Drone_pilot
28-05-04, 20:27
The one image which to many people represents wartime Britain and a spirit of defiance in the face of a powerful enemy is that of the Spitfire.
It has come to epitomise a pivotal moment in history, a sense of bravery, ingenuity, skill and determination.
The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight is a group of Royal Air Force volunteers, based at Coningsby in Lincolnshire, who dedicate themselves to keeping alive the memory of the planes, their crews (in the air and on the ground) and the deeds for which they became so famous.
This year marks the 60th anniversary of D-Day and the flight's new commanding officer is eager to face the challenges and privileges his position brings.
Squadron Leader Clive Rowley was a Tornado pilot who joined the flight in 1996 but only took over the CO's position this year.
He said: "When I approach the Spitfire which actually flew in the Battle of Britain, I feel a sense of privilege
BBC Read More (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/lincolnshire/3661627.stm)
It has come to epitomise a pivotal moment in history, a sense of bravery, ingenuity, skill and determination.
The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight is a group of Royal Air Force volunteers, based at Coningsby in Lincolnshire, who dedicate themselves to keeping alive the memory of the planes, their crews (in the air and on the ground) and the deeds for which they became so famous.
This year marks the 60th anniversary of D-Day and the flight's new commanding officer is eager to face the challenges and privileges his position brings.
Squadron Leader Clive Rowley was a Tornado pilot who joined the flight in 1996 but only took over the CO's position this year.
He said: "When I approach the Spitfire which actually flew in the Battle of Britain, I feel a sense of privilege
BBC Read More (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/lincolnshire/3661627.stm)