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Lassù, dove il mirto contende le radure al rododendro e il larice ascolta l'eco di valli lontane, il cielo decise un giorno di adagarsi a contemplare le vette innevate. Se ne innamorò. E fu così che lasciò infiniti frammenti di sè sparsi sulla catena montuosa più affascinante del mondo: il Lagorai.
Schegge di cielo sulla terra.
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Some background:
became clear in the 1980s that the sub-sonic aircraft were inadequate for air combat and airspace interdiction, Austria purchased 24 reconditioned J 35 Draken fighter aircraft to supersede the Saab 105 as the Austrian Air Force's main interceptor in 1988. The Saab 105 remained in service as a trainer/surveillance aircraft.
Until 1985, when the first of twenty-four Saab J-35Ö Drakens were delivered, the country had remained essentially without the capacity to contest violations of its airspace. The Drakens, reconditioned after having served the Swedish Air Force since the early 1960s, were armed only with a cannon, in accordance with the restrictions on missiles in the State Treaty of 1955.
However, following Austria's revised interpretation of its obligations under the treaty, a decision was made in 1993 to procure Sidewinder air-to-air missiles (also from Sweden) and, after several incidents with Yugoslavian aircraft entering Austrian airspace in the early 1990ies, to enhance the country's defence capabilities.
Being a neutral state with limited resources, the Austrian government was pleased when its neighbor Germany made an unexpected proposal in early 1991: When East and West Germany unified, the West German Air Force inherited in 1990 18 MiG-23BNs, 9 MiG-23MFs, 28 MiG-23MLs, MiG-23UBs from East Germany. None of these aircraft were integrated into the West German Air Force, though.
Twelve former East German MiG-23s were supplied to the U.S., but surplus airframes, which would otherwise have been scrapped, were offered to Austria for the symbolic price of 1€ per airframe.
Since phaseout of the Austrian Drakens was already scheduled to begin about 1995, these potential replacement aircraft would buy time and fill the gap for a modern interceptor. Studies were already under way to select a Draken replacement, probably one that could be configured for both air defense and ground support missions. Possible replacements for the Draken were the United States F-16, F-18 as well as Sweden's JAS 39 Gripen. In parallel, the Eurofighter project was already taking up pace as another potential option, and this aircraft was finally favored, even though many political issues delayed its service entry far more than expected.
The MiG-23 deal was quickly finalized, and already in late 1991 a total of 18 former NVA-LSK MiG-23ML interceptors were transferred to Austrian Air Force's "Fliegerwerft B" at Nittner Air Base, where they'd be overhauled and updated with NATO-compatible equipment.
In order to fit into service and existing systems, several modifications were made. The most significant one was the integration of a new planar array radar, the Emerson AN/APG-69. The APG-69 offered beyond visual range capability and a complete suite of air-to-air and air-to-ground modes. The air-to-air modes included velocity search for long-range wide-angle searches, track-while-scan, single target track and dogfight modes that locked onto the closest target.
The air-to-ground modes included Doppler-Beam Sharpening mapping, moving target search and track, and even sea-surface-search modes. The new radar was more reliable and had a maximum detection range of about 65 km against a fighter-sized target, and still 25 km in look-down mode. The MiG’s navigation suite received a new, much improved autopilot. New radio and datalink systems were also installed. The original TP-23ML IRST was retained and integrated into the weapon suite, offering passive tracking capabilities.
Despite being able to carry and guide the AIM-7 Sparrow missile with its APG-69, the MiG-23Ö, how the modified version was now called, would only be equipped with short-range AIM-9P5 all aspect Sidewinders, unguided missiles and a single internal 30mm ADEN cannon, which replaced the MiG-23's original, twin-barreled Gryazev-Shipunov GSh-23-2 cannon under the fuselage.
The first aircraft became operational in May 1993 and were to be exclusively used in the interceptor role, as a stopgap and relief for the Saab 35Ö while waiting for the Eurofighter to become available. The latter took much longer than expected: eventually, the venerable MiG-23Ö soldiered on until - finally - the Eurofighter was ready for service in Austria in July 2007, and at that time only 8 MiGs were still in flyworthy condition. The Austrian Drakens had already been taken out of service in 2005, leaving a huge gap in the country's aerial defence. All remaining MiG-23Ö were scrapped and replaced by a total of 15 Eurofighter aircraft, which were all allocated to 3rd Air Surveillance Squadron at Zeltweg AB.
