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Peak District Air Accident Research

Peak District Air Accident Research

Peak District Air Accident Research

 

Boulton Paul Defiant Mk.I N1651 coded JT-Z of 256 Squadron, RAF, crashed near Marshaw in the Forest of Bowland on the 18th August 1941 while on a night training flight from Squires Gate.

 

Crew / Passengers Rank - If Applicable Position e.g. Pilot Status
Norman Jack Sharpe Pilot Officer Pilot Killed

 

The small remains of N1651 on the fell, this photo was taken while visiting the site with members of LAIT.

 

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