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This one will probably be quite simple.

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That was pretty quick Geoff.

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Watch this video, it's a classic.

http://dotsub.com/view/6c5d7514-5656-476a-9504-07dd4e2f6509

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A month since the last brain teaser, time to knock the dust off.

Can anyone identify this aircraft?

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Part of the ejection mechanism. See explanation from Wikipedia below.

On many high-performance military aircraft, the canopy is an integral part of the ejection seat system. The pilot cannot be ejected from the aircraft until the canopy is no longer in the path of the ejection seat. In most ejection seat equipped aircraft, the canopy is blown upwards and rearwards by explosive charges. The relative wind then blows the canopy away from the ejection path. However, on some aircraft, such as the AV-8B Harrier II, the pilot may be forced to eject when in a hover, or when going too slow for the relative wind to move the canopy out of the path of the ejection seat. In that situation, the pilot could possibly impact the canopy when ejecting. To overcome that possibility, some aircraft have a thin cord of plastic explosive zig-zagging across the canopy over the pilot's head. In the event of an ejection, the explosive cord is activated first, shattering the canopy. Then the ejection seat (and pilot) are launched through the shattered canopy.

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Trailer for DVD and Blu-ray of a flight to the northern-most airport with scheduled service. DVD from worldairroutes.com. Five cameras in cockpit.

Received this today, and had to share it. Apologies if you find it a bit offensive, Kaye.

NAG NAG NAG!!!

An attorney arrived home late, after a very tough day trying to get a stay of execution. His last minute plea for clemency to the governor had failed and he was feeling worn out and depressed.

As soon as he walked through the door at home, his wife started on him about, 'What time of night to be getting home is this? Where have you been? Dinner is cold and I'm not reheating it'. And on and on and on.

Too shattered to play his usual role in this familiar ritual, he poured himself a shot of whiskey and headed off for a long hot soak in the bathtub, pursued by the predictable sarcastic remarks as he dragged himself up the stairs.

While he was in the bath, the phone rang. The wife answered and was told that her husband's client, James Wright, had been granted a stay of execution after all. Wright would not be hanged tonight.

Finally realizing what a terrible day he must have had, she decided to go upstairs and give him the good news..

As she opened the bathroom door, she was greeted by the sight of her husband, bent over naked, drying his legs and feet.

'They're not hanging Wright tonight,' she said.

He whirled around and screamed, 'FOR THE LOVE OF GOD WOMAN, DON'T YOU EVER STOP?!'

Peter

A story on 60 Minutes tonight about the number of fatalities in accidents which should have been survivable in Robinson R44 helicopters because of their non-compliant fuel tanks, and the failure of CASA and Robinson to accept responsibility. According to 60 Minutes and a US aviation accident lawyer, there have been 34 accidents in R44's killing 78 people, because the standard fuel tank fails the 15 mt drop survivability test. Although bladders tanks are now compulsory, the manufacturer refuses to accept the cost and customers are required to pay an additional $13,000 to fit the bladder tank. They also stated that the R22 suffers the same problem. Robinson's response was that passengers should wear fireproof suits and head protection.

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A film covering the British Aviation Industry from Bleriot to Concorde and Airbus. Obviously produced before the crash of Concorde, nevertheless includes many interesting aircraft of which film is quite rare.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjoVtv-xJlk

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And another Air Crane video shot in Greece, Australia and the US. Scenes at Essendon airport, Melbourne dockland (container ship), Sydney Harbour Bridge and Phillip Island motor cycle races.

This video was uploaded by what I believe is a Mexican contributor, but was filmed in Australia, and includes a departure by an RAAF NH90 and a RAN Seahawk and some scenes of an RFDS KingAir, but is mainly about an Eriksson Air Crane. No indication of where it was filmed. Someone may recognise the countryside.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqWTTzELc6s

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Two mates were sitting on the river bank fishing. One turned to the other and said, "I'm thinking of getting a divorce. My wife hasn't spoken to me in 2 months."

"Don't be too hasty." said his mate. "Women like that are hard to find."

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Here's one you probably haven't seen.

