Header image: Vickers Wellington Mk 1 medium bombers from IX Sqn took part in the disastrous raid.
The first named air battle of the Second World War– the Battle of the Heligoland Bight – took place 80 years ago this month, on 18th December 1939. The largest air engagement of the war so far, it was a disaster for RAF Bomber Command and became a turning point of the war.
Looking for a Christmas gift for friends or family? A membership pack makes a great gift, it provides the first year’s membership for the RAF Memorial Flight Official Club and you’ll be directly supporting the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight by purchasing one.
You can buy a membership pack through Amazon or in the BBMF Visitor Centre’s shop. Alternatively, please call 01707 252705 and we can help you make a purchase by card or cheque.
This month, we’re thrilled to be giving away a very special fountain pen which has been kindly donated by TMB Art Metal. The pen is worth £1,995 and is made of metal from the BBMF’s own Spitfire MK IIa P7350.
All current members have been automatically entered into this month’s ballot. If you’re not already a member, please join the Club by 1st December 2019.
