Meteor F.8 VZ520 damaged in the air, landed at Linton on Ouse airfield.

On 26th May 1952 this 66 Squadron aircraft collided in the air with Meteor WH272 during a formation flying exercise. The pilot of VZ520 was able to remain in control and land the aircraft normally, probably back at Linton on Ouse airfield where it was based. A Cat.3R damage assessment was made and it was repaired on site by 60 M.U. with it servicable in July 1952.

Pilot - Name unknown.

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