Northern Ireland Aviation Enthusiast's Forum
Aviation Events => UK - Ireland Airshows and Events => Topic started by: casper on January 05, 2009, 03:25:46 PM
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Scheduled for 5th and 6th September - if funds are available :(
List of participants
RAF Hawk
BBMF Spitfire
BBMF Hurricane
BBMF Dakota
The Blades
Team Guinot
Hawker Hunter
de havilland Vampire
Red Arrows
Eurofighter (Sunday only)
RAF Falcons
Vans RV7
Yak 50
Antonov An-2
Beech 18
Jet Provost
Husky
RN Lynx
RN Sea King
Swift Aerobatic Display Team (http://www.swiftteam.airshows.org.uk/)
Dukes of Cassut (http://www.dukesofcassutt.co.uk/)
RN Merlin
Gnat Display Team (http://www.gnatdisplayteam.com/)
Bucker Jungmann
Huey (http://www.huey.co.uk/)
Plus RFA Largs Bay and a Royal Marine beach landing (accompanied by 2 Sea Kings)
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Let's hope funds are available, and they put on a great show again.
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Check out this web site i think they made a c*** up i hope.
http://www.airshows.org.uk/2009/calendar/september.html
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I did see that, I'm assuming that it's wrong as the date I got came from one of the organisers.
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On a side note, their are 2 other airshows on the 5th and 6th, with the Vulcan attending the Victory show. I'm unsure if the Vulcan will appear at Duxford, I think it may have last year. I have been thinking, the Vulcan To The Skies couldn't possibly charge a full airshow fee if they came to portrush, could they? They wouldn't be landing (unless they refuel at Aldergrove which would introduce landing and refuelling fees) and they'd only be doing a few short fly pasts. I'm still annoyed they Shunned NI last year. I would like to think that the Vulcan would come to Ulster at least once before it inevitably becomes unairworthy again
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Portrush weren't able to pay the entire fee for the Vulcan last year after their 'partner' show pulled out at the last minute - they had allocated their budget to other acts.Not quite a case of the Vulcan shunning us. ;)
Given the amount of time spent rattling the begging bowl and threatening to halt the entire project unless 'one million pounds' is raised soon,i imagine the full fee would be charged at every show - regardless of landing etc.I doubt they'd even contemplate landing at Aldergrove (except in an emergency),in case a technical fault occurred and they couldn't get airborne again :-X
Anyway - i'd rather have half an hour of the Reds than two or three passes by the Vulcan ;)
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Yea, I guess my wording was poor, I'm just disappointed I didn't see it last year. I've never heard or seen a Vulcan flying so my aim is to see it sometime this summer. I think on a one off occasion, I'd choose the Vulcan over the Red Arrows, despite how much I love the Arrows. I'd also love to see the 4 Team Guniot aircraft (unlikely) together this year.
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I'd also love to see the 4 Team Guniot aircraft (unlikely) together this year.
Well they are displaying at the National Countrysports Fair, but how many I don't know.
http://www.dalesplanes.co.uk/index.php?topic=1047.0
What about a rare 5 aircraft display :)
http://www.airplane-pictures.net/image34476.html
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I would like to see the vulcan but i won't build my hopes up, as for refuelling i think they could make a few airshows before they need fuel.
i think it will make luechars again.
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I'd also love to see the 4 Team Guniot aircraft (unlikely) together this year.
Well they are displaying at the National Countrysports Fair, but how many I don't know.
http://www.dalesplanes.co.uk/index.php?topic=1047.0
What about a rare 5 aircraft display :)
http://www.airplane-pictures.net/image34476.html
Well Remembered. I had forgotten about the fair. Judging by the description they give of the display, looks like it's a two aircraft display :(
The five display looks awesome! I think I had heard they had done a 5 or 6 aircraft display once. Anyhow, I've been a long time fan of them ever since seeing them as a kid. Back then they were the Cadbury's Crunchie team I think. I just love the noise from the engines! Sounds like the WW2 Japanese Zero.
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The four ship was great - we did well that year 8)
It's the one act that the other half really enjoys watching - apart from the Reds of course ;)
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Team Guinot are currently looking for new sponsors as the "Guinot Deal" ends this year.
They have 6 aircraft in total-5 are operational and one still has to be painted up.
They have done the 5-ship display at a few shows in England.
Regarding the Vulcan coming to Portrush-I personally am not bothered-I think the VTTS group are a very shoddy bunch and it is my belief that until someone else takes the project on,it will continue to be run in a very poor way.
Just to explain Exactly what happened with the Vulcan last year-the reason Southport (Portrush + Southport were co-funding it) pulled out because VTTS DOUBLED the appearance fee with only a few weeks to go,so Southport told them to go stick it (rightly so in my opinion).
VTTS then went to Portrush and again they had DOUBLED the appearance fee and Portrush told them to stick it.
At the last minute Southend got a new sponsor for the Vulcan to appear and negotiated a deal with a 25% increase on the fee instead of doubling it.
So if you want to see the Vulcan fly-you will have to go to the big shows ie Duxford,Leuchars,Waddington,Jersey,etc
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Thanks for the info Angry - i'm not bothered either regards its appearance.The amount of funding it requires just seems way over the top :-X
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Exactly my feelings-better to spend what money is available on aircraft that are going to do more than a few passes.
Plenty of great civilain operated aircraft that have not displayed in N.I before ie Hunters and Gnats etc at Delta Jets ;D
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Just checked the council web site and they hope to confirm the date sometime in march.
Can't wait to see the final line up. :) :) :)
http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/show.php?id=669
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Excellent news (although not firm news) and thanks for the link.
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Airshow confirmed 5th & 6th September 09
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http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/show.php?id=669
Hasn't been updated yet. Where did you hear?
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There are some old pages still listed.
Show site is www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk (http://www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk)
The organisers have a very encouraging "promise" list and are waiting the nod to announce it.
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Thanks TTF for the info - even a sample? Go on you know you want to :)
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There are some old pages still listed.
Show site is www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk (http://www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk)
The organisers have a very encouraging "promise" list and are waiting the nod to announce it.
Cough PM cough ;):)
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Err - don't want to get egg on my face but RAF participation more than 2008 - like 2007 plus the Hawk and BBMF trio.
Royal Navy provding more as well - 2009 is 100th year of Navy Flight http://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/server/show/nav.7027 (http://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/server/show/nav.7027)
Will let you know as soon as I'm allowed
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I'm drooling already :)
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I'm drooling already :)
Same, please make it more fast jets !!! :)
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Please, less fast jets :P Too hard to photo. I'm pleased the Dakota, Spitfire and Hurricane are due to appear. Lets hope they make it this year. Wonder if it will be a joint or seperate display from the BoB trio.
Looks like Portrush is going to have another great year. Lets hopes the weather will hold up once again. This is the one weekend of the year I am looking forward to, especially after last year!
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The Blades to be confirmed for the 5th
http://www.theblades.biz/pages/view_events.php#calendar
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RAF HAWKS awaiting confirmation on airshow check it out.
http://rafhawkdisplay.com/sep09.html
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Some more details for September.
Tucano is now cancelled following pilot accident.
Team Guinot, the Blades, Hunter, Vampire all booked.
Still waiting official nod for RAF and RN.
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how do you find that stuff out.
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He organises it :)
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Great. nice to know that. it would be brill if the venom and other older planes could return.
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Just to let you know if you go to the first post in this topic I'm updating the list of participating aircraft as they come in.
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Thanks. it looks like it's going to be great
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A few more for the line-up.
Subject to last minute changes, cancellations, wars etc. etc.
In addition to the ones Casper has already listed;
Reds both days, Typhoon both days, Falcons both days (think using Dak as jump platform), Vans RV7 both days, Yak 50 both days, AN2 both days, Dukes of Cassut both days, Beech 18 both days, Arrow both days, Jet Provost both days, Husky both days, RN Lynx, glider solo aeros and landing (and snatch) both days.
Other stuff yet to confirm including some exciting RN demos.
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Excellent news ;D ;D 8)
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Typhoons there, I'm happy :)
Other stuff yet to confirm including some exciting RN demos.
Black Cats? Merlin? :)
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Typhoons there, I'm happy :)
Other stuff yet to confirm including some exciting RN demos.
Black Cats? Merlin? :)
Euro happy happy days, hoping RN send a harrier
PS:TTF, whats happening on raft race day this year ? anything interesting land/air based
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Typhoons there, I'm happy :)
Other stuff yet to confirm including some exciting RN demos.
Black Cats? Merlin? :)
Euro happy happy days, hoping RN send a harrier
PS:TTF, whats happening on raft race day this year ? anything interesting land/air based
Irish Coastguard SAR demo with RNLI.
Wild Geese Parachute Display Team.
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;D ;D ;D HUNTER ;D ;D ;D
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HMS Gannet - Royal Navy Sea and Rescue Sea King both days
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just looked at the line-up so far getting more excited as the time gets near.
I hope the black cats can make it this time round.
many thanks TTF great info.
:D :D :D :D :D :D :D
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already quite excited about this, is there much more awaiting the nod to be announced ?
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Mostly just waiting on RN to confirm. Black Cats won't be there - they're in Plymouth or Portstmouth. But what's in it's place will be even more involved and more spectacular.
Typhoon now on Sunday ONLY - pity.
No King Air.
Harrier very doubtful.
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But what's in it's place will be even more involved and more spectacular.
The suspense is killing me :)
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Pitty about the Euro, still glad its there though, gutted about the harrier. I presume you mean no sea king, again disappointing.
Cant wait to hear whats actually going to happen, very suspenful. Hoping it will be v.good !
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I presume you mean no sea king
No he could possibly still mean the King Air. The RAF have one doing the airshow circuit.
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I presume you mean no sea king
No he could possibly still mean the King Air. The RAF have one doing the airshow circuit.
never heard of that to be honest Casper, thanks for info, so apologies to TTF
Paul
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when do you expect RN to confirm stuff mate ? Dying to know, been built up well ! :)
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Hoping for some big aircraft ;D
My hopeful and insane wish list which I'm sure you've all heard before;
Hercules,
CASA,
Nimrod (unlikely)
VC-10,
cough 747 cough,
I guess the AN2 will do,
B-25 - the Dutch one from a few years ago was top notch!
Lancaster,
Sally B B17,
DC-6 - now that was a corker when it appeared!
Pitty Ryanair never partake in such events as it would be good publicity for them. Anyhow, regardless whats up for appearance, I'm sure the show will be as good as last years :) Last years was immense, and it's how I ended up finding and joining this website!
