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Post by Kereru on Jun 5, 2012 16:02:54 GMT 12
Colin - That shot of the four Harvards head on above the trees reminds me of Pearl Harbour a lot... love the photos!! Yes reminds me of Pearl Harbor too. i could see them heading my way so waited till they were in the right position and pushed the shutter.  Cheers |
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Post by baz62 on Jun 5, 2012 17:29:25 GMT 12
Thats a great shot Colin well done!
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Post by corsairarm on Jun 5, 2012 20:31:44 GMT 12
Having seen all the previous great shots posted already I was hesitant to post these but as they are a different perspective here they are. When is someone going to preserve this.  Please Mr Dwen.   On another thread someone asked about tractor tugs. Are these the same vintage?  Tails anyone?  I know others have mentioned about getting the Strikemaster and Skyhawk in the same shot but how about the threesome. From basic to full blown jet jockey. ;D  Anyone know why the Harvard made a quick stop followed buy little flick and then take off again. What star is that photographer capturing and any one know who he is?  Beaver taking off and white out condition?    This is the reason I can't wait to get my Cannon EOS600D My little poke and shoot can't handle these.   |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 5, 2012 20:49:01 GMT 12
Corsairarm
Frank landed 65 because the canopy emergancy release failed and he couldn't reset it, once reset he rejoined the assault on the airfield
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Post by corsair67 on Jun 5, 2012 22:12:02 GMT 12
They are the speed brakes on the Blunty... Well picked up and you are right in that we don't use them that much! I am not a planespotter - honest! ;D |
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Post by corsairarm on Jun 5, 2012 22:54:28 GMT 12
Thanks Ralph. Glad it wasn't something major.
I would like to add that it was an enjoyable day and can't wait for the next one. Pity about the Mustang and Spitfire but you can't fly a plane without a Pilot and planes do go US at the most critical times. Still the Yak made up for it.
Good work. Keep it up.
Highlight was the Yak and Magister with her flying display.
Low point was not bringing a seat again. A very sore back at the end of the day. A few more loos would go down well.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 6, 2012 7:06:09 GMT 12
Corsairarm
Point taken on the loos ... we have a debrief on Sunday and that will be mentioned
I was very close to where the guy with the 500mm lens was in the photo of Frank in 65, I'm surprised I wasn't in the photo
Next open day will be on the 9th December there will be no Battle of Britain Open Day this year
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Post by Damon on Jun 6, 2012 8:15:29 GMT 12
I believe Ron Dwen passed away over a decade ago.Your pleas of preservation may fall on deaf ears corsairarm.However its still there waiting for someone to save it.Hopefully a to a better fate than the other Bristol that went to Waihi beach.
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Post by ErrolC on Jun 6, 2012 8:30:06 GMT 12
Corsairarm Next open day will be on the 9th December there will be no Battle of Britain Open Day this year I was a bit surprised when one was announced on the PA for Sept 9th! |
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Post by JamesStokes on Jun 6, 2012 11:07:11 GMT 12
Corsairarm Next open day will be on the 9th December there will be no Battle of Britain Open Day this year I might have to head up for it!! Haven't seen an Ardmore display yet, so will make an effort to before the year is out. |
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Post by stu on Jun 6, 2012 14:14:04 GMT 12
Corsairarm I was very close to where the guy with the 500mm lens was in the photo of Frank in 65, I'm surprised I wasn't in the photo I believe he may be Chris Opperman, I've bumped into him a couple of times at North Shore - most recently on Saturday when he was talking about going to the Open Day. Very nice chap and great photographer, kindly sent me a shot he got of me just after I landed as well as several others taken at Ardmore. A bit of lens envy on my behalf though  Cheers, Stu. |
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Post by stu on Jun 6, 2012 14:31:15 GMT 12
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jun 6, 2012 15:18:35 GMT 12
Not forgetting that there is indeed an open day on the 29th of September at Ardmore, for the Mossie.
Great shots Stu, I really like that one of the Skyhawk, the lighting is superb!
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Post by skyhawkdon on Jun 6, 2012 16:20:29 GMT 12
Fantastic shots Stu. Great to see the re-enactors there.
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Post by Andy U on Jun 7, 2012 21:05:48 GMT 12
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jun 7, 2012 21:28:46 GMT 12
Andy your links began with https://
I took out the 's' and they work. Nice shots.
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Post by bobajob on Jun 7, 2012 22:46:04 GMT 12
Magic photo's. Thanks to all you lucky b******s who were able take the photos and share them with us all. The numbers of Warbirds and other aircraft there seems to be a larger fleet than the 2012 RNZAF.
Bobajob
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Post by Deleted on Jun 9, 2012 11:22:53 GMT 12
Didn't get a chance to take many photos but these are what I managed sorry there is not more but others have got most of the action covered , was too busy and didn't see many of the displays Graeme Frew in the Yak 3  The Beaver was displayed well  Part of the crowded public viewing area  Airfield under attack  Reinactors put on a great display for the crowd    |
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Post by Ykato on Jun 9, 2012 13:13:09 GMT 12
Is That the Warbirds Assoc Version of Heli Mustering ;D Great Pics Everyone  |
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Post by ErrolC on Jun 9, 2012 13:38:58 GMT 12
I've spoken with two work contacts who took their families to the Open Day after I had emailed them about it a few weeks ago. They all had a great time, and were especially impressed by the variety of ground displays in addition to the expected air displays. Well done everyone.
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Please Mr Dwen. 
