JFK Sunday 2/24

[wunaladreamin]

It's a little early I know, but if the wx is nice, I'll be out there. Brian, I know you're down. Andy and everyone else, how 'bout it?

[flyboy 28]

If I can afford the gas, I'll be out. I'll also be out on Saturday the 22nd, first EWR then JFK/LGA.

[adam613]

I may go out early in the morning...I have to go to NJ in the afternoon though.

Anyone up for Planeview Park in the morning if the winds cooperate?

[lijk604]

It all depends on when my bird comes home. If it's late in the day, I could be there, if they arrive early afternoon, no way.

[T-Bird76]

Not this weekend, I need some rest after last weekend.

[kc2aqg]

I probably won't be out early on Sunday due to your typical Saturday night activities in the city (read: heavy drinking), but I definitely want to take the new camera out for a spin. Do you think you'll be out towards the afternoon Kenny? If so, I think I can plan on meeting you out there.

[wunaladreamin]

I plan on being there all day bro.

[adam613]

So the winds are forecast to be NW on Sunday...I've got rental reservations on the 100-400 and plan to get to HoBe early...I've never been there before...

[Gerard]

It's a little early I know, but if the wx is nice, I'll be out there. Brian, I know you're down. Andy and everyone else, how 'bout it?

I'll be there at 6:30AM.....NOT spotting!!!(well maybe) LOL!! My wife and youngest son are coming in on Jet Blue from Tucson, Az.

[kc2aqg]

Well, my buddy who was supposed to come up and booze with me on Saturday night won't make it due to the weather today. Looks like I can join you for a full day of spotting on Sunday Kenny! Let me know when you're heading out and I'll meet you, new camera, lenses, and all!

Adam - let me know what your plans are and I can offer you a ride from the subway/train station to Hobe.

[adam613]

Brian and I are car-pooling, courtesy of ZipCar...we should be at HoBe around 8 if all goes well, and we've both got 100-400 lenses, courtesy of Adorama Rentals...:D

[moose135]

I may be available as well, will play it by ear the next couple of days.

[wunaladreamin]

Andy, I'll be heading out soon as the dog wakes me up lol (probably around 0600-0630 ugh). So why don't you call me or shoot me a text whenever you get up and we'll get together.

[flyboy 28]

If all goes as planned, I'm going to make the trek out tomorrow. Is it windy at HoBe? I mean, wear a hat and gloves cold?

[kc2aqg]

Hobe can be fairly windy since it's on the water, and looking at tomorrow's temps, I would say yes, bring hat and gloves.

[brontis5]

I have been outside my apartment and it has been mild, but when I got out to Howard Beach it was freezing.

[Tamon]

Hi,

Air Berlin's A330-300 D-AERS will be coming in to JFK from DUS tomorrow, in case anybody is after this one!

greets

Tamon

[adam613]

Our dark-green Cathay Pacific friend is inbound to JFK today...:D

[pgengler]

I should be out nice and early tomorrow ... see you guys at HoBe!

[Squirrel_PA]

Our dark-green Cathay Pacific friend is inbound to JFK today...

Look like she is going to be the Sunday morning departure :borat: :borat: :borat:

:idea: Roadtrip time.......

[hiss srq]

There is a chance I am going to make an appearnce tomorrow for a little bit before I head out to work.

[adam613]

Holy crap I can't believe I'm up this early...

[pgengler]

You and me both...

[wunaladreamin]

Beautiful sunrise over HoBe. Thank god for little dogs who can't control their bladder or keep their mouths shut lol.

[SengaB]

A few boring shots from today.
http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/clx.jpg

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/ltu.jpg

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/aic.jpg

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/aic747.jpg

http://www.nycaviation.com/hosting/ibe.jpg

Senga

[Iberia A340-600]

Very nice shot of D-AERS, Senga.

And that's awesome that you got to catch both of the Air India's in the afternoon! Was that pretty much as much as the -200LR banked?

[MarkLawrence]

Boring...yeah...right Senga!! :) nice shots!

