RAF Northolt once again repeated its Charity Photocall allowing enthusiasts some superb access to some rare and exciting military aircraft. It was another superb turn out with some great support from the Royal Air Force and European Air Arms. The stars though were a pair of Fairchild A-10C Thunderbolt IIs from 52nd Fighter Wing normally based at Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany.
The Irish Air Corps too made a notable appearance. One of their Pilatus PC-9M aircraft made it’s Northolt debut along with one of the Corps latest additions, the EC135 utility helicopter. The Royal Netherlands Air Force sent one of their AH-64D Longbow Apache attack helicopters with a full weapons fit making for a menacing sight. The German Army too made another welcome return for the photocall with four of their MBB Bo-105P anti tank helicopters.
All photography by Paul Johnson/Flightline UK.
