Is the film 633 Squadron a true story?

It has often been stated that “633 Squadron” was based on a true story but in fact this is not the case. Rather the story was “inspired by the exploits of the British and Commonwealth Mosquito Air Crews” (as is stated just after the main titles of the film).

Which airfield was filming 633 Squadron?

Bovingdon
During the 1960s Bovingdon was used in the production of several World War II films including The War Lover (1961), which starred Steve McQueen and 633 Squadron (1964).

When did squadron 611 become a fighter squadron?

The squadron was formed in 1936 as a day bomber squadron in the Auxiliary Air Force. It became a fighter squadron in January 1939, and converted to the Spitfire in May.

What did No 611 do in World War 1?

No.611 (West Lancashire) Squadron was a fighter squadron that flew a mix of offensive and defensive missions, ending the war as an escort squadron. The squadron was formed in 1936 as a day bomber squadron in the Auxiliary Air Force.

What does the 611 cod do in the Air Force?

They maintain air sovereignty and conduct air defense operations for ANR. Additionally, they direct rescue operations and provide tactical support for air and land forces. The 611 COD consists of five teams: Defensive Operations, Integration, Interface, Airspace and Weather.

Is the book 633 Squadron based on a true story?

The plot, which involves the exploits of a fictional World War II British fighter-bomber squadron, was based on the 1956 novel of the same name by former Royal Air Force officer Frederick E. Smith, which itself drew on several real RAF operations.

What was the best fighter squadron of ww2?

303 Squadron
303 Squadron became the most successful Fighter Command unit in the Battle, shooting down 126 German machines in only 42 days. Czech Sergeant Josef Frantisek, also of ‘303’, was the top scoring pilot with 17 confirmed victories.

Which RAF squadron had the most kills in ww2?

41 Squadron RAF (45.33 verified kills), which all flew Supermarine Spitfires. This success reflected the fact that the Poles were all experienced veterans of the pre-War Polish Air Force.

What ww2 airplane had the most kills?

While serving in Germany’s Luftwaffe in World War II, Erich Hartmann flew more than 1,400 missions in the Messerschmitt Bf 109, enabling him to score an astonishing 352 kills. How did Hartmann get so good at dominating the skies over the Eastern Front?

Who is the greatest fighter pilot of all time?

Erich “Bubi” Hartmann
1. Erich “Bubi” Hartmann. Erich Hartmann is the most successful fighter pilot of all times – with 352 kills.

How many Polish pilots died in ww2?

Twenty-nine Polish pilots, including Ludwik Paszkiewicz and Josef Frantisek, lost their lives in combat against the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain.

Did Polish pilots fly Spitfires?

Many Polish pilots flew in other RAF squadrons, usually given nicknames because, as Ingersoll wrote, “the Polish names, of course, are unpronounceable”. The fighter squadrons initially flew Hurricanes, then Supermarine Spitfires, and eventually some were equipped with North American Mustangs.

Does 617 Squadron still exist?

Number 617 Squadron is a Royal Air Force aircraft squadron, originally based at RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire and currently based at RAF Marham in Norfolk.

What did the 600 Squadron do in World War 2?

No. 600 Squadron (RAF) during the Second World War No.600 ‘City of London’ Squadron was an Auxiliary Air Force squadron that spent most of the Second World War serving as a night fighter unit, first from the UK and later in the Mediterranean. No. 600 Squadron (RAF): Second World War

When was no.600 Squadron RAuxAF formed?

It is a Headquarters Support Squadron and provides trained part-time reservists to support RAF operations around the world. No. 600 (City of London) Squadron RAuxAF was formed at RAF Northolt on 14 October 1925 as a unit of the Auxiliary Air Force, equipped with Avro 504 trainers and Airco DH.9A day bombers.

Where did the number 600 come from in the Air Force?

Numbers in the 600 series were originally allocated to squadrons of the Auxiliary Air Force. However, the AAF had only reached No 616 by the outbreak of World War Two, and further squadrons starting at 617 began to be formed from 1943 onwards.

Who was 633 Squadron in World War 2?

633 Squadron (1973). A WWII Royal Air Force squadron prepare for an important and dangerous mission…to demolish a Nazi-run munitions factory deep in the fjords of Norway–an installation which is a source of fuel for German rocket-launching. Based on the novel by Frederick E. Smith. Above and Beyond (1953).