Is the 633 Squadron a real story?

It has often been stated that “633 Squadron” was based on a true story but in fact this is not the case. Rather the story was “inspired by the exploits of the British and Commonwealth Mosquito Air Crews” (as is stated just after the main titles of the film).

Did they use real mosquitoes in 633 Squadron?

Eight Mosquitos were primarily used, five airworthy and others that could be taxied on runways or used as set dressing. The airworthy TT 35 Mosquitos were converted to resemble a fighter-bomber variant (FB Mk VI).

Where is the Black Swan pub in 633 Squadron?

The Black Swan public house is the Three Compasses public house, Pegmire Lane, Aldenham, Hertfordshire, still open for business. 633 Squadron aircraft landing at RAF Sutton Craddock bomber airfield. This is actually RAF Bovingdon airfield, northwest of Bovingdon, Hertfordshire.

What was 633 Squadron?

During World War II, Norwegian underground leader Erik Bergman informs the British of the location of a German V2 fuel manufacturing plant.

Are there any Mosquito aircraft still flying?

The de Havilland Mosquito is a British two-engine multi-role combat aircraft used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied air forces during World War II. Of the 7,781 planes built, 30 survive today, four of which are airworthy. Eight planes are currently under restoration.

Where was mosquito squadron filmed?

Bovingdon Airfield in Hertfordshire was a location for many scenes; four “flightworthy” de Havilland Mosquito aircraft, including RR299, which eventually crashed and much later was destroyed in July 1996, were based at the airfield.

When did RAF Bovingdon close?

Closure and civilian use. In 1968, the Ministry of Defence (MOD) announced that Bovingdon would be closed for budgetary reasons, and in 1972 the airfield was shut down, although from World War II to present day, the runway, 650m long × 49m wide, on Berry Farm has continuously been used for light aircraft activities.

Which airfield was filming 633 Squadron?

During the 1960s Bovingdon was used in the production of several World War II films including The War Lover (1961), which starred Steve McQueen and 633 Squadron (1964).

What airfield was 633 Squadron filmed at?

Was the Mosquito the fastest plane in ww2?

When it entered service in 1941, it was one of the fastest operational aircraft in the world. By the end of the Second World War, Mosquito pilots scored more than 600 confirmed kills against enemy aircraft. It could carry four 500 pound bombs, while a later version – the Mark IX – doubled the bomb load.

What was the most successful plane in World War 2?

The number 1 is no surprise: the North American P-51 Mustang. Often and usually considered the best fighter of the war, the P-51 was a game-changer for Allied forces. Employed as a long-range bomber escort, the P-51 was unmatched by German planes, especially at high altitudes.