Labor day spotting

[T-Bird76]

Ok looks like there's going to be sun tomorrow. I'll prob head later in the morning towards noon. Hope some of you guys make it out.

[jakbar]

I spent a few enjoyable hours at Costco with Phil, Mel and Tommy this afternoon. Didn't see anything too out of the ordinary, although I was happy to finally get a nice pic of a Delta 764. The light was good for most of the afternoon (with nice puffy clouds in the background), except for intermittent pockets of no sun, but overall it was a good afternoon. Good to see you guys, and I look forward to next time....

Josh

[Iberia A340-600]

Sounds like you guys had a nice day. Would any body mind sharing some photos?

Hoping to get out next Saturday from spotting, anybody going to be out?

[SP-LPB]

Yeah, I protest! Toss in some picks into the thread.

If 31's will be in use and the weather will be good, will someone venture out on Sat. or Sun.? I might join in if I could arrange some ride, believe me taking the train up to Rockaway takes a long time and then the Q113, brrr.

[Mellyrose]

You asked for pics....you got em.

Here are a bunch which I edited VERY quickly for instant gratification. I'm sure there are some dust spots, blurs and other oversights, but please...enjoy and I welcome feedback. I hadn't been out shooting in awhile!


We started out at Howard Beach to catch the Kuwait 744. I only had 300mm, but made the best out of it. The Kuwait turned super early, but the JAL and Korean made up for it. :)
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/Korean_744_HL7498_JFK31LDep_090406.jpg

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/JAL_744_JA9818_JFK31LDep_090406.jpg

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/Kuwait_744_JFK31LDep_090406.jpg

Headed over to Costco, and while the sun WAS out, it kept hiding from us under the clouds (which did provide some nice backgrounds)....
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/India_744_VT-EVA_JFL31RArr_090406.jpg

For Gordon (sorry it's not the 600, boo!)
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/Iberia_A343_EC-GLE_JFK31RArr_090406.jpg

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/Eurofly_A330_I-EEZB_JFK31RArr_090406.jpg

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/Aeroflot_763_VP-BWX_JFK31RArr_090406.jpg

Yay! Finally saw the REAL Delta Dash-8...not my phony one ;)
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/DL_Dash8_N804LR_JFK31RArr_090406.jpg

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/KLM_744_PH-BLM_JFK31RArr_090406.jpg

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/Mexicana_A319_N706MX_JFK31RArr_090604.jpg

The Phil Derner, Jr. plane!
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/NorthAmer_762_N765NA_JFK31RArr_090406.jpg

Just barely kept this one in the frame.
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/NWA_A319_N323NB_JFK31RArr_090406.jpg

For Brian....we miss you :cry:
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/Qantas_744_VH-OEF_JFK31RArr_090406.jpg

Boring Swiss
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/Swiss_A330_HB-IQH_JFK31RArr_090406.jpg

Pretty Clouds!
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/JFKsunset090406.jpg

[Iberia A340-600]

Beautiful shots Mel! Love the Iberia, even though it's not a -600 :(

I'd offer to give you a ride A350 but I'll be coming from Poughkeepsie. By the way I'll be meeting Matt (G-BOAD) out at JFK so it'd be great for him to meet some other guys (and girl :wink:).

[Iberia A340-600]

Hope you don't mind but I Piscased your Iberia photo a bit 8)

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m145/GordonSR/Iberia_A343_EC-GLE_JFK31RArr_090406.jpg

[SP-LPB]

I'd offer to give you a ride A350 but I'll be coming from Poughkeepsie. By the way I'll be meeting Matt (G-BOAD) out at JFK so it'd be great for him to meet some other guys (and girl :wink:).

Thanks anyway dude, don't worry about it :D, I'll hitchhike (j/k). I'll try to get there somehow, I hope we can get a nice group. Everything depends on the weather and I'm not 100% yet.


Boring Swiss
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/Swiss_A330_HB-IQH_JFK31RArr_090406.jpg

I love it!

[T-Bird76]

Really a nice day today. Spent my first half at FRG. Looks like I'll be doing some volunteer work for the Museum. Really wonderful folks down there. Then had a great day spotting with Phil, Mel and Josh. Again nothing special but the light made for some interesting shots.

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/B25_B24_FRG_090406_BW.jpg
I'm into this B/W thing for these old birds!!! God the sound of a B24, B25, and a B17 with there engines spinning all at the same time, WOW!!!

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/AA_777_JFK_090406.jpg
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/Eurofly_JFK_090406.jpg
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/Harmony_JFK_090406.jpg
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/KLM_747_090406_JFK.jpg
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/LOTSTAR_JFK_090406.jpg
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/QA_JFK_090406.jpg
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/suncountry_JFK_090406.jpg

[moose135]

Great shots Mel! You may have been disappointed that the Kuwaiti 744 turned early, but that's a super angle on that shot. I love all 3 departure shots you got!

[SP-LPB]

Nice Tommy, the Star Alliance LOT is the cherry on the top of everything.

[Iberia A340-600]

Love the KLM, Harmony, and Qantas shots tommy! The dark backround for the Qantas shot is just great!

[PhilDernerJr]

I haven't edited my shots yet, but I noticed that about 14 photos (atleast) didn't read to my card properly, and therefore I don't have any shots of the Delta Dash-8. BOOOOO!!

Great day though. Was great running into Josh and Wendy :)

[Mellyrose]

I was wondering why my shots looked a bit less sharp than what I'm used to, when Phil mentioned that I wasn't shooting with IS yesterday (lens didn't have it). While it's frustrating since I know my shots could've been better...I'm glad I didn't realize I didn't have IS while shooting, b/c I was a lot more relaxed. I'm sure I would've been trying to be extra careful if it dawned on me!

Tommy...great shots! Damn you and your 30D.

[T-Bird76]

I was wondering why my shots looked a bit less sharp than what I'm used to, when Phil mentioned that I wasn't shooting with IS yesterday (lens didn't have it). While it's frustrating since I know my shots could've been better...I'm glad I didn't realize I didn't have IS while shooting, b/c I was a lot more relaxed. I'm sure I would've been trying to be extra careful if it dawned on me!

Tommy...great shots! Damn you and your 30D.

Thanks Mel!

You also bring up a good point about IS. To many people think its the solution to sharp shots and they rely on it to much. Good panning and a steady hand are the solution to good shots. I half the time forget my IS is on.

[mirrodie]

First off, great shots everyone! and a lot of truth that the panning takes a bit of practice.

Sorry I missed you guys. Spent the day organizing hte home office...weird paternal instincts are kicking in and getting the place ready.

I did get a shot of Tom spotting at FRG but ran into the same troll at FRG and vow not to patronize that museum again.


Gald you got a glimpse of the Kuwait!

[Derf]

I could not give a ratts ass that the Korean air 747 is not tack sharp...it
still took my breath away..... I see lots of commercial shots and they are
the same old stuff.... the 5 percent that are different will make up for the
loss in quality any day. Truly an awesome shot!!!

I also love Tommys bombers and the AA....for some really weird reason,
the aircraft shots of aircraft that have passed and are from the back on a
45 degree do absolutely nothing for me...... Even if it is an unusual
aircraft...as you know, there are exceptions to every rule but so far I feel
that way. (Not saying that it is not a good shot, just does nothing for me)

We have some really great photographers here and I am proud to be able
to see all of your work on a daily basis......THIS PLACE ROCKS!

I have to give Mel's shot the gold ribbon.....P.S. It is a little soft! ;)
BRAVO!

[mirrodie]

And the bombers in B+W is just stunning! I saw the Q2 pass the house a few times. What a rich and distinct sound. The smaller fighters kept buzzing us too. hot doggers!


Was JFK traffic fairly normal yesterday or a bit slower b/c of the holiday?

[Mellyrose]

Geez Fred.....3 posts in a row - each a little bit more off topic! ;)

Thanks for the compliments!

[PhilDernerJr]

Was JFK traffic fairly normal yesterday or a bit slower b/c of the holiday?

It seemed a little slow, although I don't think they celebrate Labor Day in other parts of the globe.

We still got some good planes though, I think.

[mirrodie]

I guess less of an influx of Jetblues planes is the only loss right ? ;)