I've seen a photo today of my uncle during his training to become a Bomber pilot. The photo is of a group of airmen standing in front of (obscuring mainly) a bi plane. Could anyone tell me what type of bi-planes were in use in 1942/43 for pilot training ? Thanks Simon
Alan After Padgate and Scarborough it was off to Canada I believe. He received his wings in Manitoba in 1943. Thanks Simon
Wikipedia (I know, I know) suggests Tiger Moths or Fleet Finches for Canadian EFTS (Elementary Flying Training Schools) - apologies, but still can't work out how to post a link... for pilots u/t on the Towers Scheme, elementary flying training in Pensacola, USA, used Stearman PT-17s I believe. Cheers, Pat
Just had a proper look at the photo and it's almost certainly a Fleet Finch. The shot was taken at 13 EFTS, St Eugene, Ontario, 22/6/43. Thanks Simon