1] Upon arrival the local 131 sqn also went out to play.
2] Having never been here before with a digital camera, this was a nice opportunity as well to frame these PC-7's.
3] Especially nice, as the days of these these old machines are numbered and a search for replacement is already ongoing. This is one of 2 in special marks especially for the 35yr celebration of the type in service.
4] The main attraction. The 42nd helicopter is about to set down.
5] A close up of the closest line.
6] Some Medi-hawks made it out, but stumbled upon some low clouds and returned within half an hour again.
7] Another one of a total of nine HH-60M that went through The Netherlands. The other 6 wenth through Thessaloniki where around 35 helicopter were discharged as well.
8] A pair of Chinooks also made their way in from Vlissingen port.
9] Only this one had the large 1 CAB identifying badge on its aft pylon.
10] The locals returning.
11] "Well planned" crossover shot.
12] A few nights earlier I was also about and was lucky with one shot (of many) that eventually didn't end up in the bin. The conditions of this years rotation were harsh to say at the least.
I hope you liked them!
