Post by Maarten on Oct 25, 2008 5:41:36 GMT -5
Hi there,
Here's the latest news from the DC-6 branch of Air Atlantique:
"INNSBRUCK, BERLIN, ROTTERDAM CONFIRMED
Thanks to our sponsors and supporters, we can confirm that the DC6 European tour will go ahead. Timings will appear shortly on Schedule page.
HUGE SUPPORT FOR HISTORIC OPERATIONS
To enable us to complete this historically crucial October program several of our long term partners, as well as some important new ones, are providing valuable assistance. Constant companions Air BP have once again supplied Avgas, this time through their Innsbruck division. Meanwhile, Jeppesen UK are providing much needed navigation support for this and future DC6 operations.
For the second leg of our trip Acciona Airport Services have generously donated all handling services. The airport itself has provided slots at an exceptionally busy time that allows us to conduct the operation in the smoothest way possible.
The Aviodrome
For our onward trip via Rotterdam we are indebted to Mark Oostergo of the Aviodrome (Dutch National Aviation Theme Park) in Lelystad. To followers of classic propliner operations Mark and the Aviodrome are well known for their incredible work maintaining Lockheed Constellation N749NL - currently the only airworthy L-749 type - as well as a super-rare DC-2 and other important aircraft. To us they are a group of friends that we made last year during visits by G-APSA to Lelystad and Hamburg when she was painted to represent an aircraft of KLM.
Mark and his colleagues have worked tirelessly to support the DC6 on its journey. This is a perfect example of the community of classic aircraft operators working together to achieve the common goal of preserving these exceptional aircraft for public enjoyment. Cheers, Mark!
Rotterdam
Rotterdam airport itself has made us very welcome indeed. Scene of the last ever departure of a British Eagle commercial flight - on 7 November 1968 - Rotterdam was also home to British Eagle aircraft that were leased to KLM in the late 1960s. In the 1980s, 90s and early this century, G-APSA could often be seen at Rotterdam on commercial freight charters, proudly wearing a variety of Instone and Air Atlantique liveries.
Rotterdam today is a vibrant regional airport with all of the complex concerns of modern air transport. Nevertheless, showing great affection for our historical ties, the airport is sponsoring all landing and parking services. We are fortunate indeed to have such great friends throughout the Dutch aviation community!
HIT REVIVAL
The DC6 was a big hit for the 124,000 visitors to the prestigious 'Freddie March Spirit of Aviation Trophy', a concours d'élégance for pre-1966 aircraft held at the Goodwood Revival between 19 and 21 September. Just 25 aircraft were selected to participate and it was a great honour to be chosen. We are grateful to Air BP who once again supported us with a generous donation of Avgas.
INNSBRUCK AIRPORT
Recalling a frequent destination from her Eagle years, G-APSA will once again be visiting the thrilling mountain destination of Innsbruck. G-APSA was a regular visitor in the 1960s, operating some of the earliest inclusive tours to the mountains. The DC6 team hopes to rekindle past friendships whilst demonstrating to a younger generation what it meant to travel by air in a gentler time.
The Innsbruck Airport Open Day takes place on 26 October with an expected audience of over 25,000 visitors from the vibrant local community. This year the event is supported by local TV station ORF Tirol, national media organisations and local businesses. Final confirmation of the DC6 depends on securing a degree of sponsorship for this trip, but with several organisations already pledging assistance we are hopeful of a successful outcome. If you have a story to tell involving G-APSA and her association with Innsbruck, the media team would love to hear from you. info@thedc6.com
BERLIN TEMPELHOF
A more iconic symbol of air transport is hard to imagine and yet this most famous of airports will close forever at midnight on 30 October 2008. For four emotional days the DC6 will be joining the handful of other propliners still capable of making the journey for a final farewell party.
Built as an imposing gateway to a resurgent nation, then used after its defeat to support a population in need, Tempelhof will be remembered above all as the stage upon which the crucial Berlin Airlift was enacted exactly 60 years ago. Alongside the well documented military effort, the civilian airline British Eagle was forged in the white heat of that operation to ferry supplies to the besieged capital. It was arguably that contract which set the foundations for one of the most successful independent airlines of the era. It was undoubtedly the often forgotten sacrifice of the civilian contributors to the Airlift which made the relief of Berlin a logistical possibility.
On 30 October 2008, G-APSA will wear her British Eagle livery with pride in memory of those brave men and women outside the uniformed services who gave so much in support of the city.
Their schedule for the DC-6 in2008 and 2009 is (for the moment):
2008
October
26 Coventry - Innsbruck
Tag der offenen Tür, Flughafen Innsbruck (STATIC)
27 Innsbruck - Berlin Tempelhof (STATIC)
28 Berlin Tempelhof - Berlin Tempelhof (LOCAL FLIGHT)
30 Berlin Tempelhof - Rotterdam
November
7 Rotterdam - London Heathrow (STATIC)
London Heathrow - Coventry
2009
July
04 Coventry - London City Airport
04 Funday 2009 (DISPLAY)"
See also their great site www.atlanticdhg.com/DC6V3/Home.htm
Cheers,
Maarten
Here's the latest news from the DC-6 branch of Air Atlantique:
"INNSBRUCK, BERLIN, ROTTERDAM CONFIRMED
Thanks to our sponsors and supporters, we can confirm that the DC6 European tour will go ahead. Timings will appear shortly on Schedule page.
HUGE SUPPORT FOR HISTORIC OPERATIONS
To enable us to complete this historically crucial October program several of our long term partners, as well as some important new ones, are providing valuable assistance. Constant companions Air BP have once again supplied Avgas, this time through their Innsbruck division. Meanwhile, Jeppesen UK are providing much needed navigation support for this and future DC6 operations.
For the second leg of our trip Acciona Airport Services have generously donated all handling services. The airport itself has provided slots at an exceptionally busy time that allows us to conduct the operation in the smoothest way possible.
The Aviodrome
For our onward trip via Rotterdam we are indebted to Mark Oostergo of the Aviodrome (Dutch National Aviation Theme Park) in Lelystad. To followers of classic propliner operations Mark and the Aviodrome are well known for their incredible work maintaining Lockheed Constellation N749NL - currently the only airworthy L-749 type - as well as a super-rare DC-2 and other important aircraft. To us they are a group of friends that we made last year during visits by G-APSA to Lelystad and Hamburg when she was painted to represent an aircraft of KLM.
Mark and his colleagues have worked tirelessly to support the DC6 on its journey. This is a perfect example of the community of classic aircraft operators working together to achieve the common goal of preserving these exceptional aircraft for public enjoyment. Cheers, Mark!
Rotterdam
Rotterdam airport itself has made us very welcome indeed. Scene of the last ever departure of a British Eagle commercial flight - on 7 November 1968 - Rotterdam was also home to British Eagle aircraft that were leased to KLM in the late 1960s. In the 1980s, 90s and early this century, G-APSA could often be seen at Rotterdam on commercial freight charters, proudly wearing a variety of Instone and Air Atlantique liveries.
Rotterdam today is a vibrant regional airport with all of the complex concerns of modern air transport. Nevertheless, showing great affection for our historical ties, the airport is sponsoring all landing and parking services. We are fortunate indeed to have such great friends throughout the Dutch aviation community!
HIT REVIVAL
The DC6 was a big hit for the 124,000 visitors to the prestigious 'Freddie March Spirit of Aviation Trophy', a concours d'élégance for pre-1966 aircraft held at the Goodwood Revival between 19 and 21 September. Just 25 aircraft were selected to participate and it was a great honour to be chosen. We are grateful to Air BP who once again supported us with a generous donation of Avgas.
INNSBRUCK AIRPORT
Recalling a frequent destination from her Eagle years, G-APSA will once again be visiting the thrilling mountain destination of Innsbruck. G-APSA was a regular visitor in the 1960s, operating some of the earliest inclusive tours to the mountains. The DC6 team hopes to rekindle past friendships whilst demonstrating to a younger generation what it meant to travel by air in a gentler time.
The Innsbruck Airport Open Day takes place on 26 October with an expected audience of over 25,000 visitors from the vibrant local community. This year the event is supported by local TV station ORF Tirol, national media organisations and local businesses. Final confirmation of the DC6 depends on securing a degree of sponsorship for this trip, but with several organisations already pledging assistance we are hopeful of a successful outcome. If you have a story to tell involving G-APSA and her association with Innsbruck, the media team would love to hear from you. info@thedc6.com
BERLIN TEMPELHOF
A more iconic symbol of air transport is hard to imagine and yet this most famous of airports will close forever at midnight on 30 October 2008. For four emotional days the DC6 will be joining the handful of other propliners still capable of making the journey for a final farewell party.
Built as an imposing gateway to a resurgent nation, then used after its defeat to support a population in need, Tempelhof will be remembered above all as the stage upon which the crucial Berlin Airlift was enacted exactly 60 years ago. Alongside the well documented military effort, the civilian airline British Eagle was forged in the white heat of that operation to ferry supplies to the besieged capital. It was arguably that contract which set the foundations for one of the most successful independent airlines of the era. It was undoubtedly the often forgotten sacrifice of the civilian contributors to the Airlift which made the relief of Berlin a logistical possibility.
On 30 October 2008, G-APSA will wear her British Eagle livery with pride in memory of those brave men and women outside the uniformed services who gave so much in support of the city.
Their schedule for the DC-6 in2008 and 2009 is (for the moment):
2008
October
26 Coventry - Innsbruck
Tag der offenen Tür, Flughafen Innsbruck (STATIC)
27 Innsbruck - Berlin Tempelhof (STATIC)
28 Berlin Tempelhof - Berlin Tempelhof (LOCAL FLIGHT)
30 Berlin Tempelhof - Rotterdam
November
7 Rotterdam - London Heathrow (STATIC)
London Heathrow - Coventry
2009
July
04 Coventry - London City Airport
04 Funday 2009 (DISPLAY)"
See also their great site www.atlanticdhg.com/DC6V3/Home.htm
Cheers,
Maarten
