Spitfire To Lightning

1962 , Coltishall (Norfolk)

Anglia Television programme showing life behind-the-scenes at RAF Coltishall.

In the lead-up to the annual open day to mark the anniversary of the Battle of Britain, Anglia Television correspondent Christopher Rainbow heads to RAF Coltishall to see some of the aircraft on show and visit some of the less accessible areas of the base. Looking behind the scenes at what keeps three squadrons in the air, Rainbow speaks to the commanding officer Group Captain Malins and visits the radar workshop, armoury, guided weapons facility, control tower and fire service. Crowds are shown enjoying the open day, with static aircraft displays in the hangars and flying displays from Spitfire, Hurricane, Javelin, Vulcan and Lightning aircraft.

Featured Buildings

RAF Coltishall Control Tower

Featured Events

RAF Coltishall Open Day

Keywords

Aircraft; Aviation; Military

  • Production company : Anglia Television

  • Producer : Forbes Taylor

  • Director : Harry Aldous

  • Presenter : Christopher Rainbow

  • Camera : Peter Fuller

  • Camera : Ken Little

  • Sound : Charles Earl

  • Editor : Michael Dunk

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Spitfire To Lightning

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