Started off with models, I got a set of airfix cars for christmas (about 10 years ago now) and after I did them decided to have a go at a plane, went for the Spitfire, like most 10 year olds would! My uncle has always been an enthusiast and has a few hundred kits stashed away so of course he gave me a 109 to go with it, and of course the mustang to complete the set. As a I got more into the models I got more interested in the aircraft, which as many came from my uncle were ww2 and a few post war bits. Eventually I needed to do some community service for my duke of edinburghs award and got involved at Aeroventure, the YHPG moved there about that time so I naturally got involved there too.
Now I'm studying for a BSc in Aerospace Technology and Management and I've just got back from a British Aviation Preservation Council Meeting.
ianhind wrote:They would not have been born when much of what is discussed took place.
So what is the reason?
Whereas I'm into the modern aircraft - Jaguars, Tornados, Harriers, MiG-29s, F-4s (if you can call an F-4 modern!) as opposed to F-22s/F-35s - the classic stuff has always appealed to me. You can't beat a bit of noise and smoke!
Sod all your fancy computers and environmentally friendly Airbuses!
Funny thing is, that this thread has been watched at least 470 times (I know it counts for one each one just takes a peek to see the result) but only 51 cast votes?? ;-)
Or maybe that's Guest accounts?
Best Rgds
Dan
Who's General Failure, and why is he reading my harddisk?
I'm on the younger side, at 27. I got into Classic British aviation, because I'm into all types, and eras of aviation. I've never met an airplane (aeroplane) that I didn't like.
"Mankind has a perfect record in Aviation, We've never left anyone up there."
'Excuse me young man' does wear a bit thin when you're 50 and feel like 150 so I dread to think how I'm gonna feel when I reach the next 10.. that is, IF I reach the next 10!!
