This is it; the 365th day of the year 2014.
What will happen in year 2015?
My answer: Que Sera Sera (Whatever will be, will be).
Farewell 2014, It's been a emotional year; the disappearance of MH370 and the MH17 shootdown is a big blow to Malaysia.Not to forget the QZ8501 crash, and also the East Coast Great Flood.
May the year 2015 will bring new chapter in our lives.
Happy New Year 2015, and May the Almighty God bless us all.
And this song is dedicated to all of you:
Auld Lang Syne
Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
And never brought to mind?
Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
And auld lang syne!
For auld lang syne, my dear,
For auld lang syne.
We'll take a cup o' kindness yet,
For auld lang syne.
Regards,
Tamizi Hj Tamby
Wednesday 31 December 2014
Tuesday 30 December 2014
CRASHED: Indonesia AirAsia Flight 8501 (SUB-SIN),28 December 2014
Sunday December 28th, 2014; another black day in the 2014 aviation calendar.
Indonesia AirAsia flight 8501 (QZ8501/AWQ8501), flying from Juanda International Airport, Surabaya, Indonesia to Changi International Airport, Singapore with 162 persons onboard (155 passengers and 7 crews), lost contact at 06:17am Indonesian time.
The aircraft involved in the incident are:
Aircraft: Airbus 320-216
Registration: PK-AXC
CN: 3648
Delivered: 16th October 2013
Indonesia AirAsia flight 8501 (QZ8501/AWQ8501), flying from Juanda International Airport, Surabaya, Indonesia to Changi International Airport, Singapore with 162 persons onboard (155 passengers and 7 crews), lost contact at 06:17am Indonesian time.
The aircraft involved in the incident are:
Aircraft: Airbus 320-216
Registration: PK-AXC
CN: 3648
Delivered: 16th October 2013
The last photo of X-ray Charlie on Airliners.net database, dated June 21st, 2014
Photo copyright- Roberto Prawiro via Airliners.net
Up to this moment, the Search and Rescue Operation are currently underway, and crews spotted debris believed from the ill-fated flight. And afterwards,upon close inspection debris discovered by the SAR team has been confirmed from the missing flight. Besides than debris, they have human remains as well.
Thursday 25 December 2014
My latest addition to the collection: SilkAir B737-800 by Lupa (Scale 1:200)
Yesterday, for the first time ever, I've doing a plane model shopping directly from overseas via online (prior to that I only bought directly through local shop or via fellow collector). And the model was Boeing 737-800 of SilkAir of Singapore, manufactured by Lupa in 1:200 scale. The model was made to commemorate the delivery of their Boeing 737-800 aircraft in February 2014, and also marks the return of Boeing aircraft on their fleet. Previously, they operated a fleet of 6 Boeing 737-300 (with one of the aircraft, 9V-TRF written off in SilkAir flight 185 in Musi River, Palembang, Indonesia on 19 December 1997, killing all passengers and crew onboard) from 1991 to 1999.
From 1999 to January 2014, SilkAir operates all-Airbus fleet (A319 and A320) until the delivery of the B737-800 in February 2014.
Bought at SilkAir's Skyshop, the model was sold for SGD 20.00 (add SGD 28.00 for shipping to Malaysia), and the final price was SGD 48.00 (MYR 136.68 according to the SGD to MYR rate on December 24th). Always check for the SGD to MYR rate daily, who knows you will do the payment cheaper.
Actually, this model would become my second SilkAir aircraft model (the first was her fellow sister, Airbus A320-200 in 1:400 scale, made by Herpa), and also the fifth Singaporean-registered aircraft model (after my Tiger Airways A320-200, SQ B727-200s by Apollo).
Since the order was received on December 24th, so I'm expecting to receive the model probably after Boxing Day (December 26th) or probably before the New Year's Eve (December 31st).
Can't wait to receive this model later!
From 1999 to January 2014, SilkAir operates all-Airbus fleet (A319 and A320) until the delivery of the B737-800 in February 2014.
Bought at SilkAir's Skyshop, the model was sold for SGD 20.00 (add SGD 28.00 for shipping to Malaysia), and the final price was SGD 48.00 (MYR 136.68 according to the SGD to MYR rate on December 24th). Always check for the SGD to MYR rate daily, who knows you will do the payment cheaper.
