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Post by Ykato on Feb 9, 2013 11:23:45 GMT 12
RAF Lossiemouth display teams grounded ALL air display flights by one of the RAF’s demonstration teams this year have been cancelled by the Ministry of Defence. The Tornado GR4 Demonstration Team, based at RAF Lossiemouth in Moray, has been a major hit at air displays around Britain for years. But in a brief statement posted on RAF Lossiemouth’s website, the team announced: “A decision has been made to cancel the Tornado Role Demonstration participation in the 2013 air show circuit season.†It was unclear last night whether the decision was a result of MoD budget cuts or connected with the fatal crash last July involving two Tornados based at the Moray air base. Flight Lieutenant Adam Sanders, Squadron Leader Samuel Bailey and Flight Lieutenant Hywel Poole were killed when the two aircraft collided over the Moray Firth. An investigation is unlikely to be completed until this summer. An RAF spokesman said: “We can confirm the Tornado GR4 Demonstration Team will not be operating this year. This decision has been taken following a review of operational priorities. No decision has been made about the 2014 season.†Angus Robertson, SNP MP for Moray, said: “I will be writing to the MoD for a full explanation and pressing for the display team to resume as soon as possible.†www.scotsman.com/news/scottish-news/top-stories/raf-lossiemouth-display-teams-grounded-1-2776650
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Post by Ykato on Feb 9, 2013 10:12:23 GMT 12
Is that F16 second from left from South Korea? Japan Mitsubishi F-2A
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Post by Ykato on Feb 9, 2013 10:10:43 GMT 12
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Post by Ykato on Feb 9, 2013 9:26:28 GMT 12
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Post by Ykato on Feb 9, 2013 0:53:50 GMT 12
South Korean observers join Cope North for first time U.S. Pacific Air Forces commander Gen. Herbert Carlisle said Monday the South Koreans are observing the humanitarian assistance and disaster response portion of Cope North. They could become full participants in years to come, and other nations — such as New Zealand and the Philippines — could be added, he said. www.stripes.com/news/pacific/south-korean-observers-join-cope-north-for-first-time-1.206540
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Post by Ykato on Feb 8, 2013 23:55:45 GMT 12
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Feb 8, 2013 23:26:48 GMT 12
Post by Ykato on Feb 8, 2013 23:26:48 GMT 12
Taken from Home
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Post by Ykato on Feb 8, 2013 23:13:08 GMT 12
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Post by Ykato on Feb 8, 2013 16:19:01 GMT 12
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Post by Ykato on Feb 8, 2013 16:14:33 GMT 12
Jets roar as US, Japan, and Australia drill in Pacific ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam (AP)-Fighter jets from the United States and key allies Japan and Australia are taking to the skies over the western Pacific in the combat phase of annual Cope North military exercises. The drills-taking place around the U.S. territory of Guam-have gained importance in recent years as countries in the region respond to the rise of China and other potential threats. They are aimed at preparing air forces of the U.S., Japan and Australia to fight together in a military crisis. They also remind Beijing that America's regional alliances are strong, though officers leading the maneuvers say they are not looking to bait the Chinese military. U.S. officials say they believe more allies, particularly New Zealand and the Philippines, will join the exercises soon. www.saipantribune.com/newsstory.aspx?newsID=125157&cat=1
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Post by Ykato on Feb 8, 2013 16:10:07 GMT 12
Great Pics Dave v
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Post by Ykato on Feb 8, 2013 16:00:17 GMT 12
Rescue chopper 'not a taxi service' An experienced Nelson tramper activated a personal locator beacon because he was running late and wanted a ride to his car. The 67-year-old was tramping in the headwaters of the Otoko River area when he activated the beacon about 4.30pm yesterday. www.stuff.co.nz/national/8280005/Rescue-chopper-not-a-taxi-service
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Post by Ykato on Feb 7, 2013 18:29:54 GMT 12
Zk-EGW 7-2-13
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Post by Ykato on Feb 7, 2013 17:19:59 GMT 12
That is a fricking cool shot Ykato! Dave 7-2-13 Checkers Land 6-2-13
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Post by Ykato on Feb 7, 2013 11:18:23 GMT 12
Tuesday, February 5, 2013 Pacific Aerospace 750XL P2-SDC On or about 22 January the aircraft was involved in a fire during a de-fuelling operation at Goroka Airport. The engineer was badly injured in the fire and as can be seen by the accompanying photos it would seem the aircraft is probably beyond economical repair. mrcaviation.blogspot.co.nz/2013/02/pacific-aerospace-750xl-p2-sdc.html
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Post by Ykato on Feb 7, 2013 1:06:28 GMT 12
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Post by Ykato on Feb 7, 2013 0:32:33 GMT 12
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Post by Ykato on Feb 6, 2013 16:39:27 GMT 12
Cool, thanks, that is perfect!! Checkers Depart Hamilton 6-2-13
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Post by Ykato on Feb 6, 2013 14:12:21 GMT 12
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Post by Ykato on Feb 6, 2013 9:55:45 GMT 12
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