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LHeathRFJ1390925v1.pdf
South African Air Force Pilots flying log book one, for Raymond Frederick John Heath, covering the period from 26 May 1942 to 26 June 1944. Detailing his flying training. He was stationed at 7 Air School SAAF Kroonstad, 23 Air School SAAF Waterkloof,…

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LHarrisK133607v1.pdf
Flight Lieutenant Keith Harris’ RAF Pilot’s Flying Log Book from 24 January 1942 to 28 January 1944, recording training and operations as a pilot. Also includes many technical documents including “Notes re compilation of logbooks”.
He was stationed…

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Notes including Douglas' service numbers and qualification for the award of flying badge.

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Douglas requests papers relating to his commissioning into the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve.

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MKnoxVD63842-240818-29.pdf
Marked 'secret' a report of 4 Group including training, accidents, signals, navigation, engineering and electrical, equipment, armament, air sea rescue, flying control, intelligence, aerodrome defence, organisation, physical fitness and honours and…

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MKnoxVD63842-240818-19.pdf
Leading Aircraftman V D Knox's notes and diagrams covering, navigation, meteorology, maps and charts, compasses, system of lights, time and aids to navigation.

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Mess bill and receipt for 8s 6d paid by Leading Aircraftman Knox.

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MKnoxVD63842-240818-25.pdf
Douglas records aircraft incidents including accidents, causes and fatalities with particular reference to the emergency landing ground at RAF Carnaby.Additional information on Sgt Jesse Cotton is available on the IBCC Losses Database.

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Noted that previous letter had assigned him to a reserve flight that was scheduled for disbandment and requesting that he return the mobilization documents sent in previous correspondence. He would now be transferred to 64 Group at RAF Rufforth.

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Douglas Knox's service history from 27 June 1940 to 5 May 1946 including personal details, postings, decorations and promotions.

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Identity card with head and shoulder portrait, personal details and RAF stations served at.

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LKnoxVD63842v1.pdf
Pilot's flying log book for Douglas Knox covering the period 20 October 1940 to 1 March 1946 detailing training and operations flown as pilot. He was stationed at RAF Fair Oaks (18 EFTS), RAF Little Rissington (6 Flying Training School), RAF Kinloss…

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LAndrewD16081922v1.pdf
Observer’s and air gunner’s flying log book for D Andrew, navigator, covering the period from 26 July 1942 to 30 October 1945. Detailing his flying training, operations flown, instructor duties and post war flying duties. He was stationed at 7 Air…

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Jack writes that he is on his way to Kemble.

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Jack writes about the disorganisation in his movements. However he is very happy with the food at the mess.

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Jack writes about a mystery letter from his wife. He is hoping to get some more leave soon.

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Jack writes that he has been busy flying. He discusses the bombing in London.

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Jack writes about his return journey. He complains about the cold in their tents.

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Jack writes that he is about to get seven days leave.

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Jack writes that he is now under canvas. He discusses the camp and social visits to Cirencester.

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LSewerinS704459v2.pdf
Pilots Flying Log Book for Warrant Officer Stanislaw Sewerin covering 19 July 1944 to 16 July 1948 detailing day and night training flights and operations with: 18 Officer Training Unit, 1662 Heavy Conversion Unit and 300 Squadron. The period 29 June…

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Jack writes about family. Some of his colleagues from Hamble have arrived and have described the bombing at Southampton. He has been into Cirencester for a hot bath and mixed grill then a film. He has sent her 30/- and photos.

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Jack writes that he has had no recent letter from her. He has been doing more flying which he enjoys.

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Writes that if he had not yet found suitable employment he might like to consider re-joining the Royal Air Force as they needed trained aircrew. Suggest that ground duties would also be available and provided material for any reply.

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OSawyerFCA174215-190117-01.pdf
Incudes personal details, promotions from AC2 to pilot officer, medals, medical classification, inoculations, vaccinations, identity cards issued, will and a list of postings.

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