General characteristics
Crew: One
Length: 16.70 m (56 ft 9.5)
Wingspan: Spread, 13.97 m (45 ft 10 in)
Height: 4.82 m (15 ft 9.75 in)
Wing area: 37.35 m² spread, 34.16 m² swept (402.05 ft² / 367.71 ft²)
Empty weight: 9,595 kg (21,153 lb)
Loaded weight: 15,700 kg (34,612 lb)
Max. takeoff weight: 18,030 kg (39,749 lb)
Powerplant:
1× Khatchaturov R-35-300 afterburning turbojet, 83.6 kN dry, 127 kN afterburning (18,850 lbf / 28,700 lbf)
Performance
Maximum speed: Mach 2.32, 2,445 km/h at altitude; Mach 1.14, 1,350 km/h at sea level (1,553 mph / 840 mph)
Range: 1,150 km with six AAMs combat, 2,820 km ferry (570 mi / 1,750 mi)
Service ceiling: 18,500 m (60,695 ft)
Rate of climb: 240 m/s (47,245 ft/min)
Wing loading: 420 kg/m² (78.6 lb/ft²)
Thrust/weight: 0.88
Armament
1x 30mm ADEN cannon in an underfuselage fairing with 200 rounds
Two fuselage, two wing glove, and two wing pylons for up to 3,000 kg (6,610 lb) of stores
The kit and its assembly:
This whif had been in the pipeline for a long time – I had anything ready, but never had the nerve to start it.
Actually, this Austrian MiG-23 is an excuse to apply a rather weird experimental camouflage scheme which the German Luftwaffe had tested on its F-4F Phantom II with the tactical code 38+56 – one of the many experiments during the early eighties. Anyway, I did not want to apply it to an F-4F, and eventually my choice fell on the Flogger.
The kit is the Academy offering, which is simple, cheap and not really bad. The landing gear is nice and stable, you even have the option to switch the canopy hatch between an open and closed position.
I basically built it OOB, just with some minor twists:
● New ejection seat and a Matchbox pilot figure, plus some cockpit details added
● A cannon fairing from a Bae Hwk replaces the Gsh-23 cannon under the fuselage
● A pair of AIM-9 and respective launch rails make up the ordnance
● Some pitots and air scoops around the fuselage were added
Painting and markings:
As mentioned earlier, this is a free variation of what 38+56 carried – and it looks weird.
The basic colors are RAL 6014 (Gelboliv, I used RLM 81 and FS 34087 from Modelmaster ), RAL 7000 (Fehgrau, Humbrol 145/FS 34237 is a good match) and a slightly darkened RAL 7035 (used Humbrol 127, which was also used on the flanks); from below, the thing carries a splinter scheme in RAL 7001 and 7035 (Modelmaster's Italian Blue Grey and RAL 63). A very complex scheme, asymmetrical, with many different shapes and patterns mixed into a very effective livery.
The kit was lightly weathered with a light black ink wash and some dry-painted panels, the cockpit became Neutral Grey (Humbrol 176) instead of the stereotypical turquise, the landing gear and the wells were painted with Steel Metallizer.
The markings come primarily from a Heller F-5E, the '08' on the tail actually belongs under the wing of a Royal Navy Sea Harrier... some stencils and warning signs were added from the scrap box (e. g. from German Tornados) or simply painted.
Finally, the kit was sealed under a coat of matt acrylic varnish.
What do you think? The paint scheme might not 100% fit the MiG-23 (esp at the waist area), but together with the Austrian markings the 'Ö'-Flogger looks pretty plausible, if not pretty?
While hiking with my friend Bekki in Colorado, we happened upon the remains of a homestead or maybe a hunter's shack. It was up in the mountains and looks like it was nestled against a huge rock, most likely to protect it from the elements. I'm not sure how all that worked out considering all that was left were splinters scattered about. Still, if I was going to camp, that is where I would set up if for no other reason than the view.
This image was taken in JPG using only the settings in my camera, there was no post-processing or editing.
Sarah Splinter.
Rarely do I comment about a model, but she really clicked with my lens, or maybe it was me? :)
Toronto, Canada ~ April 19, 2017.
Although most skin splinters consist of wood, their appearances are variable.
Images contributed by Dr. Jeffrey Cloutier - @JCloutierMD
Sarah Splinter.
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Toronto, Canada ~ April 16, 2016.
Jorma Gallen-Kallelan jalasta poistetaan tikkua.
Taiteilija Akseli Gallen-Kallelan perhe eli vuosina 1909-10 Brittiläisessä Itä-Afrikassa, nykyisessä Keniassa. Jorma ja hänen isänsä kävivät usein safareilla metsästämässä, apunaan paikallista väestöä. Useiden eläinten nahat ja sarvet otettiin talteen ja lahjoitettiin myöhemmin Helsingin yliopistolle.
kuvauspaikka: Brittiläinen Itä-Afrikka
ajoitus: kesäkuu 1910
kuvaaja:
mitat: 82x80 mm
tekniikka: valokuvavedos
merkintöjä:
inventointinumero: Kot. 4/2
kokoelma: Akseli Gallen-Kallelan valokuvakokoelma
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File name: 06_05_000002
Accession no.: 1942.1.1
Title: Splinter Beach
Alternative title:
Creator/Contributor: Bellows, George, 1882-1925 (artist)
Date created: 1912
Physical description: 1 drawing : crayon, graphite, ink and wash on cream colored paper ; 17 13/16 x 22 15/16 in.
