Air14 air show at Payernes Switzerland

submitted by Frederic Cottin:

From the show earlier this summer. This meeting was organized to celebrate the century of Swiss military air force and all aircraft lovers in Europe were very exited about it, because generaly Swiss Air Force meeting are quite awesome!  It's not an exaggeration to say that it was the best meeting in Europe this year and maybe the best meeting of the last ten years!  The show was a complete success with, at least, 400 000 visitors during the four days.

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‘CLASSIC’ AIR TATTOO THRILLS VISITORS

ONE OF the best in recent years: that was the verdict after a star-studded line-up lived up to expectations at the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire.

Despite the inclement weather, over 130,000 visitors attended during the show period, and their resilience was rewarded with some truly spectacular flying, with the Black Eagles aerobatic display team from South Korea getting everyone talking with a breath-taking debut performance.

Organisers were delighted to provide a classic Air Tattoo line-up, made possible by: debut visits from the air arms of Japan, Colombia and South Korea; five other aerobatic display teams, including crowd favourites The Red Arrows, plus the first Air Tattoo appearance of Al Fursan (The Knights from the United Arab Emirates); and iconic aircraft such as the USAF B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, the ever-popular Avro Vulcan, and the Bell-Boeing Osprey MV-22.

A total of 39 air arms from 25 nations were represented at the event, bringing in 268 aircraft and 10 hot-air balloons. And 43 senior military representatives attended the Air Chiefs’ Conference which preceded the airshow.

Considering the country had endured the wettest June on record, organisers made the decision to cap visitor numbers early, to ensure that the airshow could safely continue no matter what the weather. Safety was the paramount concern, and organisers were delighted that by Sunday afternoon their contingency plans appeared to be holding up.

Less than two per cent of the cars using our parking areas on Saturday (July 7) required assistance, and we are pleased to report that our teams were able to get all of them safely on their way.

The event got off to a spectacular start with the christening of the A400M “Atlas”, the RAF’s new next-generation transport aircraft, when the Air Tattoo was delighted to welcome Government officials. Peter Luff, Minister of Defence Equipment, Support and Technology, was the guest of honour at the official ceremony.

The weather failed to dampen spirits with the crowds enjoying a variety of showground activities: on the ground the Taiko drummers from the Iruma Air Base in Japan stole the show, performing choreographed drumming routines and encouraging young visitors to try the hand at drumming. The troupe arrived on board a Boeing KC-767J from the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF), the first operational aircraft from Japan to appear at a flying display outside Asia, and went down a storm with their colourful, noisy and exuberant routines.

Special guests included: HRH the Duke of Gloucester; HRH Lieutenant General Prince Feisal bin Hussein of Jordan, Patron of the Air Tattoo’s Flying Scholarships for Disabled People; Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton; Gen Norton A. Schwartz, Chief of Staff, USAF; the Rt Hon Philip Hammond, Secretary of State for Defence; and Gen Sung Il Hwan, Korea’s Chief of Air Staff.

Air Tattoo Chief Executive Tim Prince said: “This has been a challenging year, but the great British public, and our overseas visitors, have supported us as they always do. We warmly welcomed our new visitors from Japan, South Korea and Colombia, who have helped the Air Tattoo maintain its reputation as one of the greatest international military airshows, and we continue to be grateful for the fantastic support from the RAF and the United States Air Force, who continue to see the benefits the Air Tattoo brings in terms of defence diplomacy.

“We are particularly grateful to BAE Systems and Lockheed Martin who have committed to extending their sponsorship until 2016, which is great news, and would like to thank our volunteers who play a pivotal role in making the Air Tattoo happen.”

The Air Tattoo medical teams reported relatively few incidents over the weekend. Chief Medical Officer Sara Hall reported that 152 visitors had been treated for minor injuries, including hayfever, cuts and bruises, while several were transferred to hospital for further treatment. These included a gentlemen who developed leg pains after being involved in a road traffic accident off-site, and a lady who collapsed with a cardiac arrest.

And Senior Fire Officer Barry Scott reported a safe Air Tattoo, with the main incident being a request on Thursday from Wiltshire Fire & Rescue Service for help in bringing a large fire near Royal Wootton Bassett under control.

First-time Air Tattoo visitor Freddie d’Ambrumenil, 27, from Bristol, said: “I loved all the different types of aircraft, the displays were fantastic, and it was great to see so many different nations represented. I enjoyed walking around and also the chance to interact with the crews and to see inside the aircraft. And I liked the vintage cars too – there really was something for everybody.”

Grant McFadden, 34, from Glasgow in Scotland, said: “This is my first time at RIAT and it’s been a brilliant day. There are so many aircraft from so many countries and my favourite flying display was from the Polish MiG-29: that was excellent!”

And the Couzens family – Gerry, 78,  Matthew, 49, and 15-year-old Mark from nearby Swindon all enjoyed their day. Matthew said: “We’re having an excellent time: we’re on our way to see the B-2, and Mark and I are looking forward to seeing the Red Arrows,” while Gerry added: “I served in Korea during World War II, so I’m naturally looking forward to watching the Black Eagles, and I hope to re-visit Korea next year, for the first time since the War.”

The Royal International Air Tattoo is staged annually in support of the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust which, in turn, awards grants in support of the RAF family, including serving personnel and Air Cadets. Since it was established in January 2005, the Trustees have awarded over £1.69 million to a wide range of projects and initiatives.

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KNIGHTS PROMISE HISTORIC AIR TATTOO VISIT

Aviation history will be made this summer when a newly-formed Middle Eastern aerobatics display team makes its European debut at a UK airshow.