Actually, this model would become my second SilkAir aircraft model (the first was her fellow sister, Airbus A320-200 in 1:400 scale, made by Herpa), and also the fifth Singaporean-registered aircraft model (after my Tiger Airways A320-200, SQ B727-200s by Apollo).
Photo courtesy of SilkAir Skyshop
Since the order was received on December 24th, so I'm expecting to receive the model probably after Boxing Day (December 26th) or probably before the New Year's Eve (December 31st).
Can't wait to receive this model later!
My latest addition to the collection: Qatar Airways A330-200 (A7-ACH) by Phoenix (Scale 1:400)
Although it's not a new release, but I've managed to acquire this model from a fellow collector through FB. The model was actually bought earlier (November 2014) but only today I'm uploading the photos.
This current livery was adopted in 2006, where the 'Qatar' wording was painted in burgundy color, and the Arabic word of Qatar (Al-Qatariyah) in darker grey. On the tailfin, it depicted the burgundy-colored Oryx (the national animal of Qatar) in a grey background. The first time i'm seeing the actual aircraft (the registration may differ) was on March 2013, where it was about to returning to her home base in Doha (QR operates A332 & B773ER for DOH-KUL-DOH route). And to commemorate the sighting of that a/c, I've decided to acquire the model, but only this year I've managed to get this model. Besides than that, I'm also dedicating this model to a close friend of mine, where she used to be a Flight Stewardess at Qatar Airways, before returning to Malaysia for good. To Cik Asyekin, this posting is dedicated to you.
Here are the photos of the model, Enjoy!
This current livery was adopted in 2006, where the 'Qatar' wording was painted in burgundy color, and the Arabic word of Qatar (Al-Qatariyah) in darker grey. On the tailfin, it depicted the burgundy-colored Oryx (the national animal of Qatar) in a grey background. The first time i'm seeing the actual aircraft (the registration may differ) was on March 2013, where it was about to returning to her home base in Doha (QR operates A332 & B773ER for DOH-KUL-DOH route). And to commemorate the sighting of that a/c, I've decided to acquire the model, but only this year I've managed to get this model. Besides than that, I'm also dedicating this model to a close friend of mine, where she used to be a Flight Stewardess at Qatar Airways, before returning to Malaysia for good. To Cik Asyekin, this posting is dedicated to you.
Here are the photos of the model, Enjoy!
My latest addition to the collection: Malaysian Airline System Fokker 27 by Aeroclassics (Scale 1:400)
It's been 4 months since i've updated this blog; therefore it's time to updating it again.
Recently, I've managed to get myself the Malaysian Airline System (MAS) Fokker 27 turboprop, made by Aeroclassics. This model itself is a hot-seller, especially for the Malaysian collectors.
The model itself was bought from a fellow collector (where she mentioned that she had to pay for a high price for that model), and fortunately she managed to secure few units of that model.
Again, thanks to Mrs. Keena of Malaysianwings for helping me buying this model.
The actual aircraft (9M-MCI; cn 10471) was built on 1971, By early 1990s, all MH F-27s finally retired from service, to be replaced by brand-new Fokker 50.
Photo of Charlie India taken at Penang International Airport on April 1978
Photo Copyright - Doug Green via Airliners.net
Here are the pictures; enjoy.
Recently, I've managed to get myself the Malaysian Airline System (MAS) Fokker 27 turboprop, made by Aeroclassics. This model itself is a hot-seller, especially for the Malaysian collectors.
The model itself was bought from a fellow collector (where she mentioned that she had to pay for a high price for that model), and fortunately she managed to secure few units of that model.
Again, thanks to Mrs. Keena of Malaysianwings for helping me buying this model.
The actual aircraft (9M-MCI; cn 10471) was built on 1971, By early 1990s, all MH F-27s finally retired from service, to be replaced by brand-new Fokker 50.
Photo of Charlie India taken at Penang International Airport on April 1978
Photo Copyright - Doug Green via Airliners.net
Here are the pictures; enjoy.
Saturday 2 August 2014
Pan Am B727-200 "Clipper Peerless" by Gemini Jets
Got this one for my model collection.
It's a Pan Am Boeing 727-200 (N365PA "Clipper Peerless), by Gemini Jets.
