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Nine Lives: The Story of Biggin Hill
Nine Lives: The Story of Biggin Hill
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Biggin Hill, a former Battle of Britain fighter station, has transformed into a commercial airport. Despite devastating enemy attacks during World Wars I and II, it has remained open thanks to the efforts of fighter ace Jock Maitland and army pilot Andrew Walters. The airfield now boasts a thriving aviation community, including air charter companies, engineering firms, flying schools, storage, and restoration, as well as major Formula 1 and Bombardier operations. A new Museum and St Georges Memorial Chapel honor its Royal Force Station days. Nine Lives, the first full history of the airfield, explores its past and reveals the story of enterprise, innovation, teamwork, and determination.
Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 21 April 2023
Publisher: Unicorn Publishing Group
Biggin Hill, a renowned Battle of Britain fighter station, has undergone a remarkable transformation. Initially established as an airfield in 1917, it witnessed intense combat during both World Wars, sustaining its operations despite devastating enemy attacks. Since 1959, two remarkable individuals have played pivotal roles in preserving this historic airfield: fighter ace Jock Maitland, renowned for creating the iconic Biggin Hill International Air Fair, and army pilot Andrew Walters, who has transformed it into London's premier business airport.
The aviation community at Biggin Hill is thriving, encompassing air charter companies, engineering firms, flying schools, storage and restoration, as well as significant operations for Formula 1 and Bombardier. In addition, a new Museum and St. Georges Memorial Chapel serve as a testament to its days as a Royal Force Station.
Nine Lives: The First Full History of Biggin Hill delves into the behind-the-scenes workings of a bustling modern airport, explores its dramatic past, and unfolds an inspiring narrative of enterprise, innovation, teamwork, and unwavering determination. This captivating book offers a deep dive into the rich history of Biggin Hill, shedding light on its evolution from a wartime hub to a thriving commercial aviation center.
Dimension: 260 x 240 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781914414152
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