KurtB Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Hi Folks, As my career in the RAF draws to a close in the next week, I'm hoping to arrange a visit to the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight at RAF Coningsby, Lincs. I've still to confirm details with the PRO, but I'd be willing to host a group of around 6-8 people and (preferably) their Lotus cars for a potential photo opportunity in front of a BBMF aircraft. I have worked at BBMF and will be able to bore the most interested aviation enthusiast to tears with 3 hours of prattle about Spitfire this, Hurricane that and Lancaster the other (other BBMF aircraft types are available)! The only requirements are that you have formal identification (passport, drivers licence), you aren't a known terrorist (or likely to be on the day), and have time during the working week (I'm with child, except on Thursday afternoon, and having my leaving function on Friday, my last day in the Mob, so that's out!), so it looks like Thursday afternoon IF the PRO is happy with that. There is no cash alternative and this is a unique opportunity to get right up close to the last military owned piston engined warplanes. Lastly, the last time I took people around was like herding sheep (hence my self imposed limit on numbers) and I was a crap shepard, so if we all play "follow my leader", that would be triffic! Please, names below, and first come first served. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Kind regards, Kurt Barker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil S1 Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Sounds like a great opportunity Kurt, would loved to have joined you but I'm away on the Thursday, saw the 2 Lancs on their way home from the Derwent flypast last weekend, great sound! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSH Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 I could well be available and have a 2010 exige I could come in. Would it be feasible to bring a passenger? My Dad's ex VRT (RAF) and would love to see the BBMF up close. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Lawless Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Was absolutely gutted to miss the Derwent fly past and looks like I'll miss this too. I fly out to Northern Ireland on Wednesday tea time for 3 weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex B Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Will a massive possible. Will check what next week has In store for me see if I can blag a day off. Will let you know ASAP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reg Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 If I can get Thursday off I would love to come (in the S4s). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr H Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Kurt - I'm there! But you knew I was going to say that....... Only issue for me is I might not have the car! One of them is still away having an exhaust made, 340 might be a possible if the weather is OK. Otherwise I'll be in the daily driver, but I can park it round the corner and walk in 1. Leigh2.3.4.5.6.7.8. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiona Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 Thanks Kurt. Definitely up for this if I can get the afternoon off. Can confirm Monday. 1. Leigh 2. Fiona 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reg Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 Thanks Kurt, now got the day off. 1. Leigh2. Fiona3.Reg (Rich)4.5.6.7.8. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macey Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 KurtB, I am a newcomer here, would love to come (in my Elise), only problem is, what time likely start as the AA routfinder says 2 Hours 40 Mins to get there. Would also want to bring my wife. For me, not one to miss as an aircraft enthusiast. Regards, Richard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mutley00 Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 Kurt, You beauty!! Count us in please. We'll either be in my Orange S2 Elise or Mandy's Blue & White S1 Type 49. 1. Leigh2. Fiona3. Reg (Rich) 4. Andrew5. Mandy6.7.8. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSH Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 1. Leigh 2. Fiona 3. Reg (Rich) 4. Andrew 5. Mandy 6. Martin (MSH) 7. 8. A great offer. Thank you Kurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macey Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 1. Leigh2. Fiona3. Reg (Rich)4. Andrew5. Mandy6. Martin (MSH)7.Richard8.Sue Thanks from me too, really looking forward to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russelld Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 Kurt I would love to come. Please put me on the reserve list. Thanks Russ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kayj_prod Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 This coming Thursday 2nd? I'm a maybe depending on timings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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