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Hope the RN will confirm more soon can't wait
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Going to buy a tent for the airshow this year, so we don't get stuck due to transport issues, but the only problem i may have is recharging my camcorder battery. hope the weather will be as good as last year.
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OK - met with RN recently and they are assigning Merlin, Lynx, HMS Gannet SAR plus the biggie - RFA Largs Bay - huge support ship which will act as a platform for a Royal Marine Commando beach landing - fast RIBs landing on the beach and commandos abseiling from a Mk4 Sea King - hopefully with pyros.
The ship is about 1.5 times bigger than HSS and will be brought right into the bay. Should be good.
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Brilliant news. Any trips being organised to the ship while it's here? Will it be present for both days?
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Another question Tango - have you ever tried to get some of the local assets involved in the display; Chinook, Gazelle, Puma, Islander, Defender?
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The ship will be there for about 4 days. Visits will be media only and maybe hard-working events staff(!) Will let you know if that changes.
As for local assets - not all assets are on the "display circuit" and not all pilots have Display Authority licences so line-ups are limited in that respect. We do try every available avenue each year.
BTW - I'm trying to post a hperlink - any idea whay it's not working.
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Are you right clicking to paste? That's been disabled - use Crtl + v to paste
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Fantastic great news, RFA largs is huge. here's a pic of it.
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This will give you an idea of the RM Commandos landing - thankfully without Clarkson and the Fiesta
http://www.metacafe.com/watch/yt-yOnTIBx7Obk/jeremy_clarkson_the_royal_marines_test_out_the_new_ford_fiesta/ (http://www.metacafe.com/watch/yt-yOnTIBx7Obk/jeremy_clarkson_the_royal_marines_test_out_the_new_ford_fiesta/)
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The ship will be there for about 4 days. Visits will be media only and maybe hard-working events staff(!) Will let you know if that changes.
As for local assets - not all assets are on
Dont forget hard working community workers, bringing the community together to enjoy this wonderful event ;D
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Well folk's here is a sneak preview of my new airshow DVD enjoy.
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Very nice..... you must have put a good bit of work into that.. Hope we get good weather for the show this year... is two years in a row with good weather too much to ask for??? :LOL
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I think this will be the end of the DVD titles.
The Directors Cut's :LOL :LOL :LOL
It's not at best quality due to the actual file size being to big.
I have added a poll to this blog.
so you can view the clips there.
please vote.
thank's STU36
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A few more additions for Portrush - a couple of nice Folland Gnats (Saturday only) and the RM Commandos will now be using TWO green Sea Kings for the abseilers. So with the SaR there will be 3 Sea Kings for the weekend - quite a coup.
Thought we had the King Air again but definitely not now.
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Fantastic news. Saw the Gnats down for the Bray airshow and thought 'wouldn't it be nice if they dispplayed up North' :) Will the two Sea Kings be based on RFA largs or will they be on static display? And i'm just being greedy - anything else in the pipeline?
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Can't wait now that's quite a coup indeed 3 Seakings and the Gnats excellent. ;D ;D ;D ;D
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A few more additions for Portrush - a couple of nice Folland Gnats (Saturday only) and the RM Commandos will now be using TWO green Sea Kings for the abseilers. So with the SaR there will be 3 Sea Kings for the weekend - quite a coup.
Thought we had the King Air again but definitely not now.
Thanks for keeping us up to tabs with the airshow TTF. TWO Seakings dropping cammandos on the beach... perfect photo opportunity :D
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perfect photo opportunity (http://../../../Smileys/classic/cheesy.gif)
Yea I might have to move from the cliff top at some stage :)
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perfect photo opportunity (http://../../../Smileys/classic/cheesy.gif)
Yea I might have to move from the cliff top at some stage :)
I was thinking the same ;D I think I'll be using the Western/Southern cliff again this year. Hopefully theres some sun this year :-\
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I think I'll be using the Western/Southern cliff again this year.
I love the east cliff, especially when the tennis courts are used as a helicopter park :)
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Black rocks or Ramore head are great spots for photo's, but if you want to get head on shots then the beach front where the old castle erin hotel was is pretty good.
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Is the static going to be in the courts again this year, and will the 2 RMC seaking be park up aswell or are they on the ship?
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Website updated today
www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk (http://www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk)
No Beech 18 and no Hunter - boo hoo!
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No matter. Still looks like a very good line up. Is this the final line up, barring cancellations?
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That's pretty much it though still waiting on two military jets (!) but they're such a long shot at the moment.
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Ah do tell - even if it is astronomical odds :)
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what i wouldn't give for a tornado !
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:Welcome: Welcome to the forum madjoe :)
Unfortunately for a RAF flypast you'd have to be hosting one of the big shows over in England.
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No!! A harrier would be better.
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Here is the viper web site:- http://www.viperdisplayteam.com
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No!! A harrier would be better.
Don't make me pick !!! ;D , well he did say 2 military jets
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Flyer now dowloadable for www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk (http://www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk)
Please pass on to any people/forums who might be interested.
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Nice one. I'll wait until the start of August and see if I can get some of the shop keepers around Lurgan to display it in their windows.
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Thanks Casper.
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Some more changes;
No Falcons anymore - can't get jump platform.
Bringing in Sukhoi 26 and Bucker Jungmann.
Concert and fireworks on Saturday night.
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No Falcons anymore - can't get jump platform.
That's happened a few times now I believe.
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Pity it would have been nice if they could have used a chinook
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Yes, better knowing now than 2 days before.
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Some more changes;
No Falcons anymore - can't get jump platform.
Bringing in Sukhoi 26 and Bucker Jungmann.
Concert and fireworks on Saturday night.
Well I remember a few years ago, the weather was terrible, and a good few aircraft couldn't make it in, but the good old Jungmann made it twice in a day, despite the bad weather. It is was nice aircraft to see so I am glad it will be returning.
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Huey has been added to the lineup
www.huey.co.uk
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Great i have never seen one outside of t.v. before looking forward to it.
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It's a fantastic sight and sound. It's the same one that was at Enniskillen and Newtownards in 2007.
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Great news this morning!
As you know Typhoon is doing a full display on Sunday but now the display craft AND the back-up will be doing a high speed formation fly-past on Saturday to whet the appetite.
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Brilliant news. Sad to think that I can't wait for August to come and go :)
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I was just saying that to my dad he is getting more impatient than ever. but for two typhoons to do a fly-past is fab. CAN'T WAIT i'm drooling with excitement.
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the display craft AND the back-up will be doing a high speed formation fly-past on Saturday
So how do we talk them into doing a slow speed formation fly-past? :)
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It would be fantastic to get at least one day of decent sunny weather at this year's show. This seriously has to be one of the best airshow's in the UK. The variety of aircraft might not be as large as RIAT, etc, but the views you get from the cliffs of aircraft flying only 100 feet away are simply breath taking!
Does anybody know if the the Battle of Britain DC-3, Spitfire and Hurricane will be in formation at all or will they be displaying seperately?
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Here is their information:- http://www.raf.mod.uk/bbmf/rafcms/mediafiles/F0ED6EA8_1143_EC82_2E4534A1036AA506.xls
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Thanks String :D I couldn't make heads or tails of that document but I'll take another quick peek tonight as it looks quite interesting! ;D
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I'll be only attending sunday's show so that means saturday's will be sunny and sunday will bucket rain..... ::)
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The BBMF always arrive and depart in formation with individual displays by each aircraft-normally the Spitfire does the first solo ,then the Hurricane and then the Lanc or Dakota before rejoining for a couple of formation passes.
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Good stuff, all I want is a good photo of the 3 aircraft fly past and I'll be happy. Shame the Lanc won't be there but the DC-3 is good enough 8)
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Yak out, Chipmonk in. Very nice
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Would that be the Caledonian Chipmunks? Seen them before and they are good.
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Getting better - the two Typhoons will still do the flypast on Saturday but then one will go straight into a display (fuel permitting).
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Tango you really know how to brighten a fella's day :)
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Tango use your influence and get them to do a few slow flybys :)
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can't wait for that
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The news keeps getting better and better. Keep up the good work TANGO.
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Getting better - the two Typhoons will still do the flypast on Saturday but then one will go straight into a display (fuel permitting).
TTF, many thanks for keeping us in the know for this year's show! I don't know about anyone else but I'm truely excited about this year's show.
We all owe you a beer TTF! :)
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If all goes well this could be a FANTASTIC airshow the excitement is building everyday and my dad can't wait any longer.
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Just found out today that there will be no HELICOPTER rides at this years airshow also there will be no R.I.ARMY helicopters they are useally static. So i can't give gary a helicopter trip for his 18th birthday.
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I seem to find this forum around this time of year when i'm looking info on the local airshow, looks like a good lineup. The star of the show for me will be the Huey, I hope she comes in close to the front, though I might venture up to tennis courts this year for a change.
Any of you guys at any shows in England this year? I've good videos of Flying legends and RIAT if your interested, Vulcan included.
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Just booked the camp site yesterday from friday 4th Sept untill sunday 6th Sept it is around £14 per night. sadly they don't have many spaces left.
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hi all,just joined your forum to let you all know to pay us a visit at kerr street green portrush 2009 where we have a large display of rc model aircraft which includes turbine jets and helicopters,also we have 9 display pilots doing a display on the beach before and after the show each day,so please pay us a visit as our interests are much the same.the turbine hawks will be started at different times during the day.so visit us and as for me. robert.
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:Welcome: Hi Robert and welcome to the forum. Just saw you on the schedule for the show so will try and make it to you before the show. As a matter of interest are you the same group that displayed at Newtownards on 2007 and lost the Hawk?
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yes thats correct it was caused by a bird strike,as we had video footage and went through it frame by frame and saw what happened, by the way the jet was worth almost £4000 and was completely destroyed.
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I had just been talking to someone on the stall about the RC aircraft and he mentioned that the Hawk would be flying very shortly. I only watched it for a short time, turned away and heard the bang. Sad end indeed - I suppose it's near impossible to get insurance for RC aircraft.
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unfortunatley we cant insure the models but we are insured through the british model flying association to fly model aircraft at displays and at club level. please check our web site bmfc@btinternet.co.uk
robert
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Sorry Robert but that's an email address you've posted and not a website.
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opps sorry. www.bmfc.btinternet.co.uk
robert
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TV ad added to website
www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk (http://www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk)
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Just booked the camp site yesterday from friday 4th Sept untill sunday 6th Sept it is around £14 per night. sadly they don't have many spaces left.
I have had to cancel the camp as my oldest son has just gone and broke his ankle so i can only go on saturday not the sunday i'm GUTTED.
