Tribute to Sqn Ldr David Fairbanks by Ivan Berryman. (B)

Whilst flying with other Hawker Tempests of 274 Sqn on 11th February 1945, Sqn Ldr David Fairbanks spotted a lone Arado Ar234 of the Kommando Sperling 1 (F) / 123 flown by Hauptmann Hans Felde returning to its base at Rheine. A desperate chase commenced through the cloudbase until the German jet prepared to land, whereupon Fairbanks sent 4U+DH down in flames after a single short burst of his four 20mm cannon.

Signed by Flying Officer Frank Wheeler DFC (deceased),
Pilot Officer Rusty Townsend,
Warrant Officer Jack Hodges DFC
and
Derek Tapson.

Large Size Limited edition of 10 giclee prints.

Image size 26 inches x 19 inches (66cm x 48cm)