Since the return to flight started, I have seen many clips shit by fans posted on youtube.

This video actually makes me tremble inside.  It really sums up the Vulcan.

The video is shot as the Vulcan returns to it’s former home at RAF Waddington, hopefully to play some part in the airshow, even if it’s just a ground display.

The second video gives you the famous Vulcan growl, you will know when it is.

And finally, another view of her returning to Waddington

Andy
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Firstly, congratualtions to the guys at Bruntingthorpe. The Vulcan has received its CAA permit to fly and is already in the air and flying to Waddington in preparation for this weekends airshow.

Everyone must be so happy with the news. Many of us had our fingers crossed and were suspicious when the web cams showed the Vulcan out of the hanger and the announcement of a BBC transmission from the airbase really got the old thought juices flowing.

I can’t wait to see her fly in the flesh, unfortunately with the announcement so close to the airshow, I will have to miss Waddington, but I am sure there will be at least two shows in the near future I will attend.  The shame is that the Vulcan will probably only form part of the static show, this in itself is a huge boost, with the ultimate goal, seeing her soar in front of her adoring public.  I am also sure, that the true die hard fans, will try to find out when she is due to fly out so they can watch and feel the growl as she powers up for takeoff.

Once again Congratulations to all involved, including the public who gave their own money and to the Lottery Commission who recognised an important cultural icon to help preserve.

Why not visit the Vulcan website, read more about the plane and donate if you can.

Andy
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So, there’s still no news from the CAA regarding the flight status of XH558, however, the operating company have been running low on funds.  This has been due to extra test flights and other expenses.

It was getting so close that the irony of having an airworthy Vulcan but no money to fly her was very much on everyones mind.

However, where there’s hope there is sometimes an answer.  The answer to our lovely delta lady came in the shape of Eddie Forrester,  Managing Director of Aerobytes.

Mr Forrester, already a supporter of the Vulcan, has contributed an undisclosed sum, which will now see the Vulcan safe till the end of the display season.  By which time, a large sponsor will hopefully want to contribute to such a large crowd puller.

We all now have our fingers crossed that the CAA are able to reply before Waddington, so that the public, who have also contributed so much to the Vulcan’s survival, can see the lady perform again.

Andy
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It’s not long now.  The jewel of the Med, the Thomson Emerald will finally leave the Thomson fleet.

As you can probably tell, I am still annoyed about this.

I am definately on the last two weeks of it’s cruise life.  I am even happier that my Greek friend has returned to the ship for the last year, after a short period of time on the Calypso, so I will enjoy myself even more.

If anyone knows what Lois Cruise Lines plan to do with her after Thomson’s charter finishes, I would love to know.

Also, if anyone else is travelling on the 17th October for two weeks, let me know.  Also, if you want cheap car parking at the airport, you can always come to me to book some.

Andy
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The Vulcan is still poised ready for flight, but still there is no news.  The team at Bruntingthorpe, who have worked for years to reach this point, must still wait on the CAA to say whether the permit to fly will be granted and if amny flying can be done in the interim.

The team still want to be present at the RAF Waddington International Air Show on 5th-6th July, however, this will only be possible if the CAA grant the permit to fly.

The trust still also need to raise money to keep her flying, once the permit is approved, so if you have not donated, please consider it.

Whilst we are waiting here’s some youtube footage from a user showing the how Waddington used to look in the 60’s with a full flight of Vulcans.

And you can always visit the tvoc website for more info.

Andy
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What can I say, this is an amazing piece of filmwork, plus excellent feed through of air traffic control chat.

The pilots and all staff are so calm and the plane circles and lands. I am afraid of flying but watching the confidence and preparation that the crew show, it makes me feel happier.

Andy
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I can only presume this was done out of guilt.

It is however, a wonderful film about the 27 years of service that Concorde gave this country.  They in fact mention what an icon she is, all we need to do is get them to let one out, to stretch her wings like the graceful swan she is.

Andy
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Another lovely tribute to the girl who should still be flying

Andy
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If the Vulcan passes its CAA certification, we can expect this sort of display from the Vulcan.

Remember though, she will only remain flying whilst  the TVOC receive donations and funding, so dig deep and experience the thrill of the only flying Vulcan, perform again.

There are two parts to this video, shot by avro698, and posted on Youtube.  The display was at Wroughton in 1992.

have fun

Andy
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So come on, can someone actually tell me what the score is with the hype over this film.

I actually sat down and watched an episode.  I thought to myself, before I moan about it, let’s watch an entire episode before saying anything.

Well, some of you will have seen this episode.  Basically, the one obsessed with shoes, goes to someones babies birthday party, and has to take her shoes off (they are worth over $400) .  When she leaves someone has stolen her shoes.  Over the episode the girl keeps going back about her shoes and the mother on the child calls her obsessed and without a life.

Finally it ends where she marries herself and asks the mother to buy her the shoes as a wedding present.

The end

Well, the whole thing had no substance, was basically interspersed with sexual references.

Now, I am not  a prude, but I thought if it had been a programme based around guys doing the same thing, surely there would be complaints.

Oh well, but I can assure you, I am not going to see the film

Andy
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