Beaufighter Night Fighter Ace Malta 1942: The flying career of night fighter ace Flight Lieutenant Mervyn Shipard DFC* RAAF

Name: Beaufighter Night Fighter Ace Malta 1942: The flying career of night fighter ace Flight Lieutenant Mervyn Shipard DFC* RAAF
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Book Synopsis: Mervyn Shipard RAAF was the pilot in a leading night fighter crew, with Douggie Oxby RAF, on 89 Squadron RAF on Malta and in North Africa 1942-43. Already with one victory at night over the UK, they took a transfer to the Mediterranean rather than go on rest. They destroyed a total of thirteen enemy aircraft, probably destroyed and damaged others in dangerous night interceptions over Malta and on the north coast of Africa. They survived crashes and potentially lethal flying at night and in bad weather. Shipard was a natural at this kind of flying and Oxby made the pair successful in night air combat. At all stages of his flying career Shipard was highly rated and the assessments are included in the text. When called back to Australia by the government, Shipard became a valuable instructor but decided to take the opportunity of transferring to airline flying, and spent the rest of his career in that profession. His most frightening experience came in a Qantas Boeing B707 on take-off from Melbourne's Tullamarine airport - related in the text. Many of Shipard's victims can be identified from German records and this detail is included. Detail of the career of Douggie Oxby is included - he became the most successful Allied night fighter radar operator of WW2. This is their story.

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Step into the thrilling world of wartime aviation with "Beaufighter Night Fighter Ace Malta 1942." This gripping book chronicles the flying career of night fighter ace Flight Lieutenant Mervyn Shipard DFC* RAAF, as he and his crew bravely navigated the dangerous night skies over Malta and North Africa. With heart-pounding accounts of air combat and crashes, this book offers a riveting glimpse into Shipard's fearless exploits.

Join Shipard and his partner Douggie Oxby RAF on their adrenaline-fueled missions as they take on the enemy, destroying a total of thirteen aircraft and facing the perils of night interceptions and treacherous weather conditions. Their remarkable story of survival and success is a testament to their skills and bravery in the face of overwhelming odds.

Experience the thrill of victory and the agony of near-defeat as Shipard and Oxby's gripping tale unfolds. From their early triumphs to their ultimate decision to transition to airline flying, every page is packed with drama and excitement. Don't miss the chance to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of these daring night fighter aces.

Ready to dive into the captivating saga of Mervyn Shipard and Douggie Oxby? Order your copy of "Beaufighter Night Fighter Ace Malta 1942" today and embark on an unforgettable journey through the skies of World War II. Get your hands on this must-read book now!

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