HMS Ark Royal R-09
