Hello:
I was lead to this forum by an internet search of s/n NS635, which I believe is the serial number of the DH Mosquito Mk XVI my grandfather flew in WWII (653rd Bombardment Squadron, 25th Bomb Group, 8th Air Force at Watton).
I only have his name (Capt. Robert L. Lee), squadron info and a few photos to go on.
A list of USAAF Overseas Accident Reports I came across suggests on 16 Sept 1944 he was involved in a landing crash in aircraft NS635 at Watton, although a post earlier in this thread suggests on 24 March 1945 the same aircraft fell victim to friendly fire, while being flown by a different pilot.
http://www.aviationarcheology.org/sr...y/Sep1944O.htm
http://forum.12oclockhigh.net/showth...t=2670&page=35
Is it possible that these are the same aircraft?
I have several photos of my grandfather standing next to mossies, though only one of these I'm certain is his (he's standing near the nose of the aircraft). Please see attached photo -- the nose art says "Patches". Another photo had him standing near the tail, but the s/n is -632, not -635...
Any input or help would be greatly appreciated. I would really like to determine the correct serial number of the plane he flew.
Many thanks.