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This could also appear in Aviation Videos. This video came up after the story about the drunk passenger attacking the pilot over a delayed flight. It is a film describing flight in a Super Constellation, showing passengers what goes on in the cockpit. One interesting sequence shows them feathering first engine 1, then 2, then 3, and flying on engine 4 only. It also shows a Lockheed Starfire to demonstrate jets, and talks about jet transports in the future.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVE1AzwJLTE

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I had a telephone call which was somewhat similar. The caller had a foreign accent which was not distinctly Asian or Indian. He gave something purporting to be a name, but it wasn't anything I recognised, and when I asked him to repeat it, he wasn't any clearer. He claimed to be from the Federal Government Refunds Dept., saying that I was entitled to a refund of overcharged bank fees totalling about $5,000. He had my correct name and address and wanted to know if I wanted a cheque or direct credit to my bank account. I asked if this was some sort of scam. He said, "Wait a moment..." then the line went dead.

I called the police, who said it was definitely a scam, and suggected I complete a report on the Scamwatch website. I did so, but have had no further response.

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A man staggered into a hospital with a concussion, multiple bruises, two black eyes, and a five iron wrapped tightly around his throat.

Naturally, the Doctor asked him, 'What happened to YOU?'

'Well, I was having a quiet round of golf with my wife, when at a difficult hole, we both sliced our golf balls into a field of cattle .

We went to look for them and while I was looking around I noticed one of the cows had something white at its rear end.'

'I walked over, lifted its tail, and sure enough, there was a golf ball with my wife's monogram on it - stuck right in the middle of the cow's bottom.

Still holding the cow's tail up, I yelled to my wife, 'Hey, this looks like yours!''

'I don't remember much after that'

The Wimpiest Dad

Two kids are arguing over whose father is the wimpiest.

The first one says, "My dad is so scared of lightning that when it strikes, he slides underneath our bed."

The second kid says, "That's nothing. My dad is so scared of the dark that when my mother works night shift, he sleeps with the woman next door."

Here;s one for you, Robbo.

A marine serving in Afghanistan receives a letter from his girlfriend in the States. She tells him she has slept with two men while he has been away, and doesn't wish to see him any more. She asks him to return her photo. The marine goes around the camp asking his buddies for any unwanted photos of girls. He collects about twenty, some clothed, some undressed. He mails them home to her, saying he can't remember her, to take her photo out of the collection, and return the rest to him. Karma.

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It appears this one is on the go again:

Please read below and pass on to your family & friends.

Got a call last night from an individual identifying himself as an Telstra Service technician who was conducting a test on our Telephone lines.

He stated that to complete the test I should touch nine(9),zero ( 0), hash (#) and then hang up. Luckily, I was suspicious and refused.

Upon contacting the telephone company, I was informed that by pushing 90#, you give the requesting individual full access to your telephone line, which allows them to place long distance telephone calls billed to your home phone number.

I was further informed that this scam has been originating from many of the local Jails/prisons.

DO NOT press 90# for ANYONE. PLEASE pass this on to your friends.

If you have mailing lists and/or newsletters from organizations you are connected with, I encourage you to pass this on.

Stephen Cooper

Detective Senior Constable 29748

Victoria Police State Crime Squads

Level 12, 412 St Kilda Road, Melbourne

(03) 9865 2663 (03) 9865 2663 or 0414644499

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Yes Nerb, it's a dummy for r/c testing, but they hope to have it up to carrying a pilot(?) soon. One of the companies in the consortium is Evektor, so they're a serious group.

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A consortium of 3 Czech companies are developing a flying bike:

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Are you referring to the Phoenix, manufactured by Phoenix Air USA, from Melbourne Florida, which is certified in the US as an S-LSA Glider? This info from their website:

The Phoenix is both a Light Sport Aircraft, and it is a glider. Consequently, it can be flown by a private airplane rated pilot, a sport pilot, or a glider pilot.

Two sets of wingtips allow a flight span of 35 or 49 feet, with a hangar span of only 34 feet When flown with the 35 foot span, the Phoenix is nimble and quick, with pylon racer flight characteristics.

The dual-purpose Phoenix is THE top of the line light sport aircraft with more versatility and functionality than any other light aircraft.

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Your thinking is correct, Willie.

NASA AD-1 oblique wing.

Wind tunnel tests conducted at NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, California. Flight tests started in 1979.

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Best wishes from me, too, Glenn.