Genre: Drawings
Notes: Signed "Geo Bellows"
Provenance: Sold by H.V. Allison Galleries to Albert H. Wiggin, 1942. Gifted to the Boston Public Library.
Location: Boston Public Library, Print Department
Rights: No known restrictions
I woke up, sand in my mouth. Splinters of wood from the Rosalie littered the beach around me. My right eye was swollen shut and i had a minor cut on my chest. I recall the Rosalie crashing upon those rocks. She was quite the vessel until this. My first thought was Jessie. We set out on this voyage together to resurrect our childhood trip but this time things have gone so terribly wrong.
Sarah Splinter.
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Toronto, Canada ~ April 16, 2016.
This is a set of computer renders done to illustrate what the Splinter will look like when completed. We make no promises however, and being as the car is not completed, changes may arise.
Sarah Splinter.
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Toronto, Canada ~ April 16, 2016.
A local mobilisation of anti-fascists matched in number a national demonstration called by the EDL in Birmingham with around 350 supporters from trade unions, community groups, faith groups and councillors demonstrating their opposition to the EDL in Birmingham.
The 'We are Birmingham - Don't let the racists divide us' rally organised by Birmingham Unite Against Fascism was supported by Salma Yaqoob, Carl Chinn, Roger Godsiff MP, Jack Dromey MP, Rabbi Margaret Jacobi from the Birmingham Progressive Synagogue, Muhammed Sarfraz Madni, Executive Member and Imam from Birmingham Central Mosque and Robert Brenchley from Ladywood Methodist Church.
A statement released by them as well a number of trade union general secretaries said "We, the undersigned, condemn the decision by the English Defence League (EDL) to come to Birmingham on Saturday 11th. October. We believe it is a cynical attempt by the EDL to use the appalling crime of child sexual exploitation in Rotherham to further its own selfish ends. We support and seek justice for all victims of sexual exploitation regardless of their social or ethnic background. We condemn and seek prosecution of all those responsible for these crimes irrespective of their ethnicity or creed."
"The EDL is a racist and fascist group dedicated to attacking Asian people and Muslims. Many former members of the fascist BNP, the Nazi National Front and other fascist organisations are active in the EDL and its splinter groups. These fascists and racists should be condemned and opposed. We must not give a quarter to those who would judge an entire religion, race or nationality by the actions of a few. Islamophobia – bigotry against Muslims – is as unacceptable as any other form of racism. Today they threaten Muslims, tomorrow it could be Jewish people, Hindus, Sikhs, black people, LGBT people, Travellers or Eastern Europeans."
The rally was entertained bands including Thatchers Lovechild, poets an singers as well as speeches from black students, local councillors trade unions, LGBT and disabled activists. The demonstation was also supported and addressed by the local Palestine Solidarity Campaign and a messae of solidarity was read out from Greek ant fascists opposing the the Golden Dawn, a fascist party growing against the back drop of brutal austerity measures in Europe.
Citing the examples of Nick Griffin being expelled from his own party, the BNP and Tommy Robinson resigning from the EDL, UAF pledged to confront racist and fascist organisations wherever they seek to "divide communities" with their "message of hate."
The EDL demonstration was less than an eighth of the size of last year but questions still remain over the policing of the operation. Contraversy hit the press after Bar Risa on Broad Street claimed they were "forced" by the police to faciliate two hours of drinking by the EDL before the demonstration in a move which was widely condemned.
Birmingham Unite Against Fascism became aware of claims that staff at the venue were advised only white staff should work the shift. GMB union called on the bar, which is not normally open at those times, not to open in order to protect all of its staff. Other venues on Broad Street have refused to open for the EDL regardless of police requests.
UAF protesters also condemned what they called heavy policing tactics at the beginning of the day. Despite being in negotiations with the police for weeks and publically calling their demonstration in Victoria Square they arrived to a section 14 notice threatening arrest and a "steel cage" in Chamberlain Square which they sought to force protestors into. UAF negotiated with the police to remove the barriers, allow freedom of movement and march into the square only after they believed the majority of protestors arrived.
Organisers of the UAF demonstration said "The people of Birmingham should not be punished and forced into a cage for standing up to racists in the city. We are surprised the police see the citizens of their own city as more of a public order issue than the EDL."
"When policing the EDL they appear to have undertaken an identical operation as last year, rolling out the red carpet, actively forcing a bar to facilitate drinking for two hours and then allow the EDL to spout their messages of hate by a war memorial of all places."
Last year the EDL caused hundreds of thousands of pounds of damage to the city, racially abused by-standers and even injured police officers during two hours of disorder. The court cases are still ongoing.