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Another day in paradise (Kirkwall Airport)

Leuchars 2009

16:44, 8 November 2009 .. 1 comments .. Link

I have narrowed down my Leuchars visit from 600 to 70 odd photos.  As there are so many, I won't write a blurb for each but if you would like any more info, don't hesitate to get in touch.

This year I had an enthusiasts pass which allowed me better access to the aircraft and photo opportunities.  I was hosted by the RAF for the two days I was there and I have to say their hospitality and food were outstanding.  Many thanks to all for their excellent care.

Anyway to the photos starting off with a Belgian Air Force Embraer

The first of the typhoons

And a few moments later, this is my favourite pic of the weekend

Saab Gripen

Polish Air Force MIG 29 before and after display

Then it was time for a dream come true.  Due to the weather, the Vulcan could not fly.  Not so this year.  All of a sudden I heard the Vulcan contact the tower in my earpiece, then in the distance she appeared with a Typhoon escort.

And here it is, just before parking right in front of me.

And here are a couple of close-ups and obviously a picture of yours truly showing just how closed we were allowed to go.  It is such a big aircraft as the final picture shows where the guys in the air intake give an idea of perspective.

 

Then it was time for the F16's

And an F15

The Golden oldies started arriving, first of all a Jet Provost

A Hunter

And a number of Strikemasters

Then came the Venom, on the ground it looked like an oversized tadpole, in the air it looked seriously mean

The next aircraft to land was a German Breguet which was immaculate and had the most amazing livery as you will see

More to come..............................................


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Heavy Metal

07:09, 27 November 2009 .. Posted by jumpseat
Nice Neil,

Some serious metal there...
Nice stuff.

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