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Post by typerated on Mar 18, 2022 21:01:53 GMT 12
Perhaps not quite “epic’ but I’d pick it would be a pleasant day at a lovely airfield – lots of awesome historic aircraft based here. Happens to be same day as Fairford though. Last time I was at Breighton it was ‘attacked’ by a 4 ship of Buccaneers – now that was ‘EPIC’ and of course they were bloody low! |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Mar 19, 2022 13:13:19 GMT 12
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Post by Dave Homewood on Mar 19, 2022 13:14:26 GMT 12
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Post by Mustang51 on Mar 19, 2022 13:24:06 GMT 12
Yessireee, it going to be a BIGGIE ! Now hoping the weather plays ball...long range forecast is good.
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Post by mcmaster on Mar 23, 2022 22:30:32 GMT 12
A3-44 looking good with new paint..just missing the grumpy monkey decal. / |
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Post by colford on Mar 24, 2022 13:28:17 GMT 12
Corsair on it's way via a stop at Temora, to Scone for Warbirds Over Scone this weekend. He could be in for an interesting flight as weather around the northern half of NSW at present is pretty unsettled with a number of rain showers and small storm cells in and around the Scone area.  Corsair by Colin Ford, on Flickr A few aircraft of the TAM contingent currently popping in and out of view on the TAM webcams as they get themselves ready. Hope the weather at Scone over next few days is not as bad as the current BoM forecast is predicting. Would be nice for them to have a good opening event for the new Warbirds Centre there. |
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Post by colford on Mar 26, 2022 13:42:54 GMT 12
Update from Temora Aviation Museum on ticket sales for Warbirds Down Under 2022. Pre-sale tickets will go on sale Tuesday 29th March at 9am (AEDST). This amazing 2-day event will be held on 15th and 16th October 2022 at the Temora Aviation Museum. What's New? This year we have added Harding's Country Club Premium Marquee to our previous ticket types. The Premium Marquee will have limited tickets so be sure to get in fast. For only $400 for 2 days The Harding's Country Club Premium Marquee will include: Premium indoor and outdoor seating Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea 4- hour beverage package Reserved Parking Separate Premium Ticket holder entry Souvenir Bag, program and Premium Cap *Single Day tickets will be available to purchase at a later date To see all ticket types and inclusions, camping and pricing, please visit: warbirdsdownunderairshow.com.au/As per previous events, they have a map up on the ticketing website showing the different areas and types of tickets available. Where there were Gold and Silver 'Premium' tickets and grandstands for the last WDU, they now only have the grandstand seating immediately in front and to the left (facing the flight line) of the main hangar, the new 'Hardings Country Club Marquee and stand to the left of that (next to the taxiway into the small apron area), then General Admission North and South; and finally the Photographers Pit to the right of the VIP area (which is in front of the TAM Maintenance Hangar) and north of Taxiway Echo (where the Silver stand was back in 2019). |
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Post by colford on Apr 5, 2022 13:16:17 GMT 12
Well, by the looks of things the Photographer's Pit at Warbirds Down Under 2022 at Temora in October, looks to be a very popular option. Only 9 tickets were left as at 9.00AM this morning.  WDU2022 Photographers Pit Advert 05042022 by Colin Ford, on Flickr Also interesting activity on the ramp at TAM this morning with a few visitors already present for the TAM Aircraft Showcase on Saturday and then the Tocumwal Airshow on the Sunday. Just hope the weather behaves for the weekend as the forecast went from being sunny and reasonable to potentially wet in the past few days. Hope both events get the blue skies they deserve. |
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Post by mcmaster on Apr 17, 2022 14:51:23 GMT 12
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Post by planecrazy on Apr 21, 2022 14:30:55 GMT 12
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Post by mcmaster on Apr 21, 2022 19:03:05 GMT 12
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Post by mcmaster on May 3, 2022 21:51:03 GMT 12
www.airforce.gov.au/news-and-events/events/airshows/save-date-ipswich-amberley-air-tattooDefence, in partnership with the Ipswich City Council, will host the Ipswich Amberley Air Tattoo over the weekend of 29 and 30 October 2022. As part of the Air Tattoo, Australia’s largest Air Force base, RAAF Base Amberley, will open its gates to the public for the first time since 2008. RAAF Base Amberley has a long association with the City of Ipswich with the base first commencing operations on 17 June 1940 during World War II. The Air Tattoo will give people a rare insight into the base, people, aircraft and military capabilities that call Amberley home. It is also a great opportunity for Defence to thank the people of Ipswich and surrounding communities for their support of RAAF Base Amberley and the Australian Defence Force members who serve at the base. Air Force aircraft will conduct flypasts over RAAF Base Amberley during the two day event. Aircraft will also be on static display on the ground as well as a range of military equipment on display showcasing the capabilities of a number of Australian Defence Force units and squadrons located at the base. Details on how to obtain tickets for the base open days will be released later in 2022. Members of the public will also get the chance to see the Air Force flypasts free-of-charge at designated viewing hubs in Ipswich, Springfield and Rosewood. /
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Post by colford on May 3, 2022 23:56:20 GMT 12
Could be a busy and worthwhile month for anyone who wants to visit Australia to attend airshows starting with Warbirds Down Under at Temora on 15-16 October, Ipswich Amberley Air Tattoo (RAAF Centenary Amberley Airshow Vers 2.0 - all that planning is NOT going to waste) on 29-30 October, followed by Warbirds Over Illawarra at HARS on 12-13 November, with time in between those for sightseeing enroute eg AWM, Scone Warbirds, Tocumwal, etc.
