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3 February 2012 The date for the next reunion is 12-14th October 2012, paperwork will be mailed out with the next Flashpoint, this is due from the printers anytime now.
Gordon Smith gordonrafboy@aol.com Association Chairman |
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3 February 2012 Now in contact with Davy Thompson, a mate from Machrihanish 1977. Looking forward to a few beers. One left! George Brown GSM, ex Machrihanish, West Drayton, Jeddah. Originally from Ardrosson. Spoke to Smeash at Glasgow Airport who's filled in some gaps, thanks.
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1 February 2012 Just discovered this site. I enlisted in the RAF in 1955 and served until 1985 at the following Fire Sections: 1956-58 - RAF Butterworth 1958-60 - RAF Martlesham Heath 1960-63 - RAF Butterworth 1963-64 - RAF(H) Nocton Hall 1964-66 - RAF Khormaksar (up country) 1966-67 - RAF Finningley 1967-70 - Episkopi (112 SAM Sqn) 1970-73 - RAF Biggin Hill 1973-76 - RAF Saxa Vord 1976-77 - RAF Rudloe Manor 1977-80 - RAF Kinloss 1980-81 - RAF Careers Information Ilford 1981-84 - Retrained as MT Tech due to hearing posted to RAF Odiham Retired Feb 1985
John Walker jwalkerbab@yahoo.co.uk
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30 January 2012 Hello all you ‘Water Babies’ Just to inform you that the spring edition of Flashpoint is now at the printers. Thanks to all who sent in contributions. As ever George and I are already working on the summer edition and again we are asking for any stories, anecdotes. Don’t forget it is your magazine and we need your contributions. In the spring issue we are trying out a couple of columns: ‘Desert Islands Discs’ were we are asking for your favourite 3 records and the memories that they bring back from your RAF days. Also we were asked to do a ‘Where are they now’ column for those members who do not have the internet to search for them and other members who have could always help. One more is ‘Recommended Books’ mainly books with a military slant but if you have book you wish to rave about let us know. Steve Harrison & George Edwards, co-editors Flashpoint |
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30 January 2012 I am trying to make contact with an ex RAF Fireman by the name of Joe Labouchardiere. We met at Sutton Hull in 1958 and we were both posted from Sutton to RAF Duren Germany and then to RAF St Mawgan. We arrived at Duren on the 5 November 1958 along with Johnny Bleakley who I think came from the Manchester area. At the section when we arrived were Jock Thompson Ralph Coomes and Sgt Bill Slattery. Duren was a cushy posting no flying just a large bomb dump supplying the whole of 2nd TAF. At first my friend Joe and I didn’t get on well he didn’t like being in the same billet as me and complained about the racket I used to make when I returned from the NAAFI after consuming a few beers. We really were two opposites he was an Anglo Indian and a Roman Catholic I was a Northern Island Protestant from the Shankill Road Belfast. However after many hours spent lying on our pits talking Joe and I became good friends. I remember telling Joe that when I travelled to school I had to run through two very un friendly areas of Belfast. Joe said when he travelled to and from school he walked past the Taj Mahal Palace. Yes Joe and I had some great times together. However Joe married a German girl by the name of Rose Marie Peters; I was best man at Joe’s wedding and he was best man at my wedding. If any one has any gen on him I would be grateful to hear from you Jimmy Newell 1 HEOL ISAF BRYN MAWR Gwent NP 23 4TL
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26 January 2012 On the OLDIES section are 2 pictures of a WoT1 with a Somerset registration and i wondered if anyone had any information as to where they were taken (my thoughts are Yeovil airfield), or who supplied the pictures. The photos are,10th line from the top, the right hand picture, and 14th line from the top, left hand picture. They appear to be the same vehicle taken from different angles. Thank you.
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25 January 2012 Would all members please check that their membership subscription is up to date, if you are unsure please contact the membership Secretary or the Treasurer. Your help in this matter is appreciated.
Association Chairman |
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24 January 2012 Trying to get in touch with Andy Morrison and Martin (bucket) bailey. e-mail or call on 07538126734
Tim "Brooksy" Brooks t.brooks@bladegroup.co.uk |
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22 January 2012 The Flashpoint editorial team we are looking to include an article on RAF West Kirkby in the next edition of Flashpoint if any member has any interesting stories or information about this base please send them to George Edwards: george.edwards46@virgin.net
George Edwards george.edwards46@virgin.net
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31 December 2011 Good evening all, Hope you are all keeping fit and well, and had a very good Christmas. If you are in at your local newsagents at any time, try and get a look at the newly issued RAF Review Nagazine 2012, it's a bit pricey at £4.99, but it's got a brilliant article on page 86 about WO Steve Bowden, and well worth buying for that alone lots of other interesting reports as well). Steve has done our old trade group proud. All the very best for the New Year and hope to see you all again soon.
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17 December 2011 Wishing all the association members and all who view this site all the best for the festive season and a happy new year for 2012. We are looking forward to seeing you at the 2012 AGM and reunion in Oct, details will be out in January
Association Chairman
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25 November 2011
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24 November 2011 Job opportunity with BEA Systems in Saudi Arabia. Please read attached document for details of an attractive employment opportunity.
Adrian Tearle adrian.tearle2@baesystems.com |
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For the information on John Hanley's funeral please see the link posted on the Obituaries Page. Many thanks.
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16 November 2011 Great site which has brought back some good memories of my time from 1980 to 1986, from Newton, Ascension, Belize and finally Waddington.
Martin Turner martturner62@yahoo.co.uk |
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15 November 2011 In memory of John Hanley I would just like to add my respects to John Hanley. A true one off who will be sorely missed. Deepest sympathies to the family.
Rest in Peace
Archie Carter archie.carter@btinternet.com |
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14 November 2011 I am trying to get any information about the RAF firefighting school at Hull in the second WW my father was there from 1943-1945 i have several photos of staff ECT if anyone is interested
Peter Rout petjan56@yahoo.co.uk From webmaster: Thanks for that Peter, we'd love to have your pictures for the Sutton on Hull section, please send to webmaster@whitbygolfclub.co.uk. For your own info, check out this web site http://www.17balloons.co.uk/pages/page-16.html
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12 November 2011 Spent a great evening looking up old names and boring my family with old stories!! Great to see this site going strong. Would love to hear from ex colleagues
Liegh "Corky" Corke blues65@sky.com
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7 November 2011 Attention all ex RAF El Adem firefighters 1962/63. Possible reunion in Buxton next April, contacts already being received. For further details ring Dave (Taff) Austin on 01978 710678 or email DvAust@aol.com.
Dave (Taff) Austin DvAust@aol.com |
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4 November 2011 Seeking ex RAF Firefighter Stanley Derick Raymond Oakley. Joined the Service in 1950’s, left early 1970’s, served at Akrotiri and Henlow. Any information contact Paul Oakley Oakley_31thepines@hotmail.com
Paul Oakley Oakley_31thepines@hotmail.com |
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31 October 2011
Will any ex
association members who have Flashpoint come
through their letterbox please inform the
association chairman so we can remove you from
the mailing list. Your help with this matter is
appreciated. Gordon Smith Chairman
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29 October 2011 Any one who knew me just a small message I am retiring on the 1st November, send us a mail back Mr Broadbent Mick "Chirpy" Chapman mchapman.chapman@btinternet.com
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27 October 2011 I am looking for the new address for William Bill Lorrimer, who has moved from Scotland to Northumberland, so I can mail his Flashpoint. Email address to Gordonrafboy@aol.com
Gordon Smith Chairman
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25 October 2011 Hi to flashpoint supporters. I am coming back to life as hard as it is, happy memories with you all keep me going. see you all soon and i will dig out Changi memories. thanks to Pauline and Ben for being there through my hard times. its a rough road at the moment but I'm still here, lots of love jean and family Jean Friel frieldnsfrl@aol.com |
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17 October 2011 Hi all, good to see some familiar faces and old friends around. Great work on the site.living over in Nova Scotia, Canada and working offshore as a Safety Advisor. look forward to hearing from you all - take care and best wishes Ewan "Rab C" McArthur mcarthurewan@gmail.com |
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14 October 2011 A vacancy for the position as a Fire-fighter as arisen at Colerne Airfield Wiltshire. If any one is intrested in applying for this position Please go to Babcock Group Website.Closing date 11 November 2011.
Chris Wilson 1EFTS-BUAS-Fire Station Mngr (Wilson Christopher Sub Off) chriswilson@lyneham.raf.mod.uk |
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8 October 2011 Help Required. For the next (Winter) edition of Flashpoint there is to be a tribute to the Harrier. In April,1965 at RAF West Raynham a Kestrel crashed. Was any Association member on crash duty at the time? If so I would like to obtain a story of the incident from you.
Steve Harrison
Steve Harrison silverfoxy2k@hotmail.com
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28 September 2011 Hi,
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23 September 2011 Just let friends know that email address had to change due hotmail address cheers Bobbeing hacked
Bob Ewing bobe241@hotmail.co.uk |
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21 September 2011 Just came on this site; have served Binbrook, Coningsby, Waddington, Falklands & Belize. Recognise some old friends on this site. Served from 1976 to 1987 ps hi Smudge please contact me if u know me great site :-)
Frank Porter frankporter1959@yahoo.co.uk |
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18 September 2011 Hi folks,
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14 September 2011 My wife is still in contact with jean Friel, after the sad death of Roy, more misery for jean, she has been told she has cancer and is now in hospital having an operation. My wife Pauline called the hospital this evening and they said jean was comfortable. Haul away lads and give jean our support. ciao , Ben Zacc benzacc73@btinternet.com |
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13 September 2011 Looking for 70's dance sensation Dave Thompson. Ford Cortina MK3, 8track etc .Block 12, 1977-79 Machrihanish.
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13 September 2011 Just nosing around on the 'net and found the site. Great work. So sad to hear the news of John Arnolds passing. He was my first boss at Brize in '83 and a top bloke. My sympathies to his family. My regards to all who know me.
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13 September 2011
Just been informed that the government is withdrawing the
subsidy from National Coaches at the end of October, prices will
rise by 50% any member intending to use National coaches to
attend the Remembrance Parade in November would be advised to
buy their tickets before October 31st |
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11 September 2011
Great site.....I am an ex airport fireman at Teesside Airport,
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7 September 2011 The funeral for ex RAF Fire Service Cpl Pete Bolland will take place on Friday the 16 September at Mansfield Crematorium at 15.15 hrs. No flowers has been requested by the family. Pete passed away in the early hours of Saturday the 3rd. I served with Pete at RAF Coningsby, Pete also served at RAF Cranwell, RAF Bawdsey Manor and in Germany. Any RAF Firefighters who remember Pete please if you can attend to pay your respects to a great fellow firefighter. God bless you Pete.
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1 September 2011
Fantastic Site and recognize some familiar names. Seeing myself
in the Falkland Pictures brings back some cherished memories....
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1 September 2011
There is to be a sunset parade at Wootton Bassett Wednesday 31
August 2011, it is to commemorate the efforts made by the good
people of Wiltshire in bringing home our lads & lasses after
they have paid the ultimate price in order that we may live our
lives the way we do. The union flag will be lowered after a
couple of speeches from the mayor and the like and will finally
be lowered around 7:50 PM, before it makes its way to
Oxfordshire. All are welcome!!!! |
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23 August 2011
Our thoughts, as i am sure go to the wife of RED 4 and the
selfish act that Jon took in saving the local populace and
buildings a true hero in my book |
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21 August 2011
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7 August 2011 Just came across this site. Served In Salalah 1966 - 1967. Friends with Paddy Mongey RAF Fireman. Does anyone know what happened to him as I lost contact with him. Great site Best wishes Stewart Harrison SRH30232@gmail.com
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1 August 2011 Query Re: John Sweeney[memb.no.293], Is this Jock Sweeney ex-R.A.F. Bassingbourn 67/69, if so please do make contact. I misplaced your tel no., refound it but no luck making contact, no longer in use. I owe you a big apology and explanation, I have some other contacts that may interest you. Cheers , Les Herbert. PS Anyone know the whereabouts of Keith Knight {Scouse], ex- Fairford + Bruggen 1968/73?
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28 July 2011 If you require a contact for Saudi Arabia I
will be more than willing to help Rick "Lurch" Armstrong rwj_armstrong@yahoo.com.au |
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23 July 2011 No RAF Gütersloh in memory section Michael "Hicko" Hicks mick5x@bigpond.com Reply from webmaster: Please let me have your memories Michael and I'll gladly post them in Gutersloh slot |
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21 July 2011 My father, Walter (Wal) Lilley, sadly passed
away a couple of years ago. He served in the Fire Section from
the early 50's until 1967. Places he was stationed at included:
Sandwich, Tangmere, Thorney Island, Sharjah, St Mawgan, with
North Front Gibraltar being his final posting. I suspect a
number of his peers are no longer with us, but it would be
greatly appreciated if anyone who knew him could get in contact
- I would particularly love to see any photographs in which he
appeared. Thank you. Mel Lilley mel_lilley2005@yahoo.co.uk |
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12 July 2011 Hi all, Just a quick note to say thank you to all the lads down in Royal Wootten Bassett today for Scott McLaren's repatriation who made me feel welcome. I (and a colleague) turned up in Essex Fire Service uniform and was approached by one of the members, when it came apparent that I had been in the RAF Fire Service we had a good old chat and the association members asked if we would stand with them. We had a good old exchange of stories, I got told to pull my thumb out and join this association, all saluted as the coffin went past and then went on our way. We were made to feel welcome by all. I must admit, I didn't know about this site, I will now be visiting it a lot more. Dan Kirk RAF Fire Service 1999-2005 Dan Kirk dan.kirk@sky.com
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9 July 2011 Hi there Mr Flameouts here I am an old crash bay singer from way back (Taff Evans) or Bluey to some - visit my YouTube site for some old songs, I am 72 now so don't expect too much the echo is not as good as the crash bays at FTS Swinderby 58 or Gaydon, Edinburgh Field, Tawau Borneo, Tern Hill. Living in Oz since 1970 after serving 12 year stint, really like your pages and I always check in. Any boys about that were with me at the Vulcan crash at Syerston Sept 20th 1958 (Air Show) would be nice to hear from you - there is a good film clip on YouTube you should have a look at it. Check out my songs I need numbers. Cheers Boys, Taffyboy
Allan "Taff" Evans taffyboy@adam.com.au |
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5 July 2011 Fire
Section Norman Fowles yvonne.norman@hotmail.co.uk |
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30 June 2011 Is there any members that knows the whereabouts of Neil Morrell that has just come back to UK, can they get him to contact Gordon Ayles on the numbers below please Gordon
Ayles Gordon Ayles gordon.ayles@rdash.nhs.uk |
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29 June 2011 Anyone interested in a TACR2 in good running order? I haven't got time to enjoy it. Stored in a barn in Beaulieu, Hants Contact:
David Hughes david.hughes939@yahoo.com |
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27 June 2011
To The Chairman and Secretary,
These mandarins who have decreed this order should
hang their heads in shame.
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25 June 2011 Could do with a chat about old times any Sutton on hull men left?
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25 June 2011
To John Struggles'
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25 June 2011 1959/1968.raf gutersloh.60/62.cotesmore.62/65.el adem.65/67.plus other places.any of tou old smokies left.??
