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Biz Jets from the 70s and 80s

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tomcat14
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Biz Jets from the 70s and 80s

Post by tomcat14 » Sat Jan 19, 2013 7:58 pm

Here are a selection of some older Biz Jets taken at Luton in the 70s and 80s.

In October 1977 G2 N227G was present. G2's were fairly common in those days. The later versions in the Gulfstream range had yet to appear. This one had c/n 76.

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G2a by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

A smaller Biz Jet was the Sabre. These were not too often seen (unless they were military (e.g. USAF)). This one is seen on the taxiway out for departure in October 1979. Taken from the viewing area before EasyJet took over that part of the airport. It was always a popular place to watch the aircraft.

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N408CSa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

An early example of the HS125, and owned by Rolls Royce. January 1981.

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G-AWYEa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

Another 125, this time Saudi registered. This is a 600B. Note the Monarch B720, Katale Britannia and Air Bridge Merchantman in the background. Seen October 1980.

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HZ-AMMa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

One-Elevens were quite common at Luton with the airlines. But then there would be Exec versions! Here are two US registered examples.

N500CS in March 1979.

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N500CSa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

TAG's N5034 in October 1980.

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N5034a by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

Another G2, this time N888SW in November 1979.

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N888SWa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

A favourite of mine, and I know a lot of other people, was the Jetstar. They were not that common, and getting rarer, but here are two Saudi examples.

HZ-SH2 in April 1980.

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HZ-SH2a by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

HZ-SH4 in July 1980.

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HZ-SH4a by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

Learjet's were around. This example, N3HB, was a 35A seen in June 1980.

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N3HBa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

A much rarer type was the Jet Commander, although this particular one was often seen. This time it was in October 1980.

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N187Ga by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

And now some of the bigger examples of a Biz Jet.

VR-BOX an early B737 seen in March 1981.

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VR-BOXa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

B727's would turn up. A40-CF was a nice one seen in February 1981 and used by the Oman Police.

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A40-CFa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

VR-BGW seen in April 1981 seems to show traces of ex Eastern Airlines(?).

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VR-BGWa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

And finally, "short" DC-9 N241TC seen in February 1981.

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N241TCa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

Hope they're of interest.

Paul

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Re: Biz Jets from the 70s and 80s

Post by flat cap » Sat Jan 19, 2013 8:32 pm

Great stuff. More please.
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Re: Biz Jets from the 70s and 80s

Post by noryport » Sat Jan 19, 2013 8:43 pm

Some great shots reflecting a golden era in aircraft.
I love the sabre-liner and jet star.
Also it's nice to see the place and how it was then.... :thumb:
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Re: Biz Jets from the 70s and 80s

Post by uppergreen1 » Sat Jan 19, 2013 9:16 pm

fantastic thanks......... .

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Re: Biz Jets from the 70s and 80s

Post by apgphoto » Sun Jan 20, 2013 2:14 pm

Superb great shots indeed, real memories there!

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Re: Biz Jets from the 70s and 80s

Post by Mike » Sun Jan 20, 2013 3:17 pm

apgphoto wrote:Superb great shots indeed, real memories there!
I'll agree with that, any more please ? :)
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Re: Biz Jets from the 70s and 80s

Post by tomcat14 » Sun Jan 20, 2013 9:19 pm

A couple of you requested some more shots so here are some more Biz Jets from the 70s and 80s at Luton.

N83M a G2 seen on 25 July 1980.

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N83Ma by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

Mexican registered aircraft were very uncommon at this time. This example of a G2 was seen one evening in June 1980.

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XC-PETa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

Fan Jet Falcon F-BRPK was present on 18 May 1979.

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F-BRPKa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

Lovely Jetstar N106G was seen in May 1980.

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N106Ga by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

Corporate B707 N790FA was present in April 1980.

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N790FAa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

A6-HRM was a frequent visitor. Seen in July 1980.

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A6-HRMa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

B737 VR-BEH in on 5 October 1980.

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VR-BEHa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

Beautiful B727 N320HG parked up in June 1980.

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N320HGa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

And finally...what a colour scheme! One-Eleven N5LC shown also in June 1980.

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N5LCa by wokinghampaul, on Flickr

Enjoy.

Paul

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Re: Biz Jets from the 70s and 80s

Post by Marcus G » Sun Jan 20, 2013 11:58 pm

What a superb set, and some real fond memories in the both sets.

The young pups of today just don't know what they have missed.

Thanks for sharing :thumb:

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Re: Biz Jets from the 70s and 80s

Post by neil t » Mon Jan 21, 2013 11:22 pm

What a great set of shots, really enjoyed the Jetstar, Sabreliner and the old Gulfstream 2, all sadly missed.
Neil :thumbs:

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