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October 16, 2014 at 9:39 pm in reply to: Hunters XG252 and XL563 #926077

Plazz
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Plazz -you should have given me a nudge !! Ten years is a long time waiting! I knew he was moving to France because he told me !

Never mind David, I would however still like to at least see any current photos of these particular aircraft is anyone has any?

October 15, 2014 at 4:07 pm in reply to: Hunters XG252 and XL563 #926905

Plazz
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The owner who has this aircraft does live in France.

Wow, it took ten years to get a reply! Thanks very much anyway.

Regards, Plazz

May 28, 2014 at 8:32 am in reply to: Bruntingthorpe Open Day 26th May 2014. #904521

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Excitement apart, the Brunty experience gives the younger generation a chance to see, hear and smell vintage jet aircraft up close that they would otherwise only see static in a museum. My eldest son is both mesmerised and excited when at Brunty but cannot hold his attention for longer than five minutes looking at the same aircraft types in museums.

March 27, 2014 at 7:37 pm in reply to: RAF Buccaneer 20th Year since retirement event! #938983

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Here’s the planned itinerary for the roll out event on the 29th March folks!

Gates open at 1000
1000 – 1300 Arrival of any visiting aircraft
1300 – 894 – slow taxi
1320 – Hunter – fast taxi
1340 – 894 & 544 – slow taxi together
1400 – JP – fast taxi
1420 – 544 – fast taxi
1420 – 15:00 positioning aircraft for photo shoot
1500 – Photo shoot begins
2000 – End of event

Either one of the Tristars or VC10’s will be included for the photo shoot! We have the option of both but sadly not the space.

March 24, 2014 at 9:18 pm in reply to: RAF Buccaneer 20th Year since retirement event! #941757

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Latest updates for the roll out event, Hunter T.7a G-FFOX piloted by Colin Boyd will be flying in to visit us on the day. Also Jet Provost Mk3 G-BKOU will be flown in by Robin Tye and Jet Provost Mk4 G-PROV flown by Mike Garfield. These will both be arriving from North Weild. We’re very excited to be having these visitors to share our special day with us.

There is still time to book your advance tickets. £15 per person or £20 on the gate. Send payment to [email]thebuccaneeraviationgroup@gmail.com[/email] via paypal with how many tickets you would like and your email address in the comments box and I can get your tickets across to you!

February 25, 2014 at 10:22 pm in reply to: RAF Buccaneer 20th Year since retirement event! #966785

Plazz
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Hi all,

Updated poster attached with correct email address this time! Please come and support our activities in preserving these wonderfull machines in fast taxing condition. Our other Buccaneer XW544 will also be performing high speed runs!

Cheers, Plazz

February 4, 2014 at 9:16 pm in reply to: RAF Buccaneer 20th Year since retirement event! #989128

Plazz
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Feel even older, I remember watching the prototype at Farnborough, were have the years gone?

Good luck with your day, that date is doubtful for me, but will be with you in spirit.

Thanks for the kind reply. Hopefully the weather gods will smile upon us like at our last event 2 years ago!

February 4, 2014 at 9:15 pm in reply to: RAF Buccaneer 20th Year since retirement event! #989134

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I can’t believe it was that long ago. Its making me feel old. A great aircraft.

Yes it is hard to believe. Makes me feel old too!

January 10, 2014 at 8:56 pm in reply to: Buccanneer Main Panel Parts, Instruments, Grip Wanted #1012118

Plazz
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That’s a great start! Just how much of the cockpit are you hoping to build?

Plazz

January 9, 2014 at 8:12 pm in reply to: Question About The Buccaneer Grip Switches And Engravings #1012852

Plazz
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Yes they are two different functions. Instinctive cut-out turns off the auto-pilot and the auto-stabilisers whereas the auto-pilot disengage turns off the auto-pilot but not the auto-stabilisers.

Plazz

January 9, 2014 at 7:21 pm in reply to: Question About The Buccaneer Grip Switches And Engravings #1012874

Plazz
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Disengage just manually turns the auto-pilot off. Instinctive cut-out is to prevent auto-pilot runaway which is why the switch is in easy reach. This is purely a safety feature to prevent structural damage to the airframe. There are also limit switches on the flying controls which do the same function.

Cheers, Plazz

January 9, 2014 at 6:43 pm in reply to: Question About The Buccaneer Grip Switches And Engravings #1012905

Plazz
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Lower switch is auto-pilot disengage. The round one above is auto-pilot instinctive cut-out.

Plazz

November 15, 2012 at 9:29 pm in reply to: Crewing the back seat of Buccaneer ZU-BCR #969911

Plazz
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Plazz,

Archer has PM’d me and shed some much needed light on things, thank you all involved for seeing my point of view and putting across another side of the story, the upshot is you have had an experience that you will never forget and a very good one for all involved.

Lets hope that this heralds a new chapter in the safe and succesful operation of this cold war icon.

Regards,

John.

John,

Many thanks for your kind consideration. I am mindful that this is an open forum and that everyone on here has the right to their own views and opinions. That in part is what makes this forum as successful and absorbing as it is!!

Regards, Plazz

November 15, 2012 at 9:22 pm in reply to: Crewing the back seat of Buccaneer ZU-BCR #969913

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Great photo – a bit surreal actually, having been used to wearing a goon suit and LSJ when overwater. Big fat sponson tanks too. See any wildlife?

Yes, the Puma made a great platform for wildlife photography…:D:D

November 12, 2012 at 10:20 pm in reply to: Crewing the back seat of Buccaneer ZU-BCR #974537

Plazz
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Interesting Plazz, thanks for that. I currently rearcrew the Bell 412. Controls: Just the radio box and cabin doors, although a GPMG & flares have added a little variety on other types. My main focus on this type is to teach new crewmen how to work with a pilot, by using confined areas, underslung loads etc And I think it’s the best office in the world 🙂

That’s an awesome career you’ve got there!! Not quite the same but whilst in SA I had my first every helicopter trip (Puma) with the door open! Normal for you but an on the edge new experience for me!! I’m more used to flying in Jet Rangers with the doors firmly shut!

Cheers, Plazz
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