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Post by colford on May 22, 2022 16:31:11 GMT 12
Yesterday was the May Aircraft Showcase at the Temora Aviation Museum. This was the last of three Aircraft Showcases in the first half of the year before TAM go into their winter hiatus. The first two showcases at TAM this year suffered from poor weather - rain, rain, and more rain - so the forecast for this one being mainly sunny with a very slight chance of rain, offered potential for a good day's flying activity. I was trying out a new camera body as well as a couple of new lenses, as well as trying some variations in settings, plus first opportunity to "get my eye in" for this year before a rather big second half of 2022 airshow wise. The forecast proved reliable, with a nice bright, but cold morning, with a strongish cold easterly breeze. There was a bit of cloud buildup back to the east and that would gradually move in during the day leading to variable lighting for photography purposes and a couple of brief - but very icy - rain showers just as the Canberra was displaying. But well worth the day's drive over and back for the flying program, catching up with a few other photographers and enthusiasts, plus a couple of old RAAF work colleagues I had not seen for about 30+ years (lots more grey hair, lack of hair and life experiences since way back when.) The changing light conditions provided some challenges to photography, but also provided a dark and moody backdrop for a few of my photos. As usual, Ando provided a most excellent commentary for the day, performing his duties of reminding people to vote (yesterday being Federal Election day over here), hydrate and use sun screen, as well as informative interviews with the pilots. Looking forward to the next scheduled TAM showcase in September, before Warbirds Down Under 2022 in mid-October. By the general chat of those in the crowd yesterday, a lot of anticipation for WDU2022 and what it could bring. Here is a selection of photos from the day.  Tiger by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Ryan by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Trainer Trio by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Trainer Break by Colin Ford, on Flickr  BT13 Warmup by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Ryan Arty by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Advanced Trainer Trio by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Wirraway Hi Side by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Harvard Belly by Colin Ford, on Flickr  HARS Huey Lifting by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Bird Dog by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Canberra Taxi Out by Colin Ford, on Flickr  HARS Huey Dust Off by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Canberra High Side by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Canberra High Side 3 by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Canberra Running In by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Canberra Taxi Back by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Canberra Nose by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Fighter Pair by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Kittyhawk Belly by Colin Ford, on Flickr  Spitfire Side Pass by Colin Ford, on Flickr Enjoy. |
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 22, 2022 17:47:51 GMT 12
Great photos Colin. Wonderful to see that Canberra airborne again!
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Post by planecrazy on May 22, 2022 18:44:46 GMT 12
Great shots, looks like you have mastered your new camera gear, nice to see the Canberra.
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Post by colford on May 23, 2022 14:49:31 GMT 12
It was truly great to see the Canberra back in the air again. As you will note from the photos, all the 'explosive' elements on the aircraft - ejection seats - are now inert. Despite its size the Canberra is a fairly sprightly performer and iy was certainly one of the most anticipated performers on the day. Whilst waiting outside the Museum before the gates opened, and in the coffee cart queue, the Canberra did come up in discussion a number of times from those attending, so it certainly is a drawcard for the Aircraft Showcases.
Now I hope this works, short video clip taken on my mobile phone camera of the Canberra as it starts its taxi from the parking apron out to commence its display flight. It used the recently resealed - but not yet officially reopened - north south runway to taxi out to the longer runway to take off. Hopefully the runway works will be completed well before the next TAM Aircraft Showcase in September, it mainly needs the runway markings put in place and a few other finishing touches.
I still have a lot to learn on my new camera body, it has so many more features, options and settings, plus it is interesting how it 'recognises' the different lenses mounted onto it and their performance parameters compared to my previous camera bodies. Also my first full frame camera body, so getting used to that as well.
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Post by colford on Jun 1, 2022 11:52:15 GMT 12
Temora Aviation Museum is getting ahead of the curve and have just announced their Aircraft Showcase schedule for 2023.
2023 Events Calendar
We are pleased to announce our 2023 Aircraft Showcase dates.
The 2023 dates are focused in the Autumn and Spring months which is the most conducive flying weather with stable weather patterns for that time of the year in Temora.
April Aircraft Showcase - 1st April 2023
May Aircraft Showcase - 6th May 2023
September Aircraft Showcase - 16th Sept 2023
October Showcase- 21st October 2022
A reduced program compared to previous years, but given the increasing costs to operate their aircraft and run such events, plus the unstable weather the past two years, probably a year to see how things pan out and plan for 2024. At this stage I know I will not be attending the April 2023 Aircraft Showcase as I should be "across the ditch" in either Wellington or Nelson by then getting ready for CF2023.
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Post by colford on Jun 30, 2022 16:28:22 GMT 12
Brisbane Airshow which was scheduled to take place this coming weekend 2-3 July 2022, has been postponed for one week to following weekend 9-10 July 2022 due to weather forecast for heavy rain over the Brisbane area and much of the Australian east coast over the next five to six days.
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Post by Mustang51 on Jun 30, 2022 19:43:00 GMT 12
Yes......not ideal for the organisers who have put in so much work to make the event a success. It has a great reputation now and hopefully the crowds will understand the need for the week's postponement. Last time there was a rain event like this promised, virtually all of the Oz east coast was flooded.....hopefully not this time but BoM still forecasting over a months rain in a few days.
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