| Accession Number | F02265 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 6 min |
| Object type | Actuality footage |
| Physical description | 35mm/b&w/silent |
| Place made | United Kingdom: England |
| Date made | 1920s |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Period 1920-1929 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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RAF 39th Squadron, Spittlegate
Description
The 39th Squadron RAF Spittlegate, Grantham Lincolnshire. No. 39 Sqn RAF was based at here from February 1923 to January 1928. A view of the aerodrome from the air. The first working parade and flights being marched off to the sheds.The Squadrons DH-9A aircraft. Ground crew putting on overalls. Towing the the DH-9As for flight. A Hucks Starter in action. Ground crew remove wheel chocks. The Squadron takes off in formation. Squadron flying in 'V' formation. Squadron at bombing practice.
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Video of RAF 39th Squadron, Spittlegate (video)