Return of the Catalina – a Legendary Adventure

Gwen. was written on the envelope. That's all. It arrived without notice, no postmark, no return address,  just stamped in bold red ink . . . TOP SECRET   Aha! My DVD copy of "Return of the Catalina" had arrived! Top secret indeed. The exploits of those few brave men who in 1943 flew the "Black Cats of … Continue reading Return of the Catalina – a Legendary Adventure

The “Black Cats” of the Double Sunrise Service and other flying stories

Some time back I posted about the Lake Boga Flying Boat Museum. I am pleased to offer this follow up, with information courtesy of Jim Thurstan, retired Qantas engineer and a member of the Historical Aircraft Restoration Society (HARS) located at Albion Park, NSW. Firstly, a link back to the original story. Lake Boga was … Continue reading The “Black Cats” of the Double Sunrise Service and other flying stories