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Tony1963 said:
RizzoTheRat said:
I never realised they used the very RAF looking roundel.
They don’t, but for BAe to flight-test the aircraft, strange rules needed to be followed. Part of the Tornado Sustainment Programme, thus the ‘TSP’ on the aircraft in the photos.
Edited by Tony1963 on Thursday 21st March 09:31
Two E model Apaches escorting the last two serviceable and flying D model Apaches an hour ago at Wattisham Flying Station.
A minute or so later they landed, and that’s the end of flying for the aircraft I’ve spent the last 15 years working on.
I’ve a couple of months helping to tie up loose ends etc, then I’ll hopefully be starting a new job, somewhere, doing something. Can’t quite manage retirement, frustratingly.
A minute or so later they landed, and that’s the end of flying for the aircraft I’ve spent the last 15 years working on.
I’ve a couple of months helping to tie up loose ends etc, then I’ll hopefully be starting a new job, somewhere, doing something. Can’t quite manage retirement, frustratingly.
Tony1963 said:
Two E model Apaches escorting the last two serviceable and flying D model Apaches an hour ago at Wattisham Flying Station.
A minute or so later they landed, and that’s the end of flying for the aircraft I’ve spent the last 15 years working on.
I’ve a couple of months helping to tie up loose ends etc, then I’ll hopefully be starting a new job, somewhere, doing something. Can’t quite manage retirement, frustratingly.
A minute or so later they landed, and that’s the end of flying for the aircraft I’ve spent the last 15 years working on.
I’ve a couple of months helping to tie up loose ends etc, then I’ll hopefully be starting a new job, somewhere, doing something. Can’t quite manage retirement, frustratingly.
Can't believe they're phasing out the -D already. Doesn't seem that long ago it was introduced.
Do helo airframes suffer more fatigue than fixed-wing?
havoc said:
Can't believe they're phasing out the -D already. Doesn't seem that long ago it was introduced.
Do helo airframes suffer more fatigue than fixed-wing?
havoc said:
Can't believe they're phasing out the -D already. Doesn't seem that long ago it was introduced.
Do helo airframes suffer more fatigue than fixed-wing?
Tony1963 said:
Two E model Apaches escorting the last two serviceable and flying D model Apaches an hour ago at Wattisham Flying Station.
A minute or so later they landed, and that’s the end of flying for the aircraft I’ve spent the last 15 years working on.
I’ve a couple of months helping to tie up loose ends etc, then I’ll hopefully be starting a new job, somewhere, doing something. Can’t quite manage retirement, frustratingly.
You not being retained to work on the E model?A minute or so later they landed, and that’s the end of flying for the aircraft I’ve spent the last 15 years working on.
I’ve a couple of months helping to tie up loose ends etc, then I’ll hopefully be starting a new job, somewhere, doing something. Can’t quite manage retirement, frustratingly.
borcy said:
You not being retained to work on the E model?
It’s a little complicated, but:The E model contract is run by a different company. The MoD is extremely short of money. Without the cash, the MoD can’t give anything more to the new contract company, and so the new contract company can’t recruit.
Everyone involved, especially the army, wanted a smooth transition of the civilian workforce over to the new contract as the set up ‘just works’, especially as the U.K. armed forces have such well publicised challenges with recruitment and retention.
Of course, a new financial year ‘may’ see the cash being made available, but damage has been done, as we’ve been losing people in stages for about two years as the D model fleet numbers have been reduced.
As has been mentioned on many forums over the years, within a few months of being made redundant, most people are happier than they were, so probably won’t return, and that is going to cause some headaches if they try to recruit again.
Tony1963 said:
It’s a little complicated, but:
The E model contract is run by a different company. The MoD is extremely short of money. Without the cash, the MoD can’t give anything more to the new contract company, and so the new contract company can’t recruit.
Everyone involved, especially the army, wanted a smooth transition of the civilian workforce over to the new contract as the set up ‘just works’, especially as the U.K. armed forces have such well publicised challenges with recruitment and retention.
Of course, a new financial year ‘may’ see the cash being made available, but damage has been done, as we’ve been losing people in stages for about two years as the D model fleet numbers have been reduced.
As has been mentioned on many forums over the years, within a few months of being made redundant, most people are happier than they were, so probably won’t return, and that is going to cause some headaches if they try to recruit again.
That doesn't surprise me. Hope it works out for you. The E model contract is run by a different company. The MoD is extremely short of money. Without the cash, the MoD can’t give anything more to the new contract company, and so the new contract company can’t recruit.
Everyone involved, especially the army, wanted a smooth transition of the civilian workforce over to the new contract as the set up ‘just works’, especially as the U.K. armed forces have such well publicised challenges with recruitment and retention.
Of course, a new financial year ‘may’ see the cash being made available, but damage has been done, as we’ve been losing people in stages for about two years as the D model fleet numbers have been reduced.
As has been mentioned on many forums over the years, within a few months of being made redundant, most people are happier than they were, so probably won’t return, and that is going to cause some headaches if they try to recruit again.
Mind you get the army out of the gym/mess and get some proper work done
borcy said:
That doesn't surprise me. Hope it works out for you.
Mind you get the army out of the gym/mess and get some proper work done
Thanks. We’ve almost no outgoings these days over and above the regular bills, so almost any job will do til I retire. That really takes the pressure off. Mind you get the army out of the gym/mess and get some proper work done
And yes, the army know the effect that ‘diversions’ have on aircraft maintenance, but that’s the way it is. Tuesday is their productive day, the rest of the week is pretty much written off. It’ll be interesting to see how this year pans out with serviceability rates and combat readiness.
Boom's XB-1 supersonic demonstrator completed its maiden flight at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California
According to Boom, once its aerodynamic characteristics and flight worthiness are confirmed, the XB-1 will increase speed until it is flying on later tests in excess of Mach 1.
Other one I bumped into, ok not real pic yet, 108-m (356-ft) long Radia Windrunner as poor old Antonov is not more. payload weight is a whopping 72,575 kg.
According to Boom, once its aerodynamic characteristics and flight worthiness are confirmed, the XB-1 will increase speed until it is flying on later tests in excess of Mach 1.
Other one I bumped into, ok not real pic yet, 108-m (356-ft) long Radia Windrunner as poor old Antonov is not more. payload weight is a whopping 72,575 kg.
Edited by Baron Greenback on Wednesday 27th March 15:45
aeropilot said:
generationx said:
Story, no pictures as I was driving but I’m pretty sure I saw an E-3A AWACs over Cologne, Germany today, heading west.
The NATO E-3's are based at Geilenkirchen, which is about 40 miles due west of Cologne, so very likely a regular sight over the city.Gassing Station | Boats, Planes & Trains | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff