Mission Report:
L for Lanky's failed to return from 6th mission.
A 314 Sqn aircraft reports seeing a Lancaster, short of Nürnburg, in an uncontrolled dive following engine explosion.
Summary:
Bombs on target: Did not bomb.
Claims: Nil (0)
Crew Status:
Kia: L.Mills, E.Howe, A.Tompkins, D.Ireland, I.Harvey, D.Vale.
POW: N.Baker
Respectfully,
Pilot Officer G. Thomas
Int Section
314 Squadron