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7 June 2011 Thank you to Ron Brown for the photo of the air crash at Tengah 8/7/1957... I was at school at Tengah that day and witnessed the whole accident.. it remains in my memory forever.. penny
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7 June 2011 Not been on the website for a while but great to see some old names. Been out of the Service since 2004 can't believe how time has flown. Sad to read about the death of Les Chapman, he was a character. I arrived at RAF Upavon in 1981 as a young LAC and Les was a long serving SAC. He knew every trick in the book!!! Those who served with us at that time will know what I mean. He fixed everybody's car in the crash bays :-). I have fond memories of sitting for long hours in the field at Depford Down and eating the ""fry ups"" that Les produced. Les was also responsible for my first car purchase - a white triumph dolomite that carried 11 people around the camp one night. You could get away with it in those days. Finally, this memory always makes me smile - Les working in the bays all night to repair the MK 8 wheel arch after ripping the gate post out passing the guardroom. I never laughed so much, the welding gear was out and there was no evidence in the morning to the anger of the orderly sergeant. He was fuming that Les could do that. His words were ""you bloody well can't do that :-("" - well it was too late!!!! RIP Les you looked after me when I was wet behind the ears.
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25 May 2011 Looking for Fire Section members who were at MPA Fire Section when RAF Stanley closed and moved up to MPA in 1986 for possible reunion in 2012, please contact Gordon Smudge Smith at Gordonrafboy@aol.com
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25 May 2011 Hello all, please feel to contact me either by mail or facebook.
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24 May 2011 Looking for the following who were at RAF Port Stanley Fire Section in 1986. Fred Woods, Paul Steel, Eddie Calvert, Andy Philips, Phil Digger Barnes, Liam Rippon, Chris Rickard, Jim Barrow, Igor Ingram.
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14 May 2011 Anyone out there remember me, I was at Abingdon from 1968-1971
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9 May 2011
To
all members, with the last issue of Flashpoint a
voting slip was enclosed ref to Reunions ie to keep
at the present two a year or to reduce the Reunions
to one a year, at this present time out of 500 plus
voting slips that were sent out only a 100 have been
returned, the cut of date is the end of this month.
For those members who have not yet sent their slip
in can you please fill them in and send them to the
Chairman Gordon Smith ASAP
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29April 2011 Hi to all. I have just received a letter to day, from a old flame, that a number of people are looking for me. ref message left 25 August 2009, 15 September2010 & 20 September 2010. My mobile number is 07713627848. Would Simon Farmer Ex RAF police & Lin please call me. If any one else wants to chat it would be nice to chat to you as well. Thanks, Chris R Barker
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25April 2011 Hi does anyone remember Taff Jones and Andy from the Fire Section RAF Nocton Hall 1966 and know how to contact them they were at my wedding Dec 1966
Sue
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23April 2011 Thank you for another good flashpoint always good to read and remember. I was sad to hear of the death of alec Bramley. He was my F/Sgt at RAF Brawdy 1977,until the arrival of J F Knight. Anyway would any members in south Wales be interested in attending a carnival and armed forces event in Aberdare, the weekend after armed forces day? if so please contact me on 07746568444.or my home nos. If you have a vintage or in service fire truck you will be more than welcome. Also you can contact me on my facebook wall. Best wishes.
Ejan.
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23April 2011
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15 April 2011 The latest edition of Flashpoint, the Association magazine is in the post along with the details for the next reunion, any member who does not receive it by the end of the month please contact the membership secretary to confirm your membership status. Gordon Smith Chairman |
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3 April 2011 Hi All, just noticed my old email address is on the site if anyone wants to get in touch I'm on eddiebell792@hotmail.co.uk
Eddy Bell eddiebell792@hotmail.co.uk
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3 April 2011 Still No 1 site, always getting better, I always have great memories looking through the good times we enjoyed, keep it up, John I.
John Irwin jonnyirwin@live.co.uk
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21 March 2011 Just like to thank every one who welcomed me and the wife at our first reunion and hopefully see you at the next one
Ian "Taff" Birkin taffbirkin@hotmail.co.uk |
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17 March 2011 Just joined, hope to make contact with old mates.
Hemswell, Catterick, Bassingbourne, Fairford, 1966-1970. Also N.A.A.F.I.
Germany 1971-1974. Les "Scouse" Herbert lesherbert49@blueyonder.co.uk |
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21 February 2011 Hi
everyone who knows me served @ Coningsby Waddington Swinderby Bruggen
between 1980-1992 Stephen "Jacko" Jackson stephen@sjackson88.fsnet.co.uk |
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20 February 2011 Hi I would like to remind any members visiting the
Site that Subscriptions for Financial Year 2010/11 were due on the 1st Sept
2010,There are a lot of members in arrears at this time who are receiving
Flashpoint, which THEY have not paid for. If you are not sure on your
payment status email, or call me or the treasurer our Regards John Hanley |
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19 February 2011
Hi to all asbestos aces. I am looking for assistance in contacting the following Association Members:
Regards John Hanley |
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19 February 2011 Many thanks for the support with a proud farewell to Roy Friel at his Funeral on 10th February. Seeing the Standard flag and faces from RAF & Defence fire services association done him proud and eased the pain in the family to know the RAF family ROY brought his own family up with was there to support us and his friends on the most difficult and saddest day of our lives. He passed away on the 31st January 2011 after a long illness. R.I.P x x
Jean Friel frieldnsfrl@aol.com |
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17 February 2011 Chick Bebb started my nickname at Gaydon after I did a tour in Australia (now my home) Fantastic site really enjoy it! Will look up my old pics regards to you all
Allan "Bluey" Evans taffyboy@adam.com.au
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16 February 2011 (For Brian Bailey) Hi Brian,
Neil "Gurney" Slade neil_jan@tiscali.co.uk |
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16 February 2011 Roy Friel passed away 31/01/2011. His funeral was 10/02/2011, it was nice to see some of our members attending. I am going to miss him at our reunions!!!
Ben "Zacc" Zaccardelli benzacc73@btinternet.com |
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8 February 2011 I am looking for David Lambourne who served with me at Masirah 1972
Brian "Bill" Bailey bailey429@hotmail.com
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8 February 2011 Would like to make contact with old friends/mates Eddie
Eddie Lynagh elynagh@aol.com |
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6 February 2011 Hi Guys, Have just renewed my membership after not being well for some time, but am now reasonably fit and well . Have been in touch with old colleagues and have been keeping myself up to date with our site. Regards to all who remember me. Its a great site
Alan Wardle BEM alan@wardles.org |
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31 January 2011 So sorry to read about Baz Bennett. He told us to paint our rubbish bins green so the Russians could not find us. He will be sadly missed.
Pip Piper lynneandpip@tiscali.co.uk |
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16 January 2011 Appeal for names: Please look at this pic in Finningley section http://www.rafanddfsa.co.uk/Fin1.jpg and let us know who the footballers are.
George "Scouse" Edwards george.edwards46@virgin.net |
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16 January 2011 Great site would like to become member
Ian "Taff" Birkin taffbirkin@hotmail.co.uk |
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11 January 2011 So sorry to read of Bazs death. Served with him at Marham in the late seventies, a true gentleman who will be sadly missed.
John Stott mansfarm@tiscali.co.uk |
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8 January 2011 Just found site and seen a few names i know would like too catch up with any one who knows me from Brize Cranwell, Swinderby, Northcoates Ian "Taff" Birkin taffbirkin@hotmail.co.uk
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8 January 2011 Are there any members who served on HM The Queens Flight Helicopter Support Unit. Please get in touch and if you have any pics of the Bedford RL made by Marshalls of Cambridge. Cheers Neil Neil "Gurney" Slade neil_jan@tiscali.co.uk |
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23 December 2010 Would all Association members please ensure that the address logged with the Membership Secretary is current and correct. This request is due to the number of posted items, Flashpoint etc. being returned due to "Not Known at this address". Many thanks all the best for 2011
Gordon Smith Chairman |
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22 December 2010 So Sorry to hear that Baz Bennett has passed away, I had the honour of working with him for over 5 years at Marham, and I fondly remember the laughs both on and off duty that we all had, please accept both myself and Stew bell's condolences at this very sad time. Richard "Trotsky" Czykita Trotsky@live.co.uk |
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19 December 2010 Sorry to hear of the passing of Bas Bennet. He was on my crew for a period of time at RAF Marham, there was no doubt that he was a true character and I remember a lot of laughs with him. Liz my wife and I send our condolences to Anne. Stephen Harrison silverfoxy2k@hotmail.com |
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18 December 2010 So sad to hear of the loss of Baz Bennet. Remember him giving a lesson on charging the 45Kg BCF. He refilled it and said that's how you do it lads. Well me being a joker kept making a hissing noise and Baz thought there was a leak bless him, took ages before he realised it was me. He saw the funny side. Rest in peace mate.
