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Cockpit shot of the BBMFs Douglas Dakota ZA947 in the hanger at RAF Coningsby
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Cockpit shot of the BBMFs Douglas Dakota ZA947 in the hanger at RAF Coningsby
Cockpit shot of the BBMFs Douglas Dakota ZA947 in the hanger at RAF Coningsby.
Called Kwicherbichan by her crews was used on Para-dropping Operations on the eve of D-Day and subsequently used to re-supply troops and the medical evacuation of injured soldiers from forward airfileds in the combat zone.
Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) based at RAF Coningsby, Lincolnshire uses the winter months to conduct deep servicing of the fleet of historical aircraft flown at airshows throughtout the summer season.
The Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (RAF-BBMF) is administratively part of the Royal Air Force No 1 Group and operates from RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire. They have Spitfires, Hurricanes, a Lancaster and Dakota as well as Chipmunks in the flight.
The aircraft are regularly seen at events commemorating World War II, upon British State occasions, notably the Trooping the Colour celebrating Queen Elizabeth IIs birthday and at air displays throughout the United Kingdom and Europe
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This print captures the cockpit of the BBMF's Douglas Dakota ZA947, affectionately known as Kwicherbichan by her crews. The historic aircraft rests in the hangar at RAF Coningsby, where it underwent deep servicing during the winter months. ZA947 played a crucial role in Para-dropping Operations on the eve of D-Day, and later served in re-supply missions and medical evacuations for injured soldiers from forward airfields within combat zones. As part of the Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (RAF-BBMF), this iconic aircraft is one among many historical treasures flown at airshows throughout the summer season. The BBMF is administratively under Royal Air Force No 1 Group and operates from RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire. Alongside Spitfires, Hurricanes, a Lancaster, and Chipmunks, this Dakota stands as a testament to British aviation history. Its presence is often witnessed at events commemorating World War II and British State occasions like Trooping the Colour - an annual celebration marking Queen Elizabeth II's birthday. With its rich heritage and remarkable service record, this photograph encapsulates both nostalgia for our past heroes and admiration for their enduring legacy. It serves as a poignant reminder of those who bravely fought for freedom during wartime while also showcasing the dedication put into preserving these magnificent flying machines for generations to come.
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