Here are the history of the actual plane:
First Flight : September 23, 1981
Delivery Date : December 29, 1981
Built as : B727-221/Adv (converted to -221/Adv (RE) Super 27)
In service : 1981 - 1991
Other rego: N728VA,N728FV,XA-TKV
Other Operator : UltrAir, Express One International, Airline of Americas, Carnival Airlines, Allegro Air.
Status : Stored without engines at Marana (Pinal Airpark), AZ, USA since October 2002.
Here are the photos of the model..
And the photos of the actual aircraft from the web:
It's a Pan Am Boeing 727-200 (N365PA "Clipper Peerless), by Gemini Jets.
Here are the history of the actual plane:
First Flight : September 23, 1981
Delivery Date : December 29, 1981
Built as : B727-221/Adv (converted to -221/Adv (RE) Super 27)
In service : 1981 - 1991
Other rego: N728VA,N728FV,XA-TKV
Other Operator : UltrAir, Express One International, Airline of Americas, Carnival Airlines, Allegro Air.
Status : Stored without engines at Marana (Pinal Airpark), AZ, USA since October 2002.
Here are the photos of the model..
And the photos of the actual aircraft from the web:
Photos Copyright - Frank C. Duarte Jr. via Airliners.net
Photo Copyright - DPAviation via Airliners.net
Photo of her after leaving Pan-Am to other operator. In this photo, she was operated by Express One International, and she was also converted to the (RE) Super 27 configuration.
Eid-ul-Fitr 1435AH / 2014AD
Firstly, allow me to wish a Happy Eid Mubarak to all.
Best wishes,
Tamizi Hj Tamby.
Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri 1435H / 2014M
Maaf Zahir dan Batin
Let us forgive and reconnect with each other again, and also may all of our deeds done during the holy month of Ramadhan is accepted by the Almighty God, Ameen.
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1st of Syawal 1435AH |
3rd of Syawal 1435AH
And on 31/07/2014, my cousin paid a visit as well. Here are the photos:
May all of us enjoying each other this Eid.
Best wishes,
Tamizi Hj Tamby.
Saturday 19 July 2014
Murder in the Sky - Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 Shootdown
On 17th of July 2014, Malaysia and the International community was shocked when a commercial plane was shoot down in Ukraine-Russia border. And shockingly, the ill-fated flight was Malaysia Airlines Flight 17.
The incident, which was believed to be carried out by pro-Russian rebels, is yet to be determined as both sides (Ukraine & Russia) are blaming each others.
Here are the info of the ill-fated aircraft:
Aircraft : Boeing 777-2H6/ER
Registration : 9M-MRD (Romeo Delta)
cn: 28411/84
First Flight : 17th July 1997
Other info: Painted in Heliconia livery from 2005 to 2008.
The ill-fated flight was shot down using the Buk Missile System.
Al-Fatihah and condolences to all souls perished in this incident.
Goodbye Romeo Delta (17/07/1997 - 17/07/2014)
The incident, which was believed to be carried out by pro-Russian rebels, is yet to be determined as both sides (Ukraine & Russia) are blaming each others.
Here are the info of the ill-fated aircraft:
Aircraft : Boeing 777-2H6/ER
Registration : 9M-MRD (Romeo Delta)
cn: 28411/84
First Flight : 17th July 1997
Other info: Painted in Heliconia livery from 2005 to 2008.
Photo of the ill-fated aircraft, still in Heliconia livery in 2006, when departing Zurich.
Photo copyright - Samuel Schneeberger via Airliners.net
The last known photo of Romeo Delta, snapped at Los Angeles International Airport on
14th February 2014
Photo copyright - Andre Leitenberger via Airliners.net
And here are the photos from the crash site (sources from the internet):
The ill-fated flight was shot down using the Buk Missile System.
Al-Fatihah and condolences to all souls perished in this incident.
Goodbye Romeo Delta (17/07/1997 - 17/07/2014)
Saturday 21 June 2014
Program "Sirih Pulang ke Gagang" : "Lan Ngabas" at Late Datuk Seri Abang Haji Zainuddin Abang Adi residence, 1st of June 2014
The final destination for the "Lan Ngabas" Program in conjunction with the "Sirih Pulang ke Gagang" program was the residence of the Late Datuk Seri Abang Haji Zainuddin Abang Adi, former Sibu Divisional Resident. Here are the photos during the Program:
Photo of Late Datuk Seri and her wife
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