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Offline joey1

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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #45 on: June 10, 2011, 07:35:55 pm »
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #46 on: June 22, 2011, 05:14:49 pm »
We may have another casualty at RIAT

Its been reported that The Airbus A400M suffered engine problems and as a result grounded the A400M ahead of the upcoming Paris Airshow and has been temporary suspended from all non essential flying including displays


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read the report below

http://www.flightglobal.com/articles/2011/06/19/358240/paris-engine-problems-prevent-a400m-flying-at-show.html





no doubt RIAT  will be affected  :banghead:
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #47 on: June 24, 2011, 05:23:57 pm »
Just anounced RAF will be sending an A330 tanker and using the occasion to confer the name "Voyager"
on the type!
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #48 on: June 27, 2011, 08:26:16 pm »
RIAT has now been extended by ½ hour to accommodate the flying display  :buttrock:

Quote taken from the RIAT Home page 
"Organisers of the Royal International Air Tattoo are guaranteeing visitors will get even more for their money next month – by extending the flying display to eight hours.

The airshow, which takes place on July 16-17, was due to start its flying display at 10.30am but it will now start half-an-hour earlier to accommodate the large number of aircraft from around the world who want to perform.

A record nine aerobatic display teams will be taking to the skies above RAF Fairford along with fast jets, giant transporters, classic warbirds and military helicopters.

Chief Executive Tim Prince said: "Bringing together the flying display is like completing a massive jigsaw. There are so many factors you need to take into consideration to ensure the day runs smoothly.

"When we sat down and looked at all the aircraft taking part we realised we needed to extend the length of the flying programme. That so many air forces and civilian operators wish to display at the Air Tattoo is a great reflection on the reputation the airshow has around the world. UK plc should be very proud."

This summer's Air Tattoo will be marking its 40th anniversary and hosting a gathering of specially-decorated 'Tiger' aircraft from the NATO Tiger Association. 'Tiger' aircraft come from NATO squadrons that have a Tiger or Big Cat in their emblem and their association marks its 50th anniversary in 2011. The 'operational' spotlight STAR 11 will focus on aircraft and equipment involved in the roles of Strike and Reconnaissance." :applause:

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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #49 on: June 27, 2011, 08:57:32 pm »
IAC sending a CASA. Will be nice, they haven't sent one for about 4 years I think.  :applause:
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #50 on: June 28, 2011, 01:15:01 pm »
That's brilliant news Vulcan can't wait :buttrock: :buttrock:

I wasn’t expecting any IAC participation to any overseas Airshows in light of our current belt tightening situation, and because the great work the  :ireland: IAC did in response to the wild fires earlier this year, I presumed that this  may have use up a lot of precious operational  resources, so great news indeed  :ireland: :applause: :airforce_grin:

Can’t wait now just under 3 weeks to go
So let's pray for good weather during the month of July
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #51 on: June 28, 2011, 08:07:01 pm »
The IAC will be represented at the Austrian Air Show this weekend in Zeltweg, Austria

Here is the information from the website

"PILATUS PC-9

The Swiss aircraft manufacturer Pilatus has specialized in the production of turboprop-driven training planes like the PC-9, currently used in 17 Air Forces for the training of future jet pilots. The two-seater excels by its good-natured flight behavior (especially appreciated by beginners) and its sufficient power for challenging flight maneuvers. The Irish Air Corps and the Slovenian as well as the Croation Air Force will each send one PC-9M to AIRPOWER11 at Zeltweg. And also the Croatian aerobatics display team Krila Oluje (Wings of Storm) perform their show using six Pilatus PC-9s."

And the link to the website http://www.airpower.gv.at/en/aircraft/more-aircraft/pilatus-pc-9/
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #52 on: July 05, 2011, 03:52:21 pm »
There are reports from Facebook that a FULLY LOADED Eurofighter Typhoon from BAE  will display at RIAT 

I won't get to excited until I see it on official sites but has to be a brilliant last minute update .....


On a slightly worrying note....


There are reports that the Vulcan XH-558 has been dogged with engine troubles  let's hope she can make it to RIAT
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #53 on: July 05, 2011, 06:33:57 pm »
Anyone here on twitter and fancy staying in touch or meeting up on the Saturday?  Follow me @haslemerepets and I'll follow you back!
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #54 on: July 05, 2011, 09:06:09 pm »
Sorry tempest, not on twitter. Yeah, Joey, it seems as if that BAE Tiffy is going to be there. That should be a good display. Also the Danish F-16 is back !.
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #55 on: July 06, 2011, 04:04:49 pm »

A lot of casualties including our very own IAC In this latest Update in afraid

UK
Merlin   28 Sqn VIP (S)
Squirrel CFS(H) Sqn RIAT 40th (SP)

German Air Force
Airbus A310   FBS BMVg   RIAT 40th (S)   
Airbus A319   FBS BMVg   VIP (V)

Royal Danish Air Force
F-16AM (x2) 730 Sqn Star 11 (F)

Swiss Air Force
Cessna C56X 4 Wing VIP (V)

Cancellations

US Air Force Reserve Command
C-17A Globemaster III 446 AW RIAT 40th (S)
 
US Marine Corps
KC-130T Hercules   VMGR-234   RIAT 40th (S)

Irish Air Corps
CN235M-100 101 Squadron Star 11 (S)

NATO
E-3A Sentry   NAEW&C Star 11 (S)
 
Civilian
Meteor T7 (x2) Martin Baker RIAT 40th (S)

QinetiQ
Andover QinetiQ RIAT 40th (S)

And this very disappointing latest update  the Mirage F1  has canceled its flying display too
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #56 on: July 06, 2011, 07:25:27 pm »
Not sure what the story is with the IAC CASA ? it's only been confirmed for about a week or so and now cancelled ??  :banghead: Maybe they'll replace it with something else, would be nice to see a PC9 there for a change, instead of the usual AW139, as good as they are.
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #57 on: July 06, 2011, 09:50:28 pm »
Operational commitments. There is only two of them after all! :ireland:
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Re: RIAT 2011
« Reply #58 on: July 06, 2011, 10:18:40 pm »
It's seems as if The IAC have completely pulled out of RIAT

I  think the PC9s will be elsewhere according to an earlier post

I reckon any IAC aircraft type would be welcome at this late stage
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« Reply #59 on: July 07, 2011, 05:04:22 am »
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I reckon any IAC aircraft type would be welcome at this late stage

Unless the original slot has been kept open for the CASA it Would be pretty hard to reorganise everything. Unfortunately it's not just a case of turning up and parking.

On another note, there is an ex-IAC Chipmunk going, still in it's Irish paintscheme  :buttrock:
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