West Norfolk Aviation Society
■ Burst Pipes ■ Leaking Taps ■ Toilets ■ Showers ■ Kitchen Sinks ■ Blocked Drains ■ Motorised Valves ■ Bidets & Basins ■ Immersion Heaters & Radiators ■ Storage Tank Ball Valves WE ALSO INSTALL ■ Central Heating Pumps kitchens, bathrooms and ■ Hot Water Cylinders
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After our last meeting it had been anticipated that we would be brandishing our own cinema environment in time for November’s gathering but, unfortunately, this was not to be. Following a delivery hitch the problem was overcome by crew members Steve and Jean who came to the rescue with their own set-up consisting of a ten foot screen with hi-fi sound and vision equipment. This, in conjunction with David’s video recording of ‘The World's Greatest Air Shows’ compensated for any disappointments. Not only did the film depict clips of barnstorming pioneers in action – some out of action - but also, aeronautical participants from all periods leading up to the modern day. Our December meeting was a dark and stormy night when the crew of the WNAS returned to the Mundford Bowls Club base. The few that didn’t make it back for fear that their high sided vehicles would be overturned in the wind deprived themselves of entertainment they will regret for weeks to come.
Steve and Jean again, provided the ammunition Safe Gas 1/4th Advert_Layout 1 08/12/2016 07:54 to Page 1 at the ten foot screen. It took the form of shoot long range stills that Steve had shot himself with a camera that could compress an image from two miles into two feet; the same distance that existed between participants’ wing tips. The fighter squadrons in the field of view were multinational: those represented were British, French, Spanish, Italian, American and Jordanian. It was the consensus of opinion in the mess that the Italians were best and, having met all crews, it was Steve’s opinion that the Jordanians were the Plumbing & Heating specialists friendliest. After the Fare-stewardess’s banquet for domestic purposes. Steve returned to the cockpit with a period movie l Central heating installations demonstrating how pilot training and experience was paramount to an aircraft’s safety, particularly l Boiler changes when it was landing. The scenario was proven by l Landlord certifications a series of clips of battered B24 Liberators making & safety checks various attempts. The film showed how a skilful l Bathroom, shower & pilot could not only cope with an aircraft’s inherent toilet installations foibles but also the way he adapted his landing l Cooker & hob installs strategy to the type of damage the aircraft had l Fire installations suffered. To demonstrate the society’s deep l Water heater installs appreciation for the caterers’ culinary skills Val and Len were presented with a rose bush in Making your home celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary.
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The next meeting will be later than usual: 7.30pm on Tuesday 11th April 2022. All welcome. Licensed Gas Engineer
Nigel Tooth, West Norfolk Aviation Society
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