I also heard 60 tons, which did rather raise my eyebrows in surprise. It is silly things like that that detract from what is otherwise a very enjoyable programme. Agree with BS that the choice of pilot appeared a painfully put up job. Accounts by Allied
and German survivors very poignant. One senses old men reflecting on how as young men they were caught up in something bigger than them, did their best and now with bitterness gone they proudly remember, albeit tinged with a sadness for those lost.
it saves the producer a great deal of money
Money saved which ...
it seems RDF didn't pay up immediately
... it appears they are keen to hang onto for as long as possible. Not clever. Having had some of my consultancy invoices go to extra time and a bit, I have views about unpaid bills!