
Thanks Skyhawkdon, do you know the serials of KAHU involved in the 1990's deployement to Medan, Indonesia? Or perhaps one member of the 75Sqn (pilot/groundcrew) who was there?
Thanks,
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 26, 2009 6:24:38 GMT 12
Hi all there (specially Skyhawkdon),
I need some information about one interesting exercise with 75Sqn A-4's in Indonesia that took place somewere in late 1980's (or perhaps very early '90's?). The exersice was named "Elang Sebrang" and if my information is correct took place at TNI-AU airbase Iswahjudi (but not 100% sure).
Does any one know which aircraft are involved? Serials please!!! Also any information welcome like route flown and pictures would be great too ;D
Hope to get response,
all best wishes.
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 26, 2009 0:40:34 GMT 12
Goodmorning all,
I would like to know if there are any RNZAF sites/forum with Wartime pictures from RNZAF F4U/FG-1 Corsair and SBD Dauntless aircraft?
Many thanks,
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 25, 2009 20:55:40 GMT 12
Hello fellows,
Does any of you have recent pictures from the Macchi MB339's stored inside hangar at Ohakea AB?
Many thanks.
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 25, 2009 19:24:02 GMT 12
The tender I think requires the the aircraft to have glass cockpits & be twins as well. There will be no single engine aircraft or helo in the force other than a CT4 shortly. I suspect that it is highly likely that it will be 1900D's as in terms of cost they offer the most capablity for less cost than a B350 plus there is a good number alreadly in country. I have some doubt that the tender requires a twin engined aircraft (at least I have not read anything about that, that's why I thought aircraft like Raytheon T-6A also are candidates.....). However, I like the B.1900 very much, but would this aircraft not far to heavy as trainer aircraft The B.350 is much better suited for that role, although the B.1900D can also be used for small transport task as well. Still my idea would be a mixed fleet of Raytheon B.350/T-6 Texan II. But perhaps it's also a (personal) wish to see the RNZAF expanded ;D Will continue (pretty sure....) KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 25, 2009 19:19:22 GMT 12
Are those Macchis stored inside one hangar? Love to see them...... with some luch maybe one flying! Any idae which Spitfire Mk.IX that is?
Yep, those Bell 47G Sioux will be my highlight.... as they will be replaced very soon......
Thanks for answer,
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 25, 2009 19:15:51 GMT 12
The ex RNZAF A-4 pilot killed flying a Sea Harrier during the War was Al Curtis. He had left the RNZAF and joined the RN some time before 1982 so wasn't "on loan" from NZ as such. Besides that, it would not be wise to send pilots into War which is not yours, my opinion! As I have some Argie blood in myself (from my mothers side ) I can inform you that the same was offered to Argentina by Panama, who offered the Argentine military 100 special-forces members. Argentina refused to take the offer. However...... the Argentines still has beautiful Skyhawks ;D Cheers all, KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 24, 2009 19:56:44 GMT 12
In early December I will be for a short period in NZ to help a family member back to Holland, and will also visit Ohakea AB. I already received a warm confirmation by 3 Squadron to visit the unit and I would like to know which aircraft are preserved at the base? I know that at least one Vampire FB.5 (NZ5772) is preserved, and one Harvard IIA (probably NZ1009) is inside one hangar, but what else could be seen (preserved and Warbirds)? Is the "fake" TA-4K NZ6257 also preserved? many thanks for help, KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 24, 2009 19:52:12 GMT 12
Very nice to see those Huey birds active. I noted NZ3803 and 3808, does any one know the serials of the other two?
Many thanks,
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 24, 2009 8:38:20 GMT 12
Hello guys (again);
I need to know the former US Navy BuNo. of the TA-4J forward fuselage section (I don't know if the complete aircraft was delivered) purchased by RNZAF in 1984 and then used at Woodbourne base as a cockpit mock up for the Kahu proyect.
Thanks for any information,
goodnight.
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 24, 2009 7:50:21 GMT 12
Yep, you are very right about that my friend! Thanks for add the information. It's a pitty that I can not let you taste that sweer Caribbean Rum, but..... who know in future Cheers mate, KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 24, 2009 7:47:44 GMT 12
That's not to say never tho. Presently it is not on the current government's agenda, but who know's what the future holds. Remember the air force was formed from scratch once before. It'd take significant funds and years of build up to qualify a strike sqn as combat ready, but do-able. I have the same way of thinking like you do, who know's what future will bring, it looks like imposible but things can change.... even in NZ! Bye, KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 24, 2009 2:14:05 GMT 12
Yes Topped Gun is a good read and covers the politics of the decison to disband the ACF very well. The book I am assisting write will cover more of the day-to-day life on Squadron and "interesting" events involving the Skyhawks over the last 40 years. Politics will feature, but more to do with the decison to buy Skyhawks in the first place. The sale saga will also get a mention as this is new material since Topped Gun was published. So I guess it will start and end with politics! But the bit in the middle will be quite different to Topped Gun, with a lot more colour photos, many of which have never been seen before by the general public. That is the plan, but like all good plans it is subject to change! Thanks Skyhawkdon, if you need any help from me (Europe), let me know. I would like too much a historical account on the A-4 and specially the day by day operations of 75 Squadron..... Please ask for anything you need, okay..... Cheers, KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 24, 2009 2:02:04 GMT 12
Hello Kiwi's My name is Rico Angerman, living in Holland and a great aviation enthusiast since late 1981. I was born in Soesterberg, also to be the place with the oldest military airbase of The Netherlands was situated. I have a special interest in A-4 Skyhawk and New Zealand. Some members of my family live more then 50 years in New Zealand, mainly in Wellington and Glen Oroua, which is not to far from Ohakea. I have been once there when I was 15 years old (1986) and remember specially the Strikemasters (or "Blunty" as they are called in RNZAF) because of their sound. Since a few days I became a participant in this excellent forum, I like to much to meet you guys. I am a proud father of two childeren, a boy called CJ and girl aged 1 with the name Dayri. My wife is from exotic Dominican Republic and thanks to that I speak also Spanish. Well, it's a honour to have been here and hope to make many Kiwi friends..... All the best from sunny Holland , KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 23, 2009 20:09:44 GMT 12
Welcome to the forum KiwiRico. Don't forget that No. 14 Squadron also flew a handful of A-4K Skyhawks in the early 1970's. Yep, I found some sketchy information on that part, according to that information 14 Squadron flew 3 TA-4K and one A-4K for a short period. I don't know if those birds also received any 14 sqdn marks? Any from you? Cheers, KiwiRico
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