Inverted F-104 - Would this be legal these days? (Updated)

[Uuoret]

I distinctly remember people moving back from the crowdline when the Belgian Silvers performed. Again, apologies for the quality, but it is quite rare I think...?



UPDATE

This would be frowned on, I guess!!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyBDEG9dg-Q

[capercaillie]

What are you really asking?

Yes, an in service military jet would be able to perform an inverted flypast within the parameters of the display conditions.

No, any F-104 flying would not be able to perform an inverted flypast at an airshow in the UK as of today as it would be civilian owned.

The Belgian Air Force F-104 team were nothing to do with Diablo Rouges who flew Magisters, they were called the Slivers and by all accounts flew much lower than what is permitted today, so yes they would have to change their routine to suit the rules.

As for the picture, not one of your best.

[Uuoret]

Thanks for the info!

I did apologise for the quality (I was only 12!!) but I've been asked to put up these oldies as and when I scan them for the historic interest.

Should I stop as I'm quite new to this?

John

[Nighthawke]

John - please do not stop posting just because of one negative comment. Your posts are what this section should be about - nostalgic photos which, let's face it are never going to be up to today's digital standards but as is often said the content outweighs the quality.

[rolypoly33]

All the pictures you have posted have been brilliant .cameras back then had to be set manually you got what you set had many small images myself,no Photoshop then keep up the good work
Richard

[david14]

I agree - do keep posting this type of photo!

[Sparts99]

Yes keep posting. Slivers were a highlight of the Biggin Hill displays in my youth, loved them. When I was even younger the Frecce Triccolori on Fiat G-91s who used to close the show as I recall. I remember the solo display aircraft flying over the front of the crowd inverted and very low. Exciting at the time but with hindsight totally unnecesssary.

[paddyboy]

Hi John

Brilliant pic

Proper WR&N

I can remember 'Les Diables Rouge' with their Fouga Magisters at Colts' 'At Home' displays back in the 60's

Thanks for posting

Paddyboy

[JONLITE06]

Like they always say.......if you can't say anything nice.......then don't say anything at all!!