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16 December 2010
I am writing a story recalling the crash of
Harrier XZ992 which happened while I was on duty 29th Nov 1984
while at RAF Stanley. Although I can recall most of the incident
from my perspective I would like any of my lads on the crew at
the time to contact me with any info.
Hope you can help, Thanks Stephen Harrison silverfoxy2k@hotmail.com |
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16 December 2010 Good photos for the Autumn 2010 edition. I dont remember having a six pack like those young firefighters, maybe as I look down the muscles I had have now sadly slipped. Any old Brize Norton boys from 1973 to 1977 where are you all ? Tony "Pug" Humphries tonyhumph@hotmail.co.uk |
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7 December 2010 Dear Sirs, Following a recent enquiry I
placed with you seeking contact info on 2 Fire Service lads who
served with us on RAF Masirah in 1971/1972, namely Bob Brierley and
Colin Murphy, may I just say thank you to all who replied to my
enquiry. jvnugent@gmail.com |
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30 November 2010 Can anyone help me out by contacting Graham Bebbington and kindly ask him to give me a call or drop me a text. I have stupidly wiped all my contacts off my mobile while setting up a new phone. Great site by the way, keep up the good work. Regards to all who know me.
Mark "Geordie" Wilson markwil@live.co.uk |
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22 November 2010 A big thanks to
Ron Brown again, for organising the associations participation
in this years remembrance day parade at the cenotaph in London
To those members that have never been on the Parade- You just
don't know what you're missing. Ron Does a great job and the
sound of Mike Clapton's rich Gloustershire accent echoing down
Whitehall will be hard to forget. But listen......We were
outnumbered by Snowdrops and Rocks!! Come on lads; lets make it
100% next year. It's like sex...Once you've done it you will
want to go back for more! Brian Ford brian@btfsafety.co.uk |
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20 November 2010 I have just viewed the site found it very interesting ex RAF Fireman served 59/64 at Bridgenorth, Sutton On Hull, Catterick, Stafford, El Adem (worked on TEARS) & Leconfield. Pleased to hear from anyone who know me John "The Admiral" Fleet francis.fleet@sky.com
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19 November 2010 Dear Sirs, We are a group of 22 airmen who
served together in RAF Masirah in 1971/1972 who have recently got
back in touch with each other with a view to meeting up sometime
late next year or early 2012. jvnugent@gmail.com
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19 November 2010 Trying to find old mates from the RAF Fire Service who would have known me as Stan, joined in 1969 and left in 1993. Was stationed at Scampton (twice), Waddington, Saxa Vord, Tongeron, Biggin Hill, Hereford. it would nice to hear from old friends and maybe meet up. regards Graham "Stan" Mellor g.mellor421@btinternet.com |
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16 November 2010 So very sorry to hear of the passing of John Arnold. He was a great boss down Port Stanley. Gave us all a laugh, many happy and fond memories. Rest in peace John. Paul "Reg" Metcalf advisorp@btinternet.com |
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8 November 2010 Just been given this site I served
on the crash rescue 1956/58 RAF Nicosia Ernest Haynes ernest.haynes@btinternet.com
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8 November 2010 Just scrolling through the
obituaries and read of Tom Turners passing. Tom was an Old SAC who I
remember from my time at Oakington as a shiny bright new LAC and being
taken under his wing. A big man in lots of ways and its upsetting to
note he passed away without family. Archie Carter acarter@cranwell.raf.mod.uk
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8 November 2010 Dear Sirs David Reynolds davidreynolds87@blueyonder.co.uk |
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6 November 2010 Graeme Bennett, Andy Forsyth, where are you??
Gary Bishop 34.wm.green@essex-fire.gov.uk
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2 November 2010
To Whom It May Concern, I am a retired member of the 106th New York Air National Guard Crash Fire Rescue in the United States and while doing some research on a model aircraft a Hawker Hurricane from a Squadron that no longer exists I thought to see what type of equipment the RAF Fire Service uses. So I pulled up your site and found it to be very informative and well done. Keep up the good work. Sincerely, James W.Gledhill Tsgt. Retired
United States Air Force
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30 October 2010 Would any member wishing to attend this years parade at the Cenotaph on Sunday 14th November please send a SAE ASAP I still have a small number of tickets available, address is in Flashpoint. Ron Brown Parade Organiser
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28 October 2010 Hi. I am Roger (Grahams son). I am trying to find any fire
rescue crew who were based at RAF Watton between 1953 and 1956 who might
remember my father Graham (BILL) Woolley, a butchers son from Ashbourne
Derbyshire. Roger Woolley roj.uk@mac.com |
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28 October 2010
I have just attended my first reunion at the Leicester Marriot and I would like to send my thanks to all the organisers for all the hard work in arranging this event. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the day and look forward to the next one. Many thanks Phil
Phil "Whiskers" Cowley philthewhisker@btinternet.com |
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23 October 2010
Could someone please let me know the whereabouts of C
Thistlewood a member of the association.
John Hanley john.hanley13@ntlworld.com
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23 October 2010 Looking for last known whereabouts of Ken Devine,
RAF KHORMAKSAR AND UP COUNTRY AT ATAQ 1961/62 Martin "Mick" Smith smithmartin23@sky.com
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20 October 2010 WO Jim Barron Hi, I have only found out about Jims death on my birthday 13.10.10. I played cricket with Jim at St Ives in Cambs in the 80s we had some great times around the cricket team Me Tricky, Parcel, Hedley, Cause,r Don Jamesy, Errington and many more.We had a few tours and so many memories. His first Century at St Ives he was so proud his dad was there to see it he told me after the game I looked who was in next and saw Tricky and he said no I will stay,I had a certificate made for him celebrating his maiden century he loved it. Me and Parcell went to watch play at Ramsey and stayed on for a drink with him and Jim thought he could stay with Tricky and Parcell and he tried but we escorted him home leant him up against his door and knocked and left him the door opened and Jim fell in he did tell us he was in trouble.
When he was in the middle of the Atlantic Islands on duty we sent him a Certificate to be Godfather of my Daughter Ellie, who he saw a couple of years later he tried to pick off what he thought was a bit of chocolate which was a spot she did cry.
There are so many nice things I could say about Jim and there so many people who knew him could say it would be never ending. My final thoughts are for Jackie and Jims Family it will be great miss for them and his many many friends.
Many thanks if you print this on his page.
Best regards Ken Trick
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20 October 2010 Looking for Mel Wilshire last known at ystrad south
wales, we where at Ta qali Malta early 60s Derek "Archie" Moore archiemoore1@hotmail.com
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20 October 2010 Hi there nice site.
Phillip Kewley filqlee@gmail.com
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20 October 2010 remember me, yrs 1956-1968.RAFManby,Strubby. now in Canada.
Bob "Bex" Bissell b.1938@live.ca
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20 October 2010 Hi to all,
Tony La-Planche lala74@hotmail.co.uk |
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29 September 2010 Just come across website and seen a few names i know
Richard "Cookie" Cook richardcook47@hotmail.com
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25 September 2010 So Sorry to hear about John Young's wife! Please pass on both myself and Stew Bell's deepest condolences, our thoughts are with him at this sad time
Richard "Trotsky" Czykita trotsky@live.co.uk |
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20 September 2010 Following my request for any info. on Chris Barker I saw a picture of an old friend, Phil Evans at Chivenor in 1989 along with the following guys.
