Cabin-boy Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 56 minutes ago, Jim said: I presume/hope in this day and age that BF/the port might have (or have hired) someone with a drone for some aerial footage at some point. (In the same way I presume one doesn't just fly a drone anywhere near a naval dockyard) Drop an email to the Kremlin, they'll probably have something buzzing around. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/mystery-unmanned-300000-spy-ship-22824169.amp&ved=2ahUKEwjXmqmJua_sAhVS1BoKHSFCAoIQFjAGegQICBAB&usg=AOvVaw26B_GrGSBoOFKBDnh--BZz&cf=1 Ed 1 Link to post Share on other sites
wortley Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 Could Christmas cruises to and from China become a regular feature? Link to post Share on other sites
Botley Dan Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 Is there any indication when it might be back in Pompey after tomorrow- I have an extremely miffed 10 year old who is going to miss the first arrival due to school!! Link to post Share on other sites
Shipping Forecast Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 1 hour ago, Jim said: (In the same way I presume one doesn't just fly a drone anywhere near a naval dockyard) See https://dronesafetymap.com/#loc=50.8150482,-1.1399183,12.716666666666669 for Portsmouth. Zoom in to see individual sites from naval establishments to parks and schools. The dockyard shows as an "AREA OF INCREASED RISK : RADIO INTERFERENCE" plus MILITARY USE INDICATED Flying in this area is likely to be prohibited. This area is associated with military land and/or air use and your operation within it is likely to be prohibited. Link to post Share on other sites
Shipping Forecast Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 (edited) Deleted Edited October 12 by Shipping Forecast Site hung and reposted Link to post Share on other sites
cvabishop Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 Quote The dockyard shows as an "AREA OF INCREASED RISK : RADIO INTERFERENCE" When I had a boat it was understood that GPS in Portsmouth Harbour could be unreliable due to the powerful naval radars. Link to post Share on other sites
captjack Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 Many years ago when up at Portsdown they were testing the new radars for the type 45’s and other stuff no doubt, our GPS went off, no signal. Did make dredging off the Nab awkward, the Crown gave us dispensation, had to log position brg and distance, not as accurate as the GPS by a long way. Link to post Share on other sites
David Williams Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 56 minutes ago, Botley Dan said: Is there any indication when it might be back in Pompey after tomorrow- I have an extremely miffed 10 year old who is going to miss the first arrival due to school!! I imagine that it will be the 3rd December Link to post Share on other sites
TonyMWeaver Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 (edited) 3 hours ago, Jim said: I presume/hope in this day and age that BF/the port might have (or have hired) someone with a drone for some aerial footage at some point. 'Solent Sky Services' normally. I've decided not to go down tomorrow morning. Seeing as Galica will be on berth 2 first, presumably bow out, I should get some decent shots then. She's down to move to berth 3 at 12:00, no mention of her going onto berth 4. I've managed to get on two harbour tours one after the other, so with a bit of luck, may see her on berth 3 too. Edited October 12 by TonyMWeaver Link to post Share on other sites
TonyMWeaver Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 1 hour ago, Botley Dan said: Is there any indication when it might be back in Pompey after tomorrow- I have an extremely miffed 10 year old who is going to miss the first arrival due to school!! Unless Galicia comes in with BF crew for training, it will be December 3rd like David said. Link to post Share on other sites
David Williams Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 10 minutes ago, TonyMWeaver said: Unless Galicia comes in with BF crew for training, it will be December 3rd like David said. I guess that she might if they are really doing Le Havre trials in November Link to post Share on other sites
cvabishop Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 Why all the urgency to get 'first pictures'? The ship will be in service for many years and there will be plenty of photo opps. Anyway, modern ferries all look a bit anonymous and I rather think tht prospective travellers will be much more interested in their interior appointments and catering facilities. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
The Ferry Man Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 1 minute ago, cvabishop said: Why all the urgency to get 'first pictures'? The ship will be in service for many years and there will be plenty of photo opps. Anyway, modern ferries all look a bit anonymous and I rather think tht prospective travellers will be much more interested in their interior appointments and catering facilities. It's been a depressing year! need something to cheer me up! 1 Link to post Share on other sites
cvabishop Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 Quote It's been a depressing year! need something to cheer me up! Can't really argue with that I guess. Especially as you may only be able to see the exterior for some time to come. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Botley Dan Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 (edited) 43 minutes ago, TonyMWeaver said: Unless Galicia comes in with BF crew for training, it will be December 3rd like David said. Many thanks - appreciate the reply. Edited October 12 by Botley Dan Link to post Share on other sites
David Williams Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 18 minutes ago, cvabishop said: Why all the urgency to get 'first pictures'? This an enthusiasts site ! Link to post Share on other sites
Botley Dan Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 22 minutes ago, cvabishop said: Why all the urgency to get 'first pictures'? The ship will be in service for many years and there will be plenty of photo opps. Anyway, modern ferries all look a bit anonymous and I rather think tht prospective travellers will be much more interested in their interior appointments and catering facilities. Well in my household I have a 10 year old boy whose transport interest is ferries!! For him it’s a big deal to miss it’s first arrival - I have no idea where this interest has come from, we were booked to go to see the Kerry in the October half term before it goes out of service via Dublin on wb yeats but that’s been ruined by Covid too!! Link to post Share on other sites
TonyMWeaver Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 32 minutes ago, cvabishop said: Why all the urgency to get 'first pictures'? Because it will be clean and white. Link to post Share on other sites
The Ferry Man Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 Just now, TonyMWeaver said: Because it will be clean and white. Will it though...? It's already sailed halfway round the world! *amazing when you think of it like that!* How clean was the Edda/Estrid? Link to post Share on other sites
Cabin-boy Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 41 minutes ago, cvabishop said: Why all the urgency to get 'first pictures'? The ship will be in service for many years and there will be plenty of photo opps. Anyway, modern ferries all look a bit anonymous and I rather think tht prospective travellers will be much more interested in their interior appointments and catering facilities. But she's UK-flagged for now which is a bit rare. Ed. Link to post Share on other sites
The Ferry Man Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 19 minutes ago, Cabin-boy said: But she's UK-flagged for now which is a bit rare. Ed. What was the Cap Finistere flagged as when she came to Portsmouth with the full superfast red hull? Link to post Share on other sites
Cabin-boy Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 3 minutes ago, The Ferry Man said: What was the Cap Finistere flagged as when she came to Portsmouth with the full superfast red hull? I have no idea I'm afraid but someone will know. Ed. Link to post Share on other sites
TonyMWeaver Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 'Galicia' is now leaving Cherbourg. Link to post Share on other sites
LHCity Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 9 minutes ago, TonyMWeaver said: 'Galicia' is now leaving Cherbourg. What is the test schedule for the next few days? Link to post Share on other sites
TonyMWeaver Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 1 minute ago, LHCity said: What is the test schedule for the next few days? Portsmouth all day tomorrow, Plymouth on Wednesday just for one ramp trial. Bilbao Thursday, Santander Friday. Dry dock after but not sure of the date. Link to post Share on other sites
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