Miles Magister basic trainer. Like the more numerous Tiger Moth, it had a retractable hood for instrument flying practice.
Walter,
It's a real privilege to eavesdrop on the incredibly clear memories of you two veterans. Your old airfield at Stoke/Meir has long since been built over but there are still one or two Miles Magisters around. I'd be interested to know how the Magister compared with its far more numerous counterpart, the Tiger Moth; did you ever fly one? There's a report on the Magister at
Miles Magister - Flight Tests - Pilot
Danny,
Well, one can't choose one's ancestors! Given your unfailing wit and good company, I still think Sqn Ldr Dionysus is your more likely predecessor, as Wingco the Rev. Dionysius seems rather a dour chappie
