|
|
Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 29, 2005 22:15:07 GMT 12
Hi all, we now have loads of members from around the world, and lots more non-members breezing in for a regular check of the forums. There are really only a small proportion of these who regularly post here, some members have never made posts and most haven't filled in their profile yet.
I reckon we shouldn't stand on ceremony. We're all friendly here. It would be nice if everyone could introduce themselves a little- you may make some new friends and good contacts. And this will be good for newcomers to read about the other members.
I thought maybe if I post a questionnaire you could copy it, paste it into a new post, and then give your own individual answers. If you don't want to answer particular questions, simply write N/A for no answer...
Here goes
What's your name?
Where are you from?
How old are you?
What is your main interest in aviation? Is it historic? Airlines? Military...
Tell us about your background in aviation. Are you just an enthusiast or have you got more hands on experience? Are you a pilot? Do you have an Air Force Background? Or a civil aviation background?
Do you belong to any aviation groups, like the NZ Warbirds, RNZAF Association, Royal Aeronautical Society or CAF, etc?
Are you an aircraft modeller? (Scale or R/C)
What are your favourite aviation books?
What are your favourite aviation films or TV programmes?
Do you frequent other aviation forums?
Have you any comments or suggestions for this forum, to hopefully improve your own personal usage and enjoyment on the forum?
|
|
|
|
Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 29, 2005 22:35:37 GMT 12
OK, I'll kick this off then. What's your name? Dave Homewood (I don't use a false handle, some people do for the sake of remaining anonymous but it'd be nice to know your first name at least)Where are you from? Cambridge, New ZealandHow old are you? 34What is your main interest in aviation? Is it historic? Airlines? Military... My main interest is historic aviation, particularly NZ military and NZ civil history. I love the airshow scene but so infrequently get along to shows these days. I also love reading and writing history, recording stories of airmen and airwomen and researching, etc. As an ex-RNZAF chap I also like to keep abreast of current military happenings in NZTell us about your background in aviation. Are you just an enthusiast or have you got more hands on experience? Are you a pilot? Do you have an Air Force Background? Or a civil aviation background? I was a Safety and Surface Worker in the RNZAF from 1989-93. Since then my only involvement has been in recording history of aviation. I'd like to get more involved someday.Do you belong to any aviation groups, like the NZ Warbirds, RNZAF Association, Royal Aeronautical Society or CAF, etc? Actually, no. I used to be in the Royal Aeronautical Society, the RNZRSA and a model club but have drifted out of all. I hope someday soon when I'm more financial to join Warbirds as an associate, maybe CAF too, the RAe Assoc and a few others. Also Friends of the RNZAF Museum. One day...Are you an aircraft modeller? (Scale or R/C) I used to actively do scale plastic kit modelling, mainly 1/48th. Lately I haven't done any but have a huge collection so still call myself a modeller!What are your favourite aviation books? Bryan Cox's three books on his RNZAF days
Bryan Young's awesome book Beckoning Skies
Battle of Britain by Leonard Mosely
Errol Braithwaite's RNZAF books, excellent
The History of NZ Aviation by Ross Macpherson and Ross Ewing
The History of the RNZAF by Bentley and Conly
Wings Over The Pacific by Alex Horn
and so many moreWhat are your favourite aviation films or TV programmes? Battle of Britain
Reaching For The Skies (TV doco series)
Piece of Cake (TV)
Memphis Belle
Dark Blue WorldDo you frequent other aviation forums? Key Publishing's Historic FlyPast Forum
forum.keypublishing.co.uk/forumdisplay.php?f=4
WIX - The Warbird Information Exchange forum
warbirdinformationexchange.org/phpBB2/viewforum.php?f=3
Plane Talk
forum.planetalk.net/index.php
Pacific Wrecks
www.pacificwrecks.com/forum/Have you any comments or suggestions for this forum, to hopefully improve your own personal usage and enjoyment on the forum? Not for me to comment. Over to you chaps and ladies (have we any ladies yet?). Please do post on this thread, even if you don't elsewhere much. It'd be good to get to know some more of the people in our little community.
