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De Havilland Chipmunk T.10 WP912

Aircraft & Exhibits, NOV 1952-DEC 1976, In Storage, 85/A/65

The Chipmunk entered RAF service in 1950, replacing the Tiger Moth as as an initial pilot trainer, offering relatively modern features such as flaps, brakes, radio and an enclosed cockpit. His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, learned to fly this Chipmunk - he made his first solo flight on 20 December 1952.

de Havilland Chipmunk on display at RAF Museum Midlands, © RAF Museum/Iain Duncan

Recording of an interview with Wing Commander R D Pexton, 30 December 1977

Film & Sound, In Storage, SC85/32

Interview with Wing Commander R D Pexton who served as a pilot in the RAF before and during the Second World War, flying Spitfires, Gladiators, Hurricanes, Stirlings and Lancasters.

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The flying instructor

Film & Sound, In Storage, X001-1841

A flying instructor gives an overview of his experience, including comments on the diverse range of nationalities he has encountered through his work.

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Pilot Officer Brown - A year of lease and lend

Film & Sound, In Storage, X001-1867

Recording in which Pilot Officer Brown, an American serving in an RAF Eagle Squadron, discusses British pilots training in the United States under the Lend-Lease Act.

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