BBMF at North Weald - Squadron Leader William Pearce

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Whilst the BBMF were at North Weald, Sqd Ldr William Pearce (89) was invited into the cockpit of BBMF Spitfire and Hurricane. He flew both types during the war, finishing in Burma on P47s. To the best of my knowledge this was the first time he had been in the cockpit of a Spitfire since 1944.

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4. Finally, LF363 being put to bed for the night.
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The BBMF pilots were utterly charming. I believe that they invited William to visit Coningsby, where by all accounts he will be made most welcome.
 
Lovely shots, really like # 2

bet he had a great day and hope it brought some nice memories back :clap:
 
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