Bristow Helicopters in Dubai 1964
Helicopters were new to Dubai in 1964 but traditional forms of transport could still be useful! Here Tim's Father takes a Donkey Ride back to base.
Bristow Helicopters in Dubai 1964
Bristow's Westland Whirlwind is parked at the Helipad facing out to sea. One of British India Shipping Line ships can be seen between the helicopter's floats. The ship will have anchored offshore where people and cargo were discharged and brought ashore to Dubai in barges and small boats.
Bristow Helicopters 1978
This helicopter crashed at the head of Dubai Creek. Tim's Father was the Helicopter Engineer who dealt with the aftermath.