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November 12, 2012 at 6:32 pm in reply to: Demise of Classic Aircraft #974881

podgysteve
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I dont think you can blame Key – clearly the previous owner (Ian Allan) didnt want it. Why would Key want the same magazine twice? As David says, they bought the archive.

Jets has been bi monthly from the start, though as much of what it does is also covered by Aeroplane, also from Kelsey, I do wonder….

Bruce

Bruce – I beg to differ having purchased every issue of “Jets” it was monthly for a significant period although the publication date bounced around a bit!!

November 12, 2012 at 9:59 am in reply to: Demise of Classic Aircraft #975715

podgysteve
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Well personally i’m extremely hacked off with this decision !!.. i’m afraid i think Key is becoming too big for its boots and contrary to popular belief does not listen to its customers

I note with interest that “Jets” is now bi-monthly which normally means its struggling .. and i’m afraid i think the writing is on the wall for this publication

Steve

June 28, 2012 at 4:09 pm in reply to: Airbase Museum moving to Newquay:BBC #978009

podgysteve
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Anybody who thinks that the bucket and spade brigade who holiday in Cornwall will visit the new Airbase is living in Cuckoo land !!

I’m afraid it just doesn’t appeal to families..At least at Coventry it is within travelling distance of a large populous for a day trip

Also it would appear that the new offering will be somewhat watered down …never a good move!!

June 22, 2011 at 11:51 am in reply to: CockpitFest 2011 – June 18/19th #1064805

podgysteve
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Not rocket science!!

I cannot believe we have to have such in depth discussions on the way to administer and complete a voting form !!! – First of all just to clarify i am a long standing member of the museum who has attended all but one Cockpit Fests.

The Owls one the award because 1) they were included and 2) Families with Children related to them!!

Surely the award that really matters to the exhibitors is the one they vote for themselves appreciating the work that has been achieved by like minded people.

Interestingly my son who is an aircraft fanatic voted for the winning cockpit and the Owls! – Had they not have been included he would have voted for the Vulcan instrument panel display in H2

I always get the impression from the exhibitors that its not the winning thats important its the taking part and the “social aspect ” that this event brings

April 11, 2011 at 5:33 pm in reply to: Display pilots / Airframes #1086082

podgysteve
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Thanks

Many thanks to all who have replied so far.. Please keep them coming!!

Steve.

October 26, 2010 at 4:04 pm in reply to: The XH558 Discussion Thread (merged) #1095626

podgysteve
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Well i was going to donate again until i received the blackmail letter in the post….Same old diatribe….Same old threats…. in my opinion it just doesn’t cut the mustard anymore

Also i don’t believe the running total…. You watch, miraculously the figure will jump.. if it hasn’t done already from a low figure to almost there.. all calculated to prick your conscience…

July 5, 2010 at 9:11 am in reply to: waddington 2010 #1090657

podgysteve
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My Thoughts

Well – First of all Saturday’s display was excellent – Highlights for me The Typhoon and Spitfire display along with the Chinook!! – The Gripen didn’t disappoint and of course the Vulcan was everbody’s must see.

The entry cockups and surrounding congestion on Sat morning was down to the “New” civil contractor / Events company responsible for entry, parking etc (who’s stupid idea was that? ) who failed to open the gates early enough leading to tailbacks and chaos even at 7.10am.(A15)

Also the entry lane arrangements were awful, one man and his dog each lane to do everything!!

I was disappointed not to see Air Britain or the Aviation Bookshop stalls and assume that the pricing has become prohibitive.

The Hangar displays seem to become sparser year on year

Oh well – All in all we enjoyed our 2 days which was helped by Sats weather

Steve

PS….. Great to see the Harrier again !!

July 6, 2009 at 10:48 am in reply to: Waddington – Verdict? #1191204

podgysteve
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Hunters?

Did i miss something, only saw one Hunter in the Static.

Saw plenty of JP’s on a jolly though!!

Overall thought the show, flying and static was awful – exception was the chinook display – excellent.

As for the Vulcan……….Shambolic mismanagement again!!!

June 10, 2009 at 8:32 am in reply to: RAF Wattisham last public photocall question… #1217825

podgysteve
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Hi Cadman,

Is your list complete, as i also have 393 and 914 present? (dual 56 and 74 colours)?

June 9, 2009 at 6:18 pm in reply to: RAF Waddington International Airshow #1218371

podgysteve
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It would appear that anybody with a civvie airframe is invited to Pad out a static which year on year becomes more and more boring ( only my opinion)

For all its worth … i agree with your comment on RAF commitment or lack of:)

June 9, 2009 at 6:05 pm in reply to: RAF Waddington International Airshow #1218384

podgysteve
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In my humble opinion the show is getting worse year on year – Static filled with any old airframes willing to attend :diablo:…….Waiting to get shot down !!!!

September 30, 2008 at 6:13 pm in reply to: Flying Legends 2008 Video #1191740

podgysteve
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Hi Davski,

Is there much footage of the B-17’s?

Podgysteve

September 30, 2008 at 9:18 am in reply to: 8th Air Force #1192583

podgysteve
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Hi Brian,

I live in Newark, but intend on spending 5-6 days touring around Norfolk and Suffolk- But will also take in the Eagle in Cambridge

Thanks
Steve.

August 27, 2008 at 11:29 am in reply to: Airfields of the Eighth: Then and Then? #1229239

podgysteve
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Name of pub!

Hornchurch,

Could you please advise the name and location of the pub you mention

Thanks
Steve.
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