Cheers
Dave |
|
|
|
Post by laharve on Oct 29, 2005 23:32:40 GMT 12
What's your name? Len Harvey Where are you from? Wickford, Essex, England. How old are you? 54 What is your main interest in aviation? Is it historic? Airlines? Military... Historic aviation, mainly preserved aircraft flying or static and mainly those that have appeared at Duxford at some point. Tell us about your background in aviation. Are you just an enthusiast or have you got more hands on experience? Are you a pilot? Do you have an Air Force Background? Or a civil aviation background? Just an enthusiast, total escape from work. Do you belong to any aviation groups, like the NZ Warbirds, RNZAF Association, Royal Aeronautical Society or CAF, etc? Friends of Duxford. Are you an aircraft modeller? (Scale or R/C) Many years ago, but have accumalalted quite a large collection to make when I finally retire or get enough spare time. What are your favourite aviation books? ‘Tumult In The Clouds’ , it would make quite a good film. There are quite a few other books that I have read that I felt were good but the list would be to long. What are your favourite aviation films or TV programmes? ‘Reach For The Sky’ probably the spark that got me interested in aviation. ‘The Battle of Britain’ ‘Tora, Tora, Tora’ ‘Angels One Five’ Do you frequent other aviation forums? Plane Talk Flypast Warbird Information Exchange UKAR www.ukar.co.uk/board/ikonboard.cgi |
|
|
|
Post by Parrotfish on Oct 30, 2005 0:01:41 GMT 12
I'll play.
What's your name? Sean
Where are you from? Christchurch
How old are you? 36, er... 37(just)
What is your main interest in aviation? Is it historic? Airlines? Military...
Historic and military. Got a taste for it back in the days when as a kid got in to see the collection at Wigram before it was open to the public (Dad was a WO in the army and he knew the airfoce guys so...) Then it was reinforced by mad men I met in school like Corsair67. You would not believe how enthusiastic he was, but it rubbed off.
Tell us about your background in aviation. Are you just an enthusiast or have you got more hands on experience? Are you a pilot? Do you have an Air Force Background? Or a civil aviation background?
Alas only in my dreams. Looked into joining the airforce once when about 17, but due to deafness in left ear couldn't be pilot. Still remember saying to the guy at Wigram when he offered other RNZAF positions that "If I can't drive the bus I'm not interested". Arrogance of youth I'm afraid.
Do you belong to any aviation groups, like the NZ Warbirds, RNZAF Association, Royal Aeronautical Society or CAF, etc?
Alas no. Does having listened to the aviation ravings of Craig (Corsair67) over the last 23 years years count as some form of society?
Are you an aircraft modeller? (Scale or R/C)
Why yes. Have a largeish stash of stuff in 1/48 and 1/32. Mainly Navel aircraft, anything NZ and whatever takes my fancy at the time. Was in IPMS years ago and am heading back that way. Getting back into R/c after many years away.
What are your favourite aviation books? Hmmmm.... have to have a think about this one.
What are your favourite aviation films or TV programmes? Battle of Britain (what else could it be?)
Tora Tora Tora (I know, I'm a sick wee puppy)
Do you frequent other aviation forums?
Dip in as guest in one or two when the mood is upon me.
Have you any comments or suggestions for this forum, to hopefully improve your own personal usage and enjoyment on the forum?
Like it the way it is really, glad to have found it when I did. Hope over the summer to pop in more often with a far lighter work load.
Favourite aviation saying is:MARECHAL FERDINAND FOCH: "Aeroplanes are interesting toys but of no military value."
Cheers,
Sean
|
|
|
|
Post by steve on Oct 30, 2005 22:23:15 GMT 12
What's your name?
stephen shirley
Where are you from?
auckland
How old are you?
