19 May MEL Museum/JB747 Lunch/ airport tour/ DC3 flight

[LiamR]

For my northern brethren, be aware that it's pretty darn cold in Melbourne!

Really? I contemplated putting a jumper on this morning.

I guess I have become use to the climate!

Not quite sure what my plans are tomorrow, not keen on going to Pt Cook or Moorabbin. Might pop into the lounge for a drink or two. Will watch the thread tomorrow and decide what/where I go.

 

[straitman]

I could be interested in a lift at 9;30am from HOTP, maybe you already filled the bus, I was speaking to someone today who suggest Point Cook is worth a look.

The RAAF museum at Pt Cook is pretty good. I have not been for a while so things may have changed a little. A few thing to think about though,

1. Most of the restoration work is voluntary
2. Entry is a gold coin donation though they appreciate any extra people care to offer.
3. A photo ID is required to get onto the base.
4. The hangers can be really cold so rug up.
5. There are four or five aircraft on display in the museum that I've actually flown. (Scary really)

I'm thinking about driving down tomorrow for lunch but I'll make that decision in the morning.

 

[Bundy Bear]

I'm thinking about driving down tomorrow for lunch but I'll make that decision in the morning.

you better get some sleep then

Staying at HOTP what time for breakfast for those staying here.


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[vitagen]

I'm about to make my way to the airport for the red eye

 

[Princess Fiona]

Sorry, markis10 I'm a very late scratching
Childcare problems and won't get there until this afternoon

 

[harvyk]

anyone else in the MEL J lounge yet?

 

[Fifa]

Having breakfast in HOTP lounge - just joined by BB.

 

[vitagen]

We just landed in Mel, will make our way over with ozmille to the J lounge once the taxi stops.

 

[JessicaTam]

JT001 is awaiting the boarding call before taxiing to the departure area. Lounge facilities should be fully utilised as there is no on board catering.


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[Bundy Bear]

The Markis bus has arrived now on way.


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[LiamR]

Sorry, markis10 I'm a very late scratching
Childcare problems and won't get there until this afternoon

Are you joining us in the lounge later in the afternoon Princess​?

 

[JessicaTam]

We are pausing for caffeine in Point Cook as we are a bit early. See you soon.


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[Bundy Bear]

Both groups have met up so now having a look at a few old aircraft


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[drewbles]

Was just as well I cancelled. It turns out AA didn't interline my lost baggage to QF (when I was on VA; long story). I had to wait for the entire contents of QF94 to be emptied onto the belt before I could lodge a claim. Didn't get out of the airport till after 10:30.

Am now contemplating a cheeky red wine before a nap, ready for a drink or three this evening

 

[markis10]

After an impromptu airport tour (check the muddy shoes for the participants), we are having a lunch in the HI Restaurant at the airport.

 

[LiamR]

I'm leaving essendon now. Might pop into the HI to say hi. Can I park there?

 

[loobloke]

When are you guys off to DJ lounge? I'll be there just before 3 and I'll come introduce myself. Fly ahead is something real nice scored a 3:30pm flight from 8pm

My mates think I'm crazy flew to melb just to have breaky and lunch with them. They just don't understand!

 

[markis10]

When are you guys off to DJ lounge? I'll be there just before 3 and I'll come introduce myself. Fly ahead is something real nice scored a 3:30pm flight from 8pm

My mates think I'm crazy flew to melb just to have breaky and lunch with them. They just don't understand!

probably missed u, in the loung now.

 

[harvyk]

in the dj lounge now...

 

[JessicaTam]

Vitagen has just spotted his first A380. The reaction was priceless and unprintable.


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