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Flying Lawyer
12th Sep 2011, 20:27
Thursday 22nd September, 21.00 on BBC2.
Hosted by journalist and flying enthusiast John Sergeant, 'The Spitfire: Britain's Flying Past' celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Spitfire.
From the blurb: One such Spitfire, MH434 was born at the legendary Castle Bromwich factory and during its valiant service, carried out over 79 sorties across Europe. John charts the lifespan of MH434 from her factory birth to her retirement and uses this nostalgia flight as a backdrop to sharing the extraordinary stories of ordinary people who feel they owe their lives to the Spitfire.
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Spit161
12th Sep 2011, 20:36
Looks interesting. I'll look out for it!
I have seen MH434 at Duxford a few times. Purely magical.
jindabyne
12th Sep 2011, 21:21
Just so long as he doesn't call it a PLANE (again!) :(
Lightning Mate
13th Sep 2011, 15:08
Just so long as he doesn't call it a PLANE (again!)
Agreed - that really annoys me too.
I am always explaining to my students that a plane is a tool used by carpenters. :uhoh:
Heliport
22nd Sep 2011, 00:03
John Sergeant was interviewed about the documentary earlier this week.
He used the word "plane".
If that offends, you might want to give the programme a miss.;)
spekesoftly
22nd Sep 2011, 17:12
And just think of the outcry if John Sergeant was to do the history of the bus (omnibus), car (autocar) or bike (bicycle) ! ;)
A most enjoyable programme, and the enthusiasm of all, including John, was quite exhilarating. Terrific people. Well done - and happy birthday Spitfire.
bobward
23rd Sep 2011, 11:56
I agree with BOAC's comments. Very enjoyable, after swallowing a few lumps in the throat at times. Pity they couldn't have said a bit more on MH434's time with the Dutch, Belgians and how she fared post war. maybe John S is after a second sho to complete the story?
In any event, well done and thanks.
:D:D:D
johnbunting
25th Sep 2011, 17:08
Apart from 'plane', I think he also referred to the Focke-Wulf 190 as a 'Fokker' !
kms901
26th Sep 2011, 09:58
Do little things like that matter. What is important is that future generations know what a Spitfire is and what it stands for. John Sargeant did a good job.
bob johns
26th Sep 2011, 11:13
Spitfire!seen flying in OZ a few times, talks with blokes who flew them often, and always, was, is and forever will be, to me the finest Aeroplane that ever flew.
Blacksheep
26th Sep 2011, 12:22
A thing of beauty is a joy forever...
jindabyne
26th Sep 2011, 12:44
Do little things like that matter
Good God - of course they do :sad: