Preparing for Action by Robin Smith. SHN332 Many of the crews such

Many of the crews such as Guy Gibson

oil on canvas by John Wynne Hopkins

to rake her and break the line during the battle of Trafalgar

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Sikorsky was convinced that very large multi-engine aircraft would some day become commonplace

Preparing for Action by Robin Smith. SHN332 Many of the crews suchRS0014. Preparing for Action by Robin Smith. A Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb of 303 (Polish Sqn) flown by CO. Sqn. Ldr. J Zumbach. A quick and efficient turnaround of fighting aircraft on the front line was of paramount importance, and much was left in the hands of the all important ground crew. The importance of the so called erks which included such duties as armourers, re fuelers, engine and airframe technicians etc. is often forgotten. Let us