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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Official FS/WTB/WTT thread:

    Post here!<p>New thread made when this one fills up. <IMG NAME="icon" SRC="http://www.vwvortex.com/vwbb/smile.gif" BORDER="0"><BR><BR> <i>Modified...

    Started by FlyinTurbo, 09-20-2005 09:29 PM
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  1. Dope Shizzz (v. Aviation & Space)

    Time for a "dope shizzz" thread, Aviation & Space style. <IMG NAME="icon" SRC="http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emthup.gif" BORDER="0"> <p><IMG...

    Started by KrautFed, 11-12-2008 11:12 AM
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  2. Japanese 787s grounded

    This saddens me. From what I can remember, the only really truly new plane launched recently was the A380. I don't recall it having this many...

    Started by Buckeye(OH), 01-15-2013 10:57 PM
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    05-22-2013 04:56 PM Go to last post
  3. End of an Era: A-10s leave Europe

    I guess with the threat of T-72s pouring through the Fulda Gap being long over this was inevitible. :( ...

    Started by NoDubJustYet, 05-22-2013 06:56 AM
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    05-22-2013 12:47 PM Go to last post
  4. 70th anniversary of the dambuster raids

    Can't believe this hasn't been posted yet. Last week marked the 70th anniversary of the dambusting Lancaster raids and gives us history and plane...

    Started by ErikGTI, 05-19-2013 07:10 PM
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    05-22-2013 01:27 AM Go to last post
  5. Lyon Air Museum & Wings of Freedom tour

    http://www.pbase.com/ivannachoo/image/150163627/large.jpg http://www.pbase.com/ivannachoo/image/150163022/original.jpg...

    Started by choochoo, 05-21-2013 06:45 PM
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    05-21-2013 06:45 PM Go to last post
  6. Offical Telescope Thread

    I dont know if a type of thread has been made like this before on VWvortex, but after searching I did not find one. I just got into astronomy a few...

    Started by mikev1, 07-30-2011 01:04 AM
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    05-21-2013 01:31 PM Go to last post
  7. Combloc aircraft, anyone?

    As the son of a naval aviator, I've always appreciated aviation - though I never truly had the drive (nor the capability) to pursue it. However, I...

    Started by Elbows, 03-28-2012 12:30 PM
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    05-20-2013 09:30 PM Go to last post
  8. I took a detour on the way to work

    So, after a few delays, I got signed off to solo last Tuesday, and have made a couple of solo flights since then. Today, I woke up before the...

    Started by Hybrid VW, 05-06-2013 12:30 PM
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    05-18-2013 02:12 PM Go to last post
  9. Coming soon to a planet near you! Sunspots this weekend!

    http://news.yahoo.com/sunspot-blasting-major-solar-flares-face-earth-soon-214907541.html ...

    Started by dubraycer36, 05-15-2013 01:13 PM
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    05-17-2013 02:27 PM Go to last post
  10. Sightings thread

    Didnt see any threads, thought it would be cool to have a thread dedicated to seeing airplanes that you've seen recently or taken photos of! I...

    Started by eltigre, 10-31-2010 03:57 PM
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    05-16-2013 07:08 PM Go to last post
  11. Video: 747-400 Cargo Crash in Afghanistan

    Saw this in headlines of news... didnt realize there were videos. Wow that was a big bird... RIP http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=c32_1367332518

    Started by KrautFed, 04-30-2013 12:21 PM
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    05-16-2013 01:04 AM Go to last post
  12. What does 40+ years of saltwater exposure do to an F-1 engine?

    Not much apparently, although hitting the ocean at a couple of hundred miles an hour did a number on it. I want to be Jeff Bezos rich just co I can...

    Started by jaysvw, 03-20-2013 06:43 PM
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    05-14-2013 11:39 PM Go to last post
  13. Kc135 crash Near Manas AB, Kyrgyzstan

    http://www.cnn.com/2013/05/03/world/asia/kyrgyzstan-us-aircraft-missing/index.html Some friends here at work verified that this is true. :( Tsgt...

    Started by Bodhisattvw, 05-03-2013 11:18 AM
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    05-14-2013 03:42 AM Go to last post
  14. An altimeter question

    As I understand it a pilot should set the plane's altimeter to the altitude of the airport the plane is located in before take off. Is there an...

    Started by Hybridowner, 05-12-2013 09:00 PM
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    05-13-2013 11:13 PM Go to last post
  15. 1944 Piper L-4H Grasshopper

    So my uncle completely restored his 1944 Piper L-4H and I just happened to be in Tahiti for it's first flight after the restoration, and of course I...

