The Orions were the successor of the Neptune and were delivered from November 1981. It was used as anti-sub and patrol aircraft from homebase Valkenburg. Usually 1 aircraft was based in Kevlavik (Iceland) for reconnaissance of the Soviet fleet. At Hato (Curacao), it wasn't an unusual sight to see 3 aircraft, which were used in the war against drugs. Due to budget cuts, the squadron was disbanded and homebase Valkenburg was closed. '310' entered service in April 1984 and was retired in October 2001. Sold to Portugal in March 2005 and became 14811. Photo from Harm Reinders

Ex N202SX. The aircraft is seen operating with East Coast Airlines but is still in the colors of Island Air it's previous operator.

Early morning shot.

Venture Airways provided an all First Class service linking Coventry with Paris CDG. The aircraft had F class seats in a 1-2 configuration. Small world that it was, one of the Venture Airways company executives lived next door to my parents. Shortly after they commenced operations he invited me to sample their service. This photo was taken early morning prior to my departure to Paris CDG. It was a wonderful experience, but sadly Venture Airways' existence was short-lived as they could not compete with the multi-frequency options offered by established airlines from nearby Birmingham Airport.

Delivered new Feb 83. Retired Feb 2002 when the airline ceased operations. Broken up Jan 2008 with TT 44353 hours and 22264 cycles.

With Varig from Nov 74 until Jan 2000.

This F-16A was later delivered to the Royal Jordanian Air Force as 228.