That's why the new VC-25B (when they eventually get delivered) will not have AAR as it was not worth the costs. The military wanted the aerial refuelling capability for the VC-25Bs but the decision was made by Trump to cut it. Even Republicans on Capitol Hill were shocked that the capability was be...

Just a heads up for anyone planning a visit. I went to visit today (Tuesday May 13th) to find that hangars 3, 4 and 5, are shut due to flooding. Not sure how long this will go on for but might be worth checking with them before making a long journey. Well I guess there has been a lot of rain of lat...

It was said it would be an Air Force One with less systems on board, just for transport within the USA. A perfect plane for his visits to Mar-A-Lago. For international transport the old VC-25’s would still be used I can't see the secret service or chiefs of staff allowing it. You only have to look ...

That's interesting and thanks for finding it. Certainly proves the point that operations can be carried out from motorway-type roads, but I was a little puzzled that the first frame showed a curved section, which might well prove a little tricky for military aircraft operations! No problem. Thanks.

3:23 and 6:36 RAF Jaguars using the Autobahn, 1984 in following video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYpbI9Myrb0

From 1984. Sadly the media is currently not available. RAF Jaguars using an autobahn. Description Object description Unedited films of NATO aircraft taking part in an exercise where an autobahn is used as a runway. Full description I. The Neubauamt Oldenburg autobahn being used for a NATO exercise. ...

So he proved that the Jag could land and take-off on a public road. Did they ever subsequently do that whilst in service with the RAF? In 1977, four Royal Air Force (RAF) Jaguars from No. 31 Squadron in West Germany operated from a section of the newly constructed autobahn between Bremen and Bremer...

At least 10 KC-10s are up for auction. KC-10 Aircraft, Tail Number 86-0036, Engines: Mfr. General Electric, Mdl. CF6-50C2. This aircraft is missing 1 of the 3 commercial engines. The refueling boom system has been removed and is not included. This aircraft is in a NON-FLYABLE condition, and it is NO...

It could be Trump seeking to have the Taliban return military equipment left behind in Afghanistan? One of his election promises. “If we’re going to pay billions of dollars a year, tell them we’re not going to give them the money unless they give back our military equipment,” Trump said, referring t...

By the time any a/c are manufactured and delivered Trump will be long gone. Trump is determined to try and get a third term. That includes running as Vance's Vice President in 2028 and then having Vance step down as President. He also claims to have other options. https://uk.news.yahoo.com/trump-sa...

Video at following link for Cyprus flypast.

Puma helicopters' farewell flypast across Cyprus after remarkable 54 years of service

https://www.forcesnews.com/services/raf ... rs-service

Inside the Reaper control cabin we were introduced to "Melissa, an Imagery Analysist". Is that the modern terminology for a Photo Interpreter? Looking at the patches on her overalls, it appears she is now classified as aircrew. Is that correct? As an aside, do drone operators receive Flying Pay? "M...

I cannot recall the stats from the first programme but I think that the pilot mentioned that 5-6 drones (TBM?) were being launched every 30secs or maybe 30mins. At the end it was revealed that the Typhoons had downed 3 drones. Agreed that the Typhoon and Pilots may not be operating in a role it was...

UK MoD: British forces 'played their part' in attempts to prevent further escalation British forces "played their part" in attempts to prevent further escalation in the Middle East tonight, says defence secretary John Healey. However, it's not clear what role any UK forces played, or whether person...

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Sun Aug 25, 2024 9:26 pm

More like a Jet Provost 3. Not a Strikemaster.

BAC JET PROVOST T-52 '104'/'352'/T4 XS228 (G-PROV)


http://www.jetprovostheaven.com/jpt4/g-prov.html

Channel 4, Sunday 25th August

Guy trains to fly the fastest machine he's ever been let loose in - a classic frontline fighter jet - as he explores the origins and future of the jet engine


https://www.channel4.com/programmes/guy-martin-top-gun

Yes, of course. The decision could have been made to terminate the re-build. Time will tell! Update on that. The FY25 Defense Appropriations Act has been approved meaning that the U-2 is currently safe and that no U-2s can be divested. Preventing the early retirement of three ships and retaining the...

Pic of 80-1099 undergoing re-build at following link.

https://aviationweek.com/defense-space/ ... ntrol-role

Thanks for the info and links - v helpful. I was thinking of using the A17 side for photography but I wonder if that spot might be too close to the flypast. Any idea at what height they fly 250 or 500ft? NOTAM's silent/ See following from 2023. Filmed from L on the RAF Cranwell guide. https://www.t...

Thinking about going to Cranwell to see the rehearsal. Spot on the A17 looks good...but will they be applying parking restrictions?? See following guide for Cranwell. Most people use 'L'. Plenty of parking on the grass at that location. https://www.thunder-and-lightnings.co.uk/spotting/cranwell.php