48
What is your main interest in aviation? Is it historic? Airlines? Military...
military,historic,USAF,RAF etc
Tell us about your background in aviation. Are you just an enthusiast or have you got more hands on experience? Are you a pilot? Do you have an Air Force Background? Or a civil aviation background?
Some flying lessons only, plus one hour in an air NZ 737 simulator (now that was really a buzz!) Home flight sim 2004 via projector screen...I "dream" of building a motion induced flight sim for home!
Do you belong to any aviation groups, like the NZ Warbirds, RNZAF Association, Royal Aeronautical Society or CAF, etc?
No
Are you an aircraft modeller? (Scale or R/C)
Indeed...both finding the time...R/C mostly crashing! expensive
What are your favourite aviation books?
RNZAF, bentley 2 books, A noble chance.military wings, RNZAF memories (Nora M) etc
What are your favourite aviation films or TV programmes?
Memphis bell,Battle of britain.633 squadron.dam busters, history channel,etc
Do you frequent other aviation forums?
sometimes
Have you any comments or suggestions for this forum, to hopefully improve your own personal usage and enjoyment on the forum?
Hard to improve..really an excellent site
|
|
|
|
Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 30, 2005 23:13:31 GMT 12
Great stuff guys, This is really good. Come on some of you hiding in the woodwork, we're keen to meet you.
Steve, what's A Noble Chance about?
|
|
chris
Leading Aircraftman
Posts: 2
|
Post by chris on Oct 31, 2005 1:12:12 GMT 12
What's your name?
Chris Goymer
Where are you from?
Palmerston North. Currently living in London on my OE. Been in the UK for two and a half years. Home for Wanaka at Easter then returning home for good Oct next year.
How old are you?
28
What is your main interest in aviation? Is it historic? Airlines? Military...
Historic aviation
Agricultural aviation
Tell us about your background in aviation. Are you just an enthusiast or have you got more hands on experience? Are you a pilot? Do you have an Air Force Background? Or a civil aviation background?
Gained my CPL (aeroplane) in 2003 but have not worked as a pilot as yet. After gaining my licence I headed to the UK but never with the intention of flying (only travelling). Worked as a topdressing loader/driver for five years and I will work in the industry on my return. Im very much looking forward to getting back into the left hand seat.
Do you belong to any aviation groups, like the NZ Warbirds, RNZAF Association, Royal Aeronautical Society or CAF, etc?
No
Are you an aircraft modeller? (Scale or R/C)
No
What are your favourite aviation books?
What are your favourite aviation films or TV programmes?
Do you frequent other aviation forums?
Flypast
Warbirds Resource Group
Have you any comments or suggestions for this forum, to hopefully improve your own personal usage and enjoyment on the forum?
No youve got a great site here Dave. The Flypast site is very good with such an amazing depth of knowledge from a large number of contributors but in the last year or so it has lost some of its appeal as a number of troublemakers attempt to disrupt the site with very juvenile and aggresive posts. Its a shame because I learn a great deal from the many experts and members who post on these forums. Keep up the good work with the site.
Regards Chris
|
|
|
|
Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 31, 2005 20:15:10 GMT 12
Nothing wrong with Top Gun mate (oh, except Tom Cruise I spose - but he wasn't so bad then). It was a hugerecruiting tool for the RNZAF when I joined up in 1989, recruited 1988. When I was on basic training the Cpl asked each of us why we joined up. Most of the 16 guys asked said they had seen Top Gun and wanted to fly like that. They'd gone for pilot selection and failed and were then talked into ground trades. I was one of only two or three who answered I loved the RNZAF and had always wanted to join. I never saw the film till during my basic training!!
Yes those BBC series Fighter Pilot and Test Pilot were brilliant. I remember in Test Pilot they flew all sorts of things at the ETPS, including an Andover. I'd love to see that series again. I once met Steve Moore when i was in, he came into the section for something or other while visiting the base. I recognised him instantly, he was something of a hero to me, even though this was years after his test pilot course and the series.
