Yesterday we were saddened to learn of the passing of Murray Adams, aged 96. He had a long and fascinating career in the RAAF, including being shot down in the African desert during WW2, removing the aircraft clock to use as a sun compass, and making his way back to base (the clock is mounted in a display at his house and still works)
One of our recent highlights at the Museum was reuniting Murray with the Wirraway he flew in 1941. He first saw it last year in it’s previous state, proclaiming “I’m sure that was in better when I left it!” and then returning a year later to see the aircraft fully restored. He said at the time it was “meeting an old friend”
Murray touched many lives during his own, and for those of us lucky enough to meet him during his visit are the richer for having done so.
Museum member Keith Webb documented both visits and has put together a fitting tribute. Link is here
Thank you for for service Murray. Blue skies
By: trumper - 7th October 2015 at 14:09
RIP Thank you—-Was the aircraft clock designed to be used for that purpose as well?
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October 7, 2015 at 4:09 am