| Many must have wondered if an event at the delightful grass airfield of Popham would actually take place in 2008. The Jodel fly-in was lost to hailstones the size of golfballs and the Microlight Trade Fair & Bank holiday Fly-In had to be postponed due to the torrential rain in the week before the event which led to the ground becoming saturated.
However, all were delighted that the De Havilland event took place in glorious sunshine. Even the presence of Pooley's own fly-in taking place less than an hour's flying time away didn't stop a good number of aircraft, and not just De Havillands, taking part. Gipsy and Tiger Moths took pride of place of course but the ever popular Chipmunk wasn't forgotten and there were also a couple of lovely Hornet Moths in attendance. Other visitors included various Piper Cubs, Jodels and others. This was the first time in many years that I had seen one of the tiny Tipsy Nippers - one of the few aircraft that I have seen being warmed up with prop going, whilst the pilot stood outside having a final chat! However perhaps the most unusual visitors were a pair of Staaken Z-21A Flitzers. These tiny biplanes are plan-built and are powered by 1800cc VW engines. Although roughly the same size as a Pitt Special (18ft wingspan and 14ft 9ins long), they are 109kg lighter. They obviously provide a fun alternative for those wanting to be a bit different. Dick Richardson and his team always give an excellent welcome to visitors, whether they fly in or turn up by road. This event was no exception. It is always a delight to be able to attend and photograph events in this lovely part of Hampshire. |
Boeing Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE/1102 |
Boeing Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE/1102 |
Boeing Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE/1102 |
Boeing Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE/1102 |
Boeing Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE/1102 |
Boeing Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE/1102 |
Boeing Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE/1102 |
Boeing Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE/1102 |
Boeing Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE/1102 |
Boeing Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE/1102 |
Boeing Stearman N2S-5 Kaydet G-AZLE/1102 |
Cessna 170B G-MDAY |
Cessna 170B G-MDAY |
Cessna 170B G-MDAY |
Cessna 170B G-MDAY |
Cessna 172N G-BRBI |
Cessna F.172M G-BDNU |
Cessna F.172M G-BDNU |
Cessna F.182P G-BUVO |
Cessna F.182P G-BUVO |
De Havilland Canada DHC.1 Chipmunk 22 G-BCPU |
De Havilland Canada DHC.1 Chipmunk 22 WP971 / G-ATHD |
De Havilland Canada DHC.1 Chipmunk 22 WP971/ G-ATHD |
De Havilland Canada DHC.1 Chipmunk 22 WP971/ G-ATHD |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA. |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA. |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA. |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA. |
De Havilland DH.60G Gipsy Moth G-ABYA. |
De Havilland DH.60M Moth G-AAHY |
De Havilland DH.60M Moth G-AAHY |
De Havilland DH.60M Moth G-AAHY |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-AJVE |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-AJVE |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-AJVE |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-AJVE |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-AJVE |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-AJVE |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-AJVE |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-EMSY / G-ASPZ |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-EMSY / G-ASPZ |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-EMSY / G-ASPZ |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-EMSY / G-ASPZ |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-EMSY / G-ASPZ. |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-EMSY / G-ASPZ. |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-EMSY / G-ASPZ. |
De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth G-EMSY / G-ASPZ. |
De Havilland DH.87B Hornet Moth G-ADKK |
De Havilland DH.87B Hornet Moth G-ADKK |
De Havilland DH.87B Hornet Moth G-ADKK |
De Havilland DH.87B Hornet Moth G-AELO |
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