Save the Red Arrows

jab · Post by **jab** » 08 Mar 2007, 16:27

Thats brilliant kit wish I was there

Taking about VC-10's such a sad sight http://www.jetphotos.net/viewphoto.php?id=5933579 :sad: Maybe when the RAF retire them The next PM could have one as his Air Force One

James

Post by **Garry Russell** » 08 Mar 2007, 17:39

Hi Jab

His Tonyness could use VC 10's now but he refuses to fly on them.

He has often criticised them which is why they are getting a brand new aircraft.

BTW When the RAF retire them they will be short of hours probably

Garry

Mac · Post by **Mac** » 08 Mar 2007, 18:56

jab wrote:Thats brilliant kit wish I was there Taking about VC-10's such a sad sight http://www.jetphotos.net/viewphoto.php?id=5933579 :sad: Maybe when the RAF retire them The next PM could have one as his Air Force One

James

Ahh, good old MOD St. Athan. I go and visit my dad down there, can be a tad annoying when you're bedroom window is this close to the runway. The VC10's are almost as bad as the Tornado's, but it's all good

And yes, it's very depressing to see the hollow carcases of these things piled up on the other side of the base :sad:

jab · Post by **jab** » 09 Mar 2007, 13:24

Wonder if you could buy one :think:

James

Post by **Garry Russell** » 09 Mar 2007, 13:30

Well James......if you did you wouldn't be allowed to fly it I doubt

And I can't see that if you did you would be able to afford it.

Garry

jab · Post by **jab** » 09 Mar 2007, 13:42

I offer a Pound Gerry for a VC-10

James

Post by **Garry Russell** » 09 Mar 2007, 13:46

Make an offer James :think:

Two pounds and you might get my name right

Then all you would need is a few thousand to get it to whereever you are going to put it

Garry

TobyV · Post by **TobyV** » 10 Apr 2007, 16:15

Just received this email:

Tony Blair wrote:Thank you for signing the petition on the No.10 website calling for the maintenance of the Red Arrows. It is a sign of the place they hold in the national affections that so many people have joined you in signing it - one of the highest numbers since the e-petition service began. That's why I wanted to reply personally. It's also why I am replying before the petition officially closes, in order to reassure people who are clearly concerned.

I am pleased to be able to give you good news. There are no plans to change the funding for the Red Arrows, let alone to disband them.

It is important, of course, that the MOD looks at the full range of its spending plans as part of its routine financial planning, to ensure that taxpayers' money is spent where our Armed Forces most need it. Obviously it is this review which prompted fears that the Red Arrows might be scrapped.

However, like you, the Government recognises just what an important role the Red Arrows play in our national life. As the world's premier aerobatic team, they have thrilled millions of spectators over many years. I was lucky enough to see their extraordinary skills myself only last year at the Farnborough Air Show.

More importantly, the Red Arrows have maintained public support for the Royal Air Force, encouraged recruitment, acted as ambassadors for Britain in the world and promoted British industry for many years. So I am pleased to assure you that this government fully intends to keep the Red Arrows flying.

Thank you for signing this petition, and I hope you get a chance to see the Red Arrows yourself soon.

Yours sincerely,
Tony Blair

jonesey2k · Post by **jonesey2k** » 10 Apr 2007, 17:28

Same. Long live the Red Arrows!

Post by **Garry Russell** » 10 Apr 2007, 17:40

Hmmmmmmmmmm

Good new....... but I didn't get an e-mail :sad:

Garry