Glider Pilot Helmet

Yes, I've actually started the project!! Its my intention to make a replica of the helmet worn by Glider Pilots in flight (this was removed and replaced by the standard airborne helmet once the aircraft was on the ground). I've managed to source an original 'C' Type RAF flying helmet, mask and earphones which will form the basis of my replica. 'All' I need to do now is fabricate the helmet shell and inner! Easy! :) Watch this space for more....

At Last Pics of Chalk at the Victory Show!

As some of you might know, I foolishly forgot to take photos of our own group at this year's Victory Show duh. However, Chalk member Ethan managed to remember and has supplied me with his photo's which I've now aged and posted for your enjoyment. There are also a number of photos of Chalk that I found on Facebook, I'm afraid I don't know the photographer so if its you or you know who it is please let me know. As usual, clicking on the images will open in a new, larger window. Matt

A Couple Of Extra Victory Show

Just a couple of extra Victory Show pics. New visitors scroll down for more... Cheers

A Couple Of Extra Varsity Pics

I just gave these pics the same treatment as the Victory Show set and thought I'd stick em up here.

Victory Show British Airborne Display Success!

Chalk teamed up with other like minded individuals last weekend for the Victory Show 2011 to recreate the Oosterbeek perimeter which was set up outside Arnhem during the ill fated Market Garden operation of September 1944. The display was absolutely superb, everyone pulled together and the standards were extremely high. As a participant I'd like to say how great it was to work along side everyone involved, it was a great opportunity to meet new folk and catch up with old ones. If you weren't able to see it, then you really did miss out and shame on you. Fortunately we're already discussing next year's show so if you watch this space... Here are just a few pics of the event - we were so busy answering questions from visitors that I literally couldn't get any more photos! Clicking on the image will increase its size. Enjoy.

The New Batch of Rangercamp Denison Smocks

Chalk haven't seen one in the 'flesh' yet but we have been sent these images of the latest batch of Denison smocks from Richard at Rangercamp. You'll see that they now produce the 2nd pattern smock as well as the 1st pattern and a full zip 'officer's' version. Personally, I'm happy with my Rangercamp smocks (although I know some of you aren't too keen on the colours), I think they look particularly good once slightly weathered in and when I need another (as you do) I'll be sure to order one! Orders can be made through Rangercamp's UK agent Ellen Yao by emailing her for payment and delivery instructions at: springwestlake@googlemail.com

Chalk Prepares for Victory Show!

The Victory Show once again opens its doors at 9.00am on September 3rd for what we hope to be another first class event. This year Chalk will be joining forces with other British Airborne groups to recreate the Oosterbeek perimeter. We hope to have as many British Airborne as possible for this one so if that's what interests you then please come along and see us! We'd be glad to see you. For further information please visit the website: http://www.thevictoryshow.co.uk/ Cheers, Matt.