Ian Baker, Gil Weeks, Andy Barnes, Mick Jones,
Jimmy Dunn, Dave Hales, Phil Evans Front Row: Karl Crocker, Eddie Donnelly, Simon George, Mark Jones, Martin Hollyman
Lyn libraspa@aol.com
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18 September 2010 Just to say hello to those i knew at Wyton and Catterick
in the late 70s early 80s if anyone would like to get in touch i would love
to hear from you. Trevor "Willie" Wilson wilsont52@hotmail.co.uk |
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17 September 2010 Please get in touch if you know me Keith Gibson kandhgibson@virginmedia.com |
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15 September 2010 Anyone know of the whereabouts of Chris Barker. I know
him at RAF Northolt around 1982-3(?) Lyn libraspa@aol.com |
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7 September 2010 Would like to hear from anyone who remembers me. Served 1966-75. Hemswell, Catterick, Saint Morgan, Hamala, West Drayton, Gibraltar and Brize Norton. Rodney Webb rgwebb105@btinternet.com
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2 September 2010 Hi, as an ex techy I enjoyed your site thanks. Noticed the Wildenrath memories section had a pic called Tornado prang ,89. Here's the story! I recall being on a VC ten waiting on hold at the end of the runway for GT (one our 20 Sqn Tornados) to land before we could go for a 2 week holiday to Goose bay. However just before touch down there was a spurious input to the tailerons and the aircraft landed on its nose wheels! Both wheels shot of in different directions as the axles snapped, and the aircraft pogo'd down the runway on the nose leg until it folded back, and the aircraft skidded down the runway on its nose belly and main wheels. when it stopped the canopy went up and the growbags exited the cockpit faster than the wheels exited the nose gear! Needless to say, we all had a lovely night in the transit block and went nowhere that day! 20 Sqn were based at Wildenrath at that time as Laarbruch runway was being redone over 4 months. It was in march 1987 I seem to recall, 2 months before my return to Halton for further brain washing. I recall the front of VC10, occupied with 20 Sqn aircrew was very quiet while the back half with the ground crew was later interviewed to find out who cheered and laughed! Hope that's been of use! Mike Preston, ex RAF rigger, now Air New Zealand spanner monkey many miles from Wildenrath. Mike Preston michaelpreston64@gmail.com Thanks for that Mike J
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27 August 2010 Many memories of my days with the RAF Fire Service.
Joined in 89 and left for sunny Florida in 2000. Coltishall, Saxa Vord &
Northolt. Lee "Elsie" Edmonds elsiefire@gmail.com |
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26 August 2010 Time getting on. Lots of guys still not listed. Would love to hear from anyone who did Catterick 77,around Oct-Dec during fire strike, Machrihanish 77-79,Wittering 79-80,RAFASU 80-81,Akrotiri 81-84, Marham 84,Jeddah, KAIA 85-86,and anyone ex Dallah Fasco or Wackenhut KSA. Alisdair Stewart albotross@hotmail.co.uk |
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20 August 2010 I have just been reading the latest mag and saw the photo sent in by spike lynch of fire crew at RAF Alhorn2nd taf I was there in 58 until 61 It brought back some good memories I will try and find some photos to send Cheers R C Keep up the good work
Roy Catlow rj.cats@talktalk.net
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9 August 2010 I am looking for the following who all served at Fire section RAF Coningsby late 70's early 80's can you help. Alan Kaye, Trevor Line, Jim O'Hara, Tony Watts, Stevie Webster, Chris Pownell, Mick King, Derry Dune, Ray Hunt, Larry Dunnit, Andy Waterworth, Jimmy George, Frank Porter, Alan Stamp Any information on any of the above please email the Association Chairman Gordon Smith.
Gordon Smith
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24 July 2010 I would like to contact Bob [Gus] Guscott; I've mislaid your email address hope to get in contact again. Keith "Bart" Simpson geordie_simpson@tiscali.co.uk
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15 July 2010 Posted to Butterworth Malaysia Between 1967 and 1971 with the RAAF loved every moment. RAF fire crew taught me everything. Great website.
Gary "Gaza" Haseldine gary@garyhaseldine.com |
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5 July 2010 Greetings Can any member recall a Meteor Crash landing at RAF Kenley in 1956? Any detail would be gratefully received. Thanks
Ray Hooton ray.hooton@ntlworld.com
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27 June 2010 Looking to find out were Tommy Farrell lives. If you're reading this Tommy, please get in touch with......
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4 June 2010 I would like to inform members that there are two jobs going in fire safety in hospitals; they are in the Scunthorpe / Grimsby area. I have been informed that anybody looking for a job keep looking on the NHS Job site, where they will be posted in the near future of any other information you can contact me on 01302 796197 or 07876560783
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29 May 2010 Looking at six wheel appeal site come across photo of old sarum, name of fireman in photo is Keith Taylor, could somebody tell Archie Sutherland, or give me contact details. Thanks
Alan "Big Al" Beasley alan.beasley51@yahoo.co.uk |
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27 May 2010 Waterbeach. Peter "Scouse" Carter p.carter463@googlemail.com |
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25 May 2010 Thanks Thanks to all who responded to my request for input. Please keep your pictures and stories coming. Many thanks Dave webmaster@whitbygolfclub.co.uk
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25 May 2010 Happy Memories The time i served in the R.A.F Fire Service was 1955 to 1959 it was a memorable time for me as i was just before my eighteenth birthday when i volunteered, serving in Aden at Steamer Point and Cyprus in Nicosia that was after my square bashing at Padgate and trade training at Sutton on Hull. and ending my service at Middleton St George, Darlington. Why didnt i sign on well i dont know wish i had now but they where good memories, I did consider it but with no guarantee of going back oversees i was thinking of going into the civvy fire service for which i did. Well I am still in contact again with some of my commrades i served with in Nicosia, I have some photos i will send you with some of the more pleasent times we had as you know we where at the time under threat by the EOKA terrorist and of course the invasion of Suez which according to any information is not in any book or accountable history apart from a mention of it happening, one book i have on the RAF Squadrons is that there is not one mention of the squadrons we had on Nicosia apart from transport which i agree was mainly an International Airport at the time but we did have Hunters Venoms Meteors and Canberras there as well and i can asure you we had our fair share of incidents not only aircraft crashes but terrorist incidents as well plus the internal expantion of troops both British and French armies. I am going back to Northern Cyprus Kirenia in fact this August and from pictures i have seen it has changed but not all that much, obviously i am not expecting to be like the place i left fifty two years ago but just to be going back will bring memories back to me. I shall look up some photos for you in due course
Brian Pickering bjpickering@hotmail.com
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25 May 2010 Lost Friends Hi, I am trying to locate personnel who were at RAF El- Adem in 1961- 1963, RAF Gan 1995, and Wildenrath 1977- 1980. John (Chalky) White elaine.johnwhite@talktalk.net
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10 May 2010
Would all Association members please check to ensure that there membership subscriptions are up to date, members who's subscriptions have lapsed will not continue to receive the Association magazine or details for the reunions. Many thanks.
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7 May 2010 Does anyone know where I can get a good second hand lightweight pump? Adrian Tearl trainade@me.com
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25 April 2010 Gents. On the 28th of April 2010, Green Watch Swindon and I will be doing a sponsored walk from Swindon Fire Station to St Marys Fire Station in Southampton. This is in aid of the families of the two brave Firefighters that lost their lives. If you would like to sponsor me then please contact me so I can give you the information on how to do it. Thanks in advance for your kind donations, we are aiming to complete the 70 miles (or so) within 24 hours. Richard "Taff" Whiting taffwhiting@live.co.uk
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25 April 2010 I have a very close friend who was in Aden etc when Mad Mitch was was there former Merchant Seaman and RAF Fire Crew his name is Robert Gills would anyone know of him and how best to direct both he nad yourselves to link up Kind regards Tim tim.cityoflondon@talktalk.net
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25 April 2010 I haven't had much contact with old members of the mob. But i would just like to send commisserations to all members families i may or not have known. Could anyone tell me if Colin Whiteley is still with us, All the best to everyone Keith S.
