Hi Aerofoil.

The entry in the pilot’s logbook, would have been completed entirely at his own discretion. I guess that if it were a legitimate arrival it would have been entered as such.

Once out of training, there is normally no requirement for a tower or control to countersign a log book or other paperwork on arrival. Most private flights into unlicensed strips are done on a ‘trust’ basis.

Sadly more bad news from the Red Bull Air Race……

A top bloke apparently. RIP.

August 8, 2010 – Red Bull Air Race Technical Director Adrian Judd, a driving force behind the sport for the last five years, has died at the age of 44 from injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident in Germany. A man widely respected and deeply admired by pilots and crew alike and known for his commitment to the sport, Judd is survived by his wife Sharon and three daughters.

A down to earth man with a vibrant sense of humor from Buckinghamshire in Britain, Judd was the final authority on whether an aircraft complied to Red Bull Air Race rules and regulations.

He was the epitome of fairness and worked tirelessly, and without compromise, to ensure the sport developed in a positive direction, and fairly for all pilots regardless of their position in the championship. A pilot himself, Judd’s knowledge was instrumental in ensuring the planes were in the best shape possible.

It appears to have been a Stampe SV4C (not White Waltham based). I don’t think it is appropriate to go into further detail until the official statements are made.

Thoughts are with the occupants’ families and friends.

A sad day.

Got rno eal reason (or expertise) to add to this post, only to say imho its one of the most interesting threads in recent time on the site and has certainly added to my knowledge of the era.

Thankyou and please keep it going, its why I subscribed to the forum in the first place!

Not taken by me, but from the talented snapping finger of Damien Burke, taken at the 2008 Sywell Airshow.

This year’s event is on Sunday 22nd August – plug, plug…..

Excellent museum. Their collection of early and WW1 aeroplanes is stunning, as are the inter-war French types, and their two Concordes.

Just don’t go on a Monday. Unless things have changed, it is firmly Ferme.

Sorry. Was away fixing another oily old aeroplane. Yes it is the Pushpak!

A sort of Indian (Aeronca) Chief 😀

With the exception of BBMF, the entire formation is due overhead Halton where they will be the prelude to a short air display as part of the station’s open day. The station is also hosting the de Havilland Moth Club’s charity flying event through the weekend.

May I suggest if the Mall is too cramped, Halton, could be a perfect vantage point, with the added bonus of loads other interesting aeroplanes and even the chance to blag a flight, while earning loads of dosh for the likes of Help for Heroes!