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AUG172010
The Last Time - DC-3 Meet, Whiteside Airport, Il As yet another milestone slides by involving the Douglas DC-3 and while many still ply their trade, a gathering just before a mass fly-in at Air Adventure at Oshkosh was a very ambitious and fitting plan. Paul Filmer reports from Whiteside Airport in Illinois where The Last Time event took place.
AUG102010
Preparing for the worst - Colorado National Guard Exercise From 5th to the 7th August the Colorado National Guard, along with the West Metro Fire District and Colorado Task Force-One (CO-TF1), conducted a large scale emergency response exercise in Lakewood which is a South Western Denver suburb. Paul Filmer reports from a field on one of the last elements of the exercise.
AUG102010
The 2010 ASTRA Bristol International Balloon Fiesta - media launch This weekend, August 12th-15th, sees the United Kingdom based balloonists keeping their fingers crossed for good weather for the 2010 ASTRA Bristol International Balloon Fiesta. Paul Dopson attended the Media Launch for GAR.
AUG032010
Dawlish Air Show 2010 - The Funding Drive Continues Back in March when GAR joined forces with the organisers of Dawlish Air Show to deliver a brand new website, it was far from certain that there would even be a 2010 event. Some five months later this year's show is secured, despite the lack of headline sponsorship - something which Kevin Wills explains would make all the difference to the line-up he and his team would be able to boast. Karl Drage catches up with him for a chat.
JUL062010
Neptune Accident at Rocky Mountain Metro Along with two P-3s from Aero Union a pair of P2V Neptunes from Neptune Aviation Services in Missoula, Montana have been fighting two large fires; the Cow Creek Fire in the Rocky Mountain National Park and the Round Mountain Fire west of Loveland in Colorado the last couple of days. Paul Filmer reports on the aftermath of an accident.
JUN152010
The 54th Coupe Aéronautique Gordon Bennett International Gas Balloon Race Media Launch Gas Balloons? Gordon Bennett, it's GB2010! Thursday 10th June saw the Media Launch for the prestigious Gordon Bennett Balloon Race at Bristol Council House. GAR's in-house balloonist Paul Dopson reports.
JUN092010
Sqn Ldr Ken "Jacko" Jackson - a tribute. Global Aviation Resource has been asked to publish a few words from one of its supporters paying tribute to Sqn Ldr Ken Jackson MBE AFC RAF (Ret'd) who sadly passed away last month.
MAR232010
The Sri Lanka Air Force is coming - RIAT 2010 preview With the Royal International Air Tattoo just a few short months away, Gareth Stringer dropped in to RIAT HQ at RAF Fairford for a preview courtesy of Rob Windsor, Deputy Director Aircraft Operations. Images as credited.
MAR122010
EXCLUSIVE - 2010 RAF Tucano Display Scheme and Interview Global Aviation Resource is delighted to exclusively reveal the two very special schemes that will adorn the 2010 Tucano display aircraft and, following a recent visit to RAF Linton on Ouse, present pilot Flt Lt Tom Bould's first interview ahead of the forthcoming display season.
MAR092010
Dawlish Carnival Air Show - new website but uncertain future Global Aviation Resource and the Dawlish Carnival Air Show are today delighted to announce the launch of an all new website in support of the event. But, despite the air show’s huge popularity and near cult-status, the future looks uncertain. Gareth Stringer spoke to organiser Kevin Wills. Images as credited.
FEB232010
Mriya, you've gotta see her! - The An-225 visits Robin Hood With a 3000 metre runway, Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield Airport is capable of handling the biggest of aircraft. This was put to the test when the biggest of them all paid a welcome visit on 16th February for a much needed cargo operation. Glenn Beasley was there for GAR.
FEB162010
Waddington Airshow 2010 - Exclusive Last year's Waddington International Airshow was one of the best attended events of its kind in the UK. Two days of solid flying and sunshine tempted 170,000 people through the gates of the RAF station, despite the huge disappointment that saw Vulcan XH558 remain firmly grounded for the entire weekend. Gareth Stringer travelled to Waddington to find out how things are progressing ahead of the 2010 event. Images as credited.
FEB092010
Classic Flight at Coventry Airport Air Atlantique's Classic Flight owns one of the most impressive collections of airworthy and potentially airworthy aircraft in the UK and, for many years, has dedicated itself to displaying these aircraft at airshows and giving people the opportunity to fly in them. Global Aviation Resource travelled to Coventry Airport to learn more. Words - Gareth Stringer. Images - as credited.
JAN292010
2010 RAF Hawk Display Scheme Revealed Global Aviation Resource is delighted to exclusively reveal the chosen colour scheme for the 2010 RAF Hawk display aircraft.
