The Airfield Information Exchange http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/ The Public Forum For The Airfield Information Exchange and Airfield Research Group en Sat, 25 May 2013 05:16:46 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/images/misc/rss.png The Airfield Information Exchange http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/ RAF Observation Post at Obinan / Opinan http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10693-RAF-Observation-Post-at-Obinan-Opinan&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 19:53:31 GMT The book 'Loch Ewe during World War II' describes there being a 'RAF Observation Post' at Opinan (Obinan on some maps).

I have put some images here.

I wonder if anyone has any reference to anything here.

MB


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Possible RAF Observation Post at Obinan

The book 'Loch Ewe during World War II' refers to a RAF observation post at Opinan / Obinan.

This appears to be the site, it lied at the end of the of the road from Laide.

There are two concrete bases about 4m apart. The lower one at NG 87896 97187 which is about 12m x 5m.

The second is behind it at NG 87887 97196 and is the same size though there are small concrete bases at each end. One 2800mm x 2050mm and the other 3800mm x 2150mm (800mm from the large base).

One the hill behind this there is a concrete base at NG 87875 97228 1960mm x 2600mm. The corners of the side facing 120 degrees Magnetic appear to have rounded corners but that could just be the way that the concrete has collapsed.
]]> Other Sites mbriscoe http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10693-RAF-Observation-Post-at-Obinan-Opinan Mountnessing Landing Ground (WWI) http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10691-Mountnessing-Landing-Ground-(WWI)&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 13:21:28 GMT RFC Emergency night landing ground, location:

http://www.flashearth.com/?lat=51.65....1&r=0&src=msa

For further information see:

http://unlockingessex.essexcc.gov.uk...ent_parents=61

The site seems peculiarly unsuitable, as this photograph taken from the public footpath which runs along the edge of the site shows:

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]]> Essex Airfields HF Dave http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10691-Mountnessing-Landing-Ground-(WWI) airfield site plans http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10690-airfield-site-plans&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:42:42 GMT hi i hope some one can help me out i have searched for where to get site plans from. i would like the plans for catfoss lissett carnaby help would... hi i hope some one can help me out i have searched for where to get site plans from. i would like the plans for catfoss lissett carnaby help would be much appreciated thanks ]]> General Airfield Discussion mr linny http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10690-airfield-site-plans Visit to RAF Northolt 22/10/13 http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10688-Visit-to-RAF-Northolt-22-10-13&goto=newpost Thu, 23 May 2013 20:47:37 GMT This is advance notice of a repeat visit to RAF Northolt on Tues. 22nd October 2013. Last year's trip was so successful that we requested the earliest date we could to make a return trip. Full details of what will be a morning visit will be available soon, but if you wish to advance register please do so on this forum, leaving your email address if possible, and I will contact you as soon as it is finalised.
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Laurie ]]> LJK http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10687-Viasit-to-Bicester-2-10-13 <![CDATA[Visits to Upavon & Netheravon 26/9/13]]> http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10686-Visits-to-Upavon-amp-Netheravon-26-9-13&goto=newpost Thu, 23 May 2013 20:31:08 GMT This is advance notice of a twin centre visit to these famous airfields. This will be a full day on Thurs. 26th Sept. and will visit Upavon Station... This is advance notice of a twin centre visit to these famous airfields. This will be a full day on Thurs. 26th Sept. and will visit Upavon Station with an airfield tour and a visit to the Trenchard Museum there and then lunch in the Officers Mess (not inc.) In the afternoon we will drive to Netheravon and see the original 1913 buildings there.
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Laurie ]]> LJK http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10686-Visits-to-Upavon-amp-Netheravon-26-9-13 Visit to North Creake Airfield - 8/9/13 http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10685-Visit-to-North-Creake-Airfield-8-9-13&goto=newpost Thu, 23 May 2013 20:23:48 GMT This is by way of advance info. on a visit to North Creake airfield and tower on Sunday 8th Sept. 2013. Claire & Nigel there look forward to showing us what they have been doing at the site. I am also hoping to tie in another historic airfield in the area, for the afternoon and will advise more when full details are known. If you wish to make an advance registration please do this on this forum with your email address if possible, and I will respond as soon as I have finalised things. ]]> LJK http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10685-Visit-to-North-Creake-Airfield-8-9-13 South Ferriby Decoy Site http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10684-South-Ferriby-Decoy-Site&goto=newpost Thu, 23 May 2013 18:43:16 GMT Hi folks,

Has anybody got any info on South Ferriby decoy site please?

I know it was a decoy for Elsham and operational by Oct 1941 and that's all (from Airfields Of Lincolnshire).

Thanks
Al ]]> Decoy Sites Highy http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10684-South-Ferriby-Decoy-Site Hello from Ohio http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10683-Hello-from-Ohio&goto=newpost Thu, 23 May 2013 15:35:20 GMT Hello there, I am a British ex-pat living in Columbus Ohio. I am a modeller, and I like to make Aircraft and airfield dioramas with particular... Hello there,

I am a British ex-pat living in Columbus Ohio. I am a modeller, and I like to make Aircraft and airfield dioramas with particular interest in the airfield vehicles. I joined as I see lots of interesting information here. ]]> Introduce yourself zedh http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10683-Hello-from-Ohio Hello http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10681-Hello&goto=newpost Thu, 23 May 2013 04:06:07 GMT Just joined. My grandfather served in both the RFA and RAF during WWI. While in the RFA he was adjutant and quartermaster of Mersey Defence from June... Just joined. My grandfather served in both the RFA and RAF during WWI. While in the RFA he was adjutant and quartermaster of Mersey Defence from June 1916 to Nov 1916. I'm first generation American and researching my grandfather's war time history. ]]> Introduce yourself 40battery http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10681-Hello Possible AA MG pit? Can anyone give me a positive ID? http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10680-Possible-AA-MG-pit-Can-anyone-give-me-a-positive-ID&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 21:30:06 GMT Ello, Over in Gloucestershire for a week and went on another one of my wanders. Came across this: Image:... Ello,

Over in Gloucestershire for a week and went on another one of my wanders. Came across this:



I'm guessing it's an MG pit for an AA gun but I've never seen one before and not entirely sure what would of been fitted to the spindle in the centre.

The whole thing is filled with about 4-5 feet of silt so it's about 6 feet deep in total I'd guess. The steps lead down and and underneath the concrete slab we could see the entrace to what I assume is an ammunition locker room.

Can anyone give me any idea as the land owner was curious. Would be nice to know what armament was fitted to it. ]]> Airfield Defences OneEighthBit http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10680-Possible-AA-MG-pit-Can-anyone-give-me-a-positive-ID CLACTON - Victoria Road http://www.airfieldinformationexchange.org/community/showthread.php?10677-CLACTON-Victoria-Road&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 20:13:34 GMT Victoria Road, Clacton. Memorial plaque for crash site of HE111 that crashed during mine laying operations. Photos by Rob Bray Image:... Victoria Road, Clacton. Memorial plaque for crash site of HE111 that crashed during mine laying operations.

Photos by Rob Bray



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I'm a filmmaker, who for the last couple of years has been researching for a documentary about my dad, Douglas Percy Cannings who flew as a mid upper gunner in 100 squadron and 97 squadron. I'm lurking on here looking for old photos, info etc about his squadrons and crewmates. We'll be coming up to Waltham on 27th May to shoot some footage.
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tut here:
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