Yes,David a very sad day when the F1-11 leaves our skies for good,Stephen has captured a fine profile,as he was side on in one of the photos.
It is quite a remarkable aircraft,it may be old,but it has capabilities many modern war planes do not have.But at close to 40 years old.fatigue of metal and all the materials,that make up the parts of the aircraft just get to old to keep air worthy.
The 'new' hornet,as Ron says is just a another left over from America.It is really a shame that the air force is not getting the F22 'Raptor',if you have seen this aircraft,it would be a worthy replacement for the F1-11,the aircraft that is suppose to replace it will not be here for a while.Apparently It is not highly thought off by anyone at all .and it appears we bought it because of politics etc.the 'new' hornet is just a 'stop gap measure'.and looking at it,a rather ugly one.
Stephen's picture of the F1-11,is well done,and a photo of flying history.Not sure but it may be the last fly over of Brisbane.I hope I am wrong,But the tide is almost gone for her.