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My son did the same thing last year .... ::)
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We have reached a compromise. my wife has said that dad and me will camp and the wifw will come down on sat or sun and we can enjoy the airshow all weekend so camp site still ok would'nt cancel it for us just incase things changed and they did. I'm really glad the way it has worked out. :goodjob:
He has to go to altnagelvin on fri next week to find out if he needs to have A PIN PUT IN PLACE or just a new plaster cast.
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OK ready for some more great news? I've had to sit on this for 2 weeks and I've been itching to tell.
I got a call from Airbus and they asked if we'd be interested in displaying one of their planes at Portrush. Naturally I said yes, and asked which one. He says, "Oh its the 380"
I nearly fell off the chair.
So, Saturday 5th, about 2.30pm, shes coming in over the bay and the pilot has promised to "leave the crowd amazed".
What a sight with the Navy ship in same shot.
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I've just finished jumping around the room - everyone is looking at me as if I'm a lunatic :) Fantastic news - I'm still tingling with excitement :)
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i had to check the date wasnt the 1th of april.....lol that will be a real crowd puller... better be there early for a good spot....
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OK ready for some more great news? I've had to sit on this for 2 weeks and I've been itching to tell.
I got a call from Airbus and they asked if we'd be interested in displaying one of their planes at Portrush. Naturally I said yes, and asked which one. He says, "Oh its the 380"
I nearly fell off the chair.
So, Saturday 5th, about 2.30pm, shes coming in over the bay and the pilot has promised to "leave the crowd amazed".
What a sight with the Navy ship in same shot.
HOLY CRAP !!! lol, i am currently have goosebumps !!!!! (see cant even string a sentacne together)
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Oh wow. I cant wait. Going to be a fab drive from Tipperary! lol. So worth it though...giving up an All Ireland Final ticket for it! 380 totally swung it for me
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Also when are the organisers going to confirm this?
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OK ready for some more great news? I've had to sit on this for 2 weeks and I've been itching to tell.
I got a call from Airbus and they asked if we'd be interested in displaying one of their planes at Portrush. Naturally I said yes, and asked which one. He says, "Oh its the 380"
I nearly fell off the chair.
So, Saturday 5th, about 2.30pm, shes coming in over the bay and the pilot has promised to "leave the crowd amazed".
What a sight with the Navy ship in same shot.
If true, fantastic stuff. It's the last aircraft I'd ever have expected to display at Portrush but perhaps one of the best at any display. Good stuff from Airbus!
Hopefully it will make an appearance! Thanks for the heads up TTF. Wonder if it will appear on the Portrush Airshow website?
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:Welcome: Hi Sweeney and welcome to the forum. As for confirmation the front page here says it all (nearly) :)
http://www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk/
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and some good news for me this morning as I just received confirmation of my flight on the Sea King. I just have to worry about the usual cancellations now due to operational commitments/aircraft serviceability or adverse weather!
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I've my fingers crossed for the A380! I saw a Singapore Airlines one at Heathrow a few weeks back (sitting on the tarmac). Would love to see the bird flying over Portrush!
What's the latest on the Typhoon(s) for the Saturday? Is the plan still to have two flying?
If so, what are they doing - a straight flypast or two?
I'm looking to see a full Typhoon display routine, but the Sunday is looking 50/50 for me now. I'm hoping that one Typhoon will do a full routine on the Sat. However, if that's not the case then I'll have to pull something out of the hat and try and make it on the Sunday!!
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and some good news for me this morning as I just received confirmation of my flight on the Sea King. I just have to worry about the usual cancellations now due to operational commitments/aircraft serviceability or adverse weather!
nice one, how'd you manage to get that ?
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Greg this was posted earlier in the thread
Getting better - the two Typhoons will still do the flypast on Saturday but then one will go straight into a display (fuel permitting).
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nice one, how'd you manage to get that ?
I received an invitation from the Royal Navy about 2 months ago so was just waiting on the security clearance.
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brilliant news an A380 :o :o :o :o this has to be the best airshow yet.
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this has to be the best airshow yet.
At the same time I'm a wee bit disappointed - how's TTF going to better this next year :LOL :LOL
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not sure but i think he will do a great job like he has this year.
WELL DONE T.T.F. brilliant work. :goodjob: :drinks:
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Thanks for the welcome! :)
Please let it be true, surely the organisers will have to announce it soon. It will be a big draw.
We are now planning to rent the piper and fly up from Waterford. Anyone know if the organisers have set up a certain airfield for the event? Kinda like what Fairford do. If not Ill have to hit google!
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;D cannot believe the lineup so far, Hats off to the organisers and I am counting the days. Role on the 5th 8)
PS. Great site, Thanks Hammerhead for the link.
Just to wet your apatite have a look at this video
http://www.vimeo.com/1327204
The a380 will look great over West Bay
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We are now planning to rent the piper and fly up from Waterford. Anyone know if the organisers have set up a certain airfield for the event? Kinda like what Fairford do. If not Ill have to hit google!
What about Bellarena Airfield (http://ukga.com/airfield/bellarena), a number of display aircraft make use of this landing strip during airshow weekend.
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Hi Guys
New forum on yahoo started for information on the portrush airshow: drop round to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ni_scanner/
Paul
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Looks like it started back in 1998.
I tried to join a couple of times previously but no one bothered to reply to my emails.
This forum is a good source of info now.
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It's great hearing that people will be travelling from Southern Ireland for the Portrush Airshow. Hope you guys enjoy it ;D
Although bad news, it seems the weather forecast at the moment is for dark clouds and rain :(
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I know Dave :( The piper is just VFR rated unfornately, if it was IFR we'd be sorted either way! Im praying for clear skies and sunshine!
Thanks for tip on Bellarena also Ill get onto them.
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:Welcome: Welcome to the forum guys and Xair thanks for the link - it has certainly wetted my appetite. Just can't wait :)
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Thanks for the welcome Casper. By the time TTF has finished we'll be getting a flypast by Airforce 1 and the Shuttle and the QE2 will be in the Bay with the Corgis watching :D. Looks like a great show and we can't wait. We usually watch from the centre of west bay but this year we might venture up to Ramor head or black rock. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Xair
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Well I always watch from Ramore Head, just love the fact that the helos come in over your head to land in the tennis courts. I also find that some of the aircraft can get a wee bit close to the cliff which is great.
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I think i will join you there this year.... is there room for one more??? ;D
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I usually go near the tennis courts but this time I am going to the other side Black Rocks I think-too much back lighting problems on the tennis side :-\,plus you get buffited by the wind like crazy:not good with a long zoom lens fitted :(
I wouldn`t get too concerned about the forecast yet-it`s still 9 days to go and the weather forecast normally cant get 24 hrs ahead right let alone 9 days!
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I think i will join you there this year.... is there room for one more???
Most certainly - what day are you going?
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Ramore Head is unbeatable for the Typhoon (Sat 5.20pm, Sun 4.15pm) because he does get really close at that point. Backlighting isn't such a problem beacuse you're looking straight up into his exhaust ports! I don't know if it's in my head but I could feel a heat haze as it climbed. Other people thought the same.
Crowd centre is good for the Reds' breaks and this year's beach landing.
Black Rock is good for pics (sun behind) with Portrush town as back drop. Helos usually approach BELOW the cliff height to give some unique shots.
But if you're like me, forget fiddling with cameras and watching through a viewfinder - just sit back, relax and enjoy the displays!
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Agree with you to an extent TTF,but it depends on what the individual wants from the airshow.
For me I go to airshows to watch and take photos-its quite a challange to get shots of fast moving aircraft and thats part of the satisfaction.
As I said I normally am near the Tennis courts but I fancy a change and would like to try the other side-you are correct that many of the aircraft do fly close to Ramore (and also Black Rocks)but if they do that it`s almost impossible to get a good photograph of them because of the speed they are traveling at plus they can be directly overhead.
The light conditions are much more critical at an airshow it`s very difficult shooting into a light source and your only going to produce poor shot`s unless you are very lucky.
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I see Coleraine Borough Council have finally put out a press release for the Airbus A380 although there's an embargo until 10:00 am tomorrow morning.
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Anyone heard from Wizard this year - will he be flying the Merlin again?
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I think i will join you there this year.... is there room for one more???
Most certainly - what day are you going?
I was going to go up Sunday but plans have been changed to Saturday for some strange reason.... ;D
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does anyone know the frequencies for the airshow?
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:Welcome: Hi and welcome to the forum.
Tango can probably help you out with that but here's some of the common airshow frequencies.
http://www.ground2air.co.uk/radiofreq.htm
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does anyone know the frequencies for the airshow?
Below is a list of active circuits I logged at the airshow last year.
120.200 Team Guinot A/A
123.625 COD App
129.900 Portrush D/Z
130.100 Bellarena A/G
134.150 Portrush Display A/G
136.975 The Blades A/A
156.000 Portrush Lifeboat/Seaking A/G Ch0
156.300 CGC Ch06
156.500 CGC Ch10
160.600 CGC Ch99
163.2875 C103.5 Airshow Ops Ch2 (ATC/Coastguard Safety Net)
163.900/159.400 SJA
163.9875 C88.5 Airshow Ops Ch1
164.050 C71.9 CBC
164.050 C186.2 SJA
164.0625 C186.2 SJA
165.075/169.875 C218.1 Lifeguards
166.125/170.925 C71.9 CBC
243.450 Red Arrows A/A
264.800 Merlin/Lynx A/A
446.01875 D155 ATC
449.5375 Sea King Cockpit comms
468.3375 C179.9 Select Security
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Well it's official now :)
http://www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk/airshow.php?id=872
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Guess it's time to start praying to the weather gods. :)
Question now is where best to set-up camp on the day?
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Hello! Newbie here.
Yeah, I was wondering - where would be the best place to set up for photos?
Me and the aul' 70-200mm is hoping for a dry day!
Steve.
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:Welcome: Hi October and keegster and welcome to the forum.
Guess it's time to start praying to the weather gods.
I've already started my Not-Rain Dance :)
Question now is where best to set-up camp on the day?
Yeah, I was wondering - where would be the best place to set up for photos?
If you read just a few posts earlier you should find some useful info on this but to be honest with a 70-200mm I'd say it has to be one of the cliff tops.
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Anyone any ideas of where the A380 is coming from and going to, not many places nearby can accomodate it (AFAIK)
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Casper those not rain dance moves better come through! Our plan is set, going to fly up (hopefully) from Wateford early on saturday morning in the Warrior. Four of us coming....the 7 hour car journey was just too much! Try get to Bellarena for around 10 ish and get a lift into Portrush. Really cant wait for it now! It's prob then only time Ill see a 380...until I fly them :) haha ( I wish).
