In announcing the new record, the Air Ministry in London states that high praise is due to Squadron-Leader R. Kellett, leader of the flight, who was in Bomber No. 1; Wing-Commander O. R. Gayford, officer commanding the unit, for his organization; and the personnel for their piloting and navigation, and also to the makers of the aircraft, engines and equipment for their share in the achievement.
The Ministry adds that the wireless personnel, all qualified pilots, took turns in piloting during the flight The most critical part of the flight was the take-off owing to the abnormally heavy load, which was about 19,000 1b. This was about 8,009 lb. more than usual for this
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