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2011-10-29, 02:56 PM
puckstopper55

Wow. That's awesome. It looks amazing. I thought it would be falling apart and paint coming off the walls. Thank you very much
2011-10-29, 03:11 PM
Derf

No problem, Here is a video of the takeoff I took this morning
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jH9EiqBKyo4
2011-10-29, 03:44 PM
Zee71

Awesome video Fred...........I turned up my volume full blast to hear the sound. Ahhh...............it was great!!!
2011-10-29, 03:54 PM
Gerard

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zee71

Awesome video Fred...........I turned up my volume full blast to hear the sound. Ahhh...............it was great!!!

From where I stood on New Highway you could barely see the headlights of the aircraft but once they cranked those engines up............... :cool:
2011-10-29, 04:45 PM
Zee71

Here are a few more that I finally got to.

US Marines
http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Av...2011Taxi-L.jpg

It paid off going to FRG early in the morning to catch some fantastic light and glad I brought my ladder for some of these shots.
http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Av...2011Ramp-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Av...2011Ramp-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Av...2011Ramp-L.jpg
2011-10-29, 05:25 PM
LGA777

Great shots everybody & Derf love the departure video, especially the AWESOME sound effects. One thing that impressed me in terms of the shows attention to detail is the fake windows as part of the plastic covering since N707JT is missing quite a few windows. Now two unrealted questions. Since I am only vaguely familiar with FRQ approx what percentage of the runway would those familiar say the Boeing used to get airborne? Second question since the tail could not be covered because of some kind of rudder re-balancing afterwords anyone here if they are going to use computer graphics for an accurate Pan Am tail or if they are just going to not have the tail in the actual shots? Sure looking forward to that episode !
2011-10-29, 05:30 PM
mirrodie

FRED!!!! You are the BLOODY MAN!!!!!

DUDE!!!!!! THat was just [email protected]!! I was in the office treating a patient for a nasty ocular infection (incidentally, I was actually taking a picture of the infected cornea) when I heard it thunder past the office and remarked, "there goes Travolta's Jet." THe individual responded, "Oh, foe the Pan Am shoot? I was an extra in one of the shows."

I wished Id have seen it but my blood would even handle that cold!!! You are awesome!!! I love you man!!!! That is SUPREME dedication!!!
2011-10-29, 05:59 PM
moose135

Quote:

Originally Posted by LGA777

Since I am only vaguely familiar with FRQ approx what percentage of the runway would those familiar say the Boeing used to get airborne? Second question since the tail could not be covered because of some kind of rudder re-balancing afterwords anyone here if they are going to use computer graphics for an accurate Pan Am tail or if they are just going to not have the tail in the actual shots? Sure looking forward to that episode !

That's a 6800 foot runway, Ron, and it looks like they used about half of it. Not sure about the tail - I heard it wouldn't appear in any shots, but I also heard mention that they would CGI it if necessary. This was listed as Episode 8 on their schedule, but they have already swapped the order of two episodes earlier this season, so I wouldn't necessarily rely on the episode number to determine when it will run.
2011-10-29, 08:19 PM
steve1840

Great coverage of this special visitor this week guys. Fred great videos!!
2011-10-29, 09:47 PM
PhilDernerJr

I'm surprised that they went through all the trouble to bring the 707 up here. The TV show has used some extremely impressive CGI and I would think this would have been able to be accomplished the same way.
2011-10-30, 12:29 PM
NIKV69

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phil D.

I'm surprised that they went through all the trouble to bring the 707 up here. The TV show has used some extremely impressive CGI and I would think this would have been able to be accomplished the same way.

Even with the most advanced CGI or animatronics you can still tell it's not real. Having the actual aircraft with the color scheme and a talented filming crew can give you a much more realistic effect. IMO.
2011-10-30, 12:53 PM
gonzalu

Maybe they can;t find old hangars or tarmac like they do at FRG? :tongue: Or maybe the filming is cheaper here than bringing it down to Ocala? Who knows, but I am sure glad they did bring it...

Fred, my man, that video... so glad you shot video instead of stills oh boy, what a gorgeous aircraft.
2011-10-30, 02:15 PM
Fly2e

Derf, that video was GREAT! Thanks!!!
2011-10-30, 06:53 PM
moose135

Quote:

Originally Posted by gonzalu

Maybe they can;t find old hangars or tarmac like they do at FRG? :tongue: Or maybe the filming is cheaper here than bringing it down to Ocala? Who knows, but I am sure glad they did bring it...

It's probably cheaper and easier in the long run to bring the 707 here. Yes, they paid for it, but compared to flying 150 people (actors, extras, production people, etc.) down to Florida for three or four days, plus all their equipment (cameras, sound equipment, lights, etc., etc.) it can get pretty pricey as well. Add to that losing two days with travel - since they usually film in Brooklyn, most of the crew met at the studio, and were shuttled to FRG on the first day of shooting. They did stay in local hotels during filming. They have shot some other scenes around the NYC area (the hotel in "Monte Carlo" last week was actually the Woolworth Mansion in Glen Cove) so local location shoots are something they are familiar with. Logistically and financially, it's a lot easier to bring the airplane here then move the whole circus to the airplane.
2011-10-30, 06:56 PM
Joe

Hello Guys,
I haven't seen any mention of it here, however yesterday, there was an E6 (I believe) parked just South of Sheltair yesterday. I didn't get a chance to drive by again as I didn't have my camera on me to see if it was still there today.
2011-10-30, 07:13 PM
moose135

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe

Hello Guys,
I haven't seen any mention of it here, however yesterday, there was an E6 (I believe) parked just South of Sheltair yesterday. I didn't get a chance to drive by again as I didn't have my camera on me to see if it was still there today.

That's an EA-6B Prowler. And yes, it will still be around - it was retired out of service a week ago with its final flight into FRG. It will remain at the Airpower Museum until a display site is ready at the Grumman Bethpage plant.

Coverage of the arrival here:
http://nycaviation.com/forum/threads...sitors/page149
2011-10-30, 07:37 PM
Joe

Thanks Moose,
I just ran over and snapped a quick image:
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6019/...f3b7096b_b.jpg
Joe
2011-10-30, 07:47 PM
Joe

You are away for two weeks and miss all of the good stuff!
2011-10-30, 09:26 PM
Gerard

Quote:

Originally Posted by moose135

They did stay in local hotels during filming. They have shot some other scenes around the NYC area (the hotel in "Monte Carlo" last week was actually the Woolworth Mansion in Glen Cove) so local location shoots are something they are familiar with. Logistically and financially, it's a lot easier to bring the airplane here then move the whole circus to the airplane.

And its good for the economy out here on LI.
2011-10-31, 01:51 PM
mirrodie

HEy Moose, I totally understand not dragging the crowd all over and it being cheaper in that regard.

What I mean was I didnt get why they wanted to use Travoltas Jet when their CGI is pretty intense.

I had no clue and was shocked when I saw the image below!!! And considering they are not using Ella's tail in the clip, it still surprises me they needed it, you know?

BUt NO COMPLAINTS HERE!!

http://www.fxguide.com/wp-content/up...m_6_before.jpg

http://www.fxguide.com/wp-content/up...am_6_after.jpg
2011-10-31, 03:25 PM
gonzalu

Wow!! That is SWEET CGI ...
2011-11-02, 10:15 PM
lijk604

Some over the last week or so...
Visitors...
http://www.jklosphotography.com/Airp...RG102811-L.jpg

http://www.jklosphotography.com/Airp...RG102811-L.jpg

Based at FRG...
http://www.jklosphotography.com/Airp...RG110211-L.jpg

http://www.jklosphotography.com/Airp...110211-3-L.jpg
2011-11-03, 03:38 PM
ch2tdriver

So who is the owner of the gray Citation Jet that is also apparently a fan of the 357th FG?
2011-11-03, 04:29 PM
moose135

Quote:

Originally Posted by ch2tdriver

So who is the owner of the gray Citation Jet that is also apparently a fan of the 357th FG?

The registration, N606MG gives us a few clues...it is registered to Hagedorn Aviation, based in Delaware - no surprise there. If you Google "Hagedorn Aviation", the first result is a Wikipedia page for "James Hagedorn" that starts "...was named president and chief operating officer of Scotts Miracle-Gro in April 2000 and chairman of the board of directors and chief executive officer in January 2003. Prior to April 2000, he was in charge of the company's North American business." It also has this to say about Mr. Hagedorn... "Hagedorn also served in the United States Air Force for seven years as a captain and an F-16 fighter pilot."
2011-11-03, 07:59 PM
gonzalu

Nice looking bird!!!
2011-11-04, 02:31 AM
Mateo

606MG had a crazy scheme with its previous owner (Jack Roush), as well.
http://www.airliners.net/search/phot...nct_entry=true

I saw it at RIC when Roush flew it; haven't seen it yet as 606MG.
2011-11-04, 02:03 PM
Derf

Ok, I went to post pictures of Jet Clipper Ella but then I realized that I have not posted the EA-6B shots yet.

Fist things first!

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG7093-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG9401-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG7307-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/...82686970-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG7648-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG9359-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG7120-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG0985-L.jpg
http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/...830024_QL73Xzq
http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG9298-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/...836121_Hxspnmh http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG8186-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG7293-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG9380-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/...MG876456-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG8217-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG8444-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG8570-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG8606-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG9253-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG8543-M.jpg
2011-11-04, 02:07 PM
steve1840

Nice set of shots Fred. She is certainly going to make a good gate guard up in Bethpage.
2011-11-04, 08:13 PM
gonzalu

Fred the fisheye shot is priceless!!
2011-11-06, 07:29 PM
moose135

A little birdie told me that N726CK, the Kalitta 727, had some new colors, and would be in town today. I needed to be in the area this morning, so I caught their arrival.

http://www.moose135photography.com/A...26CK002-XL.jpg
2011-11-06, 10:43 PM
Derf

Nice colors...Nice catch moose!
2011-11-06, 11:17 PM
gonzalu

Very Nice Moose!!
2011-11-07, 12:00 AM
Derf

Here are a few more recient shots I took of N707JT

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2202-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/...MG209012-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2735-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/...MG260012-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/...IMG2755b-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2170-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2339-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG4059-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2570-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG4113-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2188-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2157-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2240-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2285-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2290-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/...IMG2221b-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2953-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2177-L.jpg
2011-11-07, 12:01 AM
Derf

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2159-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2753-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2956-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2255-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2733-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2155-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/...MG209678-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2921-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG1686-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG1924-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/...IMG2171b-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2173-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2178-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2250-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2253-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2236-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2268-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2280-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/.../IMG2346-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/...IMG2747b-L.jpg
2011-11-12, 04:47 PM
LGA777

Surprised so quick but the episode of Pan Am filmed with N707JT at FRG is already airing this Sunday night 11-13-2011 at 2200 on ABC-TV, here is a brief description of the episode.

A wealthy passenger charms the stewardesses on a flight to Caracas; when a passenger has a heart attack, the only hope of saving him is to land in turmoil-stricken Haiti.
2011-11-12, 07:29 PM
Gerard

Around 3:30 a Falcon 2000, N255QS, was rolling on One Nine to depart when they had to abort the takeoff about halfway down. I wasnt in the car but watching by the green fence by Dave & Busters so i didnt have my scanner. They taxied back to the Atlantic ramp where they remained at idle and the FRG Ops Truck met them. I believe it was a bird strike as Tower was telling
departures of "bird activity" in the area.
2011-11-12, 08:17 PM
gonzalu

Fred, GREAT set!! Wow!
2011-11-17, 11:18 AM
mirrodie

Oh boy, I finally get to post something before anyone else!! So excited.

A pair of Superhornets just arrived at FRG. They flew over me at 10:10, low pass over the airport, gear up, no flaps.

Turned right and looped around again. Full flaps gear extended.
2011-11-17, 11:23 AM
Chris S

2 Super Hornets or 2 Growlers ?? :wink:
2011-11-17, 12:38 PM
mirrodie

....probably what HE said ^^ :cool:

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