Behind Enemy Lines was very good right up till after the ejection scene. After that it turned to total pants. It was very popular though in the video shop i was then working at. Many people were under the impression it was true, thanks to some scandalous pre-publicity by the studio. I hate it when they do that. They said before Pearl Harbor they were recreating a true story too...
|
|
|
|
Post by corsair67 on Oct 31, 2005 20:27:00 GMT 12
Yes, Hollywood certainly knows how to 'recreate' a true story, don't they. I loved the stupidity of Pearl Harbour when the P-40s are chasing the Japs down Battleship Row, but somehow don't get shot down themselves by every Tom, Hank or Chuck that are firing just about every calibre of weapon known to mankind at the same Japs. IFF must have been pretty bloody good back then.......  I can imagine what some of the RNZAF personnel would have thought of the new recruits who said they wanted to fly like in Top Gun! I think you took a much more common sense and genuine option, Dave. |
|
|
|
Post by Bruce on Oct 31, 2005 21:13:28 GMT 12
O.K, most of the other regulars have done thier intro bit, I better do mine, just so you know where this guy is coming from  all you other 50 or so have to post your bit as well remember.... What's your name? Bruce Cooke Where are you from? Cambridge NZ (one of only a small handful - despite the forum title) How old are you? 33 when I last checked... What is your main interest in aviation? Is it historic? Airlines? Military... Yes O.K, all of the above, but particularly recreational flying, warbirds and civil classics - do love round engines.... Tell us about your background in aviation. Are you just an enthusiast or have you got more hands on experience? Are you a pilot? Do you have an Air Force Background? Or a civil aviation background? I have always been an aviation nut, since drawing aeroplanes in church as a little kid. I have worked in the aviation industry virtually since school, until relatively recently. I had a very brief airforce career of 2 1/2 weeks (the culture clashed with mine...) but then found work in civilian companies. I did my engineering training as a trainee tradesman and junior Bograt with Gulf Aeronautics at Ardmore, where I had the privilege to work on classics such as the sea fury, Harvards, Fokker Triplane, Tiger moths, Super cubs, Devons and a mix of Cessnas. Gulf didnt have the greatest strategic management and I got laid off, but then spent a couple of years with Engine Components NZ, overhauling aircraft engine cylinders. after that I worked with Aeromotive at Hamilton, doing a variety of tasks with aircraft documentation, some engineering and a bit of stores work. I got head hunted by Tranzglobal, before they became CityJet, where I was thier maintenance controller. Unfortunately there was a bundle of surprises hidden in thier documentation and CAA closed us down, followed by the receivers. After this fiasco, and a lot of bad will and politics throughout the industry, I started a new career as a technician at the university. With a reliable cashflow i joined SAA and started building an aircraft of my own design. I also hold a PPL, but havent flown for a while as funds keep disappearing in to the building project. Do you belong to any aviation groups, like the NZ Warbirds, RNZAF Association, Royal Aeronautical Society or CAF, etc? I am the chapter secretary for the Waikato Thames valley chapter, NZ Sport Aircraft Association. I am on the SportAvex 2006 Airshow Planning committee. Are you an aircraft modeller? (Scale or R/C) I build 1/72 scale models, I am collecting and building an example of every aircraft type operated by the RNZAF, and have secured all except for about 5 types. What are your favourite aviation books? Aircraft Spruce and Speciality Catalogue Sport Flying Magazine, Flypast and Aeroplane Monthly, anything by John King. What are your favourite aviation films or TV programmes? BoB Tora Tora Tora Deep Blue world the Dambusters Reach for the Sky Do you frequent other aviation forums? SAA Yahoo Aircraft design Forum Have you any comments or suggestions for this forum, to hopefully improve your own personal usage and enjoyment on the forum? More people need to start posting stuff! |
|
|
|
Post by turboNZ on Nov 2, 2005 23:19:00 GMT 12
Alrighties,
I haven't been much of a contributor lately, but that's all changing...I'll making a come back !!!
