Monday 8 April 1918 – RAF Graduation and First Solo in RE8

Despite the somewhat nondescript weather, another significant day dawned for Greg on Monday 8 April 1918:  four flights in three different aircraft types (BE2e, DH.6 and RE8); first use of bombs; first solo in RE8; and Greg was awarded his RAF Graduation Certificate – his ‘wings’. Log book entry Date: 8.4.18 Hour: 5.55 Instructor: Lt Thomas … Continue reading Monday 8 April 1918 – RAF Graduation and First Solo in RE8