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Post by planewriting on Jun 10, 2022 15:05:13 GMT 12
Hi Zac, Referring to "a Tauranga-based Yak-52 (profuse apologies to the pilot for neither remembering his name". The Yak-52 was ZK-YIK and was flown by its owner Mike O'Rourke. It took the place of an abandoned three Yak-52 display cancelled because one Yak became unavailable.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2022 20:46:15 GMT 12
Thank you Peter, I'm very grateful! I always feel awful when I forget a pilot's name. He flew a great display! Spoiler alert! The Alvis seemed to start with minimal trouble and was a glorious sight to behold! If I’d been closer I’d have videoed instead.  DSC_6271 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6277 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6281 by Zac Yates, on Flickr The first display of the second segment was to be a trainer trio showcasing the Polikarpov Po-2, Stearman and Tiger Moth. Tragically for this Polifan the Soviet machine was having some issues so remained tucked away, but the Brit and the Yank went up to give the crowd a comparison of the two types.  DSC_6284 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  Untitled by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6286 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6314 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6318 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6319 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6320 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6322 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6323 by Zac Yates, on Flickr In the meantime the heavy metal was getting readied…  DSC_6291 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6293 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6310 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6308 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6311 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6296 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6290 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6301 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6303 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6305 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6312 by Zac Yates, on Flickr In Whanganui John only needs one ground crew member to start the Venom, so it was amusing to see so many hi-viz-clad folk clustered around ZK-VNM!  DSC_6292 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6309 by Zac Yates, on Flickr And then it was time to get rolling…  DSC_6313 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6316 by Zac Yates, on Flickr |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2022 20:56:36 GMT 12
A few had a choice spot for the coming show – I recognised some faces!  DSC_6325 by Zac Yates, on Flickr Due to the weather the Venom’s display was curtailed in the interest of getting home safely, but it’s always a privilege to see this rare jet perform.  DSC_6328 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6329 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6330 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6331 by Zac Yates, on Flickr It’s become cliché to say “our next performer needs no introduction”, but still…!  DSC_6337 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6338 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6339 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6340 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6341 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6342 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6344 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6346 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6347 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6348 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6349 by Zac Yates, on Flickr The crowd was one of the biggest I remember seeing at Ardmore, second only to the Mosquito show in 2012. I hope this gives an idea of the number of folk present - it was wonderful to see so many families and young people!  Untitled by Zac Yates, on Flickr The Roaring Forties were excellent as always, kudos to the team (and all the pilots, for that matter) for doing so well in challenging conditions.  DSC_6352 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6353 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6354 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6355 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6357 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6358 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6359 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6362 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6366 by Zac Yates, on Flickr I was very conscious that my camera’s memory card was rather small and I had to preserve my photos, so only took this one of Dave Cranna and his Extra 300 taking off. The display was fantastic! I hope to see more of this pair in the future.  DSC_6335 by Zac Yates, on Flickr Then it was time for the final break before the final display… |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2022 21:03:14 GMT 12
However the rain finally came down and the decision was made to end the show early. We’d hoped to see the MXS, Super Cub, DR-107 One Design, Kittyhawk and airfield attack but it was simply not to be. The more delicate aircraft were covered and moved inside and the spectators either returned to check out the displays and merchandise in the two hangars or called it a day.  Untitled by Zac Yates, on Flickr  Untitled by Zac Yates, on Flickr  Untitled by Zac Yates, on Flickr  Untitled by Zac Yates, on Flickr  Untitled by Zac Yates, on Flickr  Untitled by Zac Yates, on Flickr  Untitled by Zac Yates, on Flickr  Untitled by Zac Yates, on Flickr A few hardy souls made the trip home by air!  DSC_6373 by Zac Yates, on Flickr Some waited for conditions to improve.  DSC_6374 by Zac Yates, on Flickr  DSC_6375 by Zac Yates, on Flickr While others waited for their turn to come inside.  DSC_6376 by Zac Yates, on Flickr From my standpoint despite the weather meaning we only experienced two thirds of the programme, I had a fantastic time! I got to see some wonderful aircraft (including many for the first time) and caught up with a great number of friends old and new. Thank you to the volunteers, organisers, maintenance personnel, pilots and aircraft owners for a fantastic day out! Let’s do it again some time!  Untitled by Zac Yates, on Flickr |
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Post by nuuumannn on Jun 16, 2022 13:16:52 GMT 12
Fantastic Zac, great to see. Didn't need to go now I've seen your coverage! Excellent!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 17, 2022 8:05:14 GMT 12
Thanks Grant - I fear I may have overwhelmed folk with so many pics!!
