Do-17 F1+FH.. Oblt Robert Zelbe

[checkmysix]

F1+FH: 1. / KG 76, September, 1940. This aircraft was piloted by Oblt. Robert Zehbe. This is the Do 17 that has become the subject of a great and glamorous myth as a result of a T.V. show.
Intending to bomb Buckingham Palace, Zehbe’s aircraft was rammed at the last minute by a Hawker Hurricane piloted by Sgt. Raymond Holmes. Zehbe and Homes both floated to earth on parachutes and Buckingham Palace was spared and the King and Queen saved. “Long live the King!”
Now for the actual history. On 15 September 1940, Zehbe was on his way to bomb Central London, approaching from the South-East, and then a dog-leg west. On route he encountered engine trouble and lagged behind the formation by about a half-mile. The Hurricanes of 310 Squadron quickly jumped the straggler, but failed to shot down Zehbe’s aircraft.
As Zehbe approached South London his left engine was on fire. He was jumped by Hurricanes of 609 Squadron and 504 Squadron. The effort to bring Zehbe down was so intense that it seems 609 Squadron complained that 504 Squadron was interfering in its efforts.
Two of Zehbe’s crewman bailed out, the gunner was dead. Zehebe’s aircraft was then attacked by Holme’s Hurricane, and Zehbe bailed out. Holme’s wing may have struck the Dornier at that point. Holmes bailed out of the damaged Hurricane. The Dornier, engulfed in flames, began to spin wildly out of control. The outer wing panels broke off and the fuselage broke in two. A good part of the aircraft came down in Fulham, with other parts falling on Victoria Station. It is believed that one of the bombs flung out of the spinning aircraft, landed on the grounds of Bucking ham Palace. Robert Zehbe died from his wounds the next day.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
.Defaut for lines,structure and elements Guide.
.Morgoth for Nose art.

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[Gamekeeper]

Very nice job. It's good to see the continued work on the lesser known aircraft.
I've seen a couple of documentaries on the Hurricane/Dornier incident both of which focused mainly on the sole Hurricane of Raymond Holmes. It's good to read a fuller account of the events. It's a shame so much history is distorted to make a good TV show, the full facts often make a better story.

[Plt Off JRB Meaker]

Beautiful skin Keith and I love the historical aspect given to this too,it's another cracker!

[rickster]

Nice skin,thanks for the historical background,as well.

[checkmysix]

Thanks a lot Guys

[kristorf]

Nice work matey

[checkmysix]

Originally Posted by Plt Off JRB Meaker

Beautiful skin Keith and I love the historical aspect given to this too,it's another cracker!

Hi Andy
Thanks a lot Buddy
I am really Happy you are enjoying the Do17 Skins
It was your Plea for this plane and the Fact there wasnt a Custom Made
Skin available that inspired me to do them,I like a challenge and Boy
was it
I am no Kristorf or CptFarrell but ovrerall I am really Pleased with
the way it turned out, and with the Blank I have supplied with each Skin will
allow others to expand on it further if they wish
I am working on a few more Skins for this Plane so watch this space.
Have a great Weekend
Best Regards
Keith

[Plt Off JRB Meaker]

Keith,what you have done has gone beyond my expectations,these skins make the COD Dornier really look like a Dornier now,and I really can't thank you enough

[checkmysix]

Originally Posted by Plt Off JRB Meaker

Keith,what you have done has gone beyond my expectations,these skins make the COD Dornier really look like a Dornier now,and I really can't thank you enough

Thanks Andy
Its a great to get such Posotive feed back and have you efforts rewarded
I need to Tweak the Spinner a bit in relation to locating and painting the tip of the hub and an overpaint when spinner is stationary
Now Andy I need your Help.
When I put custom skins in FMB they Shows on Player Aircraft
But NOT on AI for some reason.
Am I doing something wrong or is this a glitch
Thanks again Buddy
Regards
Keith