was in the position and condition that Id originally observed it . The behaviour of the light re , eated the same pattern as previously as I continued into enemy territory
The light burned a strong steady orange red glow and when alongside the aircraft illuminated quite brightly the whole plane. I could observe nothing to which the light was attached nor could I determine what created it. During the time the light was with me I received no attention from antiaircraft guns. One other New Zealander was with 73 Squadron at this time and could verify these remarks. He is and was in the Wairapa Province when I last heard of him. As several 73 Squadron pilots at this period experienced this, and all handed in reports to intelligence, it is possible these may have been an official explanation. Perhaps RAF air ministry may have information that might be relevant in aiding your investigation, the result of which may solve my own experience.
yours sincerely