[Delta777LR]

great shots with the two Air Indias 777200LR and the 747-400

[moose135]

Senga, where were you when you shot the Air Berlin? There was a group of us over at Firestone when she came in - you should have come over!

[AirtrafficController]

Great shots Super Senga glad to see some Hobe shots from the afternoon.

[pgengler]

I'm sure others while chime in with photos, but today was definitely one of the best days to be out spotting. The skies were clear and the light was beautiful, and we were rewarded with a bunch of great planes. Cathay "Asia's World City", Tradewinds Cargo 747, Delta's Grammy-decaled 757, the "30 years" Comair CRJ, two El Al Cargo 747s (one blank, one titled), Asiana Cargo 747, Austrian Star Alliance 767, Eva Air Cargo 747, Habitat, Air Berlin, LOT Star Alliance 767. Had a couple of misses as Miami Air and XL 737s and Birthday Girl went to 31L, and we didn't spot Pink Delta at all, but overall, it was definitely a catch-filled day. I'll get some photos up once I've made some progress of the nearly 1300 I took.

[adam613]

I can't believe I'm the first one to post this...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2408/2289661345_1a62fa2f0b_o.jpg

[PhilDernerJr]

Wow. I think most would agree that this aircraft is the more beautiful one that graces our airport.

[adam613]

Wow. I think most would agree that this aircraft is the more beautiful one that graces our airport.

I dunno...I still haven't caught Habitat :evil:

[PhilDernerJr]

Not to hijack, but Habitat is not an attractive plane, and no 767 can compare to that Cathay.

[Squirrel_PA]

I can't believe I'm the first one to post this...

Adam,
Sweet shot. I just got home and very happy. Even after missing Birthday Girl (going to my happy place now....)

Senga,
At least I know who the other car was at the mounds now for the Air India 747 8)
but the shot of the Air India 772 is off the hook. (going back to my happy place again....)

Btw guy's, the Delta Comair CR9J "30 Years came back in on 22L at sunset.
Also a silver 763 with 3 green waves on the tail (much like British Airways tail) came in as I was getting ready to leave.
I couldn't see any name on the fuselage. Sorry could not ID it as I was being kept company by New York's finest at the time......again.

Great day and much fun with everyone.
Barry

[flyboy 28]

Work interfered with me getting out there (again). Though I couldn't help but think what a great day it would have been with the clear skies and great light. Maybe next time...

[adam613]

Work interfered with me getting out there (again). Though I couldn't help but think what a great day it would have been with the clear skies and great light. Maybe next time...

The light was incredible this morning. Probably the best I've seen since I started spotting. I'd love the winter if it weren't so cold :P

[Cary]

Nice meeting everyone today :) Here are a few low-res shots:

http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u36/soak2179/_NG_01421.jpg

http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u36/soak2179/_NG_01613.jpg

http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u36/soak2179/_NG_01651.jpg

http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u36/soak2179/_NG_01621.jpg

Cary

[SengaB]

Gordon,
Thats basically all the AIC 772 did. He did a small wing dip but it wasn't really noticeable.

John,
I shot the Air Berlin A333 from Costco next to the water. I saw lots of photogs that were in Firestone but didn't recognize anyone/cars when I drove by. When were you there?

Senga

[SengaB]

Gordon,
Thats basically all the AIC 772 did. He did a small wing dip but it wasn't really noticeable.

John,
I shot the Air Berlin A333 from Costco next to the water. I saw lots of photogs that were in Firestone but didn't recognize anyone/cars when I drove by. When were you there?

