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HMS Hermes 1960
Posted: 05 Jun 2008, 00:01
by Seaking
I was sent this today, a really nice Brit video, showing the Schimitar and then the "new" Sea Vixen.
A worthwhile look for those interested. Nice shots of the Gannet as well. Enjoy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzFw-qsJ ... re=related
Re: HMS Hermes 1960
Posted: 05 Jun 2008, 00:23
by Garry Russell
What a great clip
So much pride in the presentation..great stuff
Off to check some of the side links out now
Thanks for that Seaking
Garry
Re: HMS Hermes 1960
Posted: 05 Jun 2008, 01:04
by FlyTexas
Thanks for the heads-up Seaking!

Watched the video twice so I wouldn't miss anything.
Brian
Re: HMS Hermes 1960
Posted: 05 Jun 2008, 01:16
by nazca_steve
A beaut of a video. Also probably the first and last time we'll hear the AEW Gannet and a 'ballet dancer's grace' referred to in the same sentence! Well, maybe a heavily pregnant ballet dancer.

Re: HMS Hermes 1960
Posted: 05 Jun 2008, 08:28
by Harry Basset
I enjoyed watching that film, about 9 minutes in there is a brief glimpse of a Skyraider taxying. Were they embarked at the same time as the AEW Gannets or is it just a stray clip incorporated into the main film?
Re: HMS Hermes 1960
Posted: 05 Jun 2008, 09:31
by forthbridge
Brilliant!
I particularly like the after-ops drinks, complete with full bling outfits. No-one does (should that be did?) it like the RN!!!
Thought I saw a Dave B doppelganger in there as well at one point ;-)
Re: HMS Hermes 1960
Posted: 05 Jun 2008, 09:36
by Tweek
Lovely!
It just won't be the same if we ever get F-35Bs on whatever carriers we have...
Re: HMS Hermes 1960
Posted: 05 Jun 2008, 10:51
by petermcleland
What a fabulous clip! Definitely a keeper...It is also very sharp on my machine

Re: HMS Hermes 1960
Posted: 05 Jun 2008, 14:16
by FlyTexas
When an aircraft is launched from the catapult I've noticed a splash in the water just below the aircraft. Does anyone know what is causing the splashes?

Just curious.
Brian
Re: HMS Hermes 1960
Posted: 05 Jun 2008, 14:25
by Garry Russell
Isn't there a wire or something from the launch that drops into the water :think:
Gaeet