DH Hornets fly under bridge
Hi guys,
In March 1949 1 or 2 DH Hornets from 64 Squadron reportedly flew under the Forth Railway Bridge during exercise Forth/Clyde. I've had a look in the Squadron ORB, but there are no details. Would anyone have any info on this? Any help appreciated, Thanks, |
Re: DH Hornets fly under bridge
Hello,
THE LINTON HORNET WING, RAF LINTON-ON-OUSE. No.64 Squadron. 1949. During March 6th, 12th and 13th, Operation Forth/Clyde involved the squadron in sorties to Bishopbriggs and Abbotsinch when P.II Hartley* with his No.2 flew under the Forth Bridge, taking cine-film in the process. On return he faced a cool reception, explaining in his defence that briefing had clearly stipulated not flying above fifty feet. *No.64 Squadron Pilots - N.C.Os - W/O (later P.II) J. Hartley p.66). The Hornet File. Cooper,Lewis G. Tonbridge: Air-Britain(Historians),1992. p.62. Col. |
Re: DH Hornets fly under bridge
Hi Col,
Excellent, thank you very much. Regards, Alex |
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