My name is Chris Cattermole
I'm originally a Cantab - born in ChCh but reside in Wellywood.
I'm 35, have been married for 5 months now to a wonderful lady called Bridget.
I have done a couple of years in the NZ Army Territorial Force.
I'm currently building up my business which is designer Alloy furniture (www.nudemetalz.co.nz).
My main aviation interest is Historic Aviation (in particular I find classic US aircraft of interest, whether it be the 1930's pursuit biplanes, first jets (F-86 etc), have a keen interest in the Vietnam war and also contemporary military aviation....okay that's the specifics but in reality I love ALL AVIATION !!!!
(and also motorcycling!!)
I have done a couple of hours of lessons and wanted to continue more but got diagnosed with epilepsy just 18 months ago so no more of that unfort. However ...I am going to do my Microlight licence (no probs with the condition) and my ultimiate goal is to build a Nieuport 11 7/8's scale replica.
I have built some plastic models over the years but just don't get a chance these days....time !! (or therelack of)
Favourite books - my one is Chickenhawk by Rob Mason (a Vietnam Helo Pilot's account).
Fav Mag - Classic Wings Downunder (of course !!!!)
Fav Movie - Blackhawk Down, followed by Full Metal Jacket. Also like Bridges of Toko Ri.....
BUT.......my alltime favourite is Strategic Air Command.
just the sound of that huge B-36, you have to see it if you haven't already and James Stewart was a superb actor and......well you get the point !!
I sometimes go into WIX and Flypast but I love the family atmosphere of this forum and this is my pick by far !! (thanks, DAVE)
Okay enough ranting and raving....
THAT'S ME !!
|
|
|
|
Post by DragonflyDH90 on Nov 3, 2005 17:49:32 GMT 12
What's your name?
Ryan Southam
Where are you from?
Currently living in Gore, but originally from Motueka.
How old are you?
30
What is your main interest in aviation? Is it historic? Airlines? Military...
Main interest would be vintage aviation both civil and military, with no major preference for era pre 1950.
Tell us about your background in aviation. Are you just an enthusiast or have you got more hands on experience? Are you a pilot? Do you have an Air Force Background? Or a civil aviation background?
I am employed by the Croydon Aircraft Company in Mandeville as Chief Pilot, but have been interested in aviation since I was a kid. Have been flying since about 14, Commercial Licence at 18, Instructor at 20. I love aerobatics (for fun and competition aeros), Display flying, and flying old aircraft, but will have a go at most things that fly. Im also a microlight instructor but dont do a lot myself.
Have flown a wide selection of aircraft over the years and have enjoyed just about everything.
On top of the flying I do, I spend a lot of time rebuilding vintage types and enjoy working with wood, metal, fabric and most other aspects of restoring.
Do you belong to any aviation groups, like the NZ Warbirds, RNZAF Association, Royal Aeronautical Society or CAF, etc? Belong to DH Moth Club UK and Tiger Moth Club of NZ
Are you an aircraft modeller? (Scale or R/C) Not really, unless you count really big ones.....1:1
What are your favourite aviation books? Heaps, but here are a few;
The Dangerous Skies - Arthur Clouston
The Big Show - Pierre Clostermann
I Flew For The Fuhrer - Heinz Knoke
Aerobatics - Neil Williams .......... (the bible)
Chickenhawk - Rob Mason
What are your favourite aviation films or TV programmes?
Deep Blue World
A Piece of Cake
Most doco's
Test Pilot and the one about the Pommie Army helo pilots during training
Do you frequent other aviation forums?
Warbird Information Exchange
Plane Talk
PPrune
Flypast (less frequently, particularly now)
Various aerobatic etc etc and a few that I lurk on......