Senga

[moose135]

It was a great day of spotting today - a great group, terrific conditions, and some interesting subjects. It was good to see everyone today. I didn't get out until this afternoon, but got some good captures over at Firestone.

http://moose135.smugmug.com/photos/258506594_JQXrR-L.jpg

http://moose135.smugmug.com/photos/258505550_M4GHT-L.jpg

First time I've gotten this one!
http://moose135.smugmug.com/photos/258506213_Q62p3-L.jpg

http://moose135.smugmug.com/photos/258505766_XLVK4-L.jpg

I hadn't seen a Star Alliance with a white tail before.
http://moose135.smugmug.com/photos/258506846_8VsiZ-L.jpg

http://moose135.smugmug.com/photos/258505948_q8m3T-L.jpg

http://moose135.smugmug.com/photos/258507084_rq6AJ-L.jpg

This Piaggio P180 flew overhead.
http://moose135.smugmug.com/photos/258506917_RH2ie-L.jpg

At least Josh was able to get out to catch this one today!
http://moose135.smugmug.com/photos/258506375_n5fqW-L.jpg

[moose135]

John,
I shot the Air Berlin A333 from Costco next to the water. I saw lots of photogs that were in Firestone but didn't recognize anyone/cars when I drove by. When were you there?

Senga

Yes I was out there from a little after 2pm until they switched to 22L. We had about 8 guys from NYCA out at Firestone this afternoon.

[kc2aqg]

Today was an awesome day with the weather and light and with some great people! It was a blast being out there all day and this definitely is one of the best days of spotting I have ever had in terms of variety. I'm too tired now to edit all of the 975 photos I shot, but here are my examples from Bayswater this morning. I'll get to the others tomorrow night. Keep in mind that this is my first time shooting with DSLR and I'm not great at editing yet, so these probably could be better...

Catch of the day:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01256.jpg

A new scheme:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01269.jpg

New delta and a new decal:
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01325.jpg

United with winglets (a first for me):
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01300.jpg

Crisp...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01315.jpg

The plane looks good, but I'm not sure what's wrong here, perhaps haze?
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01361.jpg

El Al Cargo climbing like a dog...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01494.jpg

Crisper...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01415.jpg

A nice finale to the morning spotting...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01519.jpg

More to come tomorrow, but I definitely had a blast with you guys. We've got to do it again soon!

[wunaladreamin]

I saw lots of photogs that were in Firestone but didn't recognize anyone/cars when I drove by. When were you there?

Senga

You should have dropped by anyways bro. I am in complete awe of some of your pictures and it would have been a pleasure to meet you.

Andy, nice stuff. As you acclimate to the new gear, you'll get better and better. Sky's the limit.

I'm seriously hung over from last night (damn 151) and I think maybe still a little drunk, so I'll probably wait a wee bit to edit and post. For me, it was probably the second best day of spotting I've had. There was an awesome crowd out there and it was all laughs and cameras. I can't wait to see the gatherings once the weather warms up. Stay safe guys.

[T-Bird76]

Some nice shots here. Looks like the perfect winter light to. I was going to go out but after the previous weekend I really needed to take it easy and get some rest.

[brontis5]

Here is one of my shots of the Cathay 777, I will try to edit and post some more soon. Thanks everyone who was out yesterday for making the day the most fun I have had spotting since I have lived in New York. Take care and can't wait to hang with you all soon, Brian

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q85/brontis5/Cathay777-Internet.jpg

[wunaladreamin]

Here's a bunch I edited quick.

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258772229_Ph9b3-L.jpg

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258772585_kZpXQ-L.jpg

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258772998_y6RBR-L.jpg

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258773148_zWhT3-L.jpg

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258773356_HtpGq-L.jpg

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258773971_UUgC3-L.jpg

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258773852_WZLQX-L.jpg

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258774515_BF7rq-L.jpg

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258775119_vwkAQ-L.jpg

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258775309_qnkB2-L.jpg

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258775437_ziqT9-L.jpg

http://kennys.smugmug.com/photos/258775789_Pm95n-L.jpg

That was all before 1300 hrs. EGADZ! What a day!

[adam613]

Wow. I barely had time to look at my pics before I fell asleep last night, but I hope they came out half as good as all of yours did...

Looking good next weekend too...I should be able to stay out all day next Sunday if the weather holds... :D

[kc2aqg]

I've never had so many shots to edit before! With yesterday's great light and variety, there's just so many to choose from!