The blades at Bray were unbelievable so its a fab lineup, not to mention all the other amazing stuff.
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Forecast at the minute looks pretty poor :( Looks like the strong winds low cloud and occasional heavy rain is set to continue for the next 10-14 days.
North West of the UK is meant to be the worst-now there`s a surprise! ::)
I think the good weather last year was a fluke-I have been going to Portrush Show`s since they started and strong winds and heavy showers combined with low cloud seem to be the norm-but we are a hardy bunch us airshow types ;D
I can`t believe how much rain we have had this month :o-and chilly with it-think I might move to Italy :D If my lottery numbers come up I`m gone!!!
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Anyone any ideas of where the A380 is coming from and going to, not many places nearby can accomodate it (AFAIK)
If they send their demonstration model I think it's based in Toulouse.
Fly in direct from there?
Aldergrove must the only NI airport that could possibly handle it but I presumed it couldn't even though it can handle 747's. I'd guess that it's just going to fly over, do its display and then head back.
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There's a Singapore Airlines one which has been sitting at Heathrow (away from the gates). I saw it both on the way to California, and on my return - still sitting in the same place. Could be that they use this one for demos?
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A380 Tour (http://forums.airshows.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=42&t=15066)
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A380 Tour (http://forums.airshows.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=42&t=15066)
For a moment there I misread that and thought the Singapore Airlines A380 would be appearing at Portrush :-X None the less, it will be cool seeing F-WWOW again, the very first A380 prototype.
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i heard the news in the newspaper i couldnt believe it i thought it was the 1st of april.
its my first time going to an air show but im going to the city airport to see the flyover cant wait had to prospone a personel flight for the event. ;D ;D ;D ;D
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It's going to be an awesome sight. Can't wait.
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:Welcome: Hi Donnchadh787 and welcome to the forum.
ts my first time going to an air show but im going to the city airport to see the flyover cant wait
I take it you're going to the airport on the Saturday and the airshow on Sunday. Somehow I don't think you'll keep up with the A380 on it's way from the airport :)
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Forecast at the minute looks pretty poor Looks like the strong winds low cloud and occasional heavy rain is set to continue for the next 10-14 days.
North West of the UK is meant to be the worst-now there`s a surprise!
I think Lidl knew the airshow was next weekend and have stocked up with all weather gear ;D
http://www.lidl.ie/ie/home_ni.nsf/pages/c.o.20090903.index
check out the weatherproof rain cape 8) It might come in handy (also can be used as a tent!!!)
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I think Lidl knew the airshow was next weekend and have stocked up with all weather gear ;D
http://www.lidl.ie/ie/home_ni.nsf/pages/c.o.20090903.index
check out the weatherproof rain cape 8) It might come in handy (also can be used as a tent!!!)
Good spot. I'll call in and buy one after work on Monday. :)
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i heard the news in the newspaper i couldnt believe it i thought it was the 1st of april.
its my first time going to an air show but im going to the city airport to see the flyover cant wait had to prospone a personel flight for the event. ;D ;D ;D ;D
Be careful here, I have read else where that the A380 will infact be performing a flypast at Belfast International Airport (EGAA) and not at Belfast City Airport (EGAC).
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I'm into the weather and regularly study the output from the various weather models that forecasters use. The current output from both the GFS and ECMWF models is for a weak ridge of high pressure to cross Ireland on Saturday (1020mb).
This should allow for reasonably dry conditions and possibly partly sunny skies. Temperature will be around 14c to 15c.
There is good agreement at this stage from the Ensembles that this will be the outcome on Saturday, however it is still 6 days away and so could change.
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It's not unusual for it to pish rain here,while the sun splits the stones a few miles away.
I always pack sun cream and a good coat as you may need either or both during the day.
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Was lucky enough to catch the A380 display (by accident ... it's a long story!) from the train station platform at Schoenefeld last June (2008) - big, very low, and sooooo slow on banked turns that it just seems to hang in the air!
Here's a interesting thought tho' - the train platforms are about 1 mile from the runways at Schoenefeld (GoogleEarth), and the A380 was banking overhead and way on out past the station as it turned back to the airport ......... the bay at West Strand is about 3/4 of a mile wide, so there could be some really amazing photo opportunities to be had from Ramore Head, regardless of the weather, on the day!
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:Welcome: Hi alcol and welcome to the forum.
there could be some really amazing photo opportunities to be had from Ramore Head
I intend to have lots of cards with me on the day and just keep my finger on the shutter release - bound to get at least one half decent one :LOL
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Hi ALCOL. It's going to be a great sight. especially over the bay.
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I for one can only imagine the size of this aircraft but I thing that this photo helps convey it's hugeness (if that's even a word :) )
http://www.airplane-pictures.net/image27087.html
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Nowi know why it has F-WWOW as it's call sign. maybe they should call one F-AWSM as well.
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A380 also flying over the city airport for anyone who cant get too portrush.
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There seems to be a wee bit of confusion over this - I've heard both the City and the International mentioned.
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http://www.chesterchronicle.co.uk/chester-news/local-chester-news/2009/08/28/the-world-s-largest-passenger-aircraft-the-iconic-a380-is-to-fly-over-broughton-where-its-wings-are-made-on-saturday-september-5-59067-24556606/
http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5gBjQ7A2pMeIoM2_qZD5qHUTrazDA
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Lokks like it will only be a flyby on sat... ??? I was hoping for a display of some kind..... looks like we wont need all those spare cards after all Casper... ::)
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Lokks like it will only be a flyby on sat...
Quote from TTF
shes coming in over the bay and the pilot has promised to "leave the crowd amazed".
This sounds more than a flyby
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Thanks for the welcome, guys.
Well, I for one am hoping it's going to be more than just a fly-through - I mean, maybe I'm being naive here....... but it's coming from Prestwick to Portrush then departing for Belfast ...... so it's gotta at least turn somewhere, right?
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Thanks for the welcome, guys.
Well, I for one am hoping it's going to be more than just a fly-through - I mean, maybe I'm being naive here....... but it's coming from Prestwick to Portrush then departing for Belfast ...... so it's gotta at least turn somewhere, right?
Yeah.. Just not necessarily in front of the crowd at Portrush though! :D
I think he'll do a bit more than that though. Maybe a turn in fron of the crowd and if lucky a high banking turn before departing.
Weatherwise, the models still show a weak ridge of high pressure crossing Ireland on Saturday (1020mb) giving dry conditions and some partly sunny skies. Don't worry that the Met Office forecast is saying unsettled as that forecast is produced with older data. I expect it to come into line in the next day or so.
Fingers crossed that the models continue to show decent conditions for Sat
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Hi all,
First post for me. Going to be staying in Portrush over the weekend for the airshow. Fantastic news with A380 making an appearance.
Hopefully the weather will hold out.
Just a shame I only have 200mm to use on my camera, and Calumet don't rent anything longer than that!
Cheers
Colin
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:Welcome: Hi stcolin and welcome to the forum.
If you stand on any of the cliff tops your 200mm lens will serve you well. I know from standing on Ramore Head that the Reds, An-2 and all of the helos get very close to it.
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If you stand on any of the cliff tops your 200mm lens will serve you well. I know from standing on Ramore Head that the Reds, An-2 and all of the helos get very close to it.
Plus some/all of the helos will be using the tennis courts behind Ramore Head as a landing pad.
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I take it most of you will be on Ramore Head then?
Last year I was just on the promenade so I fancy a different angle this year.
Paul
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I'm hoping to get an EF 100-400mm before the week is out.
70-200 f4 L USM coming up for sale very soon ;)
I always thought I stood at West Bay ???
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Hey all. I'm new here. Have been reading this topic today so just had to sign up.
I'm 18 and go to the airshow both days every year. Am very pleased with this yr's airshow.
I do hope that the BBMF makes it this yr because me and my dad have been very disappointed in the past when the spitfire wasnt able to make it over so fingers crossed I can be satisfied this year.
The line up this yr has been the best ive seen since i started goin to the airshow and been wishin the week would fly in so I can go sit in my seat at west bay and enjoy it. ;D
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As for the weather, I hope to see more of this:
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a279/linco22/IMG_7675web.jpg)
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As for the weather, I hope to see more of this:
God what would you give for skies like that.
Has anyone got any confirmation of flypast or display by A380 ???
Xair
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Most likely be just a couple of passes,bay is very tight venue-unlikely that it would do a full display but who knows?
We will just have to wait and see-hope there isnt too many "No Shows".
BBMF are usually the first to pull a display if the weather is not up to scratch-This is completely understandable as the aircraft are very rare and need to be treated very carefully.
I got a book a few years back about the BBMF and was surprised how few hours the aircraft actually are permitted to fly.
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As for the weather, I hope to see more of this:
God what would you give for skies like that.
Has anyone got any confirmation of flypast or display by A380 ???
Xair
I thought it said on the website that it was doing a display?
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I thought it said on the website that it was doing a display?
There seems to be confusion everywhere, not just here. Guess well have to wait and see on Sat.
Xair
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Has anyone got any confirmation of flypast or display by A380 ???
Xair
If it is a display it won't be a long one as they're supposed to be in Belfast 20 mins later. Having said that they could probably stay for 15 mins and still be in Belfast with time to spare.
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I thought it said on the website that it was doing a display?
There seems to be confusion everywhere, not just here. Guess well have to wait and see on Sat.
Xair
The site says "flying display" id say be it going around in circles a few times then head off. Hope its nt just one single fly by, not terrible lot of photo opportunity there.
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I think it will be a short display with a couple of passes including a turn or two in front of the crowd. It is due to do a flypast at Belfast City only 20 minutes after arrival at Portrush so it can only be a short display as it will take 10 to 15 minutes for it to fly down to Belfast
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The site says "flying display" id say be it going around in circles a few times then head off. Hope its nt just one single fly by, not terrible lot of photo opportunity there.
As long as it's not a repeat of the Nimrod 'display' last year. Got caught out by that one and didn't get a single photo of it. >:(
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Just to repeat - Airbus has given Portrush the flying display, Belfast will just be a fly-past.
BTW - Nimrod in 2008 was always billed as a fly past, not a display.
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Either way.....its a once in lifetime opportunity for people to see such a plane.....i know it probably is for me so it making an appearance at the show is fab and i think that if Airbus contacted someone asking if they wanted one of their planes to be displayed at an airshow it would be more than a flypast.
