They say the "third times the charm", well as it turns out, with this venue that is certainly true. I had attended the Victory Show at Cosby twice before, on each occasion having been encouraged by the impressive reviews and reports online from previous displays. In 2012, a wonderful line up was on offer, though … Continue reading Cosby Victory Show 2018
The 2018 Duxford Air Festival continued where 2017 left off in the new style of Duxford May shows. Previously following a set theme the opening show of the year now takes on a “variety show” style format with displays from all avenues of aviation on show. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/29919008328/in/dateposted-public/ Last year was strangely light on warbird displays … Continue reading Duxford Air Festival 2018
Following on from the actual centenary on the 1st April, which, to an extent, passed by without much fanfare (no doubt due to a combination of April Fools Day and Easter Sunday...) the RAF put on a mightily impressive show over London on the 10th July (1st April plus 100 days incase anyone was wondering!). … Continue reading RAF100 Flypast Celebrations – 10th July 2018
The first Shuttleworth Collection airshow of 2018 took place on the 6th May and marked the 100th Anniversary of the Royal Air Force. Weather conditions were absolutely perfect, with strong sunshine and hardly any wind throughout the afternoon. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/27283395147/in/dateposted-public/ The static display featured some gems to enjoy before the show, including the Bristol Scout replica, … Continue reading Shuttleworth Collection Celebrates 100 Years of the RAF – Season Premiere 6th May 2018
The traditional winter "off" season has historically been a dark, quiet few months for the aviation enthusiast, with aircraft put to bed for winter and very few events appearing on the calendar. Thankfully in recent years this has started to change with plenty of events making the most of the quieter schedule to allow for … Continue reading Historic Aircraft Collection “At Home Day” 7th April 2018
Occupying that ever-confusing time period between Christmas and New Year, the Shuttleworth Collection Open Workshop has now become a welcome traditional part of the Christmas break. The event offers the public a chance to take an unrestricted look at a number of the collection's aircraft and to speak with those who rebuild, maintain and fly … Continue reading Shuttleworth Collection Engineering Open Workshop 2017
Despite a positive forecast on the evening before heading up to Coventry, on arrival I was greeted by grey skies, low visibility and drizzle. On a positive note this weather was quite befitting the spectacle I had made the journey to see. Even more positive was the fact that this trip was only for an … Continue reading Shackleton Dusk Run 2017 – 2nd December
Today was, as we all know remembrance Sunday, a time when the whole company takes the time to remember all those who gave everything in the name of their country. 2017 marks 99 years since the end of WW1 and the start of this tradition. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/37653157654/in/dateposted-public/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/37653168614/in/dateposted-public/ It was fitting then to attend an original, … Continue reading Stow Maries Remembrance Sunday 2017
Just when the off-season blues are starting to kick in it is always a pleasant surprise to a see a unique event pop up on the calendar. Brooklands Museum is a hugely historical site, having one of the proving grounds of early British aviation alongside boasting the first purpose built motor racing circuit. The 30s … Continue reading Brooklands Aviation Day 2017 – 15th October
An early season treat that I haven't yet got round to posting was my first trip out to a Timeline Events photoshoot. I've always wanted to attend a nightshoot but none had quite taken my fancy until the events at Stow Maries appeared early last year. I was unable to attend either of the events … Continue reading Stow Maries Evening Photo Shoot 22nd April 2017
Warbird Tails 