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David Lanigan first flew in an aeroplane at the age of 12 at a local civilian flying training school. This sparked a love for flying in the young man, prompting him to learn to fly and join the RAF at age 18; what followed was a long and exceptional career in flying, both with the RAF and with private companies. Follow along as this young man from Dorset sees the world, builds a family, and saves lives, all the while learning more and more about helicopters and life. Front cover photo: Team work is key. SAR crew of pilot, navigator and winchman returning from rescue training in Bridlington Bay, Yorkshire, 1970. In the background is a Westland Whirlwind Mk.10, which equipped UK based RAF SAR squadrons. Back cover photo: Sikorsky S61N in UN colours, taking off from the UN base at Knin, during operations in Croatia, in 1995.

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Born in Wimborne, Dorset in 1941, David Lanigan developed a love for flying at an early age. This love led to a career with the Royal Air Force, followed by many years with flying for private companies. David and his wife Ann have one son, Christopher, and they have now retired to Dorset enjoying membership of the local rambling club and supporting the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.

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