My first ever flight was in a canberra!
A few years ago I was comparing log books with the old man and was amazed that his total conversion at Defford (early 50's), onto the canberra was 2 circuits - 20 mins!!! After that he was off on his own for a further 15 mins and later that day another trip of 1 hour 30 mins. When I say 'on his own' I mean just that - no nav! In fact, he thinks that he must be one of a very few who've flown the canberra with POBs of 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 (yes, I know there aren't 5 seats! - he's a bit embarrassed about that).
I think I counted 36 different aircraft in his log book and there was me with just 6 - how times have changed.
If anyone remembers 'Harvey', I'm sure he'd love to get in touch.