Have you any comments or suggestions for this forum, to hopefully improve your own personal usage and enjoyment on the forum? Its pretty good Dave, no problems I see. Its good everyones friendly (not pointing in any direction that we dont already know about).
All the best, long may it continue..........I will be up North later this year and early next for some flying commitments (Whitianga, Tauranga and a few others so maybe we can catch up, I will also be at Wanaka 06 with some of our toys so see you there).
|
|
|
|
Post by hairy on Nov 5, 2005 15:38:33 GMT 12
What's your name? - Marcus Bridle......I use "hairy" as second nature, it is part of a nickname that was given to me years ago (the hairy dwarf) some people only know me by my nickname. Where are you from? - Originally, Aucklands North Shore, New Zealand. Currently, Remuera, New Zealand. ( at other times variously the UK, Oz, and the Manawatu) How old are you? -35 What is your main interest in aviation? Is it historic? Airlines? Military... - The aircraft, mainly say pre-1965. Tell us about your background in aviation. Are you just an enthusiast or have you got more hands on experience? Are you a pilot? Do you have an Air Force Background? Or a civil aviation background? - I started off a modeller, then discovered the real thing at 13 when the CAF at Dairy Flat took me under their wing (I was the Worlds youngest full Col. at 16 with special dispensation from CAF Headquarters), I then started flying whilst working my a-s-s off to cover the cost. Shortly after gaining my CPL (and getting my first job offer to fly commercially) I 'discovered' motorcycles.......DUH-OH!............end result a few missing organs and no medical. After a 10 year absence from aviation ( got side tracked by classic cars) my passion was rekindelled about two years ago. Now I am a dedicated penquin (or possibly read 'hangar rat') who has just found out that a PPL may not be out of the question med. wise. ;D Do you belong to any aviation groups, like the NZ Warbirds, RNZAF Association, Royal Aeronautical Society or CAF, etc? -Not currently (I hate the petty politics that seem to permeate most enthusists groups) Are you an aircraft modeller? (Scale or R/C) -WAS, mainly 1:72 scale, I had over 300 at one point, I sold most in the Trade and Exchange in the early '90s. What are your favourite aviation books? -Warplanes of the Third Reich by William Green. (oft maligned but fasinating none the less) -Warbirds of World War II by Jeffery L. Ethell (magnificent, all colour photos of WWII combat a/c) -Shot To Hell by Cory Graff (has to be seen to be believed some of the photos in this) -Gentlemen you have a race by John Teigler (signed) (the history of the Reno air races by an insider who was there from the beginning) What are your favourite aviation films or TV programmes? -Documentaries (I'll wimp out here as I cannot think of a particular favourite) Do you frequent other aviation forums? -mainly WIX and very occasionally the Flypast forum but I do look in on others from time to time.(thanks for the tip on the new one Dave) Have you any comments or suggestions for this forum, to hopefully improve your own personal usage and enjoyment on the forum? - I hate the Nanny protocols, when you type in "working my a-s-s off" without the hyphens it comes up "working I dissagree off" when you post.    |
|
|
|
Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 5, 2005 17:34:06 GMT 12
Hi Marcus, I agree about some of the minor naughty words and how censoship is overkill as we're all adults and/or sensible here. I don't mind a little strong language when it's needed. Most of the censored words have remained as they came when I got the forum (as a default), but I have adapted some of the lesser offensive ones so they say what you want them to say. Ass had never occurred to me because I don't use Americanisms and I had allowed for members using the correct 'arse' if the need ever arose for that word. I have now made it so you can use ass too, in case the need arises where someone wants to talk about donkeys and mules... Some of the offensive words remain censored for good reason, but if things remain the way they are, I hope no-one will need to use them anyway. Well done on your CAF Colonel-ship at such a young age too mate! |
