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Montrose Ghost Pilot

Former RAF Montrose, Montrose, Gwent Apparition World War I, World War II

Former RAF Montrose, a historic airfield in Scotland, is said to be haunted by the ghost of a trainee pilot who died on his first solo flight during World War I. His spirit was seen in the base commander's room not once, not twice, but three times, before the room was locked up and abandoned. The poor chap's apparition was also spotted flying around in his biplane, and this was reportedly seen up until the end of World War II. It's a sad reminder of the risks these brave pilots took, and the fact that their memories live on in these sightings.

In the latter years of World War II, a phantom RAF Officer was seen around the base, believed to have been killed by a mechanic with a grudge who tampered with his aircraft's engine. Fast forward to 2010, and an old radio set at the heritage centre was picking up Second World War transmissions, including speeches by Churchill. This eerie phenomenon has left many wondering if the base still holds secrets and stories of its past. The history of RAF Montrose dates back to World War I, when it served as a training base for pilots.

Historical Context

RAF Montrose served as a training base during World War I and II

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Former Military Airfield
Activity Types
Visual Audio
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Twentieth century, and 2010
Postcode Area
DD10

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