Calendar of Operations
“This is not just about amazing photography opportunities all over the world (though that is a big part), but also about the learning of different levels of photography and post-processing, the development of your hobby into tangible end products, sharing experience, working alongside pros all over the world, meeting and discussing relevant topics with the people that are best in the business, the social side and the belonging to something that is year-round.”
All dates are preliminary until confirmed and ready for booking. All events are subject to change and are subject to security, operational, technical or weather issues. As such, COAP, IAAT and the respective hosts are not responsible for cancellation at any stage, bad weather or non-flying activity. Safety and Insurance is your own responsibility and risk.
Safety and insurance is your own responsibility and risk. Please note that some Assignments can be very, very physically demanding, in extreme weather, for extended periods of time, with intense , fast-moving activity and any bookings are accepted on that basis. Some operations are not wheelchair accessible nor suitable for disabled access. Minimum age requirements also apply. If you have any questions about the physical undertaking, please get in contact.
August 2017
September 2017
Wonsan Air Festival
The unforgettable sights of North Korea, with air force and civil participation and amazing cultural experiences.
October 2017
AIR-TO-AIR: LIVE!
Go air-to-air in a very special photo warbird sortie! Plan, brief and execute your own photo sortie under the guidance of a pro shooter.
The United Kingdom
An unmissable chance to spend time in the UK’s best photographic locations on the military and preservation scene, with air-to-air and Workshops.
December 2017
2018
Polish Mi-24 'Hinds'
On exercise with the Polish meanest battlefield attack helicopters in the world!
‘Bucket List’ Caribbean
The best holiday in the world? Lightroom Workshop and Photography School, shooting on *that* beach on the tropical Caribbean paradise island of St Maarten.
Exotic Wings #15
Title: Caribbean Lightroom Workshop
Date: February 2018 | Caribbean
Capacity: Unlimited
Myanmar & Thailand
A structured photographic visit to the main air bases in Myanmar and Thailand, led by professional aviation photographers.
Exotic Wings #2
Title: Myanmar & Thailand
Date: Jan 2018 Thailand & Myanmar
Capacity: 6x photographers
Completed
Polish Hinds
On exercise with the awesome Mi-24 ‘Hinds’ of the Polish AF, plus a Workshop with famous Polish photographer Bartek Bera.
RAFVALLEY
A full day at RAF Valley, spending the morning on the Hawk T1 and T2 flightlines of No 208 and IV Squadrons, plus the last yellow SAR Sea Kings of No 22 Squadron, followed by an afternoon on the runway caravan. In the evening we will be hosted by an active-duty RAF Hawk pilot and aerial photographer for a special Workshop.
RAF CHINOOKS
A rare opportunity to photograph the vital RAF Chinook fleet at its home station, including a Workshop the night before.
NATO Frontline
Prestigious opportunity to shoot on NATO’s frontline during the Baltic Air Policing mission at Siauliai, Lithuania., producing a book for the air base.
BULGARIA
The last chance anywhere to shoot operational MiG-29s, MiG-21s and Su-25s together, working with the BuAF to cover history as the military modernises. Includes prestigious Workshop and Seminar, with book produced for BuAF.
Assignment #7
Title: BULGARIAN AIR FORCE FIGHTERS
Date: 5-9/10/15 | Graf Ignatievo, Bulgaria
Capacity: FULL
F-15C Eagles
Two-day Assignment with the 493rd FS ‘Grim Reapers’ of the 48th FW at RAF Lakenheath. An unforgettable experience of life and action amongst Air Superiority, producing a book for the unit, plus Workshop.
USMC PROWLERS
The world’s last EA-6B Prowlers at MCAS Cherry Point plus the US Navy Aggressor F-5 Tigers at NAS Key West. Will also include a Workshop with a world-class American photographer.
USMC PROWLERS & NAS OCEANA
The world’s last EA-6B Prowlers at MCAS Cherry Point plus ‘Fightertown’ NAS Oceana with its fleet of legendary units.
