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1944-05-24

Base:
Coningsby
Destination:
Antwerp
Took off:
2305
Landed:
0211

JB309

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Squadron
Weather Map:
Bomb Load:
Bomb Load:
2 x 1000lb USA, 8 x No. 1 Cluster Flares, 4 x 7” Cluster Flares, 3 x 4.5” Flares.
Notes:
Notes:

On returning to base Port inner engine caught fire and fire looked dangerous. Ordered crew to bail out, which they did. Landed aircraft safely and fire went out when no more draft kept it going.

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