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by Rhubarb
Mon May 29, 2023 9:31 pm
Forum: RAF Scampton
Topic: Proposals for RAF Scampton
Replies: 47
Views: 17173

Re: Proposals for RAF Scampton

Hi all, My latest insider information on Scampton refugee accommodation is that :- The intension is after evaluation of existing on site barracks and the like. That pre-built living units will be put down on the old main runway as and when required to keep up with refugee arrivals. Whether these wil...
by Rhubarb
Mon May 29, 2023 8:02 pm
Forum: RAF Coningsby
Topic: Coningsby Based updated
Replies: 1
Views: 1338

Re: Coningsby Based updated

Thanks a lot for this information Milky, i'm sure its very much appriciated by all. It's source if not yourself, must also be thanked by us anoraks.
by Rhubarb
Thu Nov 17, 2022 8:13 pm
Forum: The Vulcan XH558 Forum
Topic: Some large engines running ?
Replies: 5
Views: 22966

Some large engines running ?

I'll keep this short and sweet ! On Sunday 13th November I was with my family on Hatfield Moors which for those of you down south is very close to Doncaster Sheffield Civil Airport ! Well we all heard three runs of what sounded to me like the Vulcan ? It could have been a 747 cargo I suppose but the...
by Rhubarb
Sun Oct 16, 2022 8:05 pm
Forum: RAF Scampton
Topic: My Red Arrows Emergency Diversion Guesstimates !
Replies: 2
Views: 1478

My Red Arrows Emergency Diversion Guesstimates !

These figures are my wrough estimates using an ordnance survey 1: 250 000 map book. They are meant as a rule of thumb guide only to make my point ! DIVERSION STATS Based on no fire cover at the practice site A aircraft has a problem but can maintain 200mph flight for an unknown period Emergency stra...
by Rhubarb
Wed Oct 12, 2022 9:49 pm
Forum: RAF Scampton
Topic: Proposals for RAF Scampton
Replies: 47
Views: 17173

Re: Proposals for RAF Scampton

I took a nostalgic look at Scampton last week. The boarded up state of the old Officers Mess is enough to make passed WW2 serving air crew turn in their graves :'( Again I ask you and Lincoln Council? If Scampton is to become a new suburb of affordable housing and not four bedrooms executive homes ?...
by Rhubarb
Fri Oct 07, 2022 8:36 pm
Forum: RAF Waddington
Topic: Another day down the bi-pass 6/10/22
Replies: 1
Views: 830

Another day down the bi-pass 6/10/22

Thanks for the Swiss Team heads up lads, its what this forum is all about ! Went to Scampton first thing for a nostalgic look. The Bird scarer was out along with the taxiway sweeper. Red 4 was to practice later. Drove away to Wado with Dusty Springfield singing "i'm coming home again" such a sad lam...
by Rhubarb
Wed Oct 05, 2022 7:50 pm
Forum: Donna Nook Range
Topic: Donna Nook site viewing information required
Replies: 4
Views: 1210

Donna Nook site viewing information required

Been to Donna to see the seals but no idea where is the best viewing point. Is there anywhere you can park and view from your car. Could a local regular do an information page pledge. Please include toilet alternatives and best and nearest cafe and chip shop. Thanking you in anticipation. :thumbs:
by Rhubarb
Wed Sep 21, 2022 4:15 am
Forum: RAF Scampton
Topic: Scampton Long Range Radar
Replies: 11
Views: 2446

Re: Scampton Long Range Radar

Thank's all, although it's news I never wanted to here :) What about the two Historical Flght Phantoms ? So do we know the MOD's plan for the future, or lack of, it at Glorious RAF Scampton ! It seems over the passed few years what with Covid, Ukranian, and now her Majesty's death ! There is no end ...
by Rhubarb
Tue Sep 20, 2022 7:33 pm
Forum: RAF Scampton
Topic: Scampton Long Range Radar
Replies: 11
Views: 2446

Scampton Long Range Radar

On passing Scampton twice so far for Cobra Warrior noticed the radar was parked. Brushed first sighting off as maintenance :unsure: Now it's still not revolving on my second pass I'm a lot concerned :O I cannot believe it makes sense to close Scampton due to as l've stated before the whole base is c...
by Rhubarb
Wed Sep 14, 2022 8:54 am
Forum: RAF Lossiemouth
Topic: Oversea's SAR missions coming ?
Replies: 5
Views: 1746

Re: Oversea's SAR missions coming ?

