ONE of the last surviving Czech airmen to serve in the RAF during the Second World War has taken to the skies above Britain once again.
General Emil Bocek, 93, said it was his “dream” to take the controls of a twin-seater Supermarine Spitfire one last time.
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Emil said it was his “dream” to take the controls of a Supermarine SpitfireCredit: PA:Press Association
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The former war hero took off from Biggin Hill airfield in KentCredit: PA:Press Association
He was granted his wish at Biggin Hill Airport in Kent where his 20-minute flight revived memories of his time flying the machines during wartime.
As he landed, a beaming Gen Bocek gave a triumphant thumbs-up from the cockpit and afterwards told reporters: “It was very good. I loved it. It was perfect.”