JAN262010
Queen of the Skies at 40 Boeing’s Queen of the Skies recently notched up an incredible 40 years of airline service. GAR’s Paul Dunn is a huge fan of the 747. But then, he is unashamedly rather biased! Images as credited.
JAN192010
Chinook Mk.3 Unveiled at RAF Odiham Global Aviation Resource travelled to RAF Odiham, home of the Chinook Force, to attend a press event for the long awaited entry in to service of the eight ‘new’ Mk.3 airframes. It was a day that allowed GAR to learn about more than just these new additions to the RAF fleet. Words - Gareth Stringer, Images – Karl Drage.
DEC082009
One of a Kind - Golden Apple's F-86A Sabre The UK airshow scene is blessed with many jet warbirds which entertain thousands of paying spectators each year, but it has been uniquely fortunate to have enjoyed the company of the only 'A' model North American F-86 Sabre flying in the world today since 1992. Glenn Beasley speaks to Willie Felger, Golden Apple's Director of Operations, about their resident classic.
NOV252009
Introducing The Breitling Wingwalkers AeroSuperBatics Ltd, operators of the world’s only formation wingwalking team, is delighted to announce an exciting two year sponsorship deal with prestigious watch manufacturer Breitling.
NOV122009
The 2010 Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team - The Red Arrows The 2010 Red Arrows have commenced their work-up for next year’s public display season. With a new team leader and new pilots, media interest in the 2010 team is high, and GAR’s Glenn Beasley attended the unveiling of the new line-up at RAF Scampton.
NOV122009
RAF Museum Hosts MH-53 Ceremony with Chief of the Air Staff Global Aviation Resource travelled to Cosford to attend a ceremony marking the dedication of the RAF Museum’s newest exhibit and took the opportunity to talk the Chief of the Air Staff, Sir Stephen Dalton. Words – Gareth Stringer / Pictures – Karl Drage
NOV102009
Merlin Force - Exercise Merlin Vortex Earlier in the year, GAR published two pieces focusing on the RAF Merlin Force as they began to prepare for their deployment to Afghanistan in support of Operation HERRICK. As part of this process a detachment recently deployed to Southern California to take advantage of the superb training environment there. Paul Dunn visited NAF El Centro to catch up on how preparations are going, and offers an exclusive insight for GAR.
NOV082009
Launch of a New Generation - ATR 72-600 Franco-Italian aircraft manufacturer ATR has unveiled its latest machine, Tony Osborne takes a closer look at the new ATR 72-600 for GAR.
OCT182009
DHL's Latest Addition The launch of a new aircraft is always an exciting time for aviation enthusiasts. Being only ten miles along the motorway, Geoff Hibbert, on behalf of Global Aviation Resource, kindly accepted DHL's invitation to attend the press day to take a closer look at their all new Boeing 767 ERF.
OCT172009
1435 Flt Says Goodbye Tornado, Hello Typhoon With the Eurofighter Typhoon replacing the venerable Tornado F.3s of 1435 Flt to police the Falkland Islands, Gareth Stringer takes a closer look at the history of this long-standing RAF commitment.
OCT132009
Up and Running - Lt Ian Sloan and the RNHF Sea Hawk After a frustrating season, blighted by serviceability issues, the Sea Hawk made a late, but extremely welcome, return to the airshow circuit in this Fly Navy 100 commemorative year. Gareth Stringer sat down with the aircraft's new display pilot, Lt Ian Sloan.
OCT022009
"It's very sad, poignant, to see the Squadron close" - 23 Sqn Disbands The parade has marched off the square, the Standard has been handed over to the receiving party and has been taken from RAF Waddington to be laid up in the chapel at the RAF College, Cranwell. On October 2nd, 2009, 23 Sqn disbanded for the fourth time in its 93 year history. Graham Platt was there to cover the ceremony for GAR.
SEP292009
RAF Puma Upgrades Back in 2007, Eurocopter was awarded a UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) Assessment Phase (AP) contract for the Life Extension Programme for the RAF's fleet of Puma HC.1 helicopters. Now, some 27 months later, the MoD have announced that they've signed a deal worth £300m to carry out the required work to bring the aircraft up to HC.2 standard. Karl Drage reports.
SEP232009
Helitech 2009 With Helitech, the largest dedicated European-based helicopter exhibition once again making its biennial visit to Duxford, Karl Drage made the short journey to Cambridgeshire to see what was on display.
SEP212009
Southport Airshow 2009 Preview With the 2009 airshow season drawing to a close Gareth Stringer previews the North West's biggest event and the final seaside show of the year - The Southport Airshow.
SEP102009
Cotswold Airport Battle of Britain Weekend Preview The third of the three main airshows at the Cotswold Airport (Kemble), the Battle of Britain Weekend is sure to be a popular final event for this most atmospheric of venues. Gareth Stringer looks ahead.