As long as i get long enough to get my camera ready.......
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It's coming so I don't care what it's doing :)
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It's coming so I don't care what it's doing :)
Agree :drinks:
I've seen the Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Qantas A380's at Heathrow but all head-on or side-on shots. Would be good to get one in the Airbus livery banking round the bay.
Paul
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any more updates on the weather and the chance that the BBMF will make it? *crosses fingers*
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Just to confirm, the A380 will not be flying over Aldergrove?
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Here is their information:- http://www.raf.mod.uk/bbmf/rafcms/mediafiles/F0ED6EA8_1143_EC82_2E4534A1036AA506.xls
Can someone clarify a query regarding the info on the spreadsheet.
It seems to indicate two Typhoons (DAK?? HS??) doing a display on both days.
Am I reading it wrong or was this the original plan but has since changed?
Apologies if this has already been sorted.
Dec
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DAK is the Dakota and HS is the Hurricane/Spitfire. I believe there will be a two Typhoon flypast and then a single display on Saturday and a single display on Sunday.
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DAK is the Dakota and HS is the Hurricane/Spitfire. I believe there will be a two Typhoon flypast and then a single display on Saturday and a single display on Sunday.
DOH!
The listings refer to the BBMF.
I'll go sit in the corner :-[
Thanks Casper.
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Hi all,
Just joined this group and think its excellent, didn't know this was here till I searched for air show information! I have always had genuine interest in aviation but not to the knowledge of alot of people in here.
Living in Portstewart it really is so great to have the FREE air show on our doorstep each year, but unfortunaltley I think alot of people take it for granted.
Each year it gets better with the only thing letting it down being the weather usually.
I cant wait to see it and will be camped out waiting for it to start early with the pinacles being ??? well everything really when you look at the schedule its all good.
Got some reasonable photos from 2007 and 2008, can I post them here, and it which gallery?
Cheers and if you the travellers need some information on parking etc let me know and I'll try an post a little guide of where.
If anyone wants to share a spot let me know and we can try and get a good vantage point and some more cool photos.
Thanks
Mike
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:Welcome: Hi Mike and welcome to the forum, and many thanks for the offer of advice. As for posting photos please feel free to do so. You can create personal galleries so you could create two for both 2007 and 2008. If you need any help just let me know.
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Just to confirm, the A380 will not be flying over Aldergrove?
Nope, it will be the City Airport :). As for the weather, it's looking quite cloudy atm, with a good chance of rain :(.
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Hey All
Looks like we're cancelling flying up :( Bellarena is too short for us and Derry closes at 5! Feckers. But we're going to drive up early that morning so still all good!
Questions where is good to watch the show? I know there are previous posts on it, but we're not that interested in taking pictures so Im asking from audience point which would be the best spot to see everything.
Thanks!
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I still say either of the cliff tops as all of the display aircraft will pass close to them, whereas the likes of the Typhoon and possibly the BBMF will not come in to the bay itself.
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Thanks casper!
Also...where would anyone recommend to park and how soon before 12 should we get there?
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Well I park in the East Strand car park and then it's a 20 minute walk to the cliffs at Ramore Head. There are car parks closer but I never want to run the risk of not getting somewhere to park. East Strand also allows for a quick getaway if you leave 10 or 15 mins before the end of the show.
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Weather looks awful at the minute, but fingers crossed we'll get some decent light through out the day.
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I have a small waterproof wind shelter/tent, and it's just enough for 2 or 3 people to sit inside on foldable chairs. Frankly I'm not holding my breath for the weather this weekend and I am expecting the worst. If it's anything better than dark grey cloud and rain, it will be a bonus to me. I am also expecting several cancellations due to the weather. All our luck was used up last year unfortunately.
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That's long enough in the corner :angel:
I still say either of the cliff tops as all of the display aircraft will pass close to them, whereas the likes of the Typhoon and possibly the BBMF will not come in to the bay itself.
There are two marker buoys placed on the edge of the bay which the jets aren't allowed to cross for safety reasons. The helicopters and turboprops are allowed to come in closer to the shore. The last couple of years I've gone to Ramore head which gets you close to the action. Along the beach puts you too far away, especially when the jets are displaying.
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The Newsline weather at 6:30 showed those nasty rain clouds for Saturday and Sunday. :-X :-X
Lets all hope they are wrong again 8) 8)
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Forecast looks really bad :( Might end up just being a one day show or scrubbed completely,could be a real problem the ground being so wet underfoot.
The rain has been relentless this past 6 weeks or more :o
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The Forecast down here said that Saturday will be mostly dry and Sunday will be ok till evening when rain will arrive... This seems to say the same...http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/dayforecast.asp?day=3&zipcode=Antrim so roll on Saturday with suncream all round... 8) 8) :LOL
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Hi Just popped in to say hello. I joined the site today having also found it while searching for Airshow information. Some good info on here so keep up the good work. The news about the A380 has had me buzzing since I saw it on here, that's one I really can't wait for.
I am going up on Friday and staying until Monday so like everyone I just hope the weather will be ok. Hope you all have a great time and you never know we might bump into one and other up on the cliff.
John
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Hey All
Looks like we're cancelling flying up :( Bellarena is too short for us and Derry closes at 5! Feckers. But we're going to drive up early that morning so still all good!
Questions where is good to watch the show? I know there are previous posts on it, but we're not that interested in taking pictures so Im asking from audience point which would be the best spot to see everything.
Thanks!
Normally im at the actual westbay sitting along the front of the beach at blackrock end and I dont think i would like to be anywhere else. I think the view is great.
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Thanks casper!
Also...where would anyone recommend to park and how soon before 12 should we get there?
I am dwn at 8 in the morning and have trouble parking. App dunluce centre have free car parking so u would need to be there reli early to get parked. Other places could be the beach in portrush. I think its easy bay. It could be quite a walk but i went down last on the sunday last year and was still able to get parked
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The Forecast down here said that Saturday will be mostly dry and Sunday will be ok till evening when rain will arrive... This seems to say the same...http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/dayforecast.asp?day=3&zipcode=Antrim so roll on Saturday with suncream all round... 8) 8) :LOL
LMAO heres hoping. All think happy thoughts haha :D
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I still say either of the cliff tops as all of the display aircraft will pass close to them, whereas the likes of the Typhoon and possibly the BBMF will not come in to the bay itself.
I do need to admit to that. The year that the spitfire came, me and dad were greatly dissapointed by how far out it was. Unfort because my mum is disabled we cant go to the cliffs because it would be no good for a wheelchair. Last yr we were sent up to a caravan park to where disabled people could go and we were APPALLED. Could see absolutely nothing!
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:Welcome: Hi John and welcome to the forum.
It looks like there's going to be quite a few of us on the cliffs this year :)
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Weather models are currently showing a weak transient ridge of high pressure (1020mb) crossing Ireland on Saturday. However, the sting in the tail is that a warm sector crosses Northern Ireland in this ridge and therefore will give rather cloudy conditions with some rain (especially on Saturday morning through until lunchtime or so). It should however improve as the day goes on to leave brighter skies by the evening.
We just need to keep our fingers crossed now that there won't actually be that much rain from it. However, I do expect it to be a lot better on Saturday compared to what we've been having the past day or so.
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Weather models are currently showing a weak transient ridge of high pressure (1020mb) crossing Ireland on Saturday. However, the sting in the tail is that a warm sector crosses Northern Ireland in this ridge and therefore will give rather cloudy conditions with some rain (especially on Saturday morning through until lunchtime or so). It should however improve as the day goes on to leave brighter skies by the evening.
We just need to keep our fingers crossed now that there won't actually be that much rain from it. However, I do expect it to be a lot better on Saturday compared to what we've been having the past day or so.
thanks for that. everywhere i look it seems to give a different outlook, never know where to look.
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Hi all just joined and thought i might post some of the Notams that are connected with the airshow ,hope were all set for some rehearsals tomorrow , i see the BBMF are also doing a flypast at Hillborough on Sat as well .
H3909/09 - PARACHUTE DISPLAY WI 2NM 5511N 00641W (PORTRUSH, NORTHERN IRELAND)
AUS 09-09-0182/AS3. SFC - 5100FT AMSL, 05 1325-1455, 06 1415-1545, 05 SEP 13:25
2009 UNTIL 06 SEP 15:45 2009. CREATED: 02 SEP 13:11 2009
H3879/09 - FLYPAST BY BATTLE OF BRITAIN MEMORIAL FLT ACFT WI 3NM 5422N 00604W
(HILLSBOROUGH, COUNTY DOWN). AUS 09-09-0177/AS1. SFC - 2500FT AMSL, 05 SEP 15:45
2009 UNTIL 05 SEP 16:10 2009. CREATED: 01 SEP 13:28 2009
H3838/09 - MAJOR DISPLAY WI 5NM RADIUS 551218N 0064010W (PORTRUSH, NORTHERN
IRELAND). REHEARSALS ON 03 AT VARIOUS TIMES DURING DAY. SEE SEPARATE
NOTAM FOR RED ARROWS RESTRICTED AREAS TEMPORARY. AUS 09-09-0036/AS1. SFC - FL100,
03 0800-1700, 05 AND 06 1000-1730, 03 SEP 08:00 2009 UNTIL 06 SEP 17:30 2009.
CREATED: 28 AUG 07:45 2009
J5418/09 -
RESTRICTED AREA (TEMPORARY) AT PORTRUSH, NORTHERN IRELAND FOR A RED
ARROWS DISPLAY WI 6NM RADIUS 551218N 0064010W. AREA ESTABLISHED UNDER
ARTICLE 96 OF THE ANO 2005 (MIL ACFT SHOULD COMPLY WITH
JSP552.201.135.9). AIC M 61/2009 DATED 16 JUL 09 REFERS.
AUS 09-09-0036/AS1. SFC - 8100FT AMSL, 05 1055-1135, 06 1555-1635, 05 SEP 10:55
2009 UNTIL 06 SEP 16:35 2009. CREATED: 27 AUG 15:19 2009
Regards
Chris
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Dont forget folks that it is usually free to park along the road mostly on the day! Mostly on the pavement but I park outside on the grass at the caravan site before Dhu Varren and then quick shoot across the road and walk down the path into black rocks and portrush. Then you are ahead of the game and not stuck in Portrush trying to get out if you leave a little early.
Expect about an hour to get to Coleraine though up the back road to the university.
Hope this helps all.
Mike
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I'm debating whether or not to go to Portrush on Saturday to see the A380 display or whether to go to Belfast City to see the flypast.
