Jimbuna's Diecast Collection Part 2 - Page 17

Oberon · 05-01-12, 06:22 AM

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Originally Posted by jimbuna

Yeah, it's suprising just how many squadrons were equipped with the Sabre.

She was a versatile bird.

The Bentwaters Sabres were the first deployed in the UK, and the first assigned to NATO. IIRC Bentwaters also had F-84s, F-101s, F-4s, A-10s and F-16s, as well as Herky Birds, various helos and an alien spaceship (apparently). I arrived too late for the F-4s but I remember the A-10s very fondly

. Good times, shame the base closed, but that's the Soviets fault for folding up.

Jimbuna · 05-01-12, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by TarJak

Like the Sabres Jim. Nice shots Jamie.

Cheers

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Originally Posted by Oberon

Good times, shame the base closed, but that's the Soviets fault for folding up.

LOL

Jimbuna · 05-04-12, 03:56 PM

English Electric Lightning XR751 Q 22 Sqn Raf Wattisham 1971 Planecrazy Exclusive 723/1500

Jimbuna · 05-09-12, 01:01 PM

Corgi AA32308 Lightning No 56 Sqn

Herr-Berbunch · 05-09-12, 03:37 PM

XR751 - Nobody seems to have seen it since it was sold to a businessman (not usually a good sign) and moved by road in 1988, however I've done a bit of digging around the webz and found it in Cornwall (PL14 5HE). The good news is it looks like it's been looked after, the downside is it's in very private property. I don't suppose I blame them, if I had the money and the land I'd have a great deal of aircraft out of the paws of sticky children and thieving gypos - but I'd open up a few times a year to enthusiasts. But that's just a dream.

Edit - Found a pic, could do with a little tidy up...

As for XR718, last seen in pieces on a farm near Darlington with the (faded?) hope of getting her patched up for display, that was six years ago though.

Next, Jim, I'd like you to get XG332 and a tractor and recreate a very famous image.

Oberon · 05-09-12, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Herr-Berbunch

Next, Jim, I'd like you to get XG332 and a tractor and recreate a very famous image.

Looks like one of my approaches...

In regards to EE Lightnings, the Cold War Museum guys at Bentwaters have managed to get their hands on an ex-Saudi Lightning, ZF581 (serial 53-675), but alas, with no engines. It'll join their Hunter, Meteor and Jag. Would be nice if they ever got them flight-worthy as they'd land up flying over here a fair bit

Jimbuna · 05-09-12, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Herr-Berbunch

Next, Jim, I'd like you to get XG332 and a tractor and recreate a very famous image.

LOL...would have to be a jig saw puzzle then

I'm expecting the delivery of five more Frightenings either tomorrow or Friday....pictures to follow

Herr-Berbunch · 05-09-12, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by jimbuna

I'm expecting the delivery of five more Frightenings either tomorrow or Friday....pictures to follow

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Oberon, the CAA refused to grant a Lightning a certificate - something about not liking a civilian-run Mach 2 jet with ejector seats over the public. I'd say now that Thunder City is closed we'll never see one flying again. Even the yanks are struggling to get XS422 near flyable, I think UK team heading out to fit engine, in Oct!!!

Jimbuna · 05-10-12, 04:46 AM

I noticed a banana bomber in that clip and couldn't help but be in awe at the speed the Escort was going along the apron

Oberon · 05-10-12, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Herr-Berbunch

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Oberon, the CAA refused to grant a Lightning a certificate - something about not liking a civilian-run Mach 2 jet with ejector seats over the public. I'd say now that Thunder City is closed we'll never see one flying again. Even the yanks are struggling to get XS422 near flyable, I think UK team heading out to fit engine, in Oct!!!

Ah yes, I remember Nagys dad mentioning something like that. They were maintanence hogs at the end of their lives so it makes sense that they'd be tough to get fixed up.

EDIT: Oooh, now that's a lovely vid.

Thanks Herr B

Jimbuna · 05-10-12, 10:46 AM

Corgi AA32303 Lightning Mk.1 226 OCU

TarJak · 05-10-12, 03:48 PM

I like that one a lot Jim. Very nice shots.

Jimbuna · 05-10-12, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by TarJak

I like that one a lot Jim. Very nice shots.

Oh there are more...five arrived today (including the one above).

Give me a few minutes

TarJak · 05-10-12, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by jimbuna

Oh there are more...five arrived today (including the one above).

Give me a few minutes

Much excitement in the Jimbuna household then.

Jimbuna · 05-10-12, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by TarJak

Much excitement in the Jimbuna household then.

Nah, Ann has absolutely no interest

Corgi AA49403 Lightning F3 5 Sqn

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Herr-Berbunch Kaiser Bill's batman Join Date: May 2010 Location: AN72 Posts: 13,203 Downloads: 76 Uploads: 0	XR751 - Nobody seems to have seen it since it was sold to a businessman (not usually a good sign) and moved by road in 1988, however I've done a bit of digging around the webz and found it in Cornwall (PL14 5HE). The good news is it looks like it's been looked after, the downside is it's in very private property. I don't suppose I blame them, if I had the money and the land I'd have a great deal of aircraft out of the paws of sticky children and thieving gypos - but I'd open up a few times a year to enthusiasts. But that's just a dream. Edit - Found a pic, could do with a little tidy up... As for XR718, last seen in pieces on a farm near Darlington with the (faded?) hope of getting her patched up for display, that was six years ago though. Next, Jim, I'd like you to get XG332 and a tractor and recreate a very famous image. __________________

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Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 181,865 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	I noticed a banana bomber in that clip and couldn't help but be in awe at the speed the Escort was going along the apron __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!! GWX3.0 Download Page - Donation/instant access to GWX (Help SubSim)

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TarJak Fleet Admiral Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 17,052 Downloads: 150 Uploads: 8	I like that one a lot Jim. Very nice shots.