James Thain
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James Thain (8 February 1921 – 6 August 1975) was a British aviator and former Royal Air Force officer. He was pilot in command aboard BEA Flight 609 when it crashed in the 1958 Munich air disaster.
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James Thain | |
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Born | (1921-02-08)8 February 1921 Bermondsey, London, England |
Died | 6 August 1975(1975-08-06) (aged 54) Bracknell, Berkshire, England |
Nationality | British |
Occupation(s) | Aviator, farmer |
Spouse | Ruby Violet Thain (13.06.1913-27.11.1998) |
Military career | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | Royal Air Force |
Rank | Flight lieutenant |
Battles/wars | Second World War |
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