Keith "Bart" Simpson geordie_simpson@tiscali.co.uk
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15 April 2010 Wildenrath 63-66
Ronnie "Jock" Rhind carol@rhind948.orangehome.co.uk
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11 March 2010 Is there anyone out there that can help me trace the whereabouts of the following RAF Fire Services Association who have dropped below the radar. 253 John Ballantyne.824 Chris Davies (RAF Corsham)902 Terry Gormely,262 Darren Fowler,107 Michael King,877 Simon Allsop, 849 Thomas Eddleston,775 Christopher Thistlewood,9RAF Benson) 871 Stephen Walker BFPO 57 ,894 Michael Rowlands BFPO 57,891 Nigel Burgess (Manston)915 Shane Allen (Brize) These members have probably forgotten to let me have their changes of address. Thanking for your help.
John Hanley Membership Sec For the Association John Hanley john.hanley13@ntlworld.com
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2 March 2010 Is there anyone out there who knows the location of Christopher Thistlewood. Last known Sgts Mess RAF Benson. If you view this message Christopher we keep getting your Flashpoint Magazine returned
John Hanley john.hanley13@ntlworld.com
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27 February 2010 Anyone out there remember me, I was at Valley Ta kali, Henlow Khormaksar & Abingdon
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25 February 2010 I would like to say thank you to everyone who have posted photos on the Fylingdales site mick rich etc my dad (Doug Upton) who served as a fireman there for 35 years died last Saturday and to come to this site and look at photos of him brought a smile to my face. Thank you Vicki Kilpatrick vicki.kilpatrick@virgin.net
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25 February 2010 I found your sight by accident, was hoping to find pictures
of my Dad SAC Dennis Costello, I know he was at Cranwell late 50's and then Gan
early 60's St Mawgan late 60's Cyprus early 70's and finished at RAF Abingdon
mid 70's If there is any one out there who remembers him I would love to speak,
write, or even e-mail them. steve_h40@btinternet.com |
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23 February 2010 Thanks to Bob Bailey I have just found the site (Excellent).
I left the RAF Fire Service after 24yrs on Commissioning. I am still serving and
maintain contact with some of lads from various tours Dominic "Splash" Godwin splashgodwin@hotmail.com |
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21 February 2010 for Noel Spencer I served with you at RAF Wyton 63/68 Thanks Dave "Geordie" Proud davidproud22@yahoo.com |
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16 February 2010 Is there anyone out there who was at Wildenrath when W/O Jack
Killeen and myself were there, 1958-60. And also at St Mawgan when W/O Jack
Killeen and myself were there too, 1963-65. Ron "Paintbrush" Newsome rcnewsome33@yahoo.co.uk |
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11 February 2010 I've recently returned from a holiday with my brother and his wife who live and work in Dubai. During the holiday I was able to visit the Aviation Museum located in the old RAF Sharjah Air Traffic Control Tower The museum is called a aviation museum but its really a RAF Sharjah museum containing lots of interesting RAF Sharjah photographs and memorabilia. The two museum curators were charming guides who appeared very pleased to receive visits from ex RAF Sharjah personnel. I have promised to send them my collection of RAF Sharjah photographs and if anybody out there has any RAF Sharjah photographs or tales from their time at RAF Sharjah I would certainly welcome them and send them on to the museum Many thanks
George Edwards george.edwards46@virgin.net |
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11 February 2010 Message for Dennis McCann - just found the site - would be
nice to hear from you David Woodall brendawoodall@talktalk.net |
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8 February 2010 Does anyone know the whereabouts of John and Gisella Pursey
ex RAF Wildenrath 1958-60 and Bill Grundy ex RAF Aldergrove? Ron "Paintbrush" Newsome rcnewsome33@yahoo.co.uk
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7 February 2010 H All, I have just been up to London to assist a company in
recruiting senior experienced personnel for some vacancies in the Middle
East.The job type is for people who enjoy the paper work side of our business
writing procedures, policies etc. If you are able to fit into one of the
following job titles or know some one who does please contact Mr G Rowlands
emailgraham.rowlands@hudson.com
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2 February 2010 Now moved from Northolt to Cyprus. Just like to thank the association for advertising the Memorial Fund and for the kind donations already received. Even though I have moved, the address for the cheques should still be sent to the address advertised. Regards
Martin "Taff" Harris martin.harris@cyp.mod.uk
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2 February 2010 A great new site enjoyed reading it. the lay out is great, the photo lay out fantastic. For anyone who remembers me Iwas in Strubby 56/59 Habbanya 59/61 Manby61/63 Wildinrath 63/66 Waddington 66/68
Idwal "Moe" Morris idwal.morris@homecall.co.uk
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28 January 2010 Fantastic job of the new look site.. enjoyed pointing
out familiar faces to the wife.. great memories of great times and great
mates came flooding back.
Mark "Geordie" Wilson markwil@live.co.uk |
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25 January 2010 Does any of the members know Colin Brown middle initial could be A, Served in the RAF fire service from July 1952 to July 1956,After Sutton on Hull was at RAF Lyneham until late 1953 then posted to RAFLuqa Malta G.C.Was last seen in the 1960s by one of our members (David Frost) working in a shoe shop in Guildford Surrey If anyone knows Colin or where I can contact him contact me Terry Wright mem.65 through the association or by e mail on terrywright34@yahoo.com
Terry Wright terrywright34@yahoo.com
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24 January 2010 Fantastic, joined the association and got Pat Thomas's number. Chatted last night for the first time in about 25 years, thank you, All the best to all, Reg
Paul "Reg" Metcalf advisorp@btinternet.com
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19 January 2010 Not yet but in the post, Bloody marvellous site, been looking for about 3 years and
saying must join. Well application in the post. Look forward to getting to know
old friends and reading the flashpoint magazine.
Paul "Reg" Metcalf advisorp@btinternet.com
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19 January 2010 Hi all you out their, its good to see some old names, if you want to get in touch fill free, i will look forward to hearing from you. Regards Ken.
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18 January 2010 Hi, I would like to here from anyone who served with my father Malcolm Lowson who passed away in June 2005, I know he did his training at Sutton on Hull and went on to El-Adam. I know a few of his friends and there are quite as few photo’s but anything new would be appreciated as me and my mother always sit and discuss those years especially when she receives the Flashpoint magazine.
Carl Lowson CarlLowson@isoclad.co.uk |
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16 January 2010 Job Vacancies A major retail company in the uk is looking for 2 area Fire Safety Advisors. Military personnel preferred, with NEBOSH General and Fire desirable. Areas are; 1. Midlands to Northern Border 2. Scotland. Job to start in April 2010 with wage of approx 30K, car and benefits. If interested please contact Paul Morris by email: plmorris123@btinternet.com
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15 January 2010 Land Rover Series 1 Aircraft Rescue Tender 86 inch 1954-58 I would like to ask if anybody out there has any photos of the above that I could copy. They are for a restoration project that is due to start in the near future. An ex military 86inch Series I Land Rover has been obtained for the purpose of recreating one of these vehicles, but I could do with some good shots of these in service. Many thanks.
Gordon Smith
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14 January 2010 I was stationed at the following:- Waterbeach 56, Christmas
Island 56-57,Oakington 57-62, Bruggan 62-64 Love to hear from old pals Peter "Scouse" Carter pp.carter463@googlemail.com |
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7 January 2010 I noticed in list of units that Steamer Point was not covered. I have several pictures of Steamer on disc. Would it be of use to you? Ron "Paintbrush" Newsome rcnewsome33@yahoo.co.uk
Webmaster Reply: Yes Please Ron, send anything you've got to webmaster@whitbygolfclub.co.uk |
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3 January 2010 Hi all , Still trying to get my email address right . Below is the right one Bennie Zaccardelli benzacc73@btinternet.com |
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30 December 2009 To all those Firefighters I worked, drank and had great times with, at the following locations between Jan 2, 1977 and June 27,1987 at RAF Cranwell, Rudloe Manner, Ascension Island, Kinloss any other detachments I served at please contact me at: It would be great to catch up with old friends.