    Started by 71sbeetle, 04-21-2013 10:39 PM
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    05-12-2013 08:49 AM Go to last post
  16. Air India Stewardesses Fly Plane while Captain and Pilot Take a Nap

    http://img.ibtimes.com/www/data/images/full/2013/05/03/367570.jpg http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/articles/464320/20130503/air-india-kanika-kala.htm ...

    Started by spockcat, 05-04-2013 11:17 PM
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    05-10-2013 02:01 PM Go to last post
  17. American Eagle exec busted for skipping security

    Nice! http://www.nbcdfw.com/investigations/Airline-Airport-Employees-Caught-Abusing-Security-Badges-205288061.html I might have...

    Started by AZGolf, 04-30-2013 08:44 PM
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    05-09-2013 12:35 PM Go to last post
  18. Madrid Airshow Crash

    http://media.heavy.com/media/2013/05/HA-200_Saeta-wikipedia.jpg http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5kBBehNOjM ...

    Started by WeenerBoy, 05-07-2013 01:59 AM
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    05-09-2013 12:33 PM Go to last post
  19. X-47 is one step closer!

    First field arrested landing.. ...

    Started by 20grit_timber, 05-06-2013 06:38 PM
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    05-07-2013 10:54 AM Go to last post
  20. Its old but worth a chuckle on a Friday

    Lockheed Martin Tactical Aircraft Systems AIRCRAFT - SPACE SYSTEMS - MISSILES Important! Important! Please fill out and mail this card...

    Started by 2035cc16v, 05-03-2013 04:30 PM
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    05-03-2013 08:27 PM Go to last post
  21. An odd old fighter question

    So, I know that the older piston powered fighters and bombers used hydraulics and (to a lesser extent) cabling to control all the various flaps,...

    Started by turbinepowered, 03-25-2013 05:18 PM
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    05-03-2013 12:17 PM Go to last post
  22. 4,800 Nautical Miles

    Now to a certain 757 driver, (Drivr?? :D) this probably sounds like a short trip in a toy airplane, but it's my longest flight to date and my...

    Started by Gern_Blanston, 03-14-2013 09:49 AM
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  23. Aviation Programs on Television and or Movies

    If you know a good aviation related show post it up. These are the only ones I know of and I think they're out of season. The Aviators - PBS...

    Started by 359Bailey1320, 03-24-2013 07:39 PM
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    04-28-2013 08:44 PM Go to last post
  24. Rolls Royce Trent Engine Appreciation Thread

    Jut back from a two week trip to South Africa. Flew there on a combination of Air Canada A330-300 (not pictured) and South African Airways A340-600. ...

    Started by Hawk, 04-21-2013 07:58 AM
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    04-24-2013 04:03 PM Go to last post
  25. CloudAhoy.... Wow!

    Have you guys seen CloudAhoy yet? Somebody told me about it the other day and I've used it for a couple flights. It's pretty awesome! It's especially...

    Started by 32176G60, 04-16-2013 01:57 AM
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    04-21-2013 10:23 PM Go to last post
  26. Cool article on NASA's revival of a Saturn V F1 engine

    I remember hearing about NASA bringing an F1 out of storage as part of the design and engineering process for the Space Launch System. ArsTechnica...

    Started by FigureFive, 04-17-2013 01:54 PM
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    04-19-2013 12:37 AM Go to last post
  27. Antares rocket launch ~1700 from Wallops Island, VA

    http://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2013/04/orbital-antares-debut-launch-attempt/ ...

    Started by Egz, 04-17-2013 02:51 PM
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  28. Long EZ Teach me them?

    Biggest drawback I see is the pusher engine, mainly from a debris and exhaust valve hitting the prop scenario. Anyone have any additional insights?

    Started by abacorrado, 04-03-2013 07:12 AM
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    04-15-2013 09:43 PM Go to last post
  29. Model Planes (Woot.com)

    Not sure if any of you check Woot.com but they have model planes/jets and lego sets on sale right now. I have seen a few posts here with people who...

    Started by BlckBadged_SwissChee, 04-12-2013 01:19 PM
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    04-15-2013 12:05 PM Go to last post
  30. Owner Cant Fly - lol

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Pair-Falcon-Jets-sale-/200913929601?pt=Motors_Aircraft&hash=item2ec7674581#ht_500wt_1182 Two Awesome Falcon Jets...

    Started by Spodebe, 04-10-2013 07:48 AM
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    04-10-2013 11:42 AM Go to last post

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