Sneaky, cheeky Bank Holiday update....

Flightline UK wrote:It would be far more exciting for the Cosford organisers if it did attempt to land and join the static park!

True, probably for the best it's not going to...........

And it's flying, not just for the static park........

May well be the case and perhaps also the aircraft in question may already have cause to be in this part of the world at that time.

Find that interesting in that they have declined the invite from RIAT. True, but if everyone that was invited went to RIAT he show would be a fortnight long! I agree, but just thought that it being the RAF's 100th NZ would be represented at RIAT given the close connections between our two countries...

Find that interesting in that they have declined the invite from RIAT.

Cosford have tweeted a 'tickler'. Three symbols - sheep, kiwi fruit, rugby ball............ (Hmmm wonder which country that could be,,,)

Steve

Actually I'm looking forward to having a cheeky one or two during the show. Not driving down so that's a help on that score. We've booked a weekend break with National Travel including coach to and from, dinner, bed and breakfast on Saturday night and entry to the show all included. All sounds nicel...

Mark wrote:Fair enough... Beer break then, haha!!

That would be all day then..........

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Mark wrote:Well there's your toilet break...

That's a bit unkind...........

Steve

Maybe it will join the formation again at the end. I can't see that they wouldn't do the Trenchard at the RAF's own major display if they are able.

Steve

This is my first RIAT and first 'big' show since the late 80's so everything will be new to me..!

Steve

Remember the World of Sport Wrestling very well with the great 'hello grappling fans' Kent Walton. We were discussing this a while back and remembering some of the names from the ring at the time. Mick McManus, Jackie Pallo, Big Daddy, Giant Haystacks, The Royle Brothers, Kendo Nagasaki, Billy Two R...

A few places to quench your thirst when walking to or from the end of the runway. Can recommend Ocean's Cocktail Bar upstairs at the front of the shopping centre (in front of the Spar). Nice food, very well priced with a pint of Tropical for 1.50. Nice view of aircraft on finals also. A C-130 looks ...

We've stayed down Los Pocillos way last couple of years. Nice rooftop room at the Costa Mar just down the road from you, Cheap and cheerful but a great view. Prior to that we stayed at the Costa Sal twice and the Beatriz Playa. Back in September in a bungalow at Las Gaviotas right on the front near ...

No, there's usually something to see. Mostly civil but with the occasional splash of military. Where were you staying?

Steve

The Aussies are sending a Wedgetail so maybe he could find a spare seat.....

Steve

I know its a long way to come but I did expect the RNZAF to appear for the RAF's 100th anniversary considering the history of Kiwi's serving over the years. Steve It was only a few weeks back that the CAS of the RNZAF "I look forward to seeing you all at RIAT" on Twitter. So it looks like he's visi...

Already looking forward to my September visit...

I know its a long way to come but I did expect the RNZAF to appear for the RAF's 100th anniversary considering the history of Kiwi's serving over the years.

Steve