Bidspirit auction | Deck Landing on HMS Eagle

Deck Landing on HMS Eagle Rare Navy cover signed by Lt.Cdr. P.R. Sheppard AFC Sea Fury pilot and Capt. R.J.C. Johnston last captain of HMS Eagle. RNSC1 Very scarce cover.14 Feb 72 - BFPS 1265 - 20th Anniversary of First Deck Landing on HMS Eagle, 3p stamp. Flown. Peter was a Korean War Sea Fury pilot who would later go on to fly the Sea Vixen amongst many other types. He is probably most well known for being one of the founding members of the Royal Navy Historic Flight and many will remember his legendary Sea Fury displays, an aircraft that was always dear to him. Captain John R.C. Johnston commanded the aircraft carrier HMS Eagle (R05) from June 1974 to April 1976. Good condition. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide.