Sir Philip was a keen golfer, but he never became expert. His "face would light up with joy when he hit the ball a long distance, no matter what the direction.
Port Lympne, his Kentish home, is built in the Dutch style. Its gardens are famous, and designed to be seen from the air.
One of his chief interests was flying. He was Hon. Air Commodore of 601 Fighter Squadron of the A.AF. Although too old to be an active pilot, he qualified in 1932 for his A" licence, which entitled him to wear the honorary wings. In order to do this he had to complete ten hours' solo flying.
He did not really enjoy piloting himself. It was a battle of courage against his own feelings.
When Squadron Leader Gillan, of London-Edinburgh flight fame, was ordered to instruct Sir Philip, he was told that he would be responsible for his distinguished pupil Gillan said he would accept that responsibility. but he would not be responsible for the machines which Sir Philip damag-
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