It was hoped that Uncle Joe would be able to make the journey, however, he wasn't able to do so.
Great fun flying with Joe - he had an independence of attitude which was most refreshing. He also had an exceptional pair of hands whether flying a Vulcan or a Chipmunk.
He also considered Air Traffickers to be rather more of a hindrance to flying than an assistance. "Good VFR, continuing.....", he'd say when some ATCO tried to intervene....
A wonderful old rogue even 30 years ago!