[Brian]

Hi guys

For those who didn't see it, one has to congratulate Andy Saunders and his team for their perseverance and for bearing the disappointments bravely! The most intriguing part for me was the discover of the flying helmet bearing the initials D.B. What a strange coincidence. That actuualy belonged to Donald Bostock, who had baled out of the machine (a Mark IX) in 1943. Sadly, Donald is no longer with us but his widow was taken to the site to see the remains of his Spitfire and was given the helmet and googles (also found in the remains of the cockpit), which I thought was a nice touch.

Well done Andy and members of your team.

Cheers
Brian