Support grows
Month by month, as this project grows, more people become part of the community that supports it. Site supporter Craig passed on the contact details of naval airship expert Brian Turpin. Brian replied to my e-mail with not only an incredible amount of valuable and fascinating information but also an enthusiasm and generosity that makes this project so worthwhile. Not only has Brian given me details of Charles Lewry’s time on Coastal Class airship C14, but also detailed flight records of NS11 and extracts from his forthcoming book that include incredible accounts from Captain P E Maitland AFC...
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After vigorous bidding I lost out on a postcard of NS11 on eBay. The winning bidders, Valerie and Geoff Dear (who are collectors of anything to do with RAF College Cranwell) have generously provided a image for this site. The title of the postcard is “N.S.11 off for a cruise, Cranwell.” This image looks like it was taken the same day as the other NS11 postcard in the gallery. Thanks again to Valerie and Geoff.
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