Al Fursan – The Knights – from the United Arab Emirates Air Force will display at the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on July 7-8.

Featuring seven Alenia Aermacchi MB-339A Italian trainer aircraft, the team first performed at the Dubai Airshow in November to mark the UAE’s 40th anniversary. The fighter pilots were trained in formation flying by the Italian Air Force display team the Frecce Tricolori, who also fly the same aircraft.

Alan Peaford, Editor-in-Chief, Arabian Aerospace magazine said: “The Al Fursan team surprised everybody at the Dubai Airshow in November when it made its first appearance with an incredible performance. The team’s international debut at Bahrain stole the show.

“Coming to the UK for the Air Tattoo is a major step up for the team and really puts the UAE pilots in front of a world audience. I believe they will surprise people with their skills and professionalism. We have seen what the UAE has done to change world perception in football, golf and horseracing – I think they might be about to do the same in the world of display flying.”

The Al Fursan aircraft are painted predominantly in black and gold to represent the desert’s golden sands and the black oil which lies beneath it. Smoke generators produce red, green, white and black smoke to represent the colours of the national flag.

Al Fursan team leader Lt Col Nasser Ahmad said: "The Al Fursan pilots and their Director, Brigadier staff pilot Khaled Omar, are privileged to represent their country at the world’s largest military airshow. For us, the Air Tattoo offers an important opportunity to exchange ideas, build relations and share our experience with other military display teams. It will be an honour to perform our aerobatic display in the UK in July which we dedicate to our new British and European friends. Equally, the Al Fursan team will be very proud to paint the lovely British sky with the colours of the UAE flag."

Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton, head of the RAF, said he was pleased to welcome his Arab partners. He said: “I am delighted that Al Fursan has agreed to perform at this summer’s Air Tattoo. This will be the team’s first display in Europe and I can think of no better place for the team to demonstrate their flying prowess than at one of the world’s largest military airshows.”

Al Fursan will join a number of other international aerobatic display teams at this summer’s Air Tattoo, including the Patrouille Suisse.

Air Tattoo Chief Executive Tim Prince said: “During the past 46 years, the Red Arrows team has performed more than 4,300 displays, projecting both the professionalism and capability of the Royal Air Force around the globe. That such a fledgling display team as Al Fursan, representing a comparatively young nation, should have the enthusiasm and confidence to make its European flying debut on such a significant stage speaks volumes. We are honoured to have been chosen by the UAE Air Force as the European airshow at which to demonstrate its military pilots' close formation aerobatic skills."

The Air Tattoo is staged annually in support of the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust. Countries that have already confirmed they will be sending aircraft to the airshow include Brazil, Hungary, France, the US, Switzerland, Poland and Latvia.

Special Air Tattoo Earlybird tickets, priced £34, are available until the end of March from airtattoo.com or by calling 0800 107 1940. All accompanied under-16s go free. Free parking.

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DC-3 photo book celebrates 75th anniversary | General Aviation News by Janice Wood | In his seventh aviation history book, "DC-3: A Legend In Her Time," Bruce McAllister brings together a collection of photographs of the DC-3. The book's release date of April 1 is timed to the aircraft's 75th anniversary. ...

Fantasy of Flight kicks off Living History Series | General ... By Janice Wood | ... March 12-13; the Sun 'n Fun Splash-In at Fantasy of Flight on Lakes Agnes, April 15; Extended Spring Break for Pilots, April 13-May 31; Mustangs & Mustangs—Legends Havin' Fun 2010, April 17, Roar n' Soar, Nov. 13 -14 and many more. ...

WIX Warbird Weekly Radio Show – Episode 1 1/13/2010 – Guest: Scott Rose from Warbirds Online by Ryan Keough | Hello everyone!  The Warbird Information Exchange (WIX) and Warbirds Resource Group has created a great partnership with Warbird Radio (at www.warbirdradio.com) to produce a LIVE weekly Internet radio show called "The WIX Warbird Weekly" broadcasting each Wednesday at 8pm Eastern / 5pm Pacific at www.warbirdradio.com!...

Common ground needs to be found in CAF dispute - MyWestTexas.com by Midland Reporter-Telegram | We are disheartened over the current struggle between the Commemorative Air Force and its affiliated American Air Power ...

Museum accreditation - Odessa American | The accreditation of the Commemorative Air Force's American Airpower Heritage Museum could be years away from becoming an issue. ...

Historic plant 2 to be demolished from AirSpace by Drewski2112 | Boeing's Plant 2, located adjacent to Boeing Field in Seattle, Washington, is one of the most historical buildings on the west coast of the United States of America. Earlier this month it was announced that Boeing would demolish the building. In this post I would like to share the mark it left in the history books…

Samuel M. Lyon Jr., 85  - NorthJersey.com | He volunteered for the US Army Air Forces in 1943 where he achieved the rank of lieutenant and was an aircraft commander of a B-17 Bomber. ...

Fishing contest and airplane rides planned for Feb. 20 - St. Croix Valley Press | The EAA Young Eagles Program, founded in 1992, was developed to welcome young people into the world of aviation. Earlier in the day, Bambeck met with ...

Experimental Aircraft Assn. offering free rides at Hawthorne Airport - Daily Breeze | Interested youth should arrive by 11:30 am For registration call Glenn Parkison, the Young Eagles coordinator, at 310-374-4812.

On This Day in Aviation History: January 22nd by Phil Derner Jr. | Pan Am becomes the first airlines to start 747 flights in 1970, STS-42 brings the first female Canadian into space in 1992, a P-3 Orion distance record in 1971, Apollo 5 launches in 1968, and the crashes of American Airlines Flight 7680 at EWR in 1952.