[Allan_L (Allan)]

We recently did the traditional retiree thing of the Lap of Australia in a Camper. Did not book anywhere, just took our chances on getting accommodation when we got where-ever.

As we approached Darwin, we met hoards of Grey Nomads heading south.
They told us we did not stand a chance a getting into a van park in Darwin without being booked. The first three places confirmed this, but we continued on with hope.

The fourth place had plenty of space, and good amenities and were cheaper than the others, bargain!

Then after we set up camp, we found out why.
The van park was situated right at the end of the main runway in Darwin airport.
AND
This week the RAAF was hosting the US Air Force for war games over Darwin.
Did I say LOUD

anyway, got some decent shots of them taking off.

This one was not one of the loudest but it has a nice jet trail
(might put some of the others up in the rejects thread later)

Thanks for looking

Allan