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The Transatlantic Leg: New York LaGuardia to RAF Northolt, London

 

Slight change from my original plan for this one, as a Vickers VC10 has come available at short notice.  The VC10 surprisingly still holds the record for the fastest crossing of the Atlantic by a subsonic airliner.  To land in daylight, I will make a late evening departure from LaGuardia.  Winds are good, especially early on in the flight.  Range is no issue for this aircraft!

 

Preparing for departure.

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On the way out

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Approaching Ireland and sunrise

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Over mid-Wales

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Flying the arrival

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On final for RAF Northolt

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Home! But not quite finished.... I started at London Heliport, remember?

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One short hop by helicopter left...

 

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The last leg... back to my starting point at London Heliport.  Just 10 miles across London, with some sightseeing detours on the way.

 

In the Bell 47 (making sure I satisfy the pre-1970s category) at RAF Northolt:

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Spotted Wembley Stadium as I headed towards central London so decided to do a fly-over.

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Flying up a Thames, seeing some familiar landmarks:

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....and finally, about to touch down at London Heliport.

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After a quick taxi ride back to the Reform Club..... finished!

 

Great idea for an event by Aerosoft, thanks to Mathijs and others for making it happen.  The challenge of getting to grips with the aircraft used in somewhat more depth than is often required for a simple sim flight was very enjoyable and rewarding, and the context of the event gave the flying a greater sense of purpose.  I was very happy with the aircraft chosen, and will probably fly them more often as a result.  I hope all my fellow participants enjoyed the experience also.

 

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Congratulations on finishing off the Round the World in such great style.
Terrific choices in aircraft gave special reason to follow your diaries and focus on your screenshots.

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