An unexpected visitor...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01551.jpg

http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01563.jpg

Get 'em while you can...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01939.jpg

This is for Kenny. Kenny loves Mad Dogs LOL
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01819.jpg

And finally, I can sleep at night now that I have this beauty (and Kenny can't bug me that I missed it, though I'll never live down the skiing story...)
I actually only cropped this picture, it came out so well I didn't even had to edit it...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01889.jpg

I'm convinced that Delta special schemes just hate Adam...sorry buddy...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01802.jpg

Another Asian visitor...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01785.jpg

and another...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01653.jpg

Star Alliance #1
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01768.jpg

Star Alliance #2
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01992.jpg

http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01744.jpg

http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01670.jpg

http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01633.jpg

Another El Al Cargo...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01623.jpg

http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC01597.jpg

http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC02091.jpg

I love this scheme...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC02046.jpg

And quote of the day:
"I'm so excited I'm shooting jetBlue!"
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u246/MD80MadDog/Bayswater%20-%20Mounds%20-%20Firestone%202-24-2008/DSC02109.jpg

I am really REALLY pleased with how all of these came out. What a great day!

[MarkLawrence]

Great shots everyone!!!

[mirrodie]

Great shots! Glad to see everyone was out there in full force!

Kenny, I gotta tell you I love your Cathay shot! The composition is sweet with the Airbusii in the background there.

[SengaB]

John, wunaladreamin,
Hmmm maybe next time then, I'll try yo go where you all are.
:oops:
Senga

[brontis5]

Finally got some time to quickly edit my shots from Sunday. It was hard to narrow down which shots were my favorites, but here they are. Again thanks to everyone that was out there, so much fun shooting and laughing! PS-Kenny when Air Berlin shows up I will get you a memory card.

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q85/brontis5/CathayB-KPF-3.jpg

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q85/brontis5/EmiratesA6-ECE-1.jpg

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q85/brontis5/TAMPT-MVL.jpg

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q85/brontis5/ThaiHS-TLC-2.jpg

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q85/brontis5/Cathay-B-KPE.jpg

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q85/brontis5/ElAl4X-AXL.jpg

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q85/brontis5/Kuwait9K-AOB.jpg

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q85/brontis5/RJ-JY-AIA.jpg

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q85/brontis5/DeltaN171DZ.jpg

[pgengler]

Ok, it took me a while, but I finally got through my photos from 2/24.

Icelandair Cargo 757. I had caught this same plane on approach last time I was out, but the sun was hiding.
http://photos.pgengler.net/photos/2008-02-24/scaled/IMG_1859.jpg

TACA A321. This is a new catch for me.
http://photos.pgengler.net/photos/2008-02-24/scaled/IMG_1882.jpg

Cayman Airways 737, another new catch.
http://photos.pgengler.net/photos/2008-02-24/scaled/IMG_2033.jpg

Cathay "World City":
http://photos.pgengler.net/photos/2008-02-24/scaled/IMG_2074.jpg

Comair "30 year" special:
http://photos.pgengler.net/photos/2008-02-24/scaled/IMG_2081.jpg

Delta Grammy Awards 757:
http://photos.pgengler.net/photos/2008-02-24/scaled/IMG_2163.jpg

Surprise! Asiana Cargo 747 in daylight:
http://photos.pgengler.net/photos/2008-02-24/scaled/IMG_2459.jpg

El Al Cargo 747, another first for me:
http://photos.pgengler.net/photos/2008-02-24/scaled/IMG_2543.jpg

Eva Air Cargo 747 (second time I've caught Eva, first was an MD-11 on A380 day):
http://photos.pgengler.net/photos/2008-02-24/scaled/IMG_2747.jpg

Habitat (second time for me):
http://photos.pgengler.net/photos/2008-02-24/scaled/IMG_2762.jpg

Air Berlin (while I was checking the reg for this, it turns out I'd caught it still in LTU colors (http://photos.pgengler.net/gallery/2007-09-01/IMG_7667), last September):
http://photos.pgengler.net/photos/2008-02-24/scaled/IMG_2844.jpg

Not posted is Austrian Star Alliance. I've caught that one enough that I'd rather catch the regular scheme!