October 9, 2008 at 3:45 pm
Afternoon everybody
I’m doing some research into a new acquaintances father, Peter Lines who was a Hurricane Pilot during the battle of France and Battle of Britain, I have the following information, but would appreciate any help anyone may be able to offer:
Peter Lines born Hitchin 1919
15/03/37-17/05/37 Desford Flying School Initial Training 7 EFTS
05/06/37 – 06/09/37 Digby Fighter Training School (unit?)
07/09/37 – 07/01/38 Audax/Harts (possibly same unit but at Brize Norton)
08/01/38 – 31/08/40 17 Sqn Kenley – Hurricanes
Apparently he was shot down a number of times, and a combat report appears in the book “12 days in may”.
He went on later to become an instructor on TIger Moths at Panshangar.
If anybody can help, it would be very much appreciated.
CJ
By: 11group - 14th October 2008 at 21:29
E-mail address for Classic junkie
Hello
Please see link below.
http://disc.yourwebapps.com:80/discussion.cgi?id=105008;article=15970
By: Classic Junkie - 10th October 2008 at 13:45
Thank you for that, most helpful.
CJ
By: 11group - 10th October 2008 at 10:44
Peter Lines 17 sqn
Hello
I have posted this on the Battle of Britain historical society.
Please see link below .
http://disc.yourwebapps.com/discussion.cgi?disc=105008;article=15944;title=The%20Battle%20of%20Britain%20Historical%20Society%20Discussion%20Forum
By: Classic Junkie - 9th October 2008 at 16:20
I believe its in the process of happening – I don’t think they are particularly quick!
CJ
By: Moggy C - 9th October 2008 at 15:54
Has the son applied to the RAF for a copy of his father’s service record, as he is fully entitled to?
Moggy