Johnny Checketts

Squadron Leader John Milne Checketts in the cockpit of his Spitfire at RAF Station Biggin Hill. (PHOTO: RNZAF)

Portrait of Flying Officer John Milne Checketts, after returning from a mission, standing in front of a Spitfire with Alan Deere's dog. Unknown location in England. (PHOTO: Royal Air Force)

Side view of Spitfire AB509 JM-C, belonging to Wing Commander JM Checketts DSO DFC, Wing Leader of No. 142 Wing. RAF Station Horne. No. 142 Wing comprised of No. 130 (RAF) Squadron, No. 303 (Polish) Squadron and No. 402 (Canadian) Squadron. No.s 303 and 402 Squadron badges appear on the engine cowl. No. 142 Wing Operated from RAF Station Horne during the period of the Allied invasion of France. (PHOTO: Air Force Museum of New Zealand)

(PHOTO: Air Force Museum of New Zealand)