SEP082009
Historical Flight Foundation DC-7B Corrosion Corner used to be the place at Miami International Airport (MIA) to see the old round engined aircraft still operating mostly to the Caribbean, until the city had a clear-out to develop the airport. Opa-locka Airport has taken over that mantle since and Paul Filmer paid a visit to Historical Flight Foundation's facilities there.
SEP072009
"Nomads" Say Goodbye to the Eagle One of the USAF’s best known fighter units is in the process of trading in its F-15 Eagles, in preparation for a new role as the training unit for the new Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, bringing to an end more than 30 years of Eagle operations. Paul Dunn reports for GAR.
AUG112009
Little Gransden Charity Air & Car Show Preview 2009 Equidistant between the A1 and M11 in rural Cambridgeshire lies the quaint grassed airfield of Little Gransden, where, each August, an Air & Vintage Vehicle Show is held to raise funds for the Children In Need Appeal as well as other local charities. Karl Drage offers an insight into what the 2009 event might bring.
AUG112009
AFSOC Skytrucks The USAF Special Operations Command (AFSOC) is poised to accept the first of ten Polish built PZL M-28 Skytrucks (licence built An-28) for the covert insertion of small teams of Special Forces. Paul Filmer reports.
AUG102009
Dawlish Carnival Airshow Preview 2009 With the 2008 event attracting more than 90,000 visitors and a venue offering one of the best locations for dynamic aviation photography anywhere, Karl Drage takes a look ahead to the 2009 Dawlish Carnival Airshow.
AUG062009
VMA-311 Tomcats win top USMC Accolade One of the most distinguished squadrons in the US Marine Corps recently added another award to its collection. Paul Dunn reports for GAR...
AUG052009
Merlin Force Exclusive - From TELIC to HERRICK Part 2 In this second feature on the Merlin Force at RAF Benson Gareth Stringer looks at the challenges of maintaining the Merlin with MFES SEngO (Merlin Force Engineering Squadron, Senior Engineering Officer) Squadron Leader Paul Rose and also hears from 28(AC) Squadron 2nd In-command, Squadron Leader Simon Reade.
AUG052009
Merlin Force Exclusive - From TELIC to HERRICK Part 1 They've been in the spotlight of late with their forthcoming deployment to Afghanistan hitting the headlines, as the UK's helicopter force comes under the media microscope. Gareth Stringer and Karl Drage travelled to RAF Benson for GAR to take a close look at the Merlin Force.
JUL312009
Goodbye Tweety Bird At the end of July 2009, the USAF quietly said goodbye to one of its longest serving types, the Cessna T-37 Tweet. Paul Dunn caught one of the final T-37 missions.
JUL042009
Flt Lt Michelle Goodman DFC - Food for Heroes Flt Lt Michelle Goodman DFC is in the midst of a busy Summer. No doubt her work as Merlin pilot at RAF Benson keeps her busy enough but Michelle has decided to hit the airshow circuit in order to sell copies of Food For Heroes - a stunning new cookery book which will raise thousands of pounds for Help For Heroes.
JUN232009
Saudi Typhoon Deliveries Commence After more than ten years in the offing, the Royal Saudi Air Force have received the first of their 72 Eurofighter Typhoons that are on order. John Higgins was at BAe Warton to report on the handover ceremony and delivery for GAR.
MAY262009
Au Revoir Alouette The Swiss Air Force is currently in the process of modernising its utility helicopter fleet, with the venerable Aerospatiale Alouette III being replaced by the highly capable Eurocopter EC635. Paul Dunn visits Alpnach Airbase, Switzerland to report on the final days of the Alouette III in Swiss service.
MAY222009
MH-53 Goes on Display The first Sikorsky MH-53 Pave Low helicopter to go on display in the UK has done so at the RAF Museum Cosford. Words by Karl Drage.
MAY072009
Celebrations to mark a century of Naval Aviation - FLY NAVY 100 At the launch of the site we brought you a look at London's Fly Navy 100 flypast from RAF Northolt and now, Kevin Wills and Darron Hall offer up a very different perspective of the day to the GAR readership - from the deck of HMS Illustrious.
APR162009
The Future of Fire Tankers? After a couple of fatal crashes in the last two years involving P-2 Neptunes the project that Minden Air Corp are working on could seem all the more relevent. Paul Filmer reports from Nevada.
AUG302008
Last Flight of the C-133 Cargomaster Saturday 30th August 2008 marked the final ever flight of a C-133 Cargomaster, with this particular example (N199AB ex 56-1999) rolling off the Douglas Aircraft production line on Dec. 26, 1957. Paul Filmer reports from California with additional photos from Alaska.