| Accession Number | MED1755 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white |
| Physical description | Black & white |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Middle East, North Africa. 14 December 1943. Different types of aircraft, considered irreparable, ...
Description
Middle East, North Africa. 14 December 1943. Different types of aircraft, considered irreparable, were dumped at the unit to be broken up. Salvage in all its branches is seriously undertaken by the RAF. One Maintenance Unit breaks down several unserviceable aircraft every day. Every component is docketed and put by for further service. The aluminium alloy is smelted down into ingots and sent back to England, while the steel is shipped to India and America. Some 300 Italian soldiers captured in the Western Desert are skilfully assisting in this work. Practically everything retrieved flies again in one form or another.