New to FC or not so new? Introduce yourself here.

[Handypete]

Hi, everyone.
I have eventually joined this forum as I have heard that this the best place to get all the latest info and best pics.
My name is Pete 40 years old or young lol . I have bean into planes for as long as I can remember.

[XWP29]

Welcome Pete, hope you'll enjoy your membership, it's a great place to be.

[Mollieanna]

Hi everyone reading this,
I am newer than new at this. Female, just retired with a little bit of spare time on my hands. Love noisy things. Live closeish to Lakenheath and Mildenhall. Have been and sat in the 'spotting areas' (is that what it is called?) a couple of times but have only ever spotted big American trucks! How do you know when something interesting is coming in or leaving?
Sorry to be such a numpty by one does have to ask, if one does not know these things.
Regards
Mollieanna

[Evergreen 44]

Hello All,

Just joined forum. Not sure where the first message went so will try a quick intro here

Been into the hobby for a while now and found how well-informed and good-natured this group is.

Having to rely on over-flights to see things regularly but manage the occasional airfield visit now and again

Looking forward to contributing where I can

All the best,

Paul
EG44

[XWP29]

Hi everyone reading this,
I am newer than new at this. Female, just retired with a little bit of spare time on my hands. Love noisy things. Live closeish to Lakenheath and Mildenhall. Have been and sat in the 'spotting areas' (is that what it is called?) a couple of times but have only ever spotted big American trucks! How do you know when something interesting is coming in or leaving?
Sorry to be such a numpty by one does have to ask, if one does not know these things.
Regards
Mollieanna

Hi Mollieanna,
Welcome, Lakenheath is quiet because many of the F15's and Pavehawk Helios are away. Mildenhall is probably your best bet at present.
Try looking at ADS-B on the internet and select Military Aircraft. Once you have made 5 posts you will have access to the heads up section.
Enjoy the forum.

[ianlane1960]

One of the many feedback themes we have received is that there is no dedicated area for new members to introduce themselves.

All new and recently joined members, or those who are not so new but still wish to introduce themselves, please feel free to do so here.

Welcome to Fighter Control.

That's me, latest newbie. I'm an avid togger and spend hours on hills when I can chasing that elusive photo of a lifetime hoping to improve my overall knowledge of military aviation here and hopefully share a bit too.

[Tiga1050]

Hi,
(Fairly) recently retired and rekindling my interest in military aviation. Hoping to combine some other interests - motorcycling, photography, radio - into more frequent visits to various airfields.
Not quite so many to choose from as there used to be when I was younger. I think those of us who were active in the 70's and 80's had the best of it.
Still, we have to go with what we have.
Looking forward to it.

[paddyboy]

Welcome aboard, buddy

Paddyboy

[Brum]

Hi guys I'm a newbie here really looking for some info and decals for F48 Tomcat as per Top Gun
Decals 1:48 scale top gun for my partners boy who is absolutely besotted I a am a military modelling enthusiast looking at Building and painting model before Christmas I believe that decals are available from China any info gratefully received thanks in anticipation ....brum

[mjnt777]

Hi All
I started my working life at the Hawker Siddeley aircraft factory. I am retired and my main interest is Military aircraft photography. I took this up 3 years ago and started on the LFA7 Mach Loop. During this time I have made some good friends with the same interest. As a result I travelled to Switzerland last year with some of these friends and attended the Sion Air show.
This year I am already booked on to the 3 day RIAT and saving to improve my photographic equipment

[airfixpilot]

Old hat Me, joined FC in October 2009, maybe earlier in the old FC. Taking my username from Airfix (model kit maker) and Pilot, becouse I am only 5th 2ish. My intrest in aircraft began as a youngster when I went to finingly airshow, then Waddington airshow. Frequent visits to crash gate at Binbrook to see Lightnings.

Joining the ATC when I was fourteen as a member of 195 Grimsby squadron, it furthered my intrest in aircraft and at sixteen try ed to join the RAF. Unfortunately I didn't get in due to previous medical record. Staying on with the ATC, I became one of the first cadets to format 866 squadron Immingham ATC . Working up to cadet flight Sargent, then finished up as an civilian instructor at Immingham.
I recommend the ATC to any young boy or girl.

Now over the years with Fighter Control I have found it an invaluable asset, were nearly all aspects of military aviation is catered for, from modeling to photography, from airband to RAF bases. With a knowledge base with very friendly members ready and will in to help all. I have met members here who are understanding of each others needs. Here I must praise members who are happy to help me, in buying items and giving me time to pay in installment, which is rare in this day and age, were trust is needed (Thank you to those members).

To sum up, this site and those who run this forum (and its sister site, Civilian Aviation Forum), it's such a rich and diverse site for the enthusiast were members are welcome and make friends and learn more about their hobby. I thank you.

[Tarnish9]

Just popped in to say hello and that I live in Southport and spend as much time as I can at Warton, Valley, Lakenheath, Coningsby etc etc

Love both the Civil and Military have done for many years. Looking forward to have a read up on the Forum, thanks for having me here

[paddyboy]

Hi Guys

Welcome aboard the friendly aviation forum

Paddyboy

[One-Oh-Four]

Hi, I'm Erik. Signed up almost 2 years ago, but it seems that this is my first posting!
Anyhow, I like to photograph aircraft, so here I am....

BTW, for those wondering; my forumname is a tribute to my late father who was a fighter pilot in the Royal Netherlands' Air Force. He flew the F-84E/G Thunderjet, the F-84F Thunderstreak, the T-33 and the F-104G Starfighter.


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[C-Harvey]

Welkom, welcome

Pass on your knowledge, post a picture, enjoy the site.

[C24]

Hi Erik, welcome. I look forward to your snaps of F16s & particularly RNAF/Army helicopters

[paddyboy]

Hi Erik

Welcome aboard the friendly aviation forum

Best regards

Paddyboy

[Funtera]

Good Afternoon,

Name's Steve from Birmingham .. out at Wellesbourne a fair bit looking at XM655
Also out at West Mids Safari Park quite a few times a year
(and)
In the Mach Loop 9+ times a Year sat on CAD East

funtera77 on Flickr
@funtera

[paddyboy]

Hi Steve

Welcome aboard

Paddyboy

[belgarath_1]

Hi,

The names Paul, i'm 55 and live in Witney, Oxfordshire I have had an interest in aviation since a young age. Am ex RAF, served at RAF's Lyneham, Gutersloh and completed my service at Brize Norton. I mainly attend airshows with the occasional trip to the loop, however due to taking early retirement may expand to some airfield trips.

Rgds