The main thing about Portrush would be travel. I'm thinking the traffic is going to be mad (person I know spent 4hrs in a traffic jam last year) and so would probably just get the train up, but that takes quite a while and would certainly not be the only one doing that, there and back.
On the other hand, I could drive to Belfast City (30 mins) and get a decent view along the Airport Road.
What would you do? Both are going to quite short and so I'm thinking Belfast City would be the wiser option from a expense/gain point of view...
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I'm debating whether or not to go to Portrush on Saturday to see the A380 display or whether to go to Belfast City to see the flypast.
The main thing about Portrush would be travel. I'm thinking the traffic is going to be mad (person I know spent 4hrs in a traffic jam last year) and so would probably just get the train up, but that takes quite a while and would certainly not be the only one doing that, there and back.
On the other hand, I could drive to Belfast City (30 mins) and get a decent view along the Airport Road.
What would you do? Both are going to quite short and so I'm thinking Belfast City would be the wiser option from a expense/gain point of view...
If the airbus was the only thing you want to see id say Belfast but the Airshow is a great event and would highly recommend going to it. Traffic is crazy but in the end it is norm worth it.
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Dont forget folks that it is usually free to park along the road mostly on the day! Mostly on the pavement but I park outside on the grass at the caravan site before Dhu Varren and then quick shoot across the road and walk down the path into black rocks and portrush. Then you are ahead of the game and not stuck in Portrush trying to get out if you leave a little early.
Expect about an hour to get to Coleraine though up the back road to the university.
Hope this helps all.
Mike
Sorry to disagree mate, but last year the parking wardens were issuning tickets left right and centre, so be very careful where you park folks !
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From the official show site
Free parking is available at Dunluce Centre, Landsdowne Crescent, East Strand and along the Coast Road to Portstewart.West Bay will be closed to all traffic. Disabled parking is available at the Ballyreagh Golf Club car park for holders of valid 'blue badges'.
Important Notice
At the end of each show day traffic leaving Portrush will be subject to a temporary PSNI road traffic management plan: - All traffic on Main Street can only turn left onto Causeway Street and there will be no right turn at the roundabout at the Maxol fuel station. All traffic will be directed along the coast road towards Bushmills and Belfast.
- All traffic on Dunluce Avenue will be directed to the right at the mini-roundabout towards Coleraine/Portstewart.
Please choose the appropriate route for your destination.
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Dont forget folks that it is usually free to park along the road mostly on the day! Mostly on the pavement but I park outside on the grass at the caravan site before Dhu Varren and then quick shoot across the road and walk down the path into black rocks and portrush. Then you are ahead of the game and not stuck in Portrush trying to get out if you leave a little early.
Expect about an hour to get to Coleraine though up the back road to the university.
Hope this helps all.
Mike
Sorry to disagree mate, but last year the parking wardens were issuning tickets left right and centre, so be very careful where you park folks !
Very true. Across the road from westbay where the houses are there are parking spaces and anyone who parked there got tickets......why i do not know. They dont care if the ppl are disabled. Maybe im being harsh but thats my own opinion. No one comes to tell you that you cant park there but instead ppl come back to a fine
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Is RFA Largs Bay def coming to the show as i see her still moored in Portland.
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Is RFA Largs Bay def coming to the show as i see her still moored in Portland.
Good call rallyman
I've just checked ship ais and she's still moored up.
http://www.shipais.com/showship.php?mmsi=232653000
I suppose it would only take a day or so to get to Portrush, must keep an eye out tonight and tomorrow and see if she sails in our direction.
Xair
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I have added an album of the Airbus A380 to the gallery under my user name which should be of interest.
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folks, watched the warm display of the beach landing, all i can say is WOW, the sea kings pilots are fantastic and flew in very strong winds with superb skill !
I'll post a poor qualitly video of it later (camera phone)
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Great stuff C_R, I just caught some chat on City of Derry Approach saying they were leaving Portrush and going to Ballykelly. Looking forward to seeing the Vid. ;D
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Is RFA Largs Bay def coming to the show as i see her still moored in Portland.
Hi Chris,
Yes the RFA Largs Bay is still coming but not until Saturday!!!! I just got a telephone call this afternoon from the Royal Navy to say that as the ship would not be there tomorrow my flight out to her has been cancelled!!!! It also looks like she will not be sitting in the bay when she does arrive as they've finally worked out the height of this vessel is around 150 feet at the tallest point and could be an issue for those participating in the show.
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Hi all just joined and thought i might post some of the Notams that are connected with the airshow ,hope were all set for some rehearsals tomorrow , i see the BBMF are also doing a flypast at Hillborough on Sat as well .
Hi Chris,
Just catching up with the messages over the past few days as I've limited net access these days. Although not related to Portrush I was wondering if you had picked up on this NOTAM.
G0269/09 - AIRSPACE RESERVATION
TR:55N030W 56N020W PIKIL ELPIN MIMKU
THE FOLLOWING SEPARATION WILL BE PROVIDED WITHIN OCEANIC AIRSPACE:
MNPS 60NM, NON MNPS 120NM. FL250 - FL270, 04 SEP 12:43 2009 UNTIL 04 SEP 16:09
2009. CREATED: 03 SEP 13:18 2009
I've a feeling that this might be the TX ANG F-16's which are due for a ten day training mission at Caslav airbase. Could make for some interesting comms as they pass through.
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Hi Keith ,
Thanks for the info although not the info you were waiting for im sure , as regards the Notam i hadn`t seen that one and it sure could be an interesting one .
I`ll prob see you on sat as i`m for heading up to ramore or thats the plan at the min anyway.
Cheers
Chris
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folks, watched the warm display of the beach landing, all i can say is WOW, the sea kings pilots are fantastic and flew in very strong winds with superb skill !
I'll post a poor qualitly video of it later (camera phone)
I was down earlier in the day for the press launch but with no Largs Bay for the 1315 show I decided it was better to head back to work. I saw the two helo's coming down the Bann Valley from work and was able to keep an eye on them all the way into Portrush. They were working ATC as Navy Commando Formation and using 372.500 for air-to-air comms. The aircraft were ZF121 & ZD625.
Also had a couple of low flying Pumas this evening over Coleraine. The two aircraft had both of their side doors open and would have made a nice photograph if I could have run for the camera in time!
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Sorry to disagree mate, but last year the parking wardens were issuning tickets left right and centre, so be very careful where you park folks !
I have to agree with this statement as it was quite a hot topic and was well documented following the event last year. Basically anyone who had parked up before 0800 thought that all was fine and headed off to watch the show. Shortly after 0800 the no parking cones were then set out along the roads were many cars had already parked. Once the NCP arrived on scene they had a field day. Numerous arguments ensued but tickets were still issued. Although I didn't post it in my previous frequency guide for the airshow, at last years event the NCP were using 164.0625 with a CTCSS of 210.7 so it might be worth keeping an ear on depending on where you've left the car. I tend to take a few photographs of my car parked now and hope that it will be proof enough that there were no cones to be seen when I left it there.
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Sorry to disagree mate, but last year the parking wardens were issuning tickets left right and centre, so be very careful where you park folks !
I have to agree with this statement as it was quite a hot topic and was well documented following the event last year. Basically anyone who had parked up before 0800 thought that all was fine and headed off to watch the show. Shortly after 0800 the no parking cones were then set out along the roads were many cars had already parked. Once the NCP arrived on scene they had a field day. Numerous arguments ensued but tickets were still issued. Although I didn't post it in my previous frequency guide for the airshow, at last years event the NCP were using 164.0625 with a CTCSS of 210.7 so it might be worth keeping an ear on depending on where you've left the car. I tend to take a few photographs of my car parked now and hope that it will be proof enough that there were no cones to be seen when I left it there.
Thats a very good idea to take a pic of the car b4 leaving. Might use it myself. You would think that with such a big event they would loosen up a bit in regards to parking.....where do they expect ppl to go?
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Now for the bad news - Largs Bay will not be visiting - stuck in port with electrical problems. Big disappointment to all those who have worked so hard since February to get it. (And all those who were going to get a flight in a Sea King out to land on her! Grrr!)
Watched the beach assault yesterday with the 2 Sea Kings and the zodiacs. Very good and well worth a look.
Think the weather will be OK.
Merlin will be doing a rehearsal at 2pm today.
Somebody earlier talked about the ground - Portrush obviously has very sandy soil and drains really well - the site is in great shape despite the summer we've had.
Flying display versus fly-past? No contest!
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Now for the bad news - Largs Bay will not be visiting - stuck in port with electrical problems. Big disappointment to all those who have worked so hard since February to get it. (And all those who were going to get a flight in a Sea King out to land on her! Grrr!)
Really disappointed to hear that. Was on board Mounts Bay a couple of weeks ago at the Tall Ships and was looking forward to seeing one of those ships in action. Shame they can't send a stand-in (one of the new Type 45's would have been perfect).
On the plus side the A380 can do a low approach now :)
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Yes I've heard a rumour of 300ft!
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Hi Guys,
First post here, I'm travelling to Portrush tomorrow and I'm looking for information on the show if any of you would be kind enough to help out.
From reading previous posts Ramore Head is recommended by a few people but if (and that's a big if) the sun comes out you'll be shooting straight into the sun, has anyone taken shots from the west side of Portrush, in or around Blackrock Hill? If so what are they like. As for Ramore Head, does the display axis pass over land or is it off shore?
Does anyone know what the air show display frequency is?
And finally, what is the best time to arrive? I'm driving from Galway (about 5 hours) and I don't want to arrive and be stuck 10 deep in the crowd! I was thinking along the lines of 10am but is that too late?
Thanks in advance for your help, I've been so busy the last few weeks with work & travel that Portrush crept up on me and I fell a bit behind on my preparation.
Regards,
Frank.
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Snoop55 posted a good list of frequencys a page or two back. EDIT: (Page 7)
I assume 10pm is a typo - you'll miss the show. ;)
I try to get there for 10am also,you should get parked and find a spot to watch the show in good time.
Enjoy the show! (if the weather holds :-X)
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as regards the Notam i hadn`t seen that one and it sure could be an interesting one .
The refuelling tanker 'Cacti 21' went u/s while airborne, the flight of 8 chicks 'Trend 71' diverted into Andrews AFB. A delay of at least 24 hours is expected.
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Hi Blackbird,
yes 10pm was a typo, fixed that now. 10am it is then. I'm coming prepared this weekend, I thought I was prepared at Radom last weekend but I got soaked through, this weekend I'm bring a skiing jacket, umbrella, boots, the works! (it was so wet and damp last weekend both my cameras stopped working even though they were inside plastic bags and under an umbrella!!!)
