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SUEZ CANAL EXPEDITION
Classic Aircraft Event • Grumman Goose • Egypt Sector
Aircraft
Grumman Goose — Amphibious twin‑engine classic, ideal for canal and coastal operations.
Route Plan
Start: Suez Canal (South Gate) WP1: Ras Sudr (HE45) Break: Kibrit (HE34) — 15 min rest and refuel Finish: Port Said (HEPS) Distance: ≈ 165 NM Cruise: 2,000 ft • 140 kts
Water Landing Opportunities
Impromptu splash‑downs encouraged at:
- Great Bitter Lake — wide, calm, ideal for group landings
- Little Bitter Lake — narrower, more challenging
- Gulf of Suez near Ras Sudr — turquoise waters for formation takeoffs
Mission Concept
Trace the historic Suez Canal corridor, flying low along desert banks and shimmering waterways. Observe the contrast between the Sinai Peninsula and mainland Egypt, track shipping convoys, and enjoy optional water landings before finishing at Port Said.
Recommended Conditions
- Time: Late afternoon golden hour
- Wind: Light southerly
- Visibility: 20 + km
- Weather: Clear skies with light desert haze
Badge: Canal Commander
Depicting the Grumman Goose over the Suez Canal with desert banks and cargo convoys below.
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