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Military Aviation => Modern Military Aircraft => Topic started by: CanonJohns40d on June 01, 2011, 02:00:50 PM

Title: Tornados
Post by: CanonJohns40d on June 01, 2011, 02:00:50 PM: Hi guys with permission I am able to advise you of the possible arrival of 2 GR4s into Aldergrove between 5pm and 6pm tonight weather permitting. I'll try and update later.

John
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Post by: casper on June 01, 2011, 02:08:12 PM: According to weather forecast it's to pick up later in the afternoon, so being hopeful :) May even get a race down.
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Post by: CanonJohns40d on June 01, 2011, 02:12:00 PM: 5pm looking very likely callsign Stella.
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Post by: casper on June 01, 2011, 02:40:49 PM: Looks like I'll be heading down. If wind direction is right I'll be parked at Killead Road - black Rover car full of kids :)
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Post by: ToNY89 on June 01, 2011, 02:44:08 PM: Do you know if they are landing or doing approach and go arounds?
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Post by: CanonJohns40d on June 01, 2011, 03:20:50 PM: I believe to land and possible overnight might get more later. Hope to be at Kilead but timing will be tight. I'll update when i can.
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Post by: ToNY89 on June 01, 2011, 03:59:51 PM: any more word on this definitely happening? they arriving together or separately? thanks
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Post by: CanonJohns40d on June 01, 2011, 04:29:42 PM: My last word it is on about 5pm and a two ship.
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Post by: casper on June 01, 2011, 05:26:44 PM: They arrived at 5:15pm did a fast approach then a break. Did missed approach and came round again. Finally landed. Will post photos later.
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Post by: Angry Turnip on June 01, 2011, 06:18:26 PM: I saw them from the car when I was on my way home-thanks for the tip off Canon John,unfortunatly I was out all day in work van so didn`t know about it until it was too late.

Was that Paultojo I saw standing at Ballyrobin today watching them? :)
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Post by: casper on June 01, 2011, 08:28:36 PM: As promised :)

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Post by: casper on June 01, 2011, 08:33:29 PM: One more

(http://www.niaviation.co.uk/gallery/albums/userpics/10001/ZA469.JPG)
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Post by: Xair on June 01, 2011, 08:42:15 PM: WOW great shots casper. loved the duo.
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Post by: Chalkman on June 01, 2011, 08:53:31 PM: Super pics - nice payload onboard aswell ;D
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Post by: casper on June 01, 2011, 08:55:53 PM: Thanks guys. Pure coincidence that I got them - CanonJohn's heads-up and I just happen to have today and the next few off work :)
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Post by: CanonJohns40d on June 01, 2011, 09:23:29 PM: Nice shots Casper and nice also to meet you. I couldn't get out of work on time for the arrival but glad the heads up was useful. The 4 guys would like to the see the shots. I was told that was the sort of action we could expect on arrival.