|
|
|
Post by Calum on Nov 6, 2005 14:12:49 GMT 12
What's your name? Calum Gibson (Gibby or Gib was my nickname) Where are you from? Borni in Tauranga, Now living in Nowra NSW. How old are you? 36 What is your main interest in aviation? Is it historic? Airlines? Military... Military... from WW2 to today, Tell us about your background in aviation. Are you just an enthusiast or have you got more hands on experience? Are you a pilot? Do you have an Air Force Background? Or a civil aviation background? Ex RNZAF Avionics tech (1986-1994), worked on Strikemaster, Andovers and the mighty A-4K while in. As a contractor worked on RAN Sea Kings, Seahawks, Jidiviks and now looking after the logisitcs for the Squirrel avionics systems Do you belong to any aviation groups, like the NZ Warbirds, RNZAF Association, Royal Aeronautical Society or CAF, etc? Nope Are you an aircraft modeller? (Scale or R/C) Got back into scale modelling about 3 years ago, and now I'm hooked. see www.gibstuff.netWhat are your favourite aviation books? Dunno really, Don't read as much as I used although I do subscribe to International Air Power review What are your favourite aviation films or TV programmes? Dunno, History channel usually has something interesting Do you frequent other aviation forums? Not really, Key Publishing at times Have you any comments or suggestions for this forum, to hopefully improve your own personal usage and enjoyment on the forum? Get a NZ/UK English spellchecker, my spelling sucks |
|
|
|
Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 6, 2005 14:45:17 GMT 12
Calum, what's a Jidivik? Never heard of it. Is is an Aussie design?
Re the spell checker, sorry, the one we have is all we get with the free froum. We can put up with a few typos though, we don't mind. Your posts are always worth reading and good value.
|
|
|
|
Post by Calum on Nov 12, 2005 7:42:57 GMT 12
Calum, what's a Jidivik? Never heard of it. Is is an Aussie design? Re the spell checker, sorry, the one we have is all we get with the free froum. We can put up with a few typos though, we don't mind. Your posts are always worth reading and good value. Jindivik was a drone, developed in Australia in the 1950's. It was sued to tow targets fromt eh RAN and RAAF and RAF. (the RAF just retired theirs IIRC). Anyway it took 221 people to fly it (I was a radar operator). SOme pics are at www.gibstuff.net/aircraft on the Jindy page. |
|
|
|
Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 13, 2005 16:49:35 GMT 12
Cheers for that info.
|
|
|
|
Post by Simonjg on Nov 13, 2005 19:36:25 GMT 12
What's your name? Simon Gault Where are you from? Auckland How old are you? 40 What is your main interest in aviation? Is it historic? Airlines? Military... Historic warbirds, gliders and experimental sport aircraft Tell us about your background in aviation. Started flying gliders at 16, still own shares in a ventus ct and duo discus and hold a B cat glider instructor rating. Later I purchased a share in a Pitts S2B which I still enjoy (ZK-MAD) so it was time to get my PPL which I did in a CT4 B (ZK-DGY) which is a side by side NZ designed Military trainer. Later buying a share in a Harvard (53) which I am currently doing a formation course in. My best and newest toy is a Thunder Mustang which I own ¼ of (Tigers Blood ZK-TMG) check it out www.kiwithunder.com So that’s why I live in a shed not a house like normal people!! Do you belong to any aviation groups, NZ Warbirds, Auckland Aero club, Auckland Gliding club and EAA What are your favourite aviation books? EAA mags What are your favourite aviation films or TV programmes? Top Gun and Champions of the wave Do you frequent other aviation forums? No Have you any comments or suggestions for this forum, to hopefully improve your own personal usage and enjoyment on the forum? Keep up the good work |
|
|
|
Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 14, 2005 10:37:26 GMT 12
Cheers for that Simon. You have an interesting background mate. Is Harvard NZ1053 that one that used to wear the 1950's Red Checkers scheme? Do yuo still own a share now?
|
|