Alan Cartledge acartledgesnr@aol.com
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13 December 2009 What a surprise to see so many names from the past. So many great memories. My application to join on the way.
Arthur "Spike" Lynch arthurhlynch@hotmail.com |
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6 December 2009 Just wanted to give a new email address. Now using tfrjohn@yahoo.com and not yuckieda@aol.com. Still think this is a great site. Have made contact with three people that I served with in the 70's. Unbelievable. Also in the middle of reading ""Out of the blue"" by George Edwards. A must read for all of you ex and current Firemen. Guaranteed good reading
John James tfrjohn@yahoo.com
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4 December 2009
WO Stewart McMahon is retiring from the RAF Fire Service after 38 years
service!! To celebrate this illustrious career, we are having a Top Table
luncheon at RAF Akrotiri WO & Sgt's mess to ensure he has a great send off.
Simon Marsh - marshy100@hotmail.com
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29 November 2009 I'm interested in getting in touch with any one who knows or knew of SAC. Douglas (Taffy) Pritchard he served at RAF Shawbury as a fireman in the late 50's onwards, he was married to Angie and had a daughter Amanda. Any info on his where abouts would be great.
Sheila Evans schwi40@blueyonder.co.uk
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29 November 2009 Love the site: the beauty of the www: a picture of Paul's bar,
Antrim 1963....where else would I have found that? Steven Moore internalauditor@hushmail.com
Received by email from Steven.........
can't you set up a PayPal link? much more likely to get money
from the likes of me during a late night browse. Keep up the good work. That said, I will try to send a cheque.
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29 November 2009 Looking to renew my RAF fire service blazer badge ,1959. please advise . Also check my membership and let me know. much obliged Martin "Mick" Smith smithmartin23@sky.com
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26 November 2009 Last working day in RAF on 18 Dec then onto Gas Engineering, please get in touch if you have worked with me, possible top table in Mar10 Paul Morris plmorris123@btinternet.com
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24 November 2009 Hi trying to find a painting or print of a green goddess army fire engine for my fathers xmas can you help with contact son where to go many thanks Neil
Neil "nealy" Linton susan.dormer@talk21.com
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24 November 2009 Just to inform you all of a change of email address due to some kind person hacking on. great site,
JohnI. Frederick 'Devon' Irwin jonnyirwin@live.co.uk |
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17 November 2009
Stationed; Oakington: Christmas Island and Bruggan. 1955 to 1964 Peter "Scouse" Cater p.carter463@googlemail.com |
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12 November 2009 Dear All,
Tks Robert "Vulcan Camileri 203sqn@onvol.net |
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10 November 2009
FAB in london march with all the ex men hope to be their next year god bless
you all Kevin "Smiler" Meeson SMILERMEESON@googlemail.com |
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10 November 2009
Realy pleased i found this site look forward to more buying defo Keith "Gibbo" Gibson keith@ktcommunications.fsnet.co.uk |
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30 October 2009 Hi,
if anybody knows the whereabouts of Sandy Clark or Phil Cooper ex Church Fenton 80/86
please send an e mail many thanks Paul "Gilbert" Harding Paul.harding46@ntlworld.com
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30 October 2009 Hi,
Are you able to send me contact details for Brian Ford (59) worked with him
at RAF Fairford and would like to establish contact.
john.trew@caa.co.uk |
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28 October 2009 I would just like to say to those involved with the last reunion how much my wife and I enjoyed ourselves. Many thanks to all those involved and we shall be at the next one. Best Regards Dave & Diane
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26 October 2009 Please look at www.254sqn.org.uk
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21 October 2009 I am trying to trace an ex RAF Fireman who served at Waddington or Scampton in the early 1970s. His surname was Carty. He had a daughter the same age as my daughter called Julie Carty. I was a RAF Police Dog Handler stationed at Waddo and the Carty family lived near us in the Quarters Waddo & Scampton shared near the Army Barracks off Burton Road.If you can help please email me. If you ever need to track down a RAF Policeman from your past!!! then our website is excellent for that, just tap in RAFPA that will take you there. Another blast from the past i would like to contact is Chick Bebb. Thanks
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21 October 2009 I would just like to thank the many people who have contacted me since I contracted leukaemia. I have now had a bone marrow transplant and am on the mend. Hoping to go back to work in November 2009. ex Northolt, Binbrook, North Coates, AFCENT and Brawdy.
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15 October 2009 Hi to all my old R.A.F. PALS
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10 October 2009 THERE IS A JOB VACANCY AT NORTHERN LINCOLNSHIRE AND GOOLE HOSPITAL FIRE SAFETY ADVISOR BAND 6 £24.789 - £33.436 FOR MORE INFORMATION OM TONY CLARK ON 01472 307722 (DIRECT DIAL) CLOSING DATE 30TH NOV 2009 VISIT WEBSITE WWW.NLG.NHS.UK/JOBS
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8 October 2009 Hi there I joined the RAF June 24th 1952 after Sutton on Hull served at RAF Duxford Oct 1952 until July 1953 was posted to RAF Watnall From there went to El Hamra Egypt in transit awaiting posting to RAF Luqa Malta arrived there Oct 1953 until April 1956.While there was attached temp.to AHQ Valletta and RAF Ta Kali. The worst air crash while at Luqa was the Scottish Airlines York crashed on take off near the Zurrieq 50 killed no survivors that was Feb 18th 1956 to this day Malta's worst air disaster. Quite a few of my old Luqa pals are members and I look forward twice a year to meeting up with them at our reunions Terry Wright terrywright34@yahoo.com |
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7 October 2009 Just came across this great site, my details: Joined RAF Fire Service age just 17 September 1967. First posting after training at Swinderby and Catterick was RAF Coltishall 1968, then went for driver training RAF St Athan and Catterick. Posted to RAF Sharjah but spent a week in transit RAF Bahrain then on to Sharjah for 12 months 1968 to 1969. Then to RAF Brize Norton 1969 to 1971. Back to the gulf to RAF Masirah for 9 months October 1971 to 1972. Then back to Brize Norton and demob 1973. Ted Smith steadyteddy@btinternet.com |
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1 October 2009 Just joined and would love to hear from anyone I have worked or drank with over the years! all the best Keith Keith Gibson jockyg@livemail.co.uk |
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24 September 2009 Hi Guys finally left the Fire Service after 31 years (how long) and now living in Perth Australia, drop me a line anyone who knows me, and keep me up to date on all the gossip Terry Monaghan (Email address withheld)
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21 September 2009
I am trying to contact anyone who knew a Cpl John Playford who has unfortunately passed away a number of years ago. Any info would be greatly received. Thanks in anticipation. Dave S Dave Starkings dave_starkings@hotmail.com |
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14 September 2009
I am putting together a Falkland Island RAF Fire Service folder which will be available at reunions. So far I have received personal recollections of their Falkland experiences from Wayne Davies Mike Goupillot John Miller Steve ( Silver Fox) Harrison Mike Traynor & Steve Davey. If you have a tale to tell of your time at Stanley or MPA please forward. I would particularly welcome tales from those who were the first to arrive at Stanley. George Edwards george.edwards46@virgin.net
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14 September 2009
Just to let you know my new email address and the memories page is fantastic lots of familiar faces weird seeing one of mal ray after all these years Mick Fishburn mfishburn1@blueyonder.co.uk
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14 September 2009
A great site have used it many times,
but never contacted it, because I can't remember who I owed money to! Malcolm 'send me a memo' Bulloch malthefire@aol.com
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14 September 2009
Hi, i am writing about your shop page. I think you would gain a lot more sales from your shop page, if you were to add photos to the products. Then people would be able to see what they are buying. Many Thanks. Nathan nathang_uk@hotmail.com (See message dated 28 July, still waiting for pics from shop)
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14 September 2009
Just left the Fire Service, anyone who knows me please feel free to drop a line Rob Cook robandkarencook@aol.com
