Avalon Airshow 1-6 March 2011

[coolumbla]

think i get car parking with the gold pass thingy i have
I am assuming that junior delinquents ticket will also have a free car parking ticket so we may be able to utilise it

Just checked
only get free car parking no preferential stuff

bugger
Prohibited Items
4.1 Persons, vehicles, aircraft and containers are not permitted to enter the Event site (or carparks) with any prohibited item.
4.2 Prohibited items include:-
(i) materials, substances, explosives, pyrotechnics, weapons (including replica and toy firearms), projectiles and similar devices,
(ii) placards, flags, banners, signs, brochures and leaflets,
(iii) megaphones, amplifiers, loud speakers, lights and lasers,
(iv) paint, chemicals, spray cans, apparatus and equipment,
(v) bicycles, scooters, golf carts and items of personal conveyance (other than wheelchairs for use by disabled persons),
(vi) stoves, barbecues and cooking equipment,
(vii) tents, structures, shelters and elevated seating,
(viii) shade and/or beach umbrellas
which, in the opinion of the Organisers, have or may have the potential to cause damage, injury, hazard, danger, disruption, public nuisance, offence, distress, public inconvenience or security risk.
4.3 All unlawful substances are prohibited items.
4.4 Alcohol may not be brought onto the Event site except with the prior express approval of the Organisers.

 

[munitalP]

bugger
Prohibited Items
4.1 Persons, vehicles, aircraft and containers are not permitted to enter the Event site (or carparks) with any prohibited item.
4.2 Prohibited items include:-
(i) materials, substances, explosives, pyrotechnics, weapons (including replica and toy firearms), projectiles and similar devices,
(ii) placards, flags, banners, signs, brochures and leaflets,
(iii) megaphones, amplifiers, loud speakers, lights and lasers,
(iv) paint, chemicals, spray cans, apparatus and equipment,
(v) bicycles, scooters, golf carts and items of personal conveyance (other than wheelchairs for use by disabled persons),
(vi) stoves, barbecues and cooking equipment,
(vii) tents, structures, shelters and elevated seating,
(viii) shade and/or beach umbrellas
which, in the opinion of the Organisers, have or may have the potential to cause damage, injury, hazard, danger, disruption, public nuisance, offence, distress, public inconvenience or security risk.
4.3 All unlawful substances are prohibited items.
4.4 Alcohol may not be brought onto the Event site except with the prior express approval of the Organisers.

I'm prety sure that's within the AirshoW grounds. I have seen ppl having BBQ in carpark in previous years

Wonder who could confirm this...?

 

[wallacej]

I'm prety sure that's within the AirshoW grounds. I have seen ppl having BBQ in carpark in previous years

Wonder who could confirm this...?

I would think they do a check at the entry gate to the ground (bags and eskies etc), I can't imagine them doing full car searches at the entry to the car park.

 

[straitman]

I would think they do a check at the entry gate to the ground (bags and eskies etc), I can't imagine them doing full car searches at the entry to the car park.

That is how it has been done in the past.




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[tipsy.skipsy]

Hello ,

Got my gold pass for FRI , SAT and SUN - Spitfire stand , gonna get in really early on all the days to get the best parking spot. This year my Cannon will get a healthy exercise. General admission was horrible last time , and the weather made it even worse. Awaiting the list of all aircraft it should be up in about two weeks or so.

At this stage a lot of action happening at Aero India - Bangalore , will get more accurate details of the aircraft's visiting Avalon after Aero India.

BBQ is an awesome idea - they don't check all the cars on public days , they are too short staffed , but you may not be allowed to put up a BBQ in the Airshow Grounds (Due to high fire risk) , but drinks - you might sneak in some but there is a bag check sometimes - I managed to sneak in 2 six packs of Corona last time (chilled). they got over in the first 40 mins , and I did not need more till after lunch.

Also planning to buy the trade passes for Wednesday and Thursday.

I just don't know how to get my hands on a Chalet pass or sneak in to the VIP bar ?? Any help with that folks - will be highly appriciated.

Gonna be very formally dressed for the trade days ( wear my almost best suit) - increases my chances for a chalet pass ???

 

[drewbles]

Re: Avalon Airshow 1-6 March 2011, BBQ Lunch Saturday anyone?

I'm actually easy with days, sat or sun, as I will be attending the trade show

Same.. for work! we'll have to meet up.

