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Rallyman · « **Reply #200 on:** September 03, 2011, 11:52:01 PM »

Quote from: Dave on September 03, 2011, 11:18:31 PM

The surprise is probably that there is no surprise

Does any one know what time it starts at tomorrow? I assumed it began at 12 but I think I read that it started at 11 today?

All flying displays start at 12 , the helos arrive in to the tennis courts at 11.40 approx. The Model flying on the beach starts at 11.

Dave · « **Reply #201 on:** September 03, 2011, 11:53:46 PM »

Top stuff, thanks Rallyman!

ToNY89 · « **Reply #202 on:** September 03, 2011, 11:56:04 PM »

going to arrive early tomorrow to avoid traffic
looking forward to it, all good reports today

cant wait to see the f16 again, was a very good display at RIAT

Dave · « **Reply #203 on:** September 04, 2011, 12:00:12 AM »

I'll be heading up early aswell, hoping to get a quick look around the main area with the stalls, get a quick chippy and then head to the Black Rock cliffs on the left hand side of the bay for the start at 12. Already packing the raincoat aswell

ToNY89 · « **Reply #204 on:** September 04, 2011, 12:01:40 AM »

im hoping we wont need any rain coats until at least 4/5 ish

ill be up near ramore head i think (will decide tomorrow)

ToNY89 · « **Reply #205 on:** September 04, 2011, 12:10:42 AM »

so was the f16 pilot transported back and forth by helicopter?

if so, what was the callsign? just so i can keep an eye out tomorrow

thanks

casper · « **Reply #206 on:** September 04, 2011, 10:04:26 AM »

From the niinternationalairshow Facebook page

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IMPORTANT. Because of expected low cloud later this afternoon, times for Vulcan and f16 might be brought forward in order for them to use full ceiling height. Pilots are meeting at the moment and we will keep you informed.

Xair · « **Reply #207 on:** September 04, 2011, 10:31:01 AM »

Thanks Casper, on ramore head now waiting

Xair

casper · « **Reply #208 on:** September 04, 2011, 10:44:02 AM »

Gutted. Couldn't make it this year - car trouble and my wife's work hours conspired against me

52POSTROC · « **Reply #209 on:** September 04, 2011, 10:49:54 AM »

Just announced that the Vulcan will be appearing around 1pm.

52POSTROC · « **Reply #210 on:** September 04, 2011, 10:53:13 AM »

Although he could have said 1.41pm

monahank · « **Reply #211 on:** September 04, 2011, 10:59:46 AM »

Quote from: 52POSTROC on September 04, 2011, 10:49:54 AM

Just announced that the Vulcan will be appearing around 1pm.

Where did you hear this? Any word on the F16's time?

Causeway74 · « **Reply #212 on:** September 04, 2011, 11:01:03 AM »

If that is true that is a complete joke. The Vulcan was the only thing on the website to have a time beside it. So many people would come to see just it.

The organisers will lose a lot of fans over this I'm sure.

casper · « **Reply #213 on:** September 04, 2011, 11:17:03 AM »

From Facebook

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IMPORTANT. Latest times: Vulcan at 1.40 and f16 at 3.00. We realise that might disappoint some late arrivers but it's better than losing them

52POSTROC · « **Reply #214 on:** September 04, 2011, 11:18:04 AM »

The announcer said because of the weather later in the day the pilots wanted to bring the display forward. He then said something about 1.41pm (could not make out anything else) and that the pilots are speaking now about what to do.

monahank · « **Reply #215 on:** September 04, 2011, 11:18:39 AM »

1.40pm for the Vulcan and 3.00pm for the F16...

Cue the angry mob....

(To be honest... looking at the weather forecast - if the Vulcan had been kept in the 5pm slot, I doubt it would have even displayed - I know it may upset a lot of people who were planning to come down for 5pm, but it's better having the display for some fans rather than none at all.)

ni_gaz · « **Reply #216 on:** September 04, 2011, 11:22:44 AM »

does anyone have any sort of incling what route across the coast and into NI and outbound hes likely to take ?

casper · « **Reply #217 on:** September 04, 2011, 11:24:18 AM »

Was just thinking that myself.

casper · « **Reply #218 on:** September 04, 2011, 11:31:27 AM »

In an ideal world this would be the direct line from RAF Coningsby

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palace_ops · « **Reply #219 on:** September 04, 2011, 01:14:22 PM »

Alien 1 Tornado now inbound (currently FL100)....1214Z

52POSTROC · « **Reply #220 on:** September 04, 2011, 02:39:04 PM »

Really doubt we are going to see the Vulcan now. Weather getting worse.

52POSTROC · « **Reply #221 on:** September 04, 2011, 02:53:08 PM »

Think the f-16's have cancelled their display too due to cloud cover.

52POSTROC · « **Reply #222 on:** September 04, 2011, 03:11:48 PM »

F-16's have made this Airshow, amazing.

RNASMU · « **Reply #223 on:** September 04, 2011, 04:19:51 PM »

Just back from the show, the Vulcan was scheduled for 1.41pm but due to adverse weather couldn't get across, announcer said they would make every effort to get across but didn't sound good. Tornado duo displayed ok, then the weather started to move in from Donegal, thats when I left. F16 yesterday was fantastic looking forward to seeing some good photos.

greglloyd · « **Reply #224 on:** September 04, 2011, 05:38:51 PM »

Belgian Airforce F-16 = Wowee!!

What an amazing display. Really showed the aircraft off well. Makes you stand up and take note of Belgium's airforce!

Always wanted to see an F-16 and I was totally satisfied. Noisy bugger too which I was most impressed with. Great plane, and amongst the best displays we have ever had over here. Loved the way the pilot wasn't afraid to use plenty of reheat right through the display.

The Vulcan no show was a dissapointment but the F-16 was outstanding and this a more memorable show. Thanks to Tango Tango for a much better line this year with more 'proper' jets and noise!

The display line seemed better too. The F-16 came close in towards the crowd a few times which was great!

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