LUFTWAFFE CLAIM FOR WESTLAND WHIRLWIND P6989

[malcolmjameswilson]

Hello Everyone,

My name is Malcolm and this is my first posting to the Forum. I am interested in WW2 aviation research focusing on RAF activities. This often involves Luftwaffe nightfighter combat claims.

However, I am, at present researching the loss of a 263 Squadron Westland Whirlwind – P6989 – that was shot down on 01.04.41. off The Lizard (Cornwall) reportedly by the rear gunner from a Do-215.

I presume that the Do-215 was on a daylight raid and therefore I am at a loss of how to carry out research into this days events relating to the Luftwaffe squadron concerned.

I would like to ask if any forum members can help me to identify the Do-215 aircraft/crew and unit involved or point me in the direction of research sources that may prove helpful.

Any help with Luftwaffe claims on this day would also be most appreciated as perhaps the aircraft involved was incorrectly reported at the time and could have been another Luftwaffe type.

With kind regards - Malcolm.