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February 24, 2009 at 9:22 pm in reply to: 1980 Biggin Hill Invader Crash (New Thread) #1190614

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Paul,

That account is pretty much how I understood it.
IIRC, the P-63 was displaying solo, with another 2 aircraft doing a pairs routine, each time they left crowd centre to reposition, the Kingcobra would take centre stage as it were.
I think it was thought that the timing and coordination to fly such a routine added to the workload, and could present a situation where maneouvres could be rushed.

Brian Lecomber has written elsewhere about looking out for each other on the display circuit……..’I am my brothers keeper’
If a pilot’s display is showing signs of deterioration, tell them about it.
Easier said than done though.

February 22, 2009 at 4:13 pm in reply to: 1980 Biggin Hill Invader Crash (New Thread) #1194865

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The point being made was ensuring aircraft are flown within their limits, a couple from the list were’nt the result of dangerous flying, and were accidents…….the Vampire and Blenheim spring to mind.
That said, I don’t know enough to comment on the others on the list, and it would be unfair to.

One not on Malcoms list was the Spitfire lost in France in 2001, the pilot was attempting a forced landing, but his chances were scuppered by people on his intended landing area.

February 17, 2009 at 5:48 pm in reply to: 1980 Biggin Hill Invader Crash (New Thread) #1201710

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Plenty of lessons have been learnt and acted upon, we all like a pop at the CAA every so often, but they do listen to any AAIB recommendations made and implement any changes.
The Invader crash, and another Biggin crash resulted in procedural changes.

February 17, 2009 at 5:38 pm in reply to: Duxford's Eagle gets a tidy up #1201725

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Thats good to see, I was rather surprised at its poor condition when I was last at Duxford in September, it really should be under cover.
Is any help forthcoming from any volunteers at Lakenheath? I’m sure they must be able to lay their hands on some spare insignia and paint.

February 14, 2009 at 4:26 pm in reply to: 1980 Biggin Hill Invader Crash (New Thread) #1205244

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My feelings on the subject are, if you aren’t interested in a particular thread/topic, or think you may find it offensive………don’t open it.

I have no problem with Paul bringing the subject up again, the incident is a great lesson in ‘human factors’ for pilots.
As long as an article doesn’t contain wild accusations or anything scandalous, where is the problem?

As for the argument ‘Its in the past, leave it there’, does that mean we shouldnt discuss the Red Baron’s final flight or what really happened to Amy Johnson?

February 12, 2009 at 5:23 pm in reply to: Spitfire IIa P7350 colour scheme. #1208059

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Great choice of markings, I hope Geoffrey Wellum features in the 2009 BBMF brochure, or at least in a photo opportunity with ‘his’ aircraft.

February 8, 2009 at 4:58 pm in reply to: A flying visit to the Science Museum London. #1213432

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Its certainly worth visiting, downside of a weekday visit are the hordes of school children.

There are some very notable exhibits, the pick for me is Amy Johnsons history making aircraft, incredible to think of the flight she undertook in it.

February 3, 2009 at 10:35 pm in reply to: "Aces Falling" – BBC2 Timewatch #1218296

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Thanks for clearing that up, just wondered when I saw the programmes title.

I’m looking forward to this, I read all I could get my hands on about McCudden and Mannock last year.

February 3, 2009 at 9:21 pm in reply to: "Aces Falling" – BBC2 Timewatch #1218451

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Thanks for the advanced warning, is the programme based on Peter Hart’s book ‘Ace’s Falling’ by any chance?

February 1, 2009 at 5:18 pm in reply to: Stand out Spitfire pilots #1221105

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Bob Stanford-Tuck.
I loved that story about his beat up/display at Biggin Hill not long before he was shot down.
Another vote for Johnnie Johnson and Don Kingaby (along with many of his 92 Squadron mates)

Post war, who else but Ray Hanna and Mark Hanna.

January 30, 2009 at 5:24 pm in reply to: Mustang Ferry Pilot? #1223161

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And that must be Doug Arnold in that picture.

January 25, 2009 at 11:03 pm in reply to: What Are You All Reading Now! #1229432

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A View from the Hover by former Harrier test pilot John Farley and Apache by Ed Macy.
I have a few half read books to finish up including The Jolly Rogers by Tom Blackburn, Mannock by Franks and Saunders, and Palace Cobra by Ed Rasimus.

December 21, 2008 at 11:27 pm in reply to: Pete Brothers #1185660

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RIP

December 1, 2008 at 5:40 pm in reply to: Ray Hanna #1206340

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I feel privileged to have witnessed his displays over the years, in my personal opinion Ray was the Spitfire display pilot of all time.
And to have Mark Hanna back then, we were truly spoilt.
I’m so glad that the pilots of the OFMC, especially Nigel Lamb,Alister Kay and Paul Bonhomme fly on in Ray Hanna’s unique style.
Nigel and Paul’s MH434 and P-51 duo at Biggin was my airshow highlight of 08, and Alister’s displays in ‘Ferocious Frankie’ are always fantastic.
Ray and Mark would be proud.
Thanks for the memories, enough to put a smile on my face on the greyest winter day.

November 19, 2008 at 1:50 am in reply to: Twilight Tear HL-W #1218135

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‘Miss Helen’ is an original combat vet no?
Ray Littge’s P-51.
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