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Your Diamond Paddock Package Invitation to Farnborough International Airshow’s 60th celebrations
Held from 14th – 20th July 2008, the 46th biennial Farnborough International Airshow is one of the world’s largest aerospace airshows and exhibitions. This year, the airshow celebrates two landmarks in aviation history, the 100th year of powered flight in Britain together with its own 60th anniversary.
Soak up the world famous Farnborough atmosphere and join the celebrations in style in our unique “Diamond Paddock Area”, exclusively offered to Key Publishing’s readers and Friends of Farnborough.
The ‘Diamond Paddock Package’ has been newly introduced to offer those with a devoted interest in aviation the chance to enjoy their Farnborough experience to the full in a fitting surrounding, away from the hustle and bustle of other visitors. Diamond Package users will be afforded excellent views of the ever popular flying display from an exclusive area on a prime flight-line position. But remember, tickets are limited so book now to avoid disappointment.
The purpose of the “Diamond Paddock Package” is to offer those that have a devoted interest in aviation the chance to witness the exhibits, the static displays and, of course, the ever popular flying display in a private fenced-off area in a prime flight-line position.
The DIAMOND PADDOCK PACKAGE
Access to the Unique ‘Diamond Paddock’ area
Sit back and relax in comfortable deckchair seating
Dine alfresco within the exclusive paddock area and avoid the queues with dedicated catering*
Private toilets
Plus you will receive:
A Daily Entrance Ticket for either Saturday 19 or Sunday 20 July 2008
A ‘Diamond Paddock’ wristband for either Saturday 19 or Sunday 20 July 2008
Free car parking in general car park areas
The daily flying displays† scheduled so far include: The Red Arrows, The Aerostars, The Blades, The Avro Vulcan, Supermarine Spitfire, EADS Eurofighter, Aero Sekur Shooting Stars, MiG 29, Swordfish, Hawker Sea Hawk, GAP Kestrel JP100, an assortment of classic aircraft types that first flew in the 1948 Airshow and many more aircraft. Visit http://www.farnborough.com/public/public-welcome.aspx for more information.
So why not mark this special year by enjoying the pleasures of the day in sophisticated surroundings with a Diamond Paddock Day ticket.
At just £40 per person, we are sure you will agree these tickets offer great value for money. Naturally, we are expecting demand to exceed supply, so these tickets are available on a strictly first come, first served basis, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Children under 16 just pay a reduced price of only £17 to enter the enclosure (Proof of age may be needed as an entrance ticket is not required).
Closing date for received applications is: UK applications 9th July 2008, overseas 1st July 2008. Please call if any doubt.
You can purchase your tickets in a variety of ways:
Click here for online payment
Download Form to post or fax
Telephone: +44 (0)1780 480404. Lines open 09.00-17.30 Mon-Fri,24hr answer machine at all other times.
PS Subscribers: We still have a few Enthusiasts Day tickets for Friday 18 July left. Please call for details or view http://www.keypublishing.com/fia2008
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Airliner World
On sale 11 June 2008
In this issue:
News
Airliner World’s comprehensive coverage of worldwide news, including a European Snapshot, a report from EBACE and Bombardier’s market forecast.
Monarch Airlines
A celebration of 40 years of operations.
Very Light Jets (VLJs)
How are they going to influence airline travel?
AVIAREPS
The role of the general sales agent.
London Ontario International Airport
Regional expansion in Canada.
Royal Nepal Airlines
Fifty years of flying.
Catering for the A380
LSG Sky Chefs provides food for the Superjumbo.
Russian Invasion
Visitors to Manchester for the UEFA Cup Final.
Vickers Viscount
Sixty years of the classic British turboprop.
Feedback
A selection of readers’ comments and photographs. Plus deliveries/crashes.
COMPETITION
Win Monarch A321 models – plus caption competition
Duty Free
A selection of the latest books, flight sims and DVDs.
Airbus in Germany
Aircraft production at Hamburg/Finkenwerder.
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NEW Special Introductory issue of Airlines – The Global Collection
If you have been hoping to see Airlines the Global Collection in the shops, keep a look out for the Special taster issue.
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– Aerosur
– Etihad Airways
– KMV
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Price: £4.99
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Bargain books:
Airbus A380 (Code: B235)
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Over 250 illustrations
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Price: £5.00
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LAST FEW REMAINING…[URL=”http://shop.keypublishing.com/acatalog/cds.html“]Airports 2007 Interactive CD[/URL]
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It is an invaluable reference for commercial aviation enthusiasts and photographers and provides details of the best vantage points in and around airports along with countless travel tips and accommodation recommendations.
The CD-ROM can be browsed by region, country or airport, and airports can be located by name, IATA or ICAO code. It features photographs and diagrams of airport layouts and a function for printing out airport details.
REDUCED TO £5 PLUS FREE P&P for UK customers
(RRP £9.99)
Get your copy while you can!
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HAVE YOU BOUGHT YOUR TICKET YET?
Your invitation to Farnborough International Airshow’s 60th celebrations
Held from 14th – 20th July 2008, the 46th biennial Farnborough International Airshow is one of the world’s largest aerospace airshows and exhibitions. This year, the airshow celebrates two landmarks in aviation history, the 100th year of powered flight in Britain together with its own 60th anniversary.
The flying displays* scheduled are being finalised and will be available nearer the time of the event but displays booked† so far include: The Red Arrows, The Aerostars, The Blades, The Avro Vulcan, Supermarine Seafire, Hawker Sea Fury, Fairey, Swordfish, Hawker Sea Hawk, GAP Kestrel JP100 and an assortment of classic aircraft types that first flew in the 1948 Airshow.
To buy your ticket now click here
*Subject to change
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The Trent 900 Engine
Rolls-Royce: Powering the Whispering Giant – The Trent 900 Engine
The Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines power the world’s largest airliner, the Airbus A380.
In February 2001, Rolls-Royce announced the launch of one of the most ambitious engineering programmes in the company’s Civil Aerospace history – to develop the Trent 900 engine to power the Airbus A380, a new and exciting aircraft which would become the largest civil airliner ever built.
The Trent 900 is the 4th member of the Trent family, and holds pride of place as the largest jet engine ever produced by Rolls-Royce. ‘Powering the Whispering Giant’ plots the Trent 900 journey in photographs from concept to design, development, testing, first flight on the A340 flying test bed, flight test on the A380, Route Proving, Service Readiness and Entry into Service in October 2007.
This colourful publication combines the best images from throughout the programme, with descriptions of each major step along the way, to offer the reader a unique insight into one of the most public and most exciting new jet engine programmes ever undertaken.
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June 6, 2008 at 12:52 pm