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Pilot's notes general
Blue book cover with RSF crest on front.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
Pilot's and flight engineers notes for Stirling
For Stirling i, III, IV with Hercules X1, V1 or XVI engines. Drawing of aircraft under title.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
Pilot's notes for Wellington
For Wellington III, X, XII, XIII & XIV with Hercules XI, VI, XVI, or XVIII engines. Drawing of aircraft under title.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
Pilot's notes - Anson
For Anson I with two Cheetah IX engines.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
Pilot's and flight engineer's notes - Halifax
For Halifax III and VII with four Hercules VI or VII engines. Drawing if aircraft under title.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
Pilot's and flight engineer's notes - Lancaster
For Lancaster mark I, VII III and X with various Merlin engines.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
RAF flying training manual
Part 1 - landplanes
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
Manual of air navigation
Manual of air navigation volume 1.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
Royal Air Force reserve standard notes
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
Air navigation stages one & two - notes for students
Air navigation stages one & two - notes for students. Stamped 'ATC No 1250, Oxford Schools Squadron'.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
Pilot's handbook (bomber command)
Book consist of contents page, blank pages, allocation of flashing beacon characteristics, table for error in the track, sunrise and sunset tables, international signals of distress, armament training signals, ground markings, photographic data,…
Royal Air Force - guide to service - non commissioned officers
Covers spirit of the service, discipline (self and collective).
The responsibilities of a prisoner of war
Covers general responsibilities, name rank and number, behaviour under interrogation, what the enemy will try to find out, how information is obtained by enemy (sources and methods), do's and don'ts, and rights of a prisoner.
Pilot's instructions - autopilot mk viii
Pilot's notes for use of autopilot. Gives drills for before and after take off, engaging autopilot and before landing. Includes important notes. actions in event of engine failure and reporting defects. On reverse are operational points and actions…
L V Rosser’s pilots flying log book. One
Pilots flying log book one for L V Rosser, covering the period from 4 March 1939 to 19 July 1943. Detailing his flying training, operations flown and instructor duties. He was stationed at RAF Kidlington, RAF Woodley, RAF Grantham, RAF Kinloss, RAF…
L V Rosser’s pilots flying log book. Two
Pilots flying log book 2 for L V Rosser, covering the period from 22 July 1943 to 6 August 1945. Detailing his instructor duties, flying training and operations flown. He was stationed at RAF Edgehill (aka RAF Shenington), RAF Wing, RAF Little…
Label for food parcel
Parcel forwarded under Hastings food for Britain campaign paid for by people in New Hastings Zealand. Handwritten address on reverse.
Letter to L V Rosser from Johnny Cantrell
Congratulates him on award of DFC and ask how things are in 'civvy street'. States he was due out next April but is considering a deferment. Goes on to write about news from the squadron and his activities. Invites him to a party in the mess and…
Letter to L V Rosser from Johnny Cantrell
Note on envelope 'Johnny Cantrell - deceased 21 Feb 46'. Writes that he had not received to his invitation and then tells a story about spending 12 days at Bari. Continues with news and gossip about the squadron and his activities. Concludes that he…
Letter to Victor Rosser from John Meredith
Gives reason for not contacting him. Ask him to identify time to meet and gives some details of his own activities.
Letter to L V Rosser from Johnny Meredith
Apologises for taking so long to answer letter. Mentions Cologne and Essen operations and fighter engagement on the former which resulted in damage and belly landing at RAF Manston. Catches up with news of families and colleagues as well as some oh…
Letter to L V Rosser from Jonny Meredith
Mentions lucky trip to Cologne and subsequent DFC. Mentions seeing Rosser in a bus queue in Oxford but missed meeting up. Writes a little about his operation to Cologne (flown as an Operational Training Unit crew) where he was engaged by fighter…
Letter to L V Rosser from Johnny Meredith
Writes that he is about to join a Pathfinder squadron despite trying to get on Mosquito, but does not know where yet. Carries on to write of the great difficulty of getting onto a Mosquito squadron. Recommends that if Rosser get posted to main force…
Letter to L V Rosser from 'Lofty' Phillips
Wishes that he could fly with him again and encourages him to transfer to coastal command and a course at Blackpool which he recommends. States that he was not doing much flying and writes about getting accommodation. Comments that it was difficult…
Letter to L V Rosser from Ken Higgins
Catches up with news after recent meeting and thanks him for posting on letters. Writes about cost of sending his bicycle by train and explains why it is essential in his current location. Catches up with gossip and his activities and flying.…