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14 September 2009
1982-1988.Started at Waddington and left via Honington with posting to Belize x2.Ascension Island.Port stanley.A twelve month stint at Catterick.West Drayton.shut in 1988.and finally finished at Honington after PVRing.Left the service in 1988 and the same year started my training with East Sussex Fire Brigade.Promoted in 1993 and posted as a Leading Fireman to Brighton.1999 i moved back to Eastbourne.Married for the last seventeen years with two girls.Life`s good.Looking forward to retiring in 2017.Please feel free to drop me a line. Jacko Andy 'Jacko' Jackson hillrise96@aol.com
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14 September 2009
Just left the Fire Service, anyone who knows me please feel free to drop a line Rob Cook robandkarencook@aol.com
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14 September 2009
I very much enjoyed the updated site, a job well done I would say Michael 'Nobby' Clark eileen.nobbyclarke@ntlworld.com
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28 August 2009 I'll be away on holiday from tomorrow until 13 September so there will be no updates between now and then. Thanks again to all who've send pics etc, please keep them coming. Cheers Dave Webmaster
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28 August 2009
Any survivors of fire sections, Christmas Island, 1964 and Seletar fire section1964 / 1966? Photos or memories greatly received…
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25 August 2009 My name is Simon Farmer and I am an ex-RAF Police NCO, (1974 to 1984) I have, on behalf of a third party, agreed to find a member of the RAF Fire Service and I am seeking the help and assistance of your members to do this. I can assure all your members that it is not to the detriment of the gentleman concerned, if anything, just the opposite. Little is known of the man other than his name, Christopher or Chris Barker. I understand he served at RAF North Coates, Lincolnshire in the mid 1980s. I have no idea of length of service, he may still be serving, or rank attained. The information I have is that he would now be in his mid to late 40s. I would only put the relevant parties in touch with each other if both were in agreement. Many thanks for any assistance you can give. Simon Farmer simonafarmer@yahoo.co.uk
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25 August 2009 Thanks to all who've been sending pics for the Memories page, keep them coming. A special thanks to Geoff Varley who went to the time trouble and expense of sending prints to me. Please take time to view the Memories page and keep sending more of your old photos. Cheers Dave Webmaster
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25 August 2009 Hi guys, I am the webmaster for The RAAF Fire Service in
Australia
http://georama.com.au/RAAFFireService and could you some help. During the
1960's the RAF Fire Service was stationed at Edinburgh and Woomera in South
Australia. I'd like to add a page paying homage to these blokes. If anybody has
pics and names etc please get in touch. Thanks, Chas. Ashes to ashes Arrgh-
bloody Poms:) Chas Adlard chas.adlard@bigpond.com
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22 August 2009 Great work, this site gets better and better, especially for us
old timers, brings back many great memories, many thanks to all involved Frederick 'Devon' Irwin fjirwin@hotmail.co.uk
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12 August 2009 Hi, I have just found this site. I served as a fireman at RAF
Kenley 1956 until it was closed down. Any old Kenley men out there..? I live in
Canada now. John Gibbs john.gibbs@tcc.on.ca
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12 August 2009 I am trying to contact Mr Wiles mem N0 897 and A Mr Draper mem No 353 association business. Membership Sec Fireservices assoc John Hanley john.hanley13@ntlworld.com
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7 August 2009 Hi guys, Mem Sec here, does anybody know the where abouts of Tom eddelston mem 849,and also Prem lal Mem 663,they have dropped below the radar,need to contact ref Membership etc. * To all paid up members,please let me know if you did not recieve your Summer Copy Of FLASPOINT. Thank you from Mem Sec John Hanley john.hanley13@ntlworld.com
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5 August 2009 Joined a while ago, proud to be a member, great site, anyone, 59
to 68, give me a shout, John I. Frederick 'Devon' Irwin fjirwin@hotmail.co.uk
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2 August 2009 Does anyone know the where abouts of Brian Humphrys (Humph)Would be in his 70s now. Served Kerton Linsey, Aden, Salalah & Lynham 1957-62 Michael 'Nobby' Clark eileen.nobbyclarke@ntlworld.com
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2 August 2009 I think that the link speaks volumes. Whether still serving or moved on to pastures new, I firmly agree that TG8 is up there with the best in the world. http://www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/DefenceNews/MilitaryOperations/RafFirefightersInBastion.htm
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30 July 2009 Hi lads does anybody remember me from days of old? well 1983-1991 served Marham odiham,cyprus, valley & good old 617 sqn lossie also with 9 sqn ali-al in kuwait 1990-1991 do you remember the good old days at Manston do they still have the fire school there? haven't been there since 1983 so quite a while ago someone said it is now east kent airport is this right? well carry on corp
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28 July 2009 Served at Scampton, Saxa Vord, Marham, Cranwell, MPA, and
further 9 years with the DFS at Kemble and Linton-on-Ouse, still trying to
contact Dave Oliver (Ollie) who served with me at Scampton and Cranwell, anyone
know his whereabouts?
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28 July 2009 Regarding request for pics of shop items, I've spoken with John
and hope to get something done about it in the next month or two.
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28 July 2009 Very good site a bit slow in places though would it be poss to include pictures of the items for sale in the shop for clarity on the web site. Does anyone know the where abouts of Dave 'dinger' Bell who served with me @ ali-al in Kuwait in 1991 we were there with 9 squadron with tornado gr3's hope full of contacting him some time I am now living in Devon by the seaside & it's pouring down ahh what a summer! many thanks Ian
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26 July 2009 Good luck Terry Monaghan, great doo. Great to see some faces from the past. Andy McDonnell andymcdonnell@ukonline.co.uk
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23 July 2009 Hi to all .just to let you know A T C sqn 254 aberdare south wales.has the association on its web site Ian "EJAN" King king_ian3@sky.com
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19 July 2009 Very good site will be joining the association in due course |
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12 July 2009 Served in the service between 1980-2002 at Cottesmore, Bawdsey, Wildenrath with a 13 year tour at Coningsby in the middle. Found this site by accident and although I have had no contact since leaving it was great to see some names from those crazy days. Please anyone who knows me your more than welcome to get in touch it would be nice to talk of those days.
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6 July 2009 If there are anybody interested there is a Fire Safety job going
at Doncaster Royal Infirmary Hospital you can contact me on 01302 796259 /
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2 July 2009 Hi all, Eddie Bell eddiebell792@hotmail.co.uk
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28 June 2009: Hi to all who remembers me, served RAF Fire Service 1979-1986 Brize Norton, Marham, Belize, Ascension, Queens Flight, short stint in Saudi, then AFDFS/DFS 1987-2006 Menwith Hill, Linton-on-Ouse, Dishforth, Topcliffe, Church Fenton numerous detachments now medically retired feel free to drop me a line. Stew (Dinger) Bell stewandkerry@hotmail.co.uk
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23 June 2009:
Terry Monaghan (Email address withheld) Mem No: 568
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19 June 2009: Very very sad to hear about former colleague and mate, Kev Cook. Does anyone have any funeral details please? Regards, fergie fergie.1544@tiscali.co.uk
Look forward to hearing from anyone who knows me, I served in the RAF Fire Service from 1967- 1972 stationed at Swinderby, Catterick, Brize Norton 1967-1969, RAF Gan 1969 1970, RAF Abingdon 1970- 1972. Allan (Ringo) Starr allanstarrgmail.com@tiscali.co.uk
If anyone out there has some photos of the facilities & vehicles used at RAF Wyton circa 1976, it would be fantastic! I was in the USAF Fire Protection/10th CES at RAF Alconbury during this time and we had an exchange of firefighters between our bases. I learned a lot & enjoyed it! Thank you to all & many blessings! Art Bailey bailey531@comcast.net
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17 June 2009: The site is coming on real well, I thought Ron did a great job but I'm sure he will be pleased how its turning out Mick (Yorkie) Hayward crashone@bt.internet.com |
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