The Shuttleworth Collection Military pageant is always a highlight of every season, generally offering the chance to see some unique visiting warbirds and on occasion WW1 types perform in the picturesque surroundings of Old Warden. This year was no exception and while the main focus was WW1 there were plenty of other special displays from … Continue reading Shuttleworth Collection Military Pageant 2018
If 2017 was "the year of the Hurricane" then 2018 certainly had a more continental feel. This year most certainly belongs to the revival of the Hispano Buchon. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/44116181905/in/dateposted-public/ A relatively common site in the 1990s, the "one faux nine" has long been an airshow staple and after a few years absence in the early … Continue reading Buchon Summer
As touched on in my main review of this show, the static line-up at Cosford was truly incredible. Almost every aspect of the force's history was covered across a sprawling line up with excellent set pieces in place throughout. While I didn't manage to get a shot of every machine on display, this post takes … Continue reading RAF100 at Cosford – The Static Display
The city of Bristol and aviation go hand in hand, from the fragile, kite-like box kite to the raw power and elegance of Concorde it’s legacy is extraordinary. The Bristol Aeroplane company too, has rightfully earned an important place in the aviation history books, designing a number of iconic machines throughout the 20th Century. Perhaps … Continue reading Bristol F2b Fighter
The Shuttleworth Heritage day is an annual celebration of the whole collection and the rich history that Old Warden has created. The flying display typically focuses on the collection aircraft, with a selection of visiting aircraft, often with an Old Warden connection. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/44126094125/in/dateposted-public/ On the ground there was an opportunity to get up close to … Continue reading Shuttleworth Collection Heritage Day – September 2018
Always a centrepiece for the historic aviation scene, Flying Legends manages to gather a collection of the finest warbirds and pilots from around the world for an unparalleled airshow experience year on year. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/44984674905/in/dateposted-public/ 2018 was one of the strongest years in recent memory, with plenty of debut displays, or welcome returns across the weekend. … Continue reading Flying Legends 2018
In aviation circles, there are a number of airfields and collections around the world that capture the imagination and become almost mythical as part of aviation folklore. Old Rhinebeck is most certainly amongst those legends, especially for those with an interest in those early years of aviation right through until the 1930s. Delicately nestled between … Continue reading Warbird People – Alex Jameison: Learning to Fly the Old Rhinebeck Collection
100 years have passed today since the end of the Great War. Though many believed it to be at the time to be the "war to end all wars" we sadly know that was not the case. Part of the work I am trying to do on this site is keep the memories of those … Continue reading 11.11.1918 – 11.11.2018
Once again, the WW1 enthusiasts heaven, hangar 1 at Old Warden, is home to one of the most elegant designs to ever take to the skies. Arriving fresh from the workshop of the Vintage Aviator Ltd (TVAL) in New Zealand, is another exquisite recreation of an Albatros D.Va. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/45020432504/in/album-72157703138986334/ This example, set to be registered … Continue reading Armistice 100 – WW1 Aviation Heritage Trust Albatros Arrival
The Aviation Preservation Society of Scotland is an East Lothian based group that has been in place since 1973 with an aim of providing members with education and experience in aviation. Today this society has around 80 members, of which 25 are working members. Though a number of projects are in progress, the undoubted "headliner" … Continue reading Warbird People: Scottish “Strutter” – WW1 Replica Nears Completion
