Squibs44 Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Wanaka is well known for its connection to warbirds, so this seemed like a logical place to take the P51 Mustang out for an early morning flight. It was a cold snowy morning on the ground, but once above the clouds, conditions brightened up to reveal a spectacular day. I headed for Mt Aspiring and the higher mountains in the area and had some fun. I hope you like the images - this is the first time I've shared any of my screenshots. Thanks Jay Kae for the great instructions. 1. Warming up the engine and ready to taxi onto the runway. 2. Cleared for takeoff. 3. Climbing through sleet. 4. Finally above the low clouds and enjoying the start of the sunrise. 5. Into the clear air and time to see what this warbird can do. 6. It's pretty cold up here, but the adrenalin is keeping me warm! 7. What better place to be, but above the clouds and mountains... 8. Time to start heading back to Wanaka. 9. Descending past the mountains west of Lake Wanaka. 10. Lake Wanaka to the left, Wanaka township to the right and the Clutha River ahead. 11. On approach to Wanaka Airport, the township just below - better get the gear and flaps down... 12. On final into Wanaka Airport, runway 11 - that was a great flight - time to start thinking about my next one. Thanks for viewing my shots. Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VH-KDK Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 That is a wonderful first post Colin. Some superb caps there with some spectacular scenery and colours. Great commentary too. Well done and keep them coming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradB Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Welcome Colin to the forum , thanks for posting these fantastic shots . I look forward to many more from you mate . Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan2 Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Good post Colin and good to see the Mustang again . Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micjn66 Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Great shots of a Classic warbird Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasi31 Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Great shots of the Mustang Colin. Thanks for posting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifejogger Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 I really like this post Colin, such great shots!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purduekev Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Beautiful screenshots Colin! That pretty warbird is a long way from home! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Emms Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Very nice set Colin. cheers Iain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orbxtreme Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Excellent set. The shots I prefer are when the sun is just high enough to give the best atmosphere, like in your pictures 9, 10 et 11. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squibs44 Posted June 7, 2013 Author Share Posted June 7, 2013 Thanks everyone for your comments and feedback. For my next set of shots I'd like to focus a little more on the awesome ORBX scenery and a little less on the aircraft - mmm where to next? Have a great weekend. Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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