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by Dan M
Tue Jul 11, 2017 11:45 am
Forum: Scampton
Topic: Scampton Air Show
Replies: 215
Views: 312698

Re: Scampton Air Show

If the Fitter, Buc, and Phantom come under the same umbrella as the Hunter, how come they don't fly?
by Dan M
Wed Jun 28, 2017 12:05 pm
Forum: Scampton
Topic: Scampton Air Show
Replies: 215
Views: 312698

Re: Scampton Air Show

A few good points there Warthog. However, todays showpiece show is of course RIAT, which all big shows will be measured against. When its organised by the same people who organise RIAT and tickets are sold at a comparable price, it will of course leave a bad taste in a few peoples mouths when they l...
by Dan M
Wed Jun 07, 2017 11:48 am
Forum: The Fighter Control Mess
Topic: Any Super Hornet's due in Europe?
Replies: 19
Views: 7710

Re: Any Super Hornet's due in Europe?

Why have you added this to a two year old thread?
by Dan M
Fri Jun 02, 2017 11:59 am
Forum: RAF Fairford
Topic: EX ARCTIC CHALLENGE/BALTOPS/SABRE STRIKE/AMPLE STRIKE 17
Replies: 288
Views: 97115

Re: EX ARCTIC CHALLENGE/BALTOPS/SABRE STRIKE/AMPLE STRIKE 17

Gary wrote:Tomorrow might see some activity. A single altitude like that has been used by bombers (among other) usually with tanker support viewtopic.php?f=139&t=147004
That link is telling me I need to be logged in and registered?
by Dan M
Wed May 03, 2017 11:48 am
Forum: RIAT
Topic: Royal International Air Tattoo 2017 Discussion Thread
Replies: 1034
Views: 317903

Re: Royal International Air Tattoo 2017 Discussion Thread

Mark wrote:That's really made my day!!

:clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:

Hoping and praying that they actually leave on the official departure day!!
Indeed, cant recall a BUFF leaving on the Monday for a long time
by Dan M
Tue May 02, 2017 11:59 am
Forum: Scampton
Topic: Scampton Air Show
Replies: 215
Views: 312698

Re: Scampton Air Show

eagle driver wrote:Looks to be shaping up to be the north,s Riat .IE - Very expensive and not much in the way of aircraft, then again what do you expect from a show in the UK these days
I take it you've not been to many RIATS lately....or indeed seen the confirmed participants already for this years show!
by Dan M
Tue Apr 25, 2017 11:41 am
Forum: RIAT
Topic: Royal International Air Tattoo 2017 Discussion Thread
Replies: 1034
Views: 317903

Re: Royal International Air Tattoo 2017 Discussion Thread

youth wrote:
peasus911 wrote:Great news if confirmed :clap:
You are joking! :whistle:
Seconded!
by Dan M
Mon Mar 20, 2017 12:44 pm
Forum: The Fighter Control Mess
Topic: C-5A's
Replies: 10
Views: 4434

Re: C-5A's

One arrived at the hall this morning
by Dan M
Wed Mar 01, 2017 12:49 pm
Forum: The Fighter Control Mess
Topic: RAF Mildenhall to close. Lakenheath to get F-35 by 2020
Replies: 1467
Views: 585419

Re: RAF Mildenhall to close. Lakenheath to get F-35 by 2020

Is that the same Waddington that has just re-opened after the best part of three years and many millions of pounds spent on upgrades?
by Dan M
Mon Feb 20, 2017 12:57 pm
Forum: The Fighter Control Mess
Topic: RAF Mildenhall to close. Lakenheath to get F-35 by 2020
Replies: 1467
Views: 585419

Re: RAF Mildenhall to close. Lakenheath to get F-35 by 2020

Not sure about the mission times, but the one difference as far as your question is concerned, is that we can use our own tankers to refuel the E3's. The RC's are boom refuelling only, hence the need for a USAF tanker.
by Dan M
Fri Feb 10, 2017 12:46 pm
Forum: The Fighter Control Mess
Topic: SUBS
Replies: 12
Views: 3784

Re: SUBS

If its in the sun it must be true....
by Dan M
Wed Feb 01, 2017 12:51 pm
Forum: The Fighter Control Mess
Topic: Fighter Control Highlights of the Month - Dec 16 - Jan 17
Replies: 9
Views: 3707

Re: Fighter Control Highlights of the Month - Dec 16 - Jan 1

Another nice roundup Steven, thank you.

Regards

Dan
by Dan M
Thu Jan 19, 2017 12:52 pm
Forum: RAF Lakenheath
Topic: C5 at Lakenheath...
Replies: 10
Views: 3318

Re: C5 at Lakenheath...

Cracking idea Gary
by Dan M
Fri Dec 02, 2016 1:07 pm
Forum: The Fighter Control Mess
Topic: SR-91 Aurora
Replies: 62
Views: 29164

Re: SR-91 Aurora

Please note that while the SR-91 exists their is a similar type also in FULL operation mode, also operating from Groom Lake, in the strategic role, hence comments in Congress that the USAF could bomb any-where in the world within 3 hours.... Indeed. I think when we consider if these projects exist, ...
by Dan M
Fri Dec 02, 2016 12:53 pm
Forum: The Fighter Control Mess
Topic: The Fighter Control Highlights of the Month - November 2016
Replies: 7
Views: 3744

Re: The Fighter Control Highlights of the Month - November 2

Do enjoy the monthly round up, always good to see everything in one thread. Nicely done Steven.

Also, I echo Sully's comment above...a sad loss indeed

Dan
by Dan M
Mon Oct 17, 2016 12:17 pm
Forum: Airshow & Event Photography
Topic: RIAT 2016 - 6 days of aviation heaven
Replies: 16
Views: 4716

Re: RIAT 2016 - 6 days of aviation heaven

What kit do you use Nick? These are just sublime!
by Dan M
Mon Sep 19, 2016 12:16 pm
Forum: Current Military Photography
Topic: Chinook Mk.5
Replies: 4
Views: 2690

Re: Chinook Mk.5

Tanks on the sides look considerably larger than normal too
by Dan M
Fri Aug 19, 2016 11:52 am
Forum: Current Military Photography
Topic: Mildenhall & Lakenheath unofficial air show 17/08/16
Replies: 7
Views: 3310

Re: Mildenhall & Lakenheath unofficial air show 17/08/16

Some nicely marked 135's there! Nice set :thumb:
by Dan M
Wed Aug 17, 2016 11:47 am
Forum: RAF Mildenhall
Topic: MC130H
Replies: 6
Views: 2639

Re: MC130H

90-1798 has just returned to Mildenhall with a problem, not sure which variant it is though

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