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The DC-7 is not definite, but still in the works. I'll keep you posted!
As crappy as it is to not have the ramp tours, keep in mind there is still the collectible show and sale, the BBQ, the banquet, the slide auction, the photo contest, the model contest, photo galleries and more. It will still be a great event that will bring people from all over the world.
Three cheers for the Port Authority!!
But it is OK to have your kids in the tower.... :borat:
I just re-booked with Jeff from AI the Continental Hanger Tour. I was really looking forward to the JFK tour but this will have to suffice. At least I can get up & personal with some aircraft...
Cancelled do to possible connection with Pakistan extremist connection.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tom_Turner
Sure- Anything is possible!
Might as well keep going with this line of logic--- It's been working well for a while now.
Know what gets me most of all with the tours..... it was not for me, but for my 2 sons, and my wife was coming too. Thats a major expense- in order to do the tours you have to do the BBQ/show package too- not cheap for a party of 4 ( Jeff really knows how to stick it)
The sun is going to be very high and I'm sure the humidity extreme so I was not even thinking of decent pics for myself. All I wanted was to see my kids face with a smile on them so they can experience being close to the planes and take their pics- without the Gestapo PAPD harassing a 8 and 10 year old- that's it. It would have been worth the money. They are gravely disappointed.
I have no apology in saying: go ahead and "blow up ..................." Why not- were paying for it anyhow! Freedom is dying.
While this is EXTREMELY dissapointing I am actually more surprised the Port was actually going to allow these in the first place than they where cancelled.
As far as the DC-7 they where hoping to bring it to MCO last July for AI 2009. It still has not flown due to FAA and paperwork issues, though it has had numerous engine run ups and some taxi tests at Opa Locka.
I agree 100 pct with Phil, their still will much to enjoy and I hope to see many of you in August at AI2010, going to be a GREAT show and time !
Cheers
LGA777
Wow this is disapointing..
I was originally planning to go to see family in SYD, then this came up and whoosh priorities changed...SYD and the family next year...now the Paki kid mess up.... :evil: :evil: :evil: .... back to SYD family trip...oh well NYC spotting ..may be next year.. :(
You can still go spotting in New York and enjoy the convention without access to the ramp. :-)Quote:
Originally Posted by Vivek777Kaul
For those that have attended other AI shows this is devastating news. You can count on more then a few cancellations.
The greater NY area is much more expensive and thus why there has not been a NY/NJ show is the past 20+ years.
The photo op at AI shows has always had its draw for many, and the opportunity to get close to the active harass free helps justify the attendance.
Now what is a major insult to injury is there has been no announcement for AT LEAST an approved spotting area, like Newarks long term parking lot. Nothing.
A level of high frustration is so very justified. It's such a unique opportunity for the NYC area, and to not have coinciding tours is downright painful.
Port-approved spotting locations for this are HIGHLY unlikely, I'm sad to say, from my opinion.
I hold on to some excitement in the opportunity to meet the out-of-towners that will still come to our regular spotting locations.
I'll keep you all posted if anything changes.
Very disappointing :( Maybe NYC should ban tour buses due to recent events...
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Originally Posted by Cary
Maybe everyone should stay home and hide under their bed.
Life continues!
Well this just sucks! As a new plane spotter (started August 2009) I was really really looking foward to this amazing opportunity and to meet all of you. Working in Manhattan 5 days a week I see MANY things that the city shouldn't be doing or should be doing to increase security, a photo op should be the least of PA's worries, there are so many other "dangerous weak spots" that they should worry about. Terrible decision.
I will be back in NYC when I have good long lens to shoot with....You just don't show up in NYC with a crappy lens .. :lol: :mrgreen:Quote:
Originally Posted by GothamSpotter