Author: Peter Gregory

Exercises

Exercise Frisian Flag 2014

This annual NATO extravaganza once again visited the scenic city of Leeuwarden. As usual the German air Force arrived in force with Typhoons from Neuberg and Norvenich combining well with the local F-16 Fighting Falcons.
Airshows

Phantom Finale

27-28 June 2013 This eagerly awaited event marked the end of the McDonnell F4 Phantom in German Air Force service. The smoke and noise of this popular aircraft will be sadly missed by aircrew and enthusiasts alike.
Airshows

Le Bourget Paris Airshow 2013

17-23 June 2013 This year’s Salon was a very different affair, lacking as it did any presence from the United States military who were suffering from the limitations of sequestration. With a large portion of their defence capability grounded or stood down...
Airshows

100th Anniversary of Dutch Aviation

14-15th June 2013 This eagerly awaited airshow attracted a good variety of military and historic aircraft and thousands of spectators, particularly on the Saturday. Arrangements were good though a long detour in and out was needed to reach the car parks. They...
Exhibitions

EBACE 2013

Palexpo, Geneva; Cointrin Airport, Switzerland21-23rd May 2013 This year’s Geneva show was generally upbeat in the exhibition halls but the overall atmosphere was one of concern for the industry, particularly in the Eurozone. Visitor numbers held up but the visiting aircraft park was...
Exhibitions

Middle East Business Aviation – MEBA 2012

11-13 December 2012, Dubai World Central Airport This relatively young trade show has now moved into third place behind the NBAA in the USA and EBACE in Geneva as a showcase for executive jets and all their associated trimmings. Previously hosted at...