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Post by aeromuzz on Jun 17, 2022 8:33:36 GMT 12
Thanks Grant - I fear I may have overwhelmed folk with so many pics!! Since I couldn't make it there myself, it's great to see your excellent coverage. Thanks Zac. |
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Post by tbf2504 on Jun 17, 2022 8:41:18 GMT 12
Great choice of pics Zac, gives a good feeling to the day which was a little spoiled by the fickle weather NZ is experiencing at this time. Well done.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 17, 2022 16:50:14 GMT 12
Thank you gents, I truly appreciate your kind words. I was super excited to be there and I wanted to convey some of that!
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Post by machina on Aug 13, 2022 12:38:14 GMT 12
Something I’ve wondered for a while is, how come the Air Force don’t put on more of a show at these Ardmore days? They’re the only air shows in the country’s biggest city, so a prime opportunity to drive some recruitment plus raise the RNZAF’s general profile. NH90s, Texans, and some a tactical display by the Herc would be easy and awesome. Anyone have any insight?
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Post by mgmike on Aug 14, 2022 19:47:58 GMT 12
The Air Force always has a static display from the recruiters, Schools to Skies, and active aircraft in the static compound. The level of air display depends on the Air Force's aircraft availability, pilot availability, and the restrictions on performing a display within the confines of Ardmore's airspace. For the June Open Day, further displays had been planned but several of their pilots came down with Covid a few days prior. NZ Warbirds has an excellent relationship with the RNZAF and we always talk to them well in advance. There have been NH90 and Texan displays at prior events, and Covid and weather allowing, will hopefully happen again in December.
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Post by machina on Sept 1, 2022 19:38:21 GMT 12
The Air Force always has a static display from the recruiters, Schools to Skies, and active aircraft in the static compound. The level of air display depends on the Air Force's aircraft availability, pilot availability, and the restrictions on performing a display within the confines of Ardmore's airspace. For the June Open Day, further displays had been planned but several of their pilots came down with Covid a few days prior. NZ Warbirds has an excellent relationship with the RNZAF and we always talk to them well in advance. There have been NH90 and Texan displays at prior events, and Covid and weather allowing, will hopefully happen again in December. Hi Mike, thanks for the reply. Just to be clear my post wasn’t meant as a dig, and I’m aware that all those factors will be at play. I’m a regular at these shows so aware of what is shown and that forms the basis of my question which, I guess, is aimed at the RNZAF brass who in my eyes are missing a trick. How likely is an end of year show? I’m dead keen and have been checking the website and here for any announcements as it will be my First Born’s first show and I’m looking forward to carrying on the tradition! |
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Post by ErrolC on Nov 28, 2022 6:14:10 GMT 12
Finally putting up my photos from this, just before the next one.  Harvard 92 Away by Errol Cavit, on Flickr  Nippy! by Errol Cavit, on Flickr  Sweet SSW by Errol Cavit, on Flickr  Compact by Errol Cavit, on Flickr  Warbirds On Parade by Errol Cavit, on Flickr  Warbirds On Parade by Errol Cavit, on Flickr  Warbirds On Parade by Errol Cavit, on Flickr  Spotted by Errol Cavit, on Flickr  Warbirds On Parade by Errol Cavit, on Flickr  MOTAT's Sunderland turret by Errol Cavit, on Flickr  Yak-52 ZK-YIK by Errol Cavit, on Flickr  Heave-Ho! by Errol Cavit, on Flickr |
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