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Taiwan trip 2019 - ROCAF

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Taiwan trip 2019 - ROCAF

Post by D2X » Mon Dec 16, 2019 7:28 pm

Hi guys,

I am pleased to share with you some pictures taken two months ago in Taiwan. Some difficulties with the aerial activity, the weather and sometimes the military police but finally, I am pretty happy with the result.

First stop at Hualien AB.

ImageLockheed Martin F-16A 6672 by Kévin Duretz, sur Flickr

ImageLockheed C-130H 1319 by Kévin Duretz, sur Flickr

ImageLockheed Martin F-16B 6824 by Kévin Duretz, sur Flickr

Some very nice F-5 at Taitung AB.

ImageNorthrop F-5F 5403 by Kévin Duretz, sur Flickr

ImageNorthrop F-5E 5272 by Kévin Duretz, sur Flickr

ImageLockheed C-130H 1316 by Kévin Duretz, sur Flickr

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Post by D2X » Mon Dec 16, 2019 7:28 pm

And then, a last stop at Hsinchu AB with the sun and a nice activity !

ImageDassault Mirage 2000-5 Ei 2020 by Kévin Duretz, sur Flickr

ImageBeechcraft 1900C 1911 by Kévin Duretz, sur Flickr

ImageDassault Mirage 2000-5 Ei 2039 by Kévin Duretz, sur Flickr

ImageDassault Mirage 2000-5 Di 2056 by Kévin Duretz, sur Flickr

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Post by Ross Forsyth » Mon Dec 16, 2019 7:48 pm

Lovely set of images,nice and crisp and those F-5`s look lovely

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Post by paddyboy » Tue Dec 17, 2019 5:35 am

Hi Kevin :P

I spy gorgeous little Northrops :Wow:

The rest of the set is pretty darn good too :thumbs:

Thanks for poesting :thumb:

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Post by Ridge Runner » Tue Dec 17, 2019 12:38 pm

Nice Herks and Mirages :)

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Post by dragonchaser » Tue Dec 17, 2019 1:12 pm

Great shots,despite the challenges you encountered, love the F5’s :thumb:

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Post by Seahawk 11 » Tue Dec 17, 2019 2:20 pm

Real good set of photos there, I also love the F-5s,

Rob

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Post by LTFT5 » Tue Dec 17, 2019 3:08 pm

Mirage 2000- 5s and F5s (love the F variant) in one post what is not to like :thumb:
Great set, thoroughly enjoyed viewing them.
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Post by D2X » Tue Dec 17, 2019 8:42 pm

Thank you guys ! I also appreciate the F-5, especially the F one ;)

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Post by Van Bullitt » Wed Dec 18, 2019 2:31 pm

Lovely stuff. Heading there in Jan 2021 and looks a good decision based on your post 😁😁

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Post by matt e » Wed Dec 18, 2019 7:15 pm

nice set,another vote for the F-5S

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Post by Doughnut » Sun Dec 22, 2019 11:26 am

Are there any spotting guides for Taiwan ?
What is the attitude of the military or local police to our hobby ?
From previous experience what is best time of year to visit for the weather

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Post by BFM » Sun Dec 22, 2019 12:12 pm

Fantastic shots.

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Post by Supra » Sun Dec 22, 2019 12:52 pm

You can glean much of the information you require from those who have visited previously & included details accompanying their photo-postings. 4-Aviation Tours to these locations also have detail reports on previous Tours which give an indication of bases which provide better opportunities than others. Google Taiwan weather seasons & see if your conclusions match others actual experience as preferable times to visit. Your main issues revolve around security & the anti-Communist China threat, which Europeans visiting Taiwan can incredibly be included in. :ninja:
Most all bases (except Training bases?) are surrounded by high concrete walls which preclude any view into the base. If you can find an elevated viewing location, the chances of remaining there for long can be as little as twenty minutes. Even the 'Locals' don't show themselves until the last minute to get their shots. You will certainly come under surveillance from minute 5 of arrival. Typically pseudo-spotters with small SLR cameras whose preference is to immediately pretend to use their mobile phone by putting to their ear to take pictures of you, whilst paying no attention to the flying in front of them!
Frequent interviews by 'Men in Black' or airbase Military Security personnel, or both is usual & thereafter your presence is reluctantly tolerated, provided you don't photograph into the base!(even though the Locals do?) Worse by far are the Civil Police who have ZERO understanding & tolerance! They will remove you immediately from whatever location you choose, including the public highway & robustly deny your return. :@
There is definitely an air of adventure to visiting Taiwan, but the low-risk stalking of images can be well worth it! Good Hunting.

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Post by Supra » Sun Dec 22, 2019 12:58 pm

Forgot to say in previous post, great set of shots D2X. You certainly made the most of the challenging opportunities. Taitung is a great location & good for weekends too!:thumb:

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Post by Blackcat1 » Sun Dec 22, 2019 8:30 pm

Great variety!
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