Attack on Seagull
 

Hi,

Does anyone have details of an attack on HMAS Sydney's Seagull amphibian on the 21 June 1940.

It's possible that the aircraft was attacked in error by Gladiators from 33 Squadron.

The Seagull managed to land at Mersa Matruh only to have the undercarriage collapse.

I'm looking for details on the Gladiators and pilots involved.

Thanks,

Alex

Re: Attack on Seagull
 

Re your inquiry 27 February 2005
The following Website list a claim by the Luftwaffe for a Seaplane on that date
www.luftwaffe.cz/bock.html

Not many details available

Kind regards

Ross

Re: Attack on Seagull
 

Hi Ross,

From what I have read the Luftwaffe claim occurred over the Loire Estuary. The incident I am looking for was in the Med near Mersa Martruh.

Thank you all the same for your reply.

Regards,

Alex