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It has been a long time since we last visited RAF Odiham, and this promises to be quite a return as we hold a night shoot at the home of the UK's Chinook Force. We hope to photograph any night-ops being undertaken as well as having aircraft with rotors turning, specifically for us to shoot.
The event has been arranged to assist in the raising of funds for station charities.
The amazing base access that we hope to achieve at RAF Odiham does require adherence to the stringent levels of base and personnel security that are now in place at defence establishments.
Please check the security info in the sections below and don't miss the great opportunity to join us and the RAF's Chinook Force on April 14th.
Here's the details so far...
The event is taking place at RAF Odiham, Hampshire.
The date is Monday 14th April.
Provisional timings... The gates will open from 1730hrs to 1800hrs for arrival and will open again for departures from 2130hrs to 2200hrs.
There are parking challenges, and car sharing would be appreciated.
Copies of the necessary MoD Photo Permit and vehicle registration form will be sent to ticket holders on a staggered basis. Joining instructions will follow a week before the event.
Open to those with valid photo ID (all visitors must be from a NATO or Commonwealth country) and the RAF reserves the right to refuse application & entry.
IMPORTANT SECURITY DETAILS, PLEASE READ
Cameras with WiFi and Bluetooth capability MUST have the ability to turn this function OFF. If they cannot be turned off, they are prohibited from being used on the station. Mobile phones are okay as these functions are easily available.
The RAF Police will be instigating a process to check imagery prior to visitors leaving the site and your kind cooperation, time and patience will be required.
Cameras will not be permitted inside any hangars.
Hi-Viz will be required (ideally bring your own, or we have a good supply if necessary).
Aircraft participation is ENTIRELY based on operational availability.
NOTHING IS GUARANTEED & EVERYTHING IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
1) Buy a ticket now.
2) COAP will be in touch to provide you with the MoD photo permit form to complete as well as your vehicle details. You then return the application forms to us at COAP.
3) The RAF security system will check the photo permit forms.
4) COAP will inform you when the checks are complete.
5) You will be sent joining instructions about one week before the event. Parking for 100 people is a challenge, so we are working this out at present and regardless of the outcome, the RAF would be grateful if you could maximise car-sharing opportunities.
