Red Section Scramble by Ivan Berryman. (D)

609 Sqn Hawker Typhoons are shown taking off from Manson in Kent in February 1943. Nearest aircraft, R7872 (PR-S) is that of Sgt John Johnny Wiseman, the other, DN294 (PR-O) being the mount of Fl Sgt Alan Babe Haddon. Both aircraft were tragically lost during an action on 14th February, the pair being taken by surprise by Focke-Wulf 190s over the Channel, Wiseman losing his life in the incident.

Signed by Flying Officer Frank Wheeler DFC (deceased)
and supplied with the original signatures of
Warrant Officer Douglas Oram
and
Flight Lieutenant James Kyle DFM.

Presentation edition of 2 prints.

Image size 16 inches x 11 inches (41cm x 28cm)