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Post by SEAN on Feb 17, 2006 11:37:29 GMT 12
FYI
The latest edition of RNZAF News mentions that Paul Harrison (an old boss of mine) has been commissioned by the No 5 Sqn Association to write a book on the history of the P3-B/K in service with the RNZAF since 1966, and will be published in Sep 06, to mark the 40th anniversary of the Orion in RNZAF Service.
One to look out for.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Feb 17, 2006 18:06:44 GMT 12
This sounds like a good idea. Paul Harrison is a great author too. I'm sure he;ll do it justice. Thanks for the heads up Sean.
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Post by SEAN on May 3, 2006 7:18:12 GMT 12
Here are some more details of this book:  The book launch of Kiwi Orions is scheduled for September this year and will coincide with the 40th anniversary of the introduction of the P3 into RNZAF service. The cost of a copy is estimated to be somewhere around NZ$30 but perhaps less - much depends on demand. The more copies printed, the lower the cost. To estimate the size of the print run it is necessary to gauge likely demand. We therefore urge anyone at all who might want a copy to register a no obligation expression of interest. This invitation extends to non Association members, the general public and people who live overseas. To register your interest send an email to the Association Secretary b-nelson@clear.net.nz or simply click on the site feedback link www.5sqnassn.org.nz/feedback.htm and indicate yes to book. We guarantee no hard sell follow-up. A b o u t t h e B o o k Kiwi Orions is being researched and written by noted author Paul Harrison and promises to be a very good read for all those associated in any way with the Lockheed P3 Orion and indeed for anyone with an interest in aviation or the RNZAF. It would also make a great gift for an aviation minded friend or associate. Kiwi Orions will start with the project development period prior to delivery in 1966 and go through to the present day. In doing so it will go behind the scenes and beyond bare historic facts. The book will extend to anecdotes about past and present 5 Squadron operations, adventures and personalities. The kiwi Orions story is eminently collectable. It will one day no doubt fascinate future generations of readers who will likely live in a world where the Orion has been replaced by an all tech no charm unmanned aircraft. Any one interested in a copy should use the following link to register their interest: www.5sqnassn.org.nz/noticeboard.html |
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Post by xr6turbo on Jun 3, 2006 22:18:44 GMT 12
Must get a copy, it looks good ;D
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Post by steve on Jun 5, 2006 1:49:17 GMT 12
Yes looks like a excelent book...the p3k and it updates will be around for many more years...maybe a future govt will arm them with something more than cameras to provide the region with some clout if push came to shove ...who knows...
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jun 7, 2006 18:48:29 GMT 12
Have you guys registered your interest in purchasing it yet?
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Post by corsair67 on Jun 7, 2006 19:36:40 GMT 12
Yes, I've put myself down for at least two copies, and I can't wait to get hold of them.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jun 7, 2006 20:01:10 GMT 12
After some discussion on this thread got too indepth with politics and too far away from the subject Paul Harrision's book, followed by a suggestion that I was responsible for the meandering of the thread because i was not moderating it right, I have removed all the topics which were irrellevent to the thread.
I accept partial blame for the posts of course as i was involved, but now the political topic is closed and this thread is for discussion of the book please, and the Orion anniversary if necessary.
Sorry to be heavy handed, but apparently I have not been moderating enough of my own posts to keep it civil. I shall try harder in future.
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Post by steve on Jun 8, 2006 1:47:53 GMT 12
Dave....just robust discussion....all discussion i read was civil...maybe i missed something...however i really appreciated yours and others political views which are, in this country more common than mine... defence is political and differences and passion of beliefs are important to discuss ...it can be a little tricky to limit discussion to a particualr thread in this case the upcoming Orion Book (which I ordered !) However as moderator you have to be.... i suppose Speaker of the House and Prime Minister at the same time!! Na ..you are doing an excellent job..........Do you think a defence polictical sub board is worth considering ....where all polical views from the far left to the far right are expressed in relation to foreign afffairs/defence?
As for me ....i would join the commie party if we could reinstate the former status of RNZAF ....sorry done it again way of topic!!.....
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Post by steve on Sept 1, 2006 1:29:17 GMT 12
Any updates on this book?
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Post by SEAN on Sept 4, 2006 11:07:06 GMT 12
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Post by phil82 on Sept 4, 2006 11:19:04 GMT 12
I wonder if they have the single aircrew fatality in there? A good friend on a crew of a P3 collapsed on a flight some distance out of Auckland, and the pilot put the nose down and tail up and made a very fast continuous max air speed return to Whenuapai, but sadly to no avail. Flt lt ........was dead on arrival, an air embolism or something as I recall.
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Post by phil82 on Sept 4, 2006 11:25:22 GMT 12
That www.link doesn't work Sean! Do you have to write in to buy a copy? Anyone ordered one yet? |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Sept 4, 2006 11:48:19 GMT 12
That link works for me ok.
That's sad to hear about your friend who died in flight.
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Post by phil82 on Sept 4, 2006 12:47:12 GMT 12
The link on here works Dave, but not the "link within the Link" to the WWW. site.
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Post by flyjoe180 on Sept 12, 2006 16:58:30 GMT 12
Good insert in the latest Aviation News for this book
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