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Header image: Geoffrey Wellum (right), with Tom Neil, watching the BBMF flypast over London in 2005 to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain in which they both fought, Geoffrey flying Spitfires and Tom in Hurricanes. Tom and Geoffrey both passed away last month. (Photo: Crown Copyright) 

Just a week after the death of Tom Neil, the BBMF lost another dear friend when Battle of Britain Spitfire pilot Squadron Leader Geoffrey Wellum DFC died at his home in Cornwall on 18th July, aged 96. Having become well-known to many in recent years through his wonderful, highly acclaimed book ‘First Light’, which describes his experiences in the Battle of Britain, and various TV appearances, Geoffrey’s passing received major coverage in the national press and TV news.

This month, you could win one of Hordern Richmond’s beautiful Spitfire Pens, made from an original WWII Spitfire propeller blade. The pen would usually cost £170. 

How to enter the ballot

All current members of the RAF Memorial Flight Club have been automatically entered into this month’s ballot. If you’re not already a member, please join the Club by 31 July 2018. 

On top of this month’s fantastic prize for members, we’re pleased to be giving away another bonus prize. One lucky person will win an Avro Lancaster B.III (Special) The Dambusters 1:72 scale Airfix kit.

Complete the entry form below by 31 July 2018 to be in with a chance of winning. This competition is open to everybody, so please do share it with your friends and family. Our two winners will be drawn at random and contacted by email in August.