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18th June 2013, 14:26

j_jza80 replied to a thread USAF to retire A-10 fleet or the B-1B fleet? in Modern Military Aviation

I'd definately keep th A10, it's capabilities are unique, and I'd argue more relevant to today's conflicts.

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16th June 2013, 23:50

j_jza80 replied to a thread France: Reduced Training Costs, Pilot Flight Hours, Two-Tier Pilot Policy in Modern Military Aviation

PC-21 and Hawk are NOT in the same class.

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16th June 2013, 19:55

j_jza80 replied to a thread Eurofighter Typhoon News and Updates in Modern Military Aviation

Typhoon sonic booms heard over 3 counties while intercepting an airliner that had reported a disturbance. Windows smashed. ...

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16th June 2013, 00:15

j_jza80 replied to a thread No fly zone in Syria in Modern Military Aviation

Just for the benefit of those who aren't aware, what model of assault rifle do the "rebel side" generally use? They don't look like a western design...

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15th June 2013, 23:17

j_jza80 replied to a thread Spotted 2013 in Historic Aviation

A Spitfire (mk9?) on a trailer, heading eastbound on the m62 at approximately 2pm Saturday.

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14th June 2013, 23:33

j_jza80 started a thread Trooping the colour in Historic Aviation

Starting at 10.30am tomorrow, the flypast is mainly current RAF types, though the second tier of the flypast is the BBMF. :) Anyone know what...

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13th June 2013, 23:11

j_jza80 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

It looks in much better condition from that angle.

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13th June 2013, 13:22

j_jza80 started a thread Supermarine Cougar? in Historic Aviation

The ultimate evolution of R J Mitchells design? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Cougar-RAF-Spitfire-Charity-Rally-Car-/321142667672 :D

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11th June 2013, 21:19

j_jza80 replied to a thread Romanians camping in Hendon in General Discussion

Not a bad idea actually. A financial incentive to move our career dolers to Southern Europe would actually save us money in the long run, as those...

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11th June 2013, 17:15

j_jza80 replied to a thread Romanians camping in Hendon in General Discussion

This needs sorting quickly, before these shanty towns start becoming a common occurrence.

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11th June 2013, 15:57

j_jza80 replied to a thread Short Stirling next? in Historic Aviation

Even though the Dornier has only just been recovered, I suspect now would be a very good time to instigate the recovery of a Stirling. Fresh off the...

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10th June 2013, 16:50

j_jza80 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Should be out of the water in 30 minutes according to the BBC. Good luck to all involved.

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10th June 2013, 16:17

j_jza80 replied to a thread Fred Panton in Historic Aviation

Blue Skies Mr Panton.

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10th June 2013, 13:03

j_jza80 replied to a thread Oh Dear new George Clooney film set in Historic Aviation

Looks like its supposed to be a Stuka?

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9th June 2013, 22:36

j_jza80 replied to a thread Nigel Farage and the EU in General Discussion

According to Hollande, the Euro debt crisis is over: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-22832471 He can't honestly think that? Utter lunacy.

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8th June 2013, 16:34

j_jza80 replied to a thread Vulcan XH558 Flying Life Extension to go ahead in Historic Aviation

Given Elvingtons current collection, the addition of a Vulcan would make for an excellent Falklands war exhibit (Mirage iii, Harrier GR3, Victor),...

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8th June 2013, 11:25

j_jza80 replied to a thread Vulcan XH558 Flying Life Extension to go ahead in Historic Aviation

It never ceases to amaze me the level of negativity towards XH558 in these threads. I thought this was an aircraft enthusiasts forum? Long may...

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5th June 2013, 23:07

j_jza80 replied to a thread OK Not the most glorious part of British Rule in General Discussion

There'll be plenty of this to come, mark my words. Diego Garcia is another.

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2nd June 2013, 22:49

j_jza80 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

To me, anything from that aircraft would be woth having. :)

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2nd June 2013, 20:42

j_jza80 replied to a thread Goodwin Sands Dornier Recovery 2013 Thread in Historic Aviation

Good luck to all involved. Bringing back an extinct type is something truly special.

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2nd June 2013, 20:18

j_jza80 replied to a thread Victor XL231 And Nimrod XV250 Work Diary in Historic Aviation

Didn't catch much of today, but managed to turn up just as BBMF Spitfire PR.xix PM631 came over :) I also got treated to another...

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1st June 2013, 21:48

j_jza80 replied to a thread Spotted 2013 in Historic Aviation

I was sat in my back garden, south of York towards Elvington, and got treated to a 15 minute Airshow by Avro Vulcan XH558. Fantastic stuff!

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29th May 2013, 10:43

j_jza80 replied to a thread Why goggles? in Historic Aviation

It would probably help with the cold temperatures the crews were facing.

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29th May 2013, 09:57

j_jza80 replied to a thread New Exhibit for Elvington in Historic Aviation

If you don't enjoy the aesthetics of aircraft, you're probably on the wrong forum. why are you involving Typhoon? I was comparing Dassault...

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28th May 2013, 22:05

j_jza80 replied to a thread New Exhibit for Elvington in Historic Aviation

I love the 4000, but still prefer the IV (just) Shame they got the aesthetics so wrong on the Rafale :(

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28th May 2013, 20:24

j_jza80 replied to a thread Victor XL231 And Nimrod XV250 Work Diary in Historic Aviation

Hopefully indoors. Was nice to have a walk around inside the Dakota today :) My 20 year plus relationship with the museum is about to change,...

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28th May 2013, 20:18

j_jza80 replied to a thread Don't get ill in General Discussion

The NHS isn't safe, Tories or no. It simply isn't sustainable in its current form.

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28th May 2013, 18:12

j_jza80 replied to a thread New Exhibit for Elvington in Historic Aviation

That's welcome news :) Easily the best looking French aircraft of all IMO.

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28th May 2013, 16:47

j_jza80 replied to a thread Victor XL231 And Nimrod XV250 Work Diary in Historic Aviation

Just been for a wander around the museum today, have you any idea if the Javelin will be receiving some attention soon? The corrosion around the...

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28th May 2013, 16:40

j_jza80 replied to a thread New Exhibit for Elvington in Historic Aviation

Bringing this back from the dead, I was at the Yorkshire Air Museum today, and overheard someone saying that there is a Mirage IV coming to...

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