Memories of 405 Pathfinder Squadron and the last flight of HOMEBY S/L John Roberts

Memories of 405 Pathfinder Squadron and the last flight of HOMEBY S/L John Roberts

Account of the last crew from 405 Squadron flying home from RAF Linton-on-Ouse. Tells the story of an airman groundcrew plucked to replace a flight engineer who had been taken ill and subsequently being transformed into aircrew. Mentions Operations Manna and Exodus. Writes of Canadian crew returning home and escapades of crew. Refuelling and overnighting adventures in the Azores.

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