Latest from Duxford Flying Legends 2007

RARE SURVIVOR OF PEARL HARBOR TO MAKE ITS UK AIR SHOW DEBUT AT FLYING LEGENDS

The Flying Legends Air Show this weekend – Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 July, will see a very rare and lucky survivor of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941 make its UK air show debut.

The aircraft in question is a P-40B Warhawk and this particular example is the oldest airworthy P-40B in the world and the only airworthy example of an early Warhawk outside the USA. This aircraft owes its survival during the attack to the fact that it was undergoing maintenance work in a hangar, having suffered a wheels up landing some weeks before, rather than out on the airfield.

The Warhawk is just part of a stunning line up of legendary piston-engined aircraft from all over Europe which will be taking part in the Flying Legends Air Show. In a highly choreographed and exciting tribute to the exceptional talents of the designers and developers of these wonderful machines, the show will see some of the world’s rarest and most historic aircraft display for the delight of the crowds.

Visitors to the show will have the opportunity to meet veteran pilots and crew, as well as browse a wide variety of trade stands. They’ll also be able to study the display aircraft at close quarters on the Flight Line Walk (subject to a small additional charge) and, of course, settle down to watch some three hours of superb flying. The crowds won’t be disappointed as aircraft scheduled to appear include 9 Spitfires in a Spitfire Scramble, 6 P-51 Mustangs, several Hurricanes, a tribute section to the late Supermarine Chief Test Pilot Alex Henshaw MBE and the Junkers 52.

Also scheduled to fly are The Fighter Collection’s impressive stable of aircraft including the Bearcat, Wildcat and Hellcat.

The whole of the Museum will also be open for visitors to enjoy with plenty to see including partial access to the stunning new AirSpace exhibition hangar as it nears final completion , Concorde, evocative Battle of Britain and Forgotten War exhibitions, conservation work in progress and the stunning American Air Museum.
Gates open at 8.00 am and the flying begins at 1.45 pm. Tickets – Adults £29.95, Senior Citizens/Concessions £24.95, Children £9.95 and disabled/carer £9.95. For more information about tickets or the flying programme visit flyduxford.org.

See Red 2007 - Club Discounts

Car Club Discounts for SeeRed

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Car Clubs can benefit from significantly discounted tickets for this year’s VSCC SeeRed 2007, the vintage and historic racing event at Donington Park on 15-16 September 2007. Clubs can be issued with a booking code allowing them access to discounted tickets and an infield parking area once officials have registered their details. Any car club is invited to participate in the scheme and it does not matter if just a few members attend or the whole club; all will be made welcome.

VSCC SeeRed 2007 showcases the cream of Pre-war motor racing. Edwardian racing cars, Pre-World War Two Grand Prix and Sports-Cars will be alongside other popular historic racing attractions like the wonderful 1980s Group C/IMSA Endurance Racers, 1950s Sports Racing cars, Lansdowne Series 50s and 60s Motor Cycles, Formula Junior and the 50s and 60s Grand Prix cars of the Historic Grand Prix Car Association (HGPCA). Off track there will be many activities to enjoy such as a Vintage and Historic Car Concours, air displays and trade stands.

Clubs will be able to make the most of the infield grass parking area at Donington Park where members can park together and enjoy the racing in a relaxed environment and perhaps enjoy a club barbeque or picnic. If a large number of members are anticipated, an area can be reserved by the organisers. To register, contact Gillian Carr at The Vintage Sports-Car Club by email, gillian.carr@vscc.co.uk or telephone 01608 644777
ext 3.

Tickets are most sensibly priced for the event. Registered club members need only pay £12 for an advanced Saturday ticket (saving £3 of the normal advanced ticket price, and £8 off the price on the day ), and £15 for an advanced Sunday ticket (saving £5 off the normal advanced ticket price and £10 off the price on the day ). An advanced weekend ticket is available for £27 per person. Advanced admission includes free access to the paddock, free infield parking and a 2 for 1 entry deal for The Donington Grand Prix Collection, what’s more children under 16 have free admission! Tickets can be booked via the website, www.see-red.uk.com or from the 24-hour credit card hotline, 01608 644999, just quote your club's ticket booking code.

RIAT 2007

The Royal International Air Tattoo 2007

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This years Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) is due to be held again this year at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on 14th - 15th July. ALWAYS a great event and highlight to the year, this years airshow promises to be even bigger and better than before.
It is now widely acknowledged as being the largest military airshow in Europe and is certainly unrivaled in terms of the numbers and variety of aicraft and airforces taking part. Amongst the many highlights scheduled for this years event is the participation of the American USAF display team The Thunderbirds. They last appeared in this country 6 years ago and have never before appeared at the RIAT. It will be their only UK display and will form part of the USAF 60th anniversary celebrations.

To get an idea of what you will see look back at our coverage of last years event including dozens of photos by going to http://www.birmingham101.com/RIAT2006-gallery/

Nearer the event we will post more on this superb event, but to get the very latest information and to purchase your advance tickets online go to http://www.airtattoo.com/

Rockingham video clip from 2004

Online Videos by Veoh.com

Here's an old video clip we took at the end of the last race in the ASCAR series at Rockingham in 2004. It shows the drivers celebrating and "showing off" in their cars as a bit of a finale.

Hope this video works as it something a bit new for us using this particular player, but if it does and their is any interest shown we have loads more video that we will post.

Duxford Spring Air Show review and photos

Duxford Spring Air Show review and photos

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Another great show was put on by the IWM Duxford and we've got some great photos taken on the day. The event was the first major commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the Falklands War and a great many representative aircraft, particularly helicopters were on display.
CLICK HERE to see over 80 photos of the show PLUS some video.
Don't forget to check out the Duxford web site and to put the Flying Legends air display on 7 & 8th July in your calenders

GPlive at Donington Park

GPlive-The Ultimate Grand Prix Experience

Donington Park

18th -20th May 2007

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The GPlive event is a unique celebration of the pinnacle of motor racing action, bringing iconic Grand Prix racing cars of all eras to Donington Park racing circuit, Derby, on the weekend of 18-20 May 2007. More than that, the event is specifically designed to allow race fans unprecedented access to the fastest cars and the greatest stars.

We've currently got a competition running to win some tickets to this great event. To find out more about this event and to see how to enter the very simple and free competion click here to go to the feature.