Australia's Few. 25 July 1940

John Crossman finally had his chance at flying a Hurricane on 25 July. He did 40 minutes dual in the Magister and after lunch was allowed to take his first flight in a Hurricane. ‘It certainly is an aeroplane and a half and its power and speed scares me almost.’ Life was looking brighter. John flew as often as he could and his confidence on the Hurricane increased. ‘They sure are swell planes’.

 

A model of John's Hurricane from 46 Squadron.