Canberra Airport Open Day-Attending Aircraft - Page 8

Zac M · #71 28th March 2010, 09:01 PM

They taped all the seats of OGQ off, the crew were awesome during the display, they gave us a cup of water as we got on. I didn't go on QOS while it was on display but I did do the charity flight (which they should have used the 767 for

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Dan Hammond · #72 28th March 2010, 09:11 PM

Hey Guys,

Just arrived back in MEL after a fantastic day. It was great to put some faces to the names. I really enjoyed every bit of the day, walking through the aircraft, tarmac tour, charity flight. It was a great day. Those of you that have me on facebook can see my collection of photos from the day there.

Cheers!

Alex Lui · #73 28th March 2010, 09:49 PM

From what I was told on Friday night before QF787 took off, the number of empty seats was 174 so that would mean about 80 pax on this flight. Which would make sense as you saw, very light. Not to mention the take off was FAST and the landing was one that I have not experienced probably since the time I landed in LA on United.

So yes, QF562 was probably heavier on the way back, with 111 on board.

I agree with you about the static aircraft on display. Being a commercial aviation buff, I really only wanted to see the VB jet, QF jets and Brindabella ones. Let me break it down then...

TAH / TAO - wasn't open when I got there
OGQ - It's a pity the seats were taped off since you could try them out last year but I guess if Qantas do it this way thats the way they do it... I flew in on this bird so nah, no need to see it again.
QOS - Was going on it in the afternoon
VBK - Been on countless 73G's so no need to see it again, not to mention the seats aren't that comfortable on their jets anyway! :P

I'm doing a heck of a lot of flying to come so yeah... my aim of the day was to partake in the charity flight and fly on OGQ. Did it and happy

Alex.

Dan Hammond · #74 29th March 2010, 11:56 AM

I agree, the crew were great, they remembered a few of us from the morning flight and were interested in what we thought of the open day too.

Todd Milton · #75 29th March 2010, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by chris d

I did take some photos - but otherwise got pretty bored, pretty quickly - and also frustrated with the crowds walking in front of my photo attempts.

It is sad to hear that the crowd which turned out to this free, advertised event got in the way of your photos......

Blake Riley · #76 29th March 2010, 01:26 PM

I agree with Chris it was a pain in the *** with people jus walking infront of you while taking photos. It was a good day and good getting the flightdecks and Cabins but frustrating trying to get good pics outside

Todd Milton · #77 29th March 2010, 02:01 PM

If there is a crowd it is simply not going to part ways so you can get that golden shot. Never go to an event and try and take photos in a crowd, then complain. You will never get a great shot at an open day event, especially when there are kids running everywhere and constant foaming at the mouth like patrons who will get in your way. People walk infront of people taking photos no matter where you are, you can't help it and you cannot stop it. Sure you can get a little peeved, but at an event like this where there is a steady stream of people you are best to just deal with it.

Maikha Ly · #78 29th March 2010, 05:28 PM

Hi all

Before you all continue to debate crowd courtesies, I've posted my detailed trip report with plenty of photographs in the Technical Forum if any of you all are interested to read it:

http://www.yssyforum.net/board/showthread.php?t=5144

Carry on!

Kieran Wells · #79 29th March 2010, 06:04 PM

I think this had to be one of the best days that i have ever attended. I really enjoyed the Charity Flight, so much fun. Was great meeting a few new people including Maika.

I'll edit this post once i sort photos and post them into facebook.

Maikha Ly · #80 29th March 2010, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Kieran Wells

I think this had to be one of the best days that i have ever attended. I really enjoyed the Charity Flight, so much fun. Was great meeting a few new people including Maika.

Likewise dude, good to shake hands with a few new people off this place.

Charity Flight was most definitely awesome! I wish every flight was always in such good spirits compared to what you currently get in reality. Was a good feeling walking out to the aircraft and having us all sing "Come Fly With Me".... pack of friggin weirdos we are..