Regards,
Frank.
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The Huey has just went over my QTH, from the path it's looking like they're heading for City of Derry Airport. I'm in the middle of charging batteries so all scanners are off at the moment.
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The Huey has just went over my QTH, from the path it's looking like they're heading for City of Derry Airport. I'm in the middle of charging batteries so all scanners are off at the moment.
Was sitting in my room and just knew from the glorious noise it was one ! looked like derry to me too
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Hi Frank ,
I was down in your neck of the woods last weekend and judgeing by my travel time if you allow 5 hours you will be arriving in nice time. As for Ramore head if you look on google maps , the satellite bit and zoom in on portrush Ramore head is the bit on out from the harbour you can also see on there the red trimmed tennis courts where some of the helos land .
Cheers
Chris
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Hi Chris,
Thanks for the travel time info. I have the tennis courts & the nearby car park stored in my satnav. The satnav is showing a trip time of 4 hours 20mins but Irish roads have a habit of slowing you down! I figure if I leave by 5am I'll be parked up by 10am.
Regards,
Frank.
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Where is the best place to go tomorrow B&Q car park or IKEA , And what time should i be there at , as i dont want to miss it , Im 15 years old and am desperate to see it.
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Hi Lads,
Heading up to the show tomorrow from Drogheda. Have been reading the forum for the last week or so, and just want to say thanks for all the advice regarding photo locations etc.
Regards,
Niall
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at this rate the odds of standing next to someone from this site tommorow is getting higher by the hour.... ;D pity the weather gods are not on our side but i dont care if it rains as long as its stops for a while about 2.20pm....
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I'm headed up to this in the morning, anyone want a lift from Belfast/North Down??
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at this rate the odds of standing next to someone from this site tommorow is getting higher by the hour.... ;D pity the weather gods are not on our side but i dont care if it rains as long as its stops for a while about 2.20pm....
lol hopefully some faces to names tomorrow !
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So will we all wear red roses :LOL
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Driving up for the show on Sunday, approaching from Coleraine - Any tips on parking for the day with a view to a speedy exit after the event due to engagement in Belfast at 20.00 that evening. Thanks in advance ! Fingers crossed for favourable display weather !
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Any tips on parking for the day with a view to a speedy exit after the event due to engagement in Belfast at 20.00 that evening.
Do what I'll be doing - leaving 10 or 15 mins from the end of the Red Arrows display. I've done that for that last few years and I'm out of Portrush in less than 10 mins from getting into the car.
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As for Ramore Head, does the display axis pass over land or is it off shore?
Hi Frank.
the display line for the jets and possibly the BBMF is off shore, outside of the bay. The slower aircraft and the Blades and Team Guinot will come in close to the cliffs and the beach.
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Cheers Casper ... any recommendations on parking spots south of the town. CM.
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Hi
Just joined the forum and will be making the trip from Dublin in the morning. Can someone advise what the airshow comms frequency is and also what other frequencies (Scottish/Belfast/Derry?) are worth listening in to for show-related traffic?
Many thanks
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Forecast for tomorrow, according to the 10 o'clock news is rain in the morning which will clear to leave a mainly dry day.
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Thanks Casper!
Does anyone know what the last display will be on Saturday? Seeing as the Red's are opening the show on Saturday it would be pretty pointless leaving 15 mins before they finish!
Regards,
Frank.
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Sorry Frank, what I meant was that the Reds will be closing the show on Sunday and that's when I sneak away early
Where is the best place to go tomorrow B&Q car park or IKEA , And what time should i be there at , as i dont want to miss it , Im 15 years old and am desperate to see it.
David your best bet would be the Ikea carpark.
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Hello to all,
Just joined today after coming across the site by accident at work, heading for the show tomorrow. I will be leaving at 8am even though I live in Antrim (approx 40mins). This gives me ample time to get parked (Behind Portrush British legion / Dunluce centre) Parked there last year and was home within the hour and this was staying right to the end of the show. Good luck to all for tomorrow, especially to the guys from south of the border, Hope you all have a safe journey.
Nige
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I just got a copy of the A380 schedule for tomorrow via a mailing list and it looks like there will only be one approach at Portrush, before it flys back to Belfast.
Is there supposed to be a display or will there just be a single flypast?
Unfortunately I can't post the schedule that was sent via email as I'm using my phone to post this message and I have no copy and paste facility.
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A380 Portrush Airshow
Airbus Industrie has released a schedule of the venues you will be able to see the A380 at on Saturday:
1340 GMT Flypast Edinburgh Airport, Scotland
1400 GMT Flypast Prestwick Airport, Scotland
1420 GMT Display at the Northern Ireland International Air Show, Portrush
1440 GMT Flypast Belfast City Airport, Northern Ireland
1508 GMT Flypast Airbus Broughton, near Chester
1540 GMT Flypast Birmingham International Airport
The aircraft is also set to fly over the Airbus factory at Filton in Bristol, but Airbus have not yet released a time for this flypast.
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According to the A380 twitter website (http://twitter.com/A380flyvisit (http://twitter.com/A380flyvisit)) there will be a flypast at Portrush @ 14.20 and according to the schedule I got via the Irish Spotters list there will be one approach, on my laptop now so I can copy & paste. Unfortunately I don't know the origin of the schedule below:
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This plan is subject to weather.
Times are estimated.
F-WWOW A380
2 Approaches @ XFW, and then to EDI as AIB103
D12.50 XFW
A13.25 EDI
1 Approach @ EDI
Then directly to PIK as AIB104
D13.40 EDI
A14.00 PIK
1 Approach, followed by 1 Visual Circuit, and then 1 more Approach all @ PIK
Then directly to BHD as AIB105
D14.10 PIK
A14.50 BHD
1 Approach @ BHD, followed by 1 Visual Circuit @ BHD, followed by 1 Approach to Portrush, and finally 1 more Approach @ BHD
Then directly to CEG as AIB106
D14.50 BHD
A15.20 CEG
1 Approach, followed by 1 Visual Circuit, followed by 1 Approach, followed by 1 Visual Circuit, and finally 1 more Approach all @ CEG
Then directly to BHX as AIB107
D15.25 CEG
A15.45 BHX
1 Approach @ BHX
Then to FZO as AIB108. Route via CPT then Airway L9
D15.55 BHX
A16.30 FZO
Land at FZO
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Don't see any mention of a display here :-[
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Portrush was the only location originally reported to have a mini display, now if the information you received is right, it seems all the other locations a getting a lot more than Portrush, such as an approach and visual circuit. BHD also seems to be getting a good chunk of action.
I'm hoping for a least 2 flypasts tomorrow at Portrush, greedy I know, however one flypast doesn't leave much room for error when taking photos. :-\
Sunday seems to have 60% cloud cover reported which seems pretty good compared to the 100% cloud cover tomorrow!
Any how, good luck tomorrow guys, some good light at 2.30pm is all I want. Might bump into some of you there on Black Rocks.
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hope the a380 does more than one approach :(
leaving at about 9.30 tomorrow
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Hi all looking forward to tomorow, charging batteries like mad here with all cleaned and ready for use.
I wil be on black rocks with all my gear, including little folw out seat to keep bum dry lol.
If yo see me say hello, Im a big guy with "baldie" head and will have a checked shirt on and khaki cords on as well, be on black rocks cliff near the edge.
Please say hello.
Mike
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Just heading off now.... happy snapping to everyone ..... and fingers crossed for more than one approach from the A380.....
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Well, as I mentioned a few posts back - any rain is occuring this morning and it should largely clear for lunchtime. The sun is starting to peak out here at the moment.
I still think today will be the best of the two days weatherwise. We may get a few quite bright spells this afternoon. Persistent rain is expected tomorrow afternoon.
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currently in colerqine train station, only took ten minutes to get here and free parking, great way to start !! Have a great day everyone !!
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Just checking - when does the A380 fly over Belfast City? After Portrush?
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Wasn't to sure whether or not to post this in the Portrush thread or not, but here's a pic of the a380 at BHD. Dave was telling me the weather isn't too kind up north :(. We got a little luckier down here with quite sunny skies :). Looking forward to seeing more later!
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f362/BFS2507/IMG_85112.jpg)
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Just had a quick word with Gerry Humphries (EI-HUM) at the fly-in in EIWT this afternoon. Said there were quite a few no-shows up there today. Better turn out tomorrow I hope !! - He put on a fine display in Weston !
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Just back in form the show, was ok, cold as usual but bloddy cloud!!!!!!
Ruined some good shows so difficult to meter past it without sillouetting the planes, well will put some up when i get a chance.
Anyone I said hello to I was the one in the bright red cap standing near the edge of the black rocks.
Mike.
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On my way home.
Spent the 1st part of the show by the beach at Barry's. Got to Ramore Head in time for the Blades.
Thought the Typhoon was awesome but can someone explain where the heck everyone came from lol. The Head was almost empty prior to the Typhoon.
Paul,
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What were the photos like over at Ramore head Paul?
Did the planes pass really close to there??
Cheers
Mike
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What were the photos like over at Ramore head Paul?
Did the planes pass really close to there??
Cheers
Mike
Just gonna sort some out Mike.
The first thing we noticed when we got to the Head was they did seem closer.
Paul
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:-[ Sometimes too close and too fast for 50 year old reflexes and a 30 year old non-auto lens to cope with!!! ;D
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I've created two new posts for the show please post any photos there - I think this topic is getting a wee bit too long :)
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Well guys, how did you all find it? I wasn't expecting anything good weather wise, so to catch the AN-2 in sun was a plus I guess.
I caught some nice helicopter shots, but everything else was alot tougher to catch. The A380 was cool to see, but from the Black Rocks, it was quite awkward to catch when rolling her wings.
All the jet fighters were quite far out and even at 400mm, they wern't filling the frame. A good few photgraphers around me, but I only recognised Paul unfortunatly.
All in all, I'm not sure if I would consider today a success or not. But I'm just grumpy after missing the A380 in sun at BHD ;D
Dave
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Well I spent some time with Hammerhead on Ramore Head and it was so windy I found it hard to keep the lens steady. To be honest the only decent shots I got were of the Merlin and Sea King taking off from the tennis courts. I also have to say that I was a disappointed not to have seen the A380 in the flesh - what I mean by this is that my eye was to the view finder the whole time, I didn't once put the camera down to take it in.
Also was disappointed by the number of no shows - Spitfire, Hurricane, Gnats etc.
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Have to agree on the windy conditions, it was quite tough on black rocks as well. Yea didnt realise the number of no show until I sat down and went through the programme!