I had the tip on Saturday from a local Pilot; Lossie 03, he was the back seater in ZG756 as today he was checking out his colleague. He texted me last night and today as well as a phone call to confirm their arrival. 4 nice guys who had plenty of time to chat and show us their toys. He invited us onto the base for a few shots so not too disappointed to have missed the arrival. I should add he is very keen to make aquaintance with the local Aviation scene. Their departure is about 10am tomorrow and he has promised a two ship out over Bangor.
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Post by: casper on June 01, 2011, 09:26:08 PM: Hi CanonJohn and it was very nice to meet you to. It's nice to put faces to names. Hope you got some decent shots (looking forward to seeing them). Pity they couldn't do a detour over Lurgan :)
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Post by: EZYgoing on June 01, 2011, 09:59:31 PM: Excellent shots Casper, the first one is great.
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Post by: TCX49 on June 01, 2011, 10:05:21 PM: Good job Casper. ;D
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Post by: Angry Turnip on June 01, 2011, 10:25:17 PM: Great shot`s Casper 8) ,if only I`d known about this earlier I would have joined you-oh well,that`s what happens when you get lumbered with doing a delivery run;at least I got to see them from the car on my way home and didn`t put it in the hedge watching them. ;D
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Post by: casper on June 01, 2011, 10:37:25 PM: When John posted here I phoned my dad and asked him if he wanted to tag along. He's 70 and has never been spotting or seen a Tornado, so he said he'd love to. Was great for him to see 2 Tornados, an AN-12 and a Sea King all in the space of 45 minutes - plus one or two regulars. He says he thoroughly enjoyed it :)
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Post by: Steve7 on June 01, 2011, 11:25:32 PM: :goodjob:
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Post by: Paultojo on June 01, 2011, 11:26:33 PM: Thanks John for the info yes Angry that was me hope my legs didn't distract your driving ;D
Nice shots Casper it really was a fun packed hour or so.
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Post by: casper on June 01, 2011, 11:27:41 PM: Don't know if you noticed Paul but that was me coming out of Killead as you were turning in off the main road.
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Post by: Paultojo on June 01, 2011, 11:31:34 PM: Yep saw you was heading in for a closer look at the two visitors
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Post by: casper on June 01, 2011, 11:32:43 PM: Did you get a closer look?
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Post by: CanonJohns40d on June 01, 2011, 11:56:41 PM: Hi Guys here is a taster from on the base.
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5184/5787694691_f449f3bc46_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5787694691/)
JHC Aldergrove Tornados (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5787694691/#) by Canon John's 40D (http://www.flickr.com/people/bangorfuji9500/), on Flickr
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5069/5787728919_3b37f12199_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5787728919/)
JHC Aldergrove Tornados (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5787728919/#) by Canon John's 40D (http://www.flickr.com/people/bangorfuji9500/), on Flickr
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5187/5788285094_d2e6a7a5bb_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5788285094/)
Tornado canopy (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5788285094/#) by Canon John's 40D (http://www.flickr.com/people/bangorfuji9500/), on Flickr
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5230/5787694395_ec280ebaed_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5787694395/)
JHC Aldergrove Tornados (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5787694395/#) by Canon John's 40D (http://www.flickr.com/people/bangorfuji9500/), on Flickr
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2761/5788250312_2c2621b8fc_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5788250312/)
JHC Aldergrove Tornados (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5788250312/#) by Canon John's 40D (http://www.flickr.com/people/bangorfuji9500/), on Flickr
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2732/5788249962_ff18e40331_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5788249962/)
JHC Aldergrove Tornados (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bangorfuji9500/5788249962/#) by Canon John's 40D (http://www.flickr.com/people/bangorfuji9500/), on Flickr
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Post by: Paultojo on June 02, 2011, 12:08:12 AM: Quote from: casper on June 01, 2011, 11:32:43 PM
Did you get a closer look?

Not as close as John lost my photo accreditation when the Army took over so no snaps.
Nice photos
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Post by: casper on June 02, 2011, 12:23:54 AM: :goodjob:
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Post by: CanonJohns40d on June 02, 2011, 12:26:42 AM: As I mentioned to Paul on the other site, Fighter Control, I got the details Saturday and he stayed in touch with me on Tuesday and Wednesday by text. He then phoned me lunchtime Wednesday to confirm the arrival and happy to let others know. The four crew were very patient and informative allowing us to look around and in the aircraft. He would be happy to take part in a session for the group if we wanted. i owe him a few beers for sure!!!
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Post by: Causeway74 on June 02, 2011, 12:43:31 AM: Thats a good contact you have John! Just tell him to make weekly trips and we will all be happy!

I take it these are 15 Sqn pilots finishing the training?
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Post by: iCardboardRobot on June 02, 2011, 12:49:59 AM: wow im EXTREMELY jealous John :)
fantastic shots with great angles on the photos
Enjoy mate
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Post by: Causeway74 on June 02, 2011, 10:13:47 AM: Stella callsign just called up for taxi.
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Post by: ww2ni on June 02, 2011, 05:39:08 PM: Hi Guys,

I was very pleased to see these two aircraft doing a pass over Bangor today. Excellent stuff and your piccies are top notch.

Hope we get more such visits as this made my day!! :D
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Post by: Rallyman on June 02, 2011, 06:28:35 PM: Super pics from all concerned , the wife phoned me yesterday when they were going low level over the North Coast just after 5 and i was in work so not a happy bunny , luv to see them here on a regular basis , maybe every 2 hrs or so would be class lol.
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Post by: CanonJohns40d on June 02, 2011, 07:10:04 PM: Can't promise how often but Lossie 03 has promised to keep me informed of any movements. He was spot on with this effort even promised the Bangor Departure. Here's looking forward to more and if you happen to log in thanks again to Lossie 03 (Ian).
John
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Post by: String on June 02, 2011, 08:01:36 PM: Would love to see them over the coleraine area if i can't see them i would just listen to them they make a great sound.