My father Cliff
Thank you for all your kind messages of best wishes regarding my father Cliff.
He was extremely proud of this thread and has left a printed copy for his grandson. As a part of our families history it has been invaluable to us, and I am sure, along with other contributers, of great interest to others.
A week before he passed away he was given the opportunity to fly again when his friend, Jim Coleman, arranged for a free flight with Liverpool Flying School. He did not think he could make the trip to John Lennon Airport, but with help he made it there and was astounded that he was ordered straight into the pilots seat and took the controls for the whole flight. He was told that if it wasn't for a strong cross wind he would have been allowed to land the plane.
Once again, thanks to everyone here and long may this thread continue while it can.
Now get to your keyboards and tell your tales!
Bill Leach