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Post by Mustang51 on Aug 26, 2020 10:25:30 GMT 12
Very sad to see that Flying Legends is over and not to be held at Duxford. I won't go into the background but have a look at the Imperial war Museum statement following that by Nick on the Legends Facebook. There is a lot more to it than what is written. Believe they may try to find another venue for the show and perhaps move from Duxford altogether. Should that happen perhaps other organisations there may also move. That will be as major a blow to the IWM operations as it is to enthusiasts worldwide.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Aug 26, 2020 10:34:27 GMT 12
Yep. A sad move. I am sure we have room in our airshow calendar for Legends to move to New Zealand though, and they can bring TFC down too.  |
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Post by vultee43 on Aug 26, 2020 15:26:10 GMT 12
2020 keeps on giving.
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Post by patmurphy on Aug 29, 2020 22:05:16 GMT 12
As bad decisions go, it's right up there. I have tickets for the September show, assuming it's going ahead. Mainly in the area to visit my eldest, not seen since February. I'm still unsure about going to be honest. Capped at 15,000 people? Not been in a crowd since last year, it will feel very strange I'm sure, I'll be the one waving a 2 meter stick,
Still.....Spitfires......
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Post by Mustang51 on Sept 23, 2020 9:28:14 GMT 12
Flying Legends
7 hrs ·
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A message from Nick Grey,
“Further to my last message informing you all of the pending relocation of Flying Legends I wanted to give you an update.
The FL team is working very hard to secure an alternative location to hold the much loved Flying Legends airshow.
IF we are successful and COVID 19 issues have resided by mid next year it will be our intention to hold the 2021 edition on SATURDAY 10th and SUNDAY 11th July, so whilst we are still not able to formally confirm, we wanted you to have our date’s ready for your diaries.”
Woo Hoo.............
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Post by Dave Homewood on Sept 23, 2020 11:02:44 GMT 12
That is great news.
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Post by aeromedia on Sept 26, 2020 7:57:21 GMT 12
Whilst we are not in full possession of all factors that have led to this, it’s difficult not to imagine how this could be anything other than a “cut off your nose to spite your face” scenario for IWM.
Duxford is greater than the sum of its parts, but remove major parts and its difficult to see who wins in this.
With the prospect of a costly relocation for who knows ultimately how many operations at Duxford, it is very sad indeed.
Bloody sad.
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Post by colford on Nov 7, 2020 8:32:21 GMT 12
Flying Legends have announced via their FB page, that they are moving the airshow to...............drum roll please..................SYWELL. 10-11 July 2021.
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Post by typerated on Nov 7, 2020 19:54:33 GMT 12
Could be a worse choice - Sywell is a far far better airfield than Duxford to watch an airshow from.
Especially for photographers.
Unlikely the show will happen next year though with Boris incompetent Covid lockdown.
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Post by Mustang51 on Nov 8, 2020 10:05:50 GMT 12
Facebook for Flying Legends has shown the new 2021 Legends poster and (presumably) the programme cover for the display.
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Post by Brett on May 29, 2021 11:46:28 GMT 12
CANCELLED. From www.flyinglegends.comDear Friends of Flying Legends, In the light of yesterday’s message (27.05.2021) from our Prime Minister, and the uncertainty surrounding the UK opening fully for business, it is with deep regret and a heavy heart that we must cancel this year’s event. We understand the government’s careful position but cannot safely stay the course in the light of the potential loss and lack of clarity so close to show time. We sincerely apologise for the disappointing news but the circumstances are truly out of our control. We will be reimbursing all of you, our faithful friends of Flying Legends who pre-paid for tickets in the coming days. On a personal note and in the name of the whole team at The Fighter Collection who have worked so hard this past year to prepare the aircraft and the show itself, please know that this decision has not come lightly. We are very sad but pray that next year will be COVID free for all and that Flying Legends 2022 will be a classic. Thank you for your understanding and for your dedication and support. Yours sincerely Nick Grey Director |
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Post by Mustang51 on May 29, 2021 12:24:48 GMT 12
Yep..........shattered. Spent weeks trying to obtain Australian Travel Exemption for commentary at Midlands Air Festival and Legends. Its been backwards and forwards but now too late for me to get to MAF and Legends cancelled...just watch, the travel exemption will be granted next week with MAF starting on Friday night 4th June and no Legends in July.....not happy Jan !!!
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 29, 2021 12:52:29 GMT 12
Sad news for all involved, and the fans.
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Post by Mustang51 on Jun 1, 2021 14:07:36 GMT 12
I was particularly looking forward to the debut of the Hawker tempest II painted in No.33 Sqn markings. It looks simply beautiful in silver with blue codes
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Post by typerated on Jun 2, 2021 10:00:13 GMT 12
I was particularly looking forward to the debut of the Hawker tempest II painted in No.33 Sqn markings. It looks simply beautiful in silver with blue codes Certainly does! |
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Post by FlyingKiwi on Jun 2, 2021 20:28:48 GMT 12
Let's hope when these events are able to go ahead again it triggers a resurgence in attendance from people who might not have gone when it was a 'regular' occurrence.
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Post by Mustang51 on Jun 2, 2021 21:23:34 GMT 12
Totally agree.....and to see that Tempest II...last time I saw it was a collection of forward fuselage tubes in a jig that could have supported the SpaceX Starship with ease
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