Falklands War Black Buck pilot Martin Withers signed RAF Flo...

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Falklands War Black Buck pilot Martin Withers signed RAF Flown cover Comm the First Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to an Airman signed by Flt Lt Martin Withers DFC RAF FDC. At the outbreak of war in the Falklands Martin's crew was selected as one of only three crews to train in Air to Air Refuelling and Conventional Bombing to prepare for Operations in the South Atlantic. Some three weeks later, Martin was the Captain on the first 'Black Buck' mission to flying from Ascension Island to bomb the runway at Stanley; the first action of the conflict to 'liberate' the Falkland Islands. This successful mission also created a World Record for the longest ever bombing mission (15:45hrs) and Martin was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, the first time this medal had been awarded for nearly 20 years. He also captained the third and last 'Black Buck' bombing mission on 12th May 1982 (BB7), two days before the Argentinian surrender. Single Vendor collection. Good condition. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99.