Sion Hornets & Tigers
Shooting the busy action of the Swiss AF F/A-18C/D Hornets and F-5E/F Tiger IIs at this picturesque base.
Meiringen Hornets & Tigers
Shooting the busy action of the Swiss AF F/A-18C/D Hornets and F-5E/F Tiger IIs at this stunning base.
Fitters, Haze & Industry
The Polish AF’s awesome Su-22M-4 ‘Fitter’ fleet at Swidwin, the rare Mi-14 ‘Haze’ fleet at Darlowo, plus the re-work facility at Bydgoszcz.
Top Guns & Dragon Ladies
The ultimate US Navy carrier work-up proving ground at NAS Fallon plus the incredible USAF U-2s at Beale AFB
Swiss AF: Sion
An action-packed two-part Assignment to the stunning mountain base - in use for the last time - including on-base access!
Swiss AF: Sion
An action-packed two-part Assignment to the stunning mountain base - in use for the last time - including on-base access!
RIAT Air-to-Air!
An exclusive chance for two COAP members to join Europe’s famous Air-to-Air PhotoCrew during RIAT arrivals.
Davis-Monthan A-10s
A special visit to the awesome A-10 Warthog community based at Davis Monthan AFB, Arizona.
Photoshoot #13
Title: Firebird & Three-ship Lightnings
Date: July 2017
Capacity: 50x Places Available (full)
Photoshoot #12
Title: RAF Lakenheath Enthusiast Day
Date: July 2017
Capacity: 2x Places Allocated (full)
FLORIDA
An air-to-air USA extravaganza! A fantastic chance to learn from the pros and participate in a photography Workshop, with Mustang air-to-airs and more!
Payerne Hornets & Tigers
Shooting the busy action of the Swiss AF F/A-18C/D Hornets and F-5E/F Tiger IIs on live-armed duty to protect the WEF.
Photoshoot #11
Title: RAF Marham Enthusiast Day
Date: June 2017
Capacity: 40x Tickets Allocated (full)
Photoshoot #10
Title: RAF Marham Enthusiast Day
Date: April 2017
Capacity: 10x Tickets Allocated (full)
Photoshoot #8
Title: RAF Lakenheath Enthusiast Day
Date: January 2017
Capacity: 5x Places Allocated (full)
North Korea
The rarest aircraft in the world? The incredible opportunity to attend this invite-only event in North Korea, with promise of Air Force and Air Koryo participation.
Photoshoot #6
Title: RAF Lakenheath Enthusiast Day
Date: December 2016
Capacity: 7x Places Allocated (full)
The Vulcan
Aviation Photography Workshop talking through the art of classic/museum aviation photography and the last operations of Vulcan XH558, with access to the aircraft itself.
Wittmund
Operational shoot with Luftwaffe EF2000 QRA Detachment and DADS A-4 Skyhawks. A fantastic mix of operational photography and aircrew engagement. for potential magazine publication.
Low-Level
An introduction into the exhilarating (yet unpredictable) world of low-level photography with Workshop.
Ukraine
A structured photographic visit inside specific military fighter based in this war-torn country, under invite from the Ukraine military and led by professional aviation photographers.
‘JUST JANE’
A staged re-enactment, evening, engine run and night shoot with the evocative Avro Lancaster. There will be a Workshop during the day entitled Museum & Classic Aircraft Photography, followed by a late afternoon, evening and night shoot with a full WW2 re-enactment and engine start with Timeline Events Ltd.
PHOTOGRAPHY
An in-depth look at the principals of aviation photography, drawn on Rich Cooper’s 30-year experience, and gain insight into the Workflow and Post-Processing techniques.
‘JUST JANE’
A staged re-enactment, evening, engine run and night shoot with the evocative Avro Lancaster. There will be a Workshop during the day entitled Museum & Classic Aircraft Photography, followed by a late afternoon, evening and night shoot with a full WW2 re-enactment and engine start with Timeline Events Ltd.
Photography #1
Right the way through aviation photography from start to finish. Interactive sessions on the principals, workflow & editing processes to enable you to get the best out of your images.
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