But all said and done we did get to see the A380! I did manage to bring the camera down for a sec or two just to take it in and it is awesome no matter what way it comes in for just sheer bulk.
Dissapointed with jects for distance etc i know safety concerns an all, but how is it managed a the airshows at airports are they closer?
Anyone going back tomorow?
Mike
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Like Casper said the wind on Ramore was a real challenge as it was really gusting and when a good shot was lined up it was hard to keep the Len's pointed in the right direction.....having said that i was really happy with where i was and got some good shots of really close action... the Reds were a real bonus for me as this was the third time i was at a show with them this year and this is the only one where i got to see a full display.... pics will follow after i get some coffee in my system as i have been up since half 4 getting ready and then 7 hours total on the road has left me somewhat lacking energy at the moment for some strange reason... ::)
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Anyone going back tomorow?
Yep heading back up tomorrow with the family.
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Great day at the show yesterday, got home tired but happy. Spent the day on Ramore head and I'm sure I seen loads of you guys with all your hardware. Wind was very strong (25-30 Knots) and we found that if you sat 5-6 feet from the cliff edge the wind blew up and right over your head (much warmer). Highlights were obviously the A380, Euro and the Arrows but also spectacular was the beach landing by the Glider (at about 6pm the piper flew back, landed on the Beach and towed him off again, all during High Tide).
Looking forward to all the great Photo's that you guys have taken and hopefully I'll have a decent camera by next year.
Xair
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It`s not looking too good up here today , been raining all morn and it dosn`t look like it`s for clearing uo either .
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All in all not a bad two days considering weather conditions, I drove from Antrim both days, took 1.5 hours to get home last night!. Enjoyed all the aircraft , A380 was impressive as were the Red Arrows as always but was really impressed by the glider display. Had an interesting conversation with some of the Ulster Aviation Society guys, shame about the circumstances regarding visits to the collection, but perhaps a fantastic addition to the collection towards the end of September! (Sorry guys, do not want to divulge what the addition will be incase it was told in confidence) Would encourage any one to join the society, and no, I have no affiliation to the society whatsoever !.
Nige
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Sods law - get up this morning and the sun's shining.
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re: Weather
I really wish organisers of airshows here in NI would think about scheduling them for late May. It is often very nice weather in late May (as this year proved with 26c and clear skies).
You only have to think back to the airshow in Newtownards, when they had it for VJ day in May 2004 (the year the Lynx was doing the backflips). The weather was fantastic and I got sunburnt look up in the sky so much!
Realistically, late May is the only time you can be fairly sure of good conditions. Almost every year sees a settled spell at the end of May.
Unfortunately, the Ards airshow almost always was in June when the weather was usually rubbish. The last show was a prime example of this.
I say, if you're gonna have an airshow in NI then make sure it is in late May!
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It is difficult to schedule I'm sure, however if you look at the North West 200 this year, it was abandoned for rain! and it was on the 16th May this year.
I personally believe it will always be a "suck it an see" kind of event because weather here in the North as we all know is unpredicatable.
Yes there are months when it is fairer than others, but even though yesterday and Saturday were not sun splittin the stones weather it was the spectacle that drew the multitudes to it even in the bad weather.
If you also consider the number of events in the UK and the flying hours of the aircraft, there are only so many that can be fittend in in the good months and because Portrush is a newer event then it is fitted in around the longer established events.
Anyway I'm off my soap box now and please anyone reading this do not take offence, I too would like better weather for better pics (no sunburn though as I'm a baldie), but maybe one day get to go to the Dubai air show!
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Hi All,
I hope those that made it to the north coast for the airshow had a good time despite the conditions. I was on Ramore Head on Saturday, quite close to where the guys were setting up for the evenings fireworks display. Although the wind was mental I was joined by another couple of photographers who I know from the motorcycle scene. Apologies for not catching up with some of the other guys on the hill but not knowing most of you visually made it rather difficult. As well as trying to take photographs in a howling gale, I was also trying to keep an ear on the scanners which was no mean feat either as the wind was so strong it kept removing the ear piece from my ear. Thankfully in the afternoon we were treated to some interesting comms from the eight F-16’s of the Texas ANG as they routed to LKCV. 'Trend 71-78' came through MIMKU direct LUK with their tanker 'Cacti 21', boom frequency was 254.600 with the chicks working 140.150 for air to air comms. ATC was with Scottish Military on 282.625. It’s just a pity the flight couldn’t have went through the overhead at Portrush, even holding their ALTREV it would still have been a great sight.
On the Sunday I headed to the other side of the bay sitting just below Blackrock. Although it was much calmer in comparison to Saturday this time it was the rain which spoilt the photography and I ended up taking very little shots, spending more time playing with the scanners. Frequency wise there was very little difference from the list I posted of last years activity. A circuit which eluded me this time was Select Security so if anyone managed to snag it I would be interested to hear what they worked this year. Anyway on to the updated list for 2009.
120.200 Team Guinot A/A
123.625 City of Derry App
129.900 Portrush D/Z 'Wildgeese'
130.100 Bellarena A/G
134.150 Portrush Display A/G
136.975 The Blades A/A
156.000 Portrush Lifeboat/Seaking A/G Ch0
156.300 Harbour Safety Net Ch06
156.375 Coastguard Ch67
156.800 Calling Ch16
157.550 Lifeboat House Ch31
160.600 Coastguard Ch99/00
163.2875 C103.5 Airshow Ops Ch2 (ATC/Coastguard Safety Net)
163.900/159.400 C186.2 Medical Control
163.9875 C88.5 Airshow Ops Ch1
164.050 C71.9 Coleraine Borough Council Ch02
165.075/169.875 C218.1 Lifeguards
166.125/170.925 C71.9 Coleraine Borough Council Ch01
241.325 Typhoon A/A
243.450 Red Arrows A/A
372.500 846 Sqn A/A
446.00625 Ch1 Mash Direct
446.04375 Ch4 D031 Unid (English Accents)
449.5375 Sea King Cockpit comms
And finally with Portrush out of the way thoughts have now turned to Leuchars next weekend. Are there many on the group heading over? I set off on Thursday afternoon as I will be on base from early Friday morning.
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Out of curiosity did anyone see the link to this site in the show program?
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Great day out yesterday despite the weather ... just home about 3 hours ago and no sign of any pneumonia symtoms yet ! stayed in Crawfordsburn last night .. really wanted the missus to see a full REDS display for the first time ( seen it many times myself ) but the TYPHOON was a first for me and more than made up for the lack of the synchros etc. Many thanks for all the useful info on this site re. travel / parking / scanner freqs. and best viewing positions. Was up on Ramore for the important stuff ! (JETS ) Look forward to next year and will defo be back. Tremendous shots posted so far. Many thanks again ... ChopperMike.
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Out of curiosity did anyone see the link to this site in the show program?
Just scanned through the program Casper, what page is it on?
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It's just a small credit under the Glider photo :)
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It's just a small credit under the Glider photo :)
thanks, found it just after hitting the send button!
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Out of curiosity did anyone see the link to this site in the show program?
I did ;D I saw it within literally 10 seconds of opening the programme.
Casper, the fact you had the photo credited to NIaviation rather than your name just hows how much dedication you put into making this site what it is! Kudos! I'm glad to be apart of this ever growing site.
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Ahhh, unfrtuante but congratulations never the less ;D It must be great seeing your photos on the programme!
Dave
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Great Shot of the Sukhoi! Must have been a hot day.. Dave's face matches the aircraft colour scheme! ;D
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There seems to be some disagreement over picture credits in this years program. I've removed any reference to the picture and ask that any discussions on the matter take place via personal messages (pm). Thanks for your understanding.
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:goodjob: On a lighter note I'd just like to take this opportunity to thank Tango Tango Fanta and his collegues for organising yet another brilliant show. Despite the weather I thoroughly enjoyed myself and am already looking forward to next years show. I'd also like to thank TTF for all the updates he has posted over the last few months and for letting us know about the Airbus way before anyone else :) Way above and beyond the call of duty :) :goodjob:
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Sadly i could'nt make sunday as i had to go to hospital on sunday but i did get some stuff from sat.
here is some you tube stuff.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_11uapXgfkk[/youtube]
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[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOvdW4Bl-wo[/youtube]
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAd9AonoF-8[/youtube]
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Hi folks and thanks for the comments. A few points to come back on:
Weather - we hold the show on the first weekend of September because it would normally be a "dead" weekend. The airshow has always been an event marketed to families, rather than hardcore spotters, and has established itself as the busiest weekend of the year. May-August weekends are pretty busy anyway so the marginal increase in visitors would be less than for a weekend in September. NI weather is a mystery - note the high pressure coming in tomorrow and as for the suggestion about May, I have worked the Raft Race for 5 years running and it has been sunny twice, rainy twice and literally gale force on one occassion. Three of the last four NW200s have been wet or showery. Scheduling does have to integrate with the UK calendar and we've now got ourselves a cosy wee slot in terms of availability.
No-shows - I don't agree that Portrush seems to suffer more than most other shows. Vampire went tech on Thursday, BBMF (except Dak) didn't even leave the hangars in Connigsby because of their weather conditions, spoke to Gnat owners this morning (they went tech on Friday and were repaired by Sat afternoon but too late to make slot at Portrush), 2nd Mk4 Sea King went tech at Aldergrove, no info on Dukes of Cassutt (they were replaced by 2 Yaks by Friday evening), Largs Bay stuck in port with electrical problems.
None are reasons specific to the display location - any no shows were due to weather elsewhere or tech reasons.
Love the pics by the way - I was thinking on the day that b&w shots would look great.
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The RED ARROW displays
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G621pgn0T1g[/youtube]
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pr3R4TCpMw[/youtube]
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I think the weather makes everyone unhappy but you can't really change the date because you think the weather will be better. At this years riverfest in coleraine the weather was really bad and there was also thunder & lightning, but the previous year it was really warm and would have fried and egg on the stones. so you can never predict the weather for any event. well done T.T.F for your hard work maybe next year we wont get many call offs.
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Forgot to say - if you were wondering why alot of the displays were further out this year its because after the buoys were nicely placed on Thursday we woke on Friday to find the strong current had drawn them about 200ft farther out. The wind and waves were too vicious (until Sunday) to have them repositioned and the pilots are duty bound to use the buoys for display axis.
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ahhhh, thanks for clearing that up TTF, i was wondering why everything seemed to be very far out this year, esp the yoyo
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TTF whats chances of P'rush 2010 ? every year i hear the same thing from people walking about, oh this is def the last one due to cost etc etc.