Above is a photo from pilot Ez Perry’s collection. I dont know if he is with his original or replacement navigator but it is Perry’s crew and clearly shows a 144 Sqn Hampden of (which he was a member) in Coastal Command colours – ie no overall black to the sides (and presumably the underside).

Another nice pic of a 455Sqn Hampden in Coastal Command colours.

http://www.adf-gallery.com.au/gallery/albums/455-Hampden/HampdenTB_UB_A_of_455_Sqn_RAAF_001.jpg

regards

Mark