Pilot's flying log book of Squadron Leader John Fincher Brookes, 1940-1964

Pilot's flying log book of Squadron Leader John Brookes, who was awarded the DFC and bar and AFC. He began his operational career with No.103 Squadron, flying Wellingtons on bombing operations.

The Air Ministry Bulletin announcing his first DFC noted that he was a 'cool and skilful pilot'. On one occasion, the top half of the tail fin and the rudder of his Wellington were shot away. The rudder became jammed but, despite fatigue he managed to bring his aircraft safely back to base where he made an excellent landing. Squadron Leader Brookes then undertook a second tour of operations with No. 617 Squadron, joining the squadron in late 1944 until the end of May 1945.