Which day are you guys going? I've got a trade pass too and prefer to get a gawk at the birds on the ground without all the masses there (especially is the weather is hot as it's been the past few air shows i've been to down there).

Maybe we can arrange Mojitos still

 

[nlagalle]

Re: Avalon Airshow 1-6 March 2011, BBQ Lunch Saturday anyone?

Which day are you guys going? I've got a trade pass too and prefer to get a gawk at the birds on the ground without all the masses there (especially is the weather is hot as it's been the past few air shows i've been to down there).

Maybe we can arrange Mojitos still

My pass gives me access to all days.. I was thinking maybe the Wednesday & Thursday for the trade day. Not sure of my plans for the weekend though.

 

[munitalP]

Re: Avalon Airshow 1-6 March 2011, BBQ Lunch Saturday anyone?

Which day are you guys going? I've got a trade pass too and prefer to get a gawk at the birds on the ground without all the masses there (especially is the weather is hot as it's been the past few air shows i've been to down there).

Maybe we can arrange Mojitos still

Where did you get a pass from Drew? I am only planning on a business card at the gate, but would prefer an actual pass if for nothing else but a keepsake

Im planning on Friday, and I'm always keen for a Majito! If you are worried about driving, feel free to catch the train to Werribee and I can pick you up and deliver you back after the show and a few M's

 

[Hvr]

Registered for and received my trade pass today, emailed to me with bar scan and name on so all good.

Will fly to MEL on Thursday morning and will attend the Airshow on Thursday and Friday using said trade pass. BBQ on Saturday sounds good before flying home on Saturday night.

My cameras will get a huge work out.

Originally Posted by nlagalle
Same.. for work! we'll have to meet up.

Would love to meet a fellow AFFer if you're free. And of course any other AFFers who are there when I am.

http://www.airshow.net.au/avalon2011/trade-visitors/preregister.html

If you're eligible use this link for trade registration https://secure.tradevent.com.au/airshow2011/default.aspx

My pass was emailed within seconds.

 

[tipsy.skipsy]

Hey ,

I got the same barcode email , but you still have to buy a trade day ticket , worth $55 per day I guess. Can anyone confirm , I called up Ticketmaster and they have no clue as to what I am talking about :-

" sir - we do not have any details regarding trade passes , however trade day tickets can be purchased online for $55 Per Day".

They are only aware about the
trade day tickets.

???

happy contrails.

Registered for and received my trade pass today, emailed to me with bar scan and name on so all good.

Will fly to MEL on Thursday morning and will attend the Airshow on Thursday and Friday using said trade pass. BBQ on Saturday sounds good before flying home on Saturday night.

My cameras will get a huge work out.

Would love to meet a fellow AFFer if you're free. And of course any other AFFers who are there when I am.

AVALON 2011 - AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL AIRSHOW AND AEROSPACE & DEFENCE EXPOSITION - 1-6 March 2011 GEELONG VICTORIA

If you're eligible use this link for trade registration https://secure.tradevent.com.au/airshow2011/default.aspx

My pass was emailed within seconds.

 

[munitalP]

Registered for and received my trade pass today, emailed to me with bar scan and name on so all good.

Will fly to MEL on Thursday morning and will attend the Airshow on Thursday and Friday using said trade pass. BBQ on Saturday sounds good before flying home on Saturday night.

My cameras will get a huge work out.

Would love to meet a fellow AFFer if you're free. And of course any other AFFers who are there when I am.

AVALON 2011 - AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL AIRSHOW AND AEROSPACE & DEFENCE EXPOSITION - 1-6 March 2011 GEELONG VICTORIA

If you're eligible use this link for trade registration https://secure.tradevent.com.au/airshow2011/default.aspx

My pass was emailed within seconds.

cheers - mine arrived within seconds as well

munitalP

 

[straitman]

Hey ,

I got the same barcode email , but you still have to buy a trade day ticket , worth $55 per day I guess. Can anyone confirm , I called up Ticketmaster and they have no clue as to what I am talking about :-

" sir - we do not have any details regarding trade passes , however trade day tickets can be purchased online for $55 Per Day".

They are only aware about the
trade day tickets.

???

happy contrails.

This is from the registration page and should answer your query.

Att: straitman
Thank you for your registration for the AVALON2011 to be held 1 – 6 March 2011.

Please note your registration number is xx_xx_.

