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Post by Risingsun on Jan 13, 2019 17:50:41 GMT
 Hi all MX5Driver has again been invited to attend the Wings and Wheels event on the 16th June 2019 at Dunsfold. Please add your name to this thread if you are interested in attending. I am limiting the number of cars to 15 this year to make sure that our pitch 20m x 20m isn't overcrowded. Ian & Jane 2 x tickets paidNick & Jane Gonzo 1 x ticket paidHong Kong Stuey 1 x ticket paidBK & Jackie 2 x tickets paidMac5 1 x ticket paidFlea & Sylvi 2 x tickets paidBoycie & Jackie 2 x tickets paidRichard & Carol 2 x tickets paidPaul aka Ark Royal & Jacquie 2 x tickets paidRichard & Sheran 2 x tickets paidTracey 1 x ticket paidBill & Eloise 2 x tickets paidAndy & Wendywooooo 2 x tickets paid |
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Post by Gonzo on Jan 13, 2019 17:57:02 GMT
Yes please Ian
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Post by Hong Kong Stuey on Jan 13, 2019 18:01:00 GMT
Yes, please.
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Post by BK on Jan 13, 2019 18:05:31 GMT
Yes please
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Post by Mac5 on Jan 13, 2019 18:10:13 GMT
Oh yeah...  |
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Post by Flea on Jan 13, 2019 18:11:48 GMT
Put us on the list please  |
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Chaplain
Pulling away
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Model MX5: MK2
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Post by Chaplain on Jan 14, 2019 9:19:58 GMT
Yes please Carol and myself 👍
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Post by paul64 aka Ark Royal on Jan 14, 2019 10:38:10 GMT
Yes please
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Post by Richard on Jan 14, 2019 19:35:00 GMT
Yes please.
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Post by Tracey on Jan 16, 2019 11:00:59 GMT
Yes please
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billybobbybutton
Second Gear
If you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours
Posts: 231
Model MX5: MK3
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Post by billybobbybutton on Feb 24, 2019 11:32:46 GMT
Yes please Ian
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Post by Exodor. AKA Hooligan on Mar 10, 2019 20:08:43 GMT
Yes please.
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Post by Risingsun on Mar 10, 2019 22:35:40 GMT
That's it folks....all spaces filled.
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billybobbybutton
Second Gear
If you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours
Posts: 231
Model MX5: MK3
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Post by billybobbybutton on Mar 17, 2019 7:25:08 GMT
Hi Ian, forgot to include Eloise on my request? Thanks
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Post by Risingsun on Mar 18, 2019 10:20:10 GMT
Hi all The Wings and Wheels team have now confirmed a stand for MX5 Driver at this event. So, it's now time to collect some money from you all. I'll PM all of the people interested with the cost and payment details.  |
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Post by Mac5 on Mar 18, 2019 18:26:55 GMT
Done…  |
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Post by Risingsun on Mar 25, 2019 12:07:42 GMT
I received some sad news today.......   Dear Participant, We have a big announcement today that we want you to be the first to know about. This year will be the last Wings & Wheels and we will be issuing the following information at noon today: Wings & Wheels is delighted to confirm the Red Arrows will be headlining the air display on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th June (Father’s Day) as the team returns for the fifteenth and final airshow at Dunsfold Aerodrome in Surrey. The Wings & Wheels team has taken the decision to celebrate and go out on a high in their old June spot and bid farewell with the nine-aircraft formation, officially known as the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, taking centre stage. Jamie McAllister, Event Director comments: “It is a special year, tinged with sadness, as we celebrate returning to our original June spot for our fifteenth event having made the decision to make this our last but greatest show. We are thrilled the Red Arrows will be headlining Wings & Wheels before heading off on their North America tour over the summer. It has not been an easy decision to say goodbye to Wings & Wheels but, like other airshows, it has been challenging to keep putting on the best airshow we can in the current aviation and economic climate. We hope all our loyal visitors will join us in our final hurrah – we are going to make it a good one!” This information is embargoed until 12noon today. There will be more announcements on the line-up over the coming weeks. We are planning to make this the best show we have ever put on and are looking forward to celebrating with you. So, we need to made the most of this final event.... |
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Post by Mac5 on Mar 28, 2019 5:26:02 GMT
That is such sad news, Wings & Wheels is one of my personal favourites…  |
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Post by Risingsun on Mar 31, 2019 18:20:56 GMT
Jamie McAllister, Event Director comments
The role that is at the heart of the Red Arrows is to inspire people of all backgrounds and ages through a display of speed, agility and teamwork. Just like those personnel at other Royal Air Force units, the 120 people who make up the entire Red Arrows team are highly-skilled individuals who are all motivated in the pursuit of excellence.
Flying the distinctive Hawk jets, which flew off the production line at Dunsfold Aerodrome in 1974 in the hands of the late Duncan Simpson, the Hawk is the Royal Air Force’s advanced trainer and has been used by the Red Arrows since 1979. The squadron is renowned across the world for displaying in the British-built fast-jets.
The first half of the Red Arrows’ display consists of synchronised, formation aerobatics, followed by a more dynamic second half. Reds 1 to 5 form the front section of the team’s formation, known as Enid, and Reds 6 to 9 make up the rear part, called Gypo. The Synchro Pair, Reds 6 and 7, perform the highly-popular opposition manoeuvres during this latter section of the show. During a display, Red 10 acts as the team’s Supervisor who maintains two-way radio contact with the Team Leader. He also provides the commentary.
Visitors to Wings & Wheels can also enjoy other air displays in a five hour show, accompanied by witty and knowledgeable commentary from aviation experts and display pilots. More display announcements will be made in April.
The ‘Wings’ of the event would not be complete without a close-up inspection of all the weekend’s visiting aircraft including Dunsfold’s resident Boeing 747 in the ‘Wings Park’, the Brooklands VC10 and Aces High DC3, all open for tours.
Supercars and classic and vintage icons put on an awe-inspiring display of power and speed on the Top Gear track in a 2 hour auto spectacular. The ‘Wheels’ of the show includes displays from McLaren 12C, Lamborghini Aventador Roadster and Huracan, Pagani Zonda, Ferrari California T, Aston Martin Rapide, Dodge Monaco, TVR Tasmin 280i, Ducati Multistrada 1200s, Ferrari F355 Berlinetta, Ford GT40 and Lotus Elise. Visit the Wheels Zone with a bigger and better crowd line parade and interactive displays from car and motorbike clubs.
The Military Zone & Parade is interactive and explosive bringing re-enactors in a living history zone and our popular military vehicle parade. The Zone has over 80 military vehicles, six re-enactment groups, tank rides, as well as the history of Dunsfold Aerodrome and Army, Navy and RAF recruitment stands for everyone’s enjoyment.
The excitement and anticipation doesn’t stop at the main displays as the 32 acre public arena is bursting with a huge variety of interactive attractions containing all you need for a great family day out. The show arena boasts go-karts, kit-plane demonstrations, aviation and motoring simulators, military outlets and displays, static aircraft, fairground and over 80 retail outlets selling a wide variety of products and gifts. Shopping in the arena includes a craft marquee full of tempting tea time treats to take home and craft gifts and a vintage village.
As the last plane touches down the party starts across the arena with musical evening entertainment from Champagne at the Blitz, a 1940s songbird trio armed with smooth harmonies, seamed nylons and lots and LOTS of red lippy!
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