Yes a Nymrod SAR aircraft was quietly dispatched to be in the right place should the Royal transport get into trouble. Thankfully it has as yet to be called on. This was also done in earlier years using Shackltons. The lucky crews went all around the world and were often treated to fabulous hospital...
by Rhubarb
Mon Sep 12, 2022 11:48 pm
Forum: RAF Lossiemouth
Topic: Oversea's SAR missions coming ?
Replies: 5
Views: 1746

Oversea's SAR missions coming ?

Due to the very sad death of the marvellous HRH Elizabeth the second. I fully expect that King Charles the third will sometime in the not so distant future undertake visits to his commonwealth nations. Therefore in line with past operations there will be a Pyhorsidon SAR aircraft dispatched to the R...
by Rhubarb
Mon Sep 12, 2022 11:10 pm
Forum: RAF Waddington
Topic: Monday 12th
Replies: 5
Views: 1980

Re: Monday 12th

Unfortunately had to go on retail therapy mission till 15:00 bst! :'( Switched on scanner at home and heard Italians on Wado approach primary looking for a recovery to 20. They requested push to vhf twr. One went around I believe. Anyway activity confirmed. Hopefully good for tomorrow!
by Rhubarb
Sun Sep 04, 2022 8:29 pm
Forum: RAF Waddington
Topic: Cobra Warrior Take Two 2022.
Replies: 185
Views: 36577

Re: Cobra Warrior Take Two 2022.

Got all the times and info ok thanks all. But ? Does anyone know who's attacking who. Who's on the goodies side and who gets to play the aggressors, considering 100 squadrons gone ? What about the contract for a firm of aggressors flying pocket rockets 'McDonald Douglass Skyhawks and old mig 29s and...
by Rhubarb
Thu Sep 01, 2022 9:07 pm
Forum: RAF Waddington
Topic: Another Day in Paradise !
Replies: 2
Views: 1454

Another Day in Paradise !

Got to Scampton around 10:00 ish. The reds were out, only seven I think due to the naughty boy's "enough said". Viewing area closed again so joined a guy at the crash gate,"both parked off the road" as good spotters should ! He was on a morning pass and was hoping for a full practice display before ...
by Rhubarb
Fri May 13, 2022 7:56 pm
Forum: RAF Waddington
Topic: Waddington Based Updated 05.07.23
Replies: 63
Views: 19047

Re: Waddington Based

:Oops: yes it was come to think ! What an embarrassment :blush: As I said so excited to see actual movement ! I've a rivet joint picture from Mildenhall on my wallpaper on my Samsung too :'( still like duck egg grey though. It's five years since I had my eyes tested, perhaps I should go on a GCSEs m...
by Rhubarb
Thu May 12, 2022 9:07 pm
Forum: RAF Waddington
Topic: Waddington Based Updated 05.07.23
Replies: 63
Views: 19047

Re: Waddington Based

Hi all, Been to The Wave today 12/5/22 and I was very pleased to see one of the "air seekers" "hate the name" doing rolla's, at least five. I was so excited I forgot to count them or take the serial number. However it had been given an all round coating of what I call "duck egg grey" which is a much...
by Rhubarb
Tue May 10, 2022 7:37 pm
Forum: RAF Leeming
Topic: Skyhawks to Leeming in April/May?
Replies: 10
Views: 4769

Re: Skyhawks to Leeming in April/May?

Is the Skyhawk rumour officially dead ? I have heard the Quatarie Hawks chatter from afar. Thinking of visiting on Thursday. Have we any hard and fast operational info please ?
by Rhubarb
Sat Apr 09, 2022 8:13 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: The Ukraine Situation
Replies: 822
Views: 89074

Re: The Ukraine Situation

Listening to bbc5 live news about Boris Johnsons visit to Ukraine to personally meet with their inspiring president ! Wow what a brave move by Boris .:thumbs: I'm not sure how many people Boris has in his team ? One wonders how this was done ? Hercules, C17, Boris in the back of a two seater Typhoon...
by Rhubarb
Mon Mar 14, 2022 5:30 am
Forum: Prestwick
Topic: Ben Nevis SAR missions.
Replies: 3
Views: 1069

Re: Ben Nevis SAR missions.

Good stuff by the court for the Gateshead school surely did not do a correct risk assessment, as all schools are aware that they must do for every outside school activity. No mention of where the £30,000 went ? It should go directly to the mountain rescue funds and any other agencies that were invol...
by Rhubarb
Mon Mar 14, 2022 5:11 am
Forum: RAF Kinloss
Topic: Runway permanently closed?
Replies: 16
Views: 5410

Re: Runway permanently closed?

Perhaps with Putin's present attitude it might be sensible to get the turpentine out ?

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