An admission fee of $55 per person per day is payable for all trade visitors who do not have a complimentary ticket and can be purchased online. Please click here to be re-directed to the Ticketmaster website to pre-pay for your ticket.

Tickets can also be purchased on arrival at the exhibition site.

Defence personnel will be admitted free on each of the Trade Sessions (not public sessions) on presentation of their Defence ID.

Registration staff will be on hand to assist with any queries.

Official photographic identification (passport, drivers license, defence ID etc.) will need to be carried with you at all times while attending AVALON2011. For accreditation purposes, evidence of corporate or industry affiliation (such as applicable business card, association membership card etc) may also be required. Conditions of entry may also apply.



Now to work on some chalet passes!

 

[tipsy.skipsy]

Hey Straitman ,
Thank you ,

need some help with chalet pass ( just moi only ) , please advise - have never attended chalet's at such an even ever , looking forward to some help from AFFers like you , to help newbies like me.

Many Thanks in advance ,
Happy Contrails.

This is from the registration page and should answer your query.

Att: straitman
Thank you for your registration for the AVALON2011 to be held 1 – 6 March 2011.

Please note your registration number is xx_xx_.

An admission fee of $55 per person per day is payable for all trade visitors who do not have a complimentary ticket and can be purchased online. Please click here to be re-directed to the Ticketmaster website to pre-pay for your ticket.

Tickets can also be purchased on arrival at the exhibition site.

Defence personnel will be admitted free on each of the Trade Sessions (not public sessions) on presentation of their Defence ID.

Registration staff will be on hand to assist with any queries.

Official photographic identification (passport, drivers license, defence ID etc.) will need to be carried with you at all times while attending AVALON2011. For accreditation purposes, evidence of corporate or industry affiliation (such as applicable business card, association membership card etc) may also be required. Conditions of entry may also apply.



Now to work on some chalet passes!

 

[Hvr]

Given there are going to be a few of us in MEL should we have a drinks/dinner on the Thursday night? Friday and Saturday nights are going to be late nights at the Air Show so Thursday seems the best night.

 

[straitman]

Hey Straitman ,
Thank you ,

need some help with chalet pass ( just moi only ) , please advise - have never attended chalet's at such an even ever , looking forward to some help from AFFers like you , to help newbies like me.

Many Thanks in advance ,
Happy Contrails.

At this point I am going to need to do some serious grovelling to get any chalet passes so no promises to anyone yet.

 

[Saab34]

If anyone's looking for a cheap flight into AVV from Sydney, price beat the current Tiger sale and its $21.52 into AVV or $25.77 into MEL.

Got some friends going back on JQ6 for $25 which is a steal.

 

[markis10]

Wonder if the USAF will send a Raptor or two from Kadena for the show, they are deploying 15 for 4 months from Alaska! They were there at the same time Avalon was last on, so no guarantees, just hope

Kadena to host Alaska-based F-22s - Okinawa - Stripes

 

[munitalP]

Given there are going to be a few of us in MEL should we have a drinks/dinner on the Thursday night? Friday and Saturday nights are going to be late nights at the Air Show so Thursday seems the best night.

im into that - close by or distant? Wiliamstown has some nice spots

 

[Hvr]

im into that - close by or distant? Wiliamstown has some nice spots

Williamstown sounds good and not too far from town to get back to my hotel afterwards.

I'm open to other suggestions including in town but not having lived there for many years am not sure what is good.

 

[drewbles]

Re: Avalon Airshow 1-6 March 2011, BBQ Lunch Saturday anyone?

Where did you get a pass from Drew? I am only planning on a business card at the gate, but would prefer an actual pass if for nothing else but a keepsake

Im planning on Friday, and I'm always keen for a Majito! If you are worried about driving, feel free to catch the train to Werribee and I can pick you up and deliver you back after the show and a few M's

My sister-in-law's father owns an aircraft spare parts shop at an airport in WA so he's offered to register me. I could use the link that's been provided, but I'll probably just let him do it for me so it's all above board then (I believe he's sent freebies anyway regardless of the ability to register online).

The train idea is good i'll take you up on that offer thanks. I noticed dinner suggestions on the Thursday too? I've moved house and am just near the Westgate onramp now so it's a nice easy drive down for dinner (if anyone needs a lift from the CBD I'm happy to assist in to/from there for any dinner plans).

Now I want a Mojito damnit