Author Topic: Air Waves Portrush 2018 - 1st - 2nd September (Read 71490 times)

TCX49 · « **Reply #50 on:** July 06, 2018, 07:00:04 PM »

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Yeah, the Mig will be back apparently, just not announced yet.

Great to hear!

Would be good if the Vampires came too

ed-209 · « **Reply #51 on:** July 20, 2018, 03:17:36 AM »

Air Waves Portrush
"Unfortunately the RAF are not offering a GR4 display this year. We did request a flypast by any RAF asset likely to be in the area but were not allocated anything. Although RAF flypasts are free getting additional display items also means we go into the next CAA fee bracket, at present that would add approx. £1500 to the costs."

"The Draken and Viggen heritage flight would be great too!!! 😁😁😁
Air Waves Portrush
"Sadly we don't have enough money in the flying display budget for that."

This was posted a few days ago so looks like Portrush won't be adding anything extra....2 kicks in one day

So Portrush being the premier RAF 100 event and the RAF cannot send 1 single asset...joke!

Should change Air Waves Portrush to Negative Waves

Tango Tango Fanta · « **Reply #52 on:** July 20, 2018, 10:46:42 AM »

The comment was about adding a FLYPAST to the current list of RAF DISPLAY ITEMS at Portrush

Sonic Boom · « **Reply #53 on:** July 20, 2018, 12:12:31 PM »

I'm wondering why the official website for this event hasn't yet been updated with the list of aircraft attending? It's only just over a month away! I'm hoping that it's because the organizers are still consulting with aircraft operators in an effort to attract their attendance, so far I have heard very little about the aircraft coming but it appears that the RAF have little to offer us,🤔

smudge · « **Reply #54 on:** July 20, 2018, 04:04:26 PM »

Rumour that there is no Silver Wings enclosure this year, which would tally with the big empty space on that page of the website.

Someone is notable by their absence from the team this year.

jasT1981 · « **Reply #55 on:** July 20, 2018, 06:01:48 PM »

Quote from: Sonic Boom on July 20, 2018, 12:12:31 PM

I'm wondering why the official website for this event hasn't yet been updated with the list of aircraft attending? It's only just over a month away! I'm hoping that it's because the organizers are still consulting with aircraft operators in an effort to attract their attendance, so far I have heard very little about the aircraft coming but it appears that the RAF have little to offer us,🤔

Still more to be announced. This is a post from last week. I believe the Norwegian's are still to be announced, quite possibly the Mig 15 but not 100% sure on that one.

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Visitors to Air Waves Portrush can also look forward to a debut performance from the vintage Swiss Classic Formation featuring the Beech 18 and DC-3 aircraft alongside appearances from the Global Stars aerobatic team, the Catalina sea plane, the Sea Fury and the Calidus Autogyro with more announcements still to come.

Sonic Boom · « **Reply #56 on:** July 20, 2018, 08:06:27 PM »

Quote from: jasT1981 on July 20, 2018, 06:01:48 PM

Quote from: Sonic Boom on July 20, 2018, 12:12:31 PM

I'm wondering why the official website for this event hasn't yet been updated with the list of aircraft attending? It's only just over a month away! I'm hoping that it's because the organizers are still consulting with aircraft operators in an effort to attract their attendance, so far I have heard very little about the aircraft coming but it appears that the RAF have little to offer us,🤔

Still more to be announced. This is a post from last week. I believe the Norwegian's are still to be announced, quite possibly the Mig 15 but not 100% sure on that one.

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Visitors to Air Waves Portrush can also look forward to a debut performance from the vintage Swiss Classic Formation featuring the Beech 18 and DC-3 aircraft alongside appearances from the Global Stars aerobatic team, the Catalina sea plane, the Sea Fury and the Calidus Autogyro with more announcements still to come.

Thanks jasT1981but I'm still not getting as excited as I would be at this time most years! 😴

breney · « **Reply #57 on:** July 21, 2018, 03:23:57 PM »

Quote from: smudge on July 20, 2018, 04:04:26 PM

Rumour that there is no Silver Wings enclosure this year, which would tally with the big empty space on that page of the website.

Someone is notable by their absence from the team this year.

I've heard that too, which would make it seem like fact

jasT1981 · « **Reply #58 on:** July 23, 2018, 12:01:58 AM »

Rich Goodwin down for Portrush http://www.richgoodwinairshows.com/airshows

jasT1981 · « **Reply #59 on:** July 25, 2018, 04:34:52 PM »

There will be hospitality enclosures this year.

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We have teamed up with our fabulous friends at Translink to offer a family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children) the opportunity to win their train or bus travel and entry to Lancaster Lodge hospitality marquee on Sunday 2nd September. The Lancaster Lodge experience includes souvenir programme, hot and cold buffet, private viewing area and treats for the children.

TCX49 · « **Reply #60 on:** July 26, 2018, 04:34:54 AM »

Looks like the Royal Navy Wildcat is confirmed for Static Display for Both Days.

http://www.airwavesportrush.co.uk/on-the-ground/

jasT1981 · « **Reply #61 on:** July 26, 2018, 10:26:06 PM »

I'm not a big fan of the wildcat. Horrible looking front end with that big dome camera.

TCX49 · « **Reply #62 on:** July 27, 2018, 05:36:49 PM »

Displays now confirmed.

Both Days:
- BBMF (Lancaster, Spitfire & Hurricane)
- RAF Tutor
- RAF Typhoon
- Auto Gyro
- Global Stars
- Navy Wings Sea Fury T20
- Wildcats Aerobatics
- Swiss Classic Flight (Beech 18 & DC3)
- Huey & Loach
- Catalina
- Ulster Gliding Club Glider

Saturday Only:
- Irish Coastguard S-92
- MiG-15

Sunday Only:
- RAF Red Arrows
- RAF Falcons

http://www.airwavesportrush.co.uk/aircraft-2/

Also an evening event on the Saturday in Portstewart which includes an Extra 330 & Piper J3 Cub evening display.
http://www.airwavesportrush.co.uk/portstewart-event/

jasT1981 · « **Reply #63 on:** July 27, 2018, 05:47:53 PM »

Looks like I will go up for the Saturday. Swiss Classic Flight, Sea Fury, Huey & Loach, Catalina & BBMF the main draws for me.

Sneaky_Nikon · « **Reply #64 on:** July 27, 2018, 09:35:30 PM »

Now, if I thought there was even the remotest possibility they'd do a Sea Fury/Mig 15 dogfight double formation...

jasT1981 · « **Reply #65 on:** July 29, 2018, 03:28:08 PM »

https://news.causewaycoastcommunity.co.uk/local-news/irish-astronaut-set-to-be-a-star-attraction-at-air-waves-portrush-2018/

Norah Patten, who is hoping to be the first Irish astronaut will be in the STEM village.

Paultojo · « **Reply #66 on:** July 29, 2018, 04:00:29 PM »

Quote from: Sneaky_Nikon on July 27, 2018, 09:35:30 PM

Now, if I thought there was even the remotest possibility they'd do a Sea Fury/Mig 15 dogfight double formation...

Rather entertaining at Yeovilton

Mig-15 and Sea Fury by Paul Harvey, on Flickr

jasT1981 · « **Reply #67 on:** July 29, 2018, 04:26:33 PM »

Ooooh now that is a nice formation!!

smudge · « **Reply #68 on:** July 29, 2018, 07:13:33 PM »

Pffft. I had a Sea Fury and Quiche formation at RIAT.

Given the jaunty angle it seems that it took effect quite rapidly.

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jasT1981 · « **Reply #69 on:** August 17, 2018, 01:56:20 PM »

If 'Logistical' issues allow for it, there should be a Puma HC1 on static from the UAS.

smudge · « **Reply #70 on:** August 17, 2018, 03:18:37 PM »

Confirmed that there will NOT be a Silver Wings enclosure this year, only the Lancaster Lodge 'corporate' enclosure where one can network with stakeholders...

The Gaffer · « **Reply #71 on:** August 19, 2018, 02:07:15 PM »

And unfortunately it's location makes it totally unattractive if you want to see the airshow!

will have to harass any of the organisers I meet on the ground there, a big loss to the event

Quote from: smudge on August 17, 2018, 03:18:37 PM

Confirmed that there will NOT be a Silver Wings enclosure this year, only the Lancaster Lodge 'corporate' enclosure where one can network with stakeholders...

jasT1981 · « **Reply #72 on:** August 19, 2018, 08:31:33 PM »

How popular was Silver Wings? did it sell out each year?

smudge · « **Reply #73 on:** August 20, 2018, 11:27:48 AM »

Quote from: jasT1981 on August 19, 2018, 08:31:33 PM

How popular was Silver Wings? did it sell out each year?

TTF might know numbers but it always seemed fairly well booked every year, not many table-places free at lunchtime.

It's a real shame as I probably won't do the airshow without it.

The Lancaster Lodge isn't much more expensive per head but it's in a rubbish location.

Merlin · « **Reply #74 on:** August 20, 2018, 09:02:07 PM »

Quote from: jasT1981 on August 19, 2018, 08:31:33 PM

How popular was Silver Wings? did it sell out each year?

Last year was my first visit to the enclosure and have to admit I did enjoy it. Prime spot, table and chairs provided, lunch, private toilets.

Was disappointed it wasn't returning this year as I probably would have gone again.

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Author Topic: Air Waves Portrush 2018 - 1st - 2nd September (Read 71490 times)