Two of my greatest passions over two weekends!
Defence Force Air Show
Last weekend on the 22nd Dad and I went up to Richmond Air Force Base to experience our first airshow since our trip to the UK in '97! The RAAF was celebrating 85 years and this was put on display for the weekend with flight and static displays which kept us occupied and out of trouble. It also helped Dad become slightly more reacquainted and interested in flying once again, whilst opening my eyes to perhaps another (expensive) hobby and the opportunity to get up close and personal with planes in action.
The standout act for me was definitely the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III. With my fascination in commercial airliners, this military transport goes right up there. Demonstrating its high maneuverability over our heads and just the shear size of it was awesome to see. Other displays from vintage planes such as the Spitfire, Mustang and Vampire were excellent, and the formation displays of the Roulette's and Hornet's turned up the tempo. All up, an excellent day with value for money hard to dispute at $20 including return train fare!
Australian International Motor Show
Alan invited me out for a day of motoring appreciation this most recent weekend at the Sydney Motor Show. I must admit, I never really intended to go on an annual basis, but this is the third year in a row! Compared to previous years there was probably not as much "Wow" factor. Marques such as Porsche, Lamborghini and Aston Martin notably missing, Holden and Ford not presenting a concept car of any kind this year... it was left up to the other manufacturers to bring something to the table. Saab delivered with their beaut Aero-X concept which just screams 'aeroplane for the road'. Huge rims like the fanblades from a jet engine, a true cockpit and the way this car opens is just something to behold. The Audi R8 was another machine worthy of mention, and yes, I will actually say that the Mitsubishi 380 Ralliart is a 380 worth looking at! Chrysler's pimpin' SRT series of cars looked quality while Proton brought in a piece of AutoSalon with their very own 'Project Pimp' car. The designers at Ssangyong proved once again that they need to be shot before they develop another car while the Bentley and Ferrari stands are always guaranteed to draw crowds.
Certainly worth a look if you've got the motivation and the time... I guess I'll see what next year has in store!
Until next time...
Defence Force Air Show
Last weekend on the 22nd Dad and I went up to Richmond Air Force Base to experience our first airshow since our trip to the UK in '97! The RAAF was celebrating 85 years and this was put on display for the weekend with flight and static displays which kept us occupied and out of trouble. It also helped Dad become slightly more reacquainted and interested in flying once again, whilst opening my eyes to perhaps another (expensive) hobby and the opportunity to get up close and personal with planes in action.The standout act for me was definitely the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III. With my fascination in commercial airliners, this military transport goes right up there. Demonstrating its high maneuverability over our heads and just the shear size of it was awesome to see. Other displays from vintage planes such as the Spitfire, Mustang and Vampire were excellent, and the formation displays of the Roulette's and Hornet's turned up the tempo. All up, an excellent day with value for money hard to dispute at $20 including return train fare!
Australian International Motor Show
Alan invited me out for a day of motoring appreciation this most recent weekend at the Sydney Motor Show. I must admit, I never really intended to go on an annual basis, but this is the third year in a row! Compared to previous years there was probably not as much "Wow" factor. Marques such as Porsche, Lamborghini and Aston Martin notably missing, Holden and Ford not presenting a concept car of any kind this year... it was left up to the other manufacturers to bring something to the table. Saab delivered with their beaut Aero-X concept which just screams 'aeroplane for the road'. Huge rims like the fanblades from a jet engine, a true cockpit and the way this car opens is just something to behold. The Audi R8 was another machine worthy of mention, and yes, I will actually say that the Mitsubishi 380 Ralliart is a 380 worth looking at! Chrysler's pimpin' SRT series of cars looked quality while Proton brought in a piece of AutoSalon with their very own 'Project Pimp' car. The designers at Ssangyong proved once again that they need to be shot before they develop another car while the Bentley and Ferrari stands are always guaranteed to draw crowds.Certainly worth a look if you've got the motivation and the time... I guess I'll see what next year has in store!
Until next time...
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