Coningsby "Sunset Photoshoot"

[Rockstar]

Understand the contact name given has been/is off on sick leave at present, therefore awaiting contact.

[Rockstar]

Just picked this up off the Coningsby Station Homepage - published today

http://www.raf.mod.uk/rafconingsby/news ... C31E4D38CD

[jamesv9820]

Hammer

I presume as the money has been taken from my account and not refunded that I was successful? I did write twice in the last day bit have not heard back yet?

It would be good to know if this is the case or if it was sold out and the people were unsuccessful that the monies could be returned?

[napalm42]

Received e-mail today,all tickets allocated.

Obviously not everybody,me included thinks it is a rip-off . Great to have the oppurtunity

better luck next time !!

[jamesv9820]

Got an email saying my application was successful. Looking forward to it!

[benji1867]

as above, cheque in the post tonight

[Gary]

DBH is given 2 FRIAT Mach 3 members the chance to be at the night shoot

CALLING ALL FRIAT MACH 3 MEMBERS*

Later this month, RAF Coningsby is staging an exclusive sunset photoshoot - offering enthusiasts the opportunity to capture dramatic twilight images of military aircraft past and present.

Although all 50 tickets for the event from 6pm to 9pm on Tuesday 29 September have been snapped up - the Air Tattoo has managed to secure two tickets to this exclusive event and is offering two 2015 FRIAT MACH 3 members the opportunity to attend.

If you would like the chance to secure a ticket to the RAF Coningsby Sunset Photo Shoot, please email with your name and contact telephone number, stating that you wish to be entered into the draw. Please put 'Sunset Photo Shoot' in the email subject line.

The deadline for entries is noon on Friday, September 11.

Anyone who purchased RIAT 2015 MACH 3 packages on behalf of others, is requested to forward this email on to them.

A full list of the aircraft on display will be made available on arrival, however, this select group can expect to see Typhoons and Battle of Britain Memorial flight airframes parked in unique configurations.

One of the organisers said: "We've not staged a sunset photoshoot on this scale before. It's going to be good!"


Conditions: The names of two RIAT 2015 FRIAT MACH 3 members will be drawn after the deadline of noon, on Friday, September 11. The winners will each receive a ticket to the Sunset Photo Shoot on Tuesday, September 29, from 6pm-9pm. The winners will be required to make their own way to RAF Coningsby and cover any other expenses. The station will provide a hot roll and beverage during the evening. Photo ID will be required.

Photo Credit: Chris Lofting.

*Those who purchased a RIAT 2015 FRIAT MACH 3 package

The email address is included on the email you should have received

[airworld]

Sadly, I wont be going but did apply through my friend Jack wills. This would have meant a two hour drive each way for us but would have done it gladly for the chance be part of something really good. I moan at the cost of a ticket to see Man United if my wife decides to go ( I don't as I'm not a fan )so £40 seemed pretty reasonable to me. As we didn't get tickets weve got a base visit sorted for that day anyway due to my daughter being based their as an avionic engineer but I would have loved to stay for the evening shoot as well. will still try for the next one though.

Rob

[Doughnut]

Did anybody attend this event, if so what aircraft were present please.

[TonyO]

Keen to see some results!

[Northolt Nobbler]

Did anybody attend this event, if so what aircraft were present please.

Typhoons from each of the frontline sqns
1 x Typhoon in a Rubb hangar
29 Sqn Centenary ac
41 Sqn Centenary ac
Battle of Britain Typhoon
3 x Sentries inc the 8 Sqn Centenary jet
BBMF Spitfire P7350
BBMF Hurricane LF363
BBMF Dakota, 2 x Spitfires and the silver/dayglo Chipmunk were also outside
12 Sqn Centenary Tornado
41 Sqn Tornado

I think that was it..

And before anyone asks, there wasn't a Typhoon in 1435 Flight markings as the Man from Del Monte said "No!"

[Doughnut]

Although I was not there congratulations to the ground personnel at Coningsby for preparing and moving all the aircraft both before and after the photo shoot. These things do not happen by themselves.

[Neil D]

Although I was not there congratulations to the ground personnel at Coningsby for preparing and moving all the aircraft both before and after the photo shoot. These things do not happen by themselves.

I have put some on twitter @Chiv63.

Neil

[jamesv9820]

A few from the night


CBY 290915-1441-2 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

CBY 290915-1430 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

CBY 290915-1428 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

CBY 290915-1421 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

CBY 290915-1411 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

CBY 290915-1409 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

Night Shoot-1417 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

Night Shoot-1412-2 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

Night Shoot-1430 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

Night Shoot-1498 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

Night Shoot-1506 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

Night Shoot-1418 by James Vaitkevicius, on Flickr

[TonyO]

The covers should have been off that 12 Sqn GR4.

[jamesv9820]

The covers should have been off that 12 Sqn GR4.

It was stipulated at the outset that no covers would be removed from the aircraft.

[TonyO]

The covers should have been off that 12 Sqn GR4.

It was stipulated at the outset that no covers would be removed from the aircraft.

And no-one asked for their money back?

[jamesv9820]

Why would they? It is the first time that I can remember where there has been access to over 10 front line jets, BBMF and E-3D's;the money has gone to the Coningsby charity to pay for their fireworks night so it has gone to benefit others.

Personally I am not worried about RBF tags, covers etc. it was stated from the outset that they would not and will not be removed on future events. I am just grateful to get access to a busy frontline base; the volunteers could not do enough to accommodate the spotters, ranging from getting the fire service out to wet the pan under the hurricane and camouflaged typhoon, to turning off the ASP lights each side to help light the photos. If that is not good enough I do not know what else is.

[TonyO]

If they can do all those things, then removing RBF tags and engine covers for a short time should not have been an issue. The difference between images with and without them are like night day, and I know many will agree with me.

[Blue Diamond]

Why would they? It is the first time that I can remember where there has been access to over 10 front line jets, BBMF and E-3D's;the money has gone to the Coningsby charity to pay for their fireworks night so it has gone to benefit others.

Personally I am not worried about RBF tags, covers etc. it was stated from the outset that they would not and will not be removed on future events. I am just grateful to get access to a busy frontline base; the volunteers could not do enough to accommodate the spotters, ranging from getting the fire service out to wet the pan under the hurricane and camouflaged typhoon, to turning off the ASP lights each side to help light the photos. If that is not good enough I do not know what else is.

Sounds like you had a good time. Wish I could have joined you but I was already committed elsewhere. Amazes me how some people can moan about an event they didn't attend.