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  • in reply to: 65th Anniversary of D-Day today #1221816
    scotavia
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    I noted that the flypast by the Lancaster and two Spitfires was exactly on time to the second ,part of the excellent tribute. I have watched several special programmes today and found it all very emotional.

    My wish is that tolerance and diplomancy reduce the number of lives lost in future conflicts and that politicians continue to appreciate the real cost of errors made. The extra effort needed to avoid physical conflict is worthwhile. An appreciation of why good communication skills are as essential as a strong defence force is also needed.

    in reply to: Civilian Missing Plane Search Called Off – VariEze, #429478
    scotavia
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    I wonder what the time difference was between loss of comms in the uk and his location in Switzerland? I assume a Request News signal with the aircraft callsign was sent across the European air traffic network.

    I can think of many occasions when SAR callouts have happened due to hillwalkers and mariners who fail to inform the correct people when they change plans. It seems unfair when light aircraft get more publicity like this case.

    in reply to: de Havilland Dragon in the North East today #1233767
    scotavia
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    G-ECAN due to Depart Inverness for Kirkwall 1115 Friday, GAAWO Moth not taking part sadly, Hornet Moth GADNE is planned also to follow the route to Kirkwall.

    in reply to: The dark side of aircraft salvage #1160024
    scotavia
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    Well said Mark, a good summing up of my own view.

    There are two words that do not go well together and have an effect on the discussions about this subject.

    Logic and Emotion.

    in reply to: Low flying Victor video found on You Tube #1161615
    scotavia
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    That was lovely.

    in reply to: The dark side of aircraft salvage #1161680
    scotavia
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    Phew , that is a stunning example of poor journalism, never letting the facts get in the way of a good angle. And heading each online page with one persons picture which by inference links him to illegal practice.Even quoting Justin Tayler who has been found guilty in recent court action, of course that was left out !

    in reply to: Duxford Spring Airshow 17-05-2009 #483888
    scotavia
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    Thanks for sharing these rather good pics. Its a looong way for me to ge tthere so i always enjoy your views. The Islander scheme is very special, Kings Flight markings, I wonder why?

    in reply to: HMS Victory found! #1162177
    scotavia
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    Well why dont you ask them, only a few clicks away,
    http://www.shipwreck.net/ourapproach.php

    in reply to: HMS Victory found! #1162192
    scotavia
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    In the spirit of fair play and having watched all the programmes in the series I would say that the company surveys all wreck sites. They do carry out archaeology and have helped solve missing ship submarine puzzles.They have a respect for those who lost lives at sea.

    To say other wise is to ignore the docimentary of them at work.

    in reply to: Vintage Glider Club Rally #1162638
    scotavia
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    I have found that glider clubs are amongst the most welcoming places for enthusiasts to visit and you may be invited for a flight, well worth trying.

    in reply to: Lots of Chino pics.. #1166473
    scotavia
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    So popular that the download limit has been reached and therfore no pics on show.

    in reply to: Thin but robust provenance #1166476
    scotavia
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    I question the provenance of this Thread. I believe that parts of it are based on items recovered from Old Threads which may be original but on the other hand may be the result of using a modern word processor.

    in reply to: Lancaster FM213 To Fly Again This Year! #1168628
    scotavia
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    CWH Lancaster has flown again

    Well done to all involved, flight tested on 15 May, brilliant pic here..
    http://warbirdinformationexchange.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=29932&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0

    in reply to: Twin Engined bomber on Norfolk beach? #1173044
    scotavia
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    Like your initial reactions Tangmere LOL.Reminds me of the early days when Control Column used to publish very grainy photos of bits sticking out of the sand.And then it took two months before we found out it was probably a twin engined bomber. Oh how times and expectations have changed.

    in reply to: Insurance – a killer cost for historic aeroplanes #1177331
    scotavia
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    I know of several who self insure, they just cannot afford the premiums so put aside an amount each month into a fund whic then is used for maintenance.
    They accept the risk instead of saying good bye to the premiums.

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