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Old 01-01-2008, 17:59 PM   #46 (permalink)
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this cargo aircraft has the most unfortunate names , given both by owners and opponents . One is embarrassing and other is somewhat rude . Name the aircraft and names ?
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Old 01-02-2008, 12:31 PM   #47 (permalink)
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Hmm. I can think of a few aircraft that have gained 'unfortunate' nicknames. Some I wouldn't dare to post on WAB!
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Old 01-02-2008, 12:40 PM   #48 (permalink)
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well , one is official , thought to be praising name , but on closer look it´s not so good of a name . The other is/was calling name / reporting name given by NATO .
And it´s a really big plane . And a cargo plane . Post WW2 .
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Old 01-02-2008, 13:21 PM   #49 (permalink)
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**** was what the NATO side called the Antonov An 22 under the C for Cargo designation. I don't know what the Soviets called it though.


**** is Charlie Oscar Charlie Kilo
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Old 01-02-2008, 15:20 PM   #50 (permalink)
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An-22 is correct . Can somebody find the other part of the question ?
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Old 01-03-2008, 06:37 AM   #51 (permalink)
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Ok , time is up . An-22 ´Antaios´ . According to greek mythology , Antaios was invincible giant , who lost all his power when he was lifted from ground . .
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Old 01-03-2008, 06:50 AM   #52 (permalink)
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Ok , time is up . An-22 ´Antaios´ . According to greek mythology , Antaios was invincible giant , who lost all his power when he was lifted from ground . .
Variously called 'Antei' or 'Antaeus' in the West. Is the explanation of his lost powers when lifted off the ground what you meant by embarrassing?
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Old 01-03-2008, 12:02 PM   #53 (permalink)
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Never knew that. I'm fairly well considered expert on the subject, too, but had never heard what that aircraft was actually known as.

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Old 01-03-2008, 13:01 PM   #54 (permalink)
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OK braindead, you win.
Another question if you please.
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Old 01-05-2008, 17:47 PM   #55 (permalink)
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OK then, an easy one until braindead can come up with a proper question.
What was the first helicopter to cross the English Channel (and when)?
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Old 01-05-2008, 20:08 PM   #56 (permalink)
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Uh it was a German built Drache (dragon) in 45, brought to the UK for testings after it was captured. Its purpose was to be used as MedEvac, but did not enter service..I think...
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Old 01-05-2008, 20:24 PM   #57 (permalink)
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Uh it was a German built Drache (dragon) in 45, brought to the UK for testings after it was captured. Its purpose was to be used as MedEvac, but did not enter service..I think...
Correct! It was a Fa 223E on the 25th July 1945. I reckon it's your go, Tarek.
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Old 01-05-2008, 20:48 PM   #58 (permalink)
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uhm another easy one, first use of planes to attack a ground target?
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Old 01-06-2008, 06:32 AM   #59 (permalink)
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A good question which will provide a most interesting answer, so roll up, roll up and take part in the quiz everyone!
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Old 01-06-2008, 06:59 AM   #60 (permalink)
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1911 Italy v Turkey. Italians used a 'plane to drop granades onto the Turks in Libya
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