2015 is the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain – the most significant air superiority contest in history. In this presentation Graeme J W Smith will outline the difficulties faced by the British in aircraft supply and pilot training as they struggled to make up their losses while facing daily odds of 5:1 against. Illustrated with photography from the present day of the South East of England where the Battle took place - the talk includes discussion of Graeme’s preparation to fly the Tiger Moth and Harvard trainers – culminating in flying the Supermarine Spitfire. Wing Commander Tom Neil – who was 19 during the Battle provides veteran commentary (by video) as to how it really was in 1940.
The meeting will be held at the Worcester Airport Terminal, 6:30 PM. Wednesday 17 June 2015.
WAPA will provide Coffee and light refreshments.