donnygeoff Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/bid-for-vulcan-to-fly-alongside-two-remaining-lancaster-bombers-1-6791654 What a sight that will be........ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SueH Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 At the last count they only have 38 £15 shares to be sold (out of the 558) to cover the cost of having 558 attend this event. Our household has done their bit! SueH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hockham Admiral Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 The Vulcan and BBMF Lancaster did formate in 2008. Here's an interesting article on Bill Ramsey, who has flown both! http://www.globalaviationresource.com/v2/2014/08/19/aviation-feature-bill-ramsey-on-leading-the-vulcan-and-lancaster-formation/ 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gancanny Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 what a fabulous set of photos in that link john 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SueH Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 Only 18, 558, shares left now. It looks like the weather is going to be kind as well. I expect there will be a number of videos on you-tube to see, for those of use who cannot get there on the day. SueH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExSurveyor Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 I'm onboard at Brundall on Thursday, what is the chance of a fly past, any idea on times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPEEDTRIPLE Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 The Vulcan and BBMF Lancaster did formate in 2008. Vulcan & Lancaster.jpg Here's an interesting article on Bill Ramsey, who has flown both! http://www.globalaviationresource.com/v2/2014/08/19/aviation-feature-bill-ramsey-on-leading-the-vulcan-and-lancaster-formation/ Many thanks for posting that John, it`s a great article with some really stunning photo`s. :clap . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemike Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 my work takes me to a lot of farms round scampton,so very regularly see red arrows training and even see BBMF,does everyone know the vulcan beside the A15 at RAF waddingham is the one that bombed port stanley. mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbo Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 I didn't realise that Mike! I will be keeping my eyes skinned for the Vulcan again though come Wednesday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemike Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 you going down to the boat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donnygeoff Posted August 19, 2014 Author Share Posted August 19, 2014 I'm onboard at Brundall on Thursday, what is the chance of a fly past, any idea on times. according to the web site...this is from my poor memory.... no I will put the link on, it's easier than me trying to remember the times http://www.raf.mod.uk/rafwaddington/newsweather/index.cfm?storyid=11B3DBF1-5056-A318-A802C5A20D39A135 Scroll down the page for times of arrival and departure from Waddington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 Hopefully I'll get to see the two Lancs at Cleethorpes on Sept 7th Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemike Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 any idea where i can find details of the cleethorpes flypast? mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 Yep, the eta is around 1400, so I suggest you get there by 1300, there is quite a crowd of us going, some setting off from very close to your location too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemike Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 its only 30 mins from here i'm at junction 2 on m180 mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 Yes I know where you are. Our road train will be leaving our location at around 1200 latest, then east on the M180 to ensure parking and all getting together at a suitable location. Some of us taking dogs too. The 'plan' is to view the warbirds, fish-n-chips, ride on the miniature steam train, ice cream, have a walk etc then home as and when, you are welcome to join us if you wish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CooWee Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 Good evening each, Since this thread is about the BBMF I thought I would share this with you. Three years ago I applied to BBMF to see if they would they fly over Ranworth Island on 24th June 2011 (where has three years gone) below is their reply, which may help if someone wants to apply to the BBMF for a NBN event. "Norfolk Broads, 24 Jun 11 Thank you for your request for RAF Participation at the above event during the 2011 season. I regret to inform you that your application for RAF fixed-wing assets has been unsuccessful. The flying hours allocated within the RAF for display flying is limited, and every the number of requests far outstrips the resources available. We do look at all options to support as many events throughout the country as possible; this includes looking for operational aircraft on routine training sorties that may be in the vicinity. I do appreciate how disappointing the above information is, and if circumstances change, and we can support your event, we will be in touch; unfortunately, this is unlikely. With the vagaries of the climate, I hope you are fortunate with the weather and have a successful event. Should you be considering requesting RAF participation for an event in 2012 (2015 now) can I remind you that applications should be with the RAF Events Team by the end of September 2011" (now 2014) This is the address: RAF Events Team, Bentley Priory Building, RAF Northolt, West End Road, Ruislip, Middlesex HA4 6NG. Tel: 020 8833 8769 (95233 8769) Email: CER-SO3AirEventsTeams@mod.uk I also wrote to the Vulcan Team, but got no reply. Hope it helps, the G-HUEY team are based in Preston, I can go and have a chat with them if you are interested. That is about it for now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranworthbreeze Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 A couple of good pictures and report of the fly pass of the two Lancaster's and Vulcan over RAF Marham yesterday.http://www.edp24.co.uk/news/lancasters_thumper_and_vera_fly_over_raf_marham_1_3736473RegardsAlan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadScot Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 Well folks I am a very happy bunny! Just had this e-mail. http://www.scottishairshow.com/ Hopefully will see some of it next weekend! Iain. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hockham Admiral Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Her's a link to XH 558's display at Bournemouth this weekend... "Best in Show"! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LondonRascal Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Last weekend I was at the Shoreham Airshow - see some of the photos I took there including The Vulcan and Lancaster - I've also got some video to add later. Album Link: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10204632419600515.1073741832.1535827413&type=1&l=82756ea6f1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Ok Morning All, and in particular those within travelling distance from Cleethorpes Update time. Ok this Sunday 7th. Latest update (I contacted the tourist information centre at Cleethorpes) is that both Lancaster’s are due to do a flypast at 1605. Car Parking – seeing as some of us will be taking our pooches along, we are restricted as to what beaches they can use, however from the Leisure centre southwards we are fine. There are two car parks (Pay and display) adjacent, they are the Leisure centre and boating Lake car parks. They are situated on ‘Kings Road’ A180. The light railway is also situated there too. Options for the day – Fish-n-Chips, Ice cream, beach walk (With dogs) light railway trip, (Yes dogs allowed on the railway - Macie enjoyed it last time out) and of course witness two Lancaster’s in formation flypast. The T.I office say they are expecting crowds in large numbers on the day. Therefore I suggest we get there earlier rather than later, witness the flypast then make your way home So depart Donny area at say 1200? Aim for the boating lake car park to meet up on arrival The distance is around 50 odd miles from Finningley Airport to the car park so allow 75 mins travelling time or so, Predominantly M180 Car sharing – If anyone is in a vehicle on their own, let me know and I’ll try to arrange car sharing/lift if at all possible. On this occasion I’ll be in a car and not on the mighty Tiger (Macie dog not a good pillion) If you fancy it, see you there, if you don’t – that’s fine too. Invite / pass this onto whoever you choose Oh and any suggestions are welcome too. Yours Griff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hockham Admiral Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 "Oh and any suggestions are welcome too. Yours Griff" Fish & Chips in Steel's Corner House or Ernie Beckett's are a must for us, Griff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 Right, I'm outa here, Cleethorpes here we come Griff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranworthbreeze Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 Yesterday & Today was the Southport Air Show, however this afternoon will see the two Lancasters flying in formation over the Derwent Dam. No doubt there will be plenty of pictures on the internet later tonight and in the morning. Here is a link mentioning the fly past that should include a Spitfire and a Hurricane. On this link is a picture of a previous fly pass by a single Lancaster.http://www.raf.mod.uk/bbmf/news/index.cfm?storyid=29250E9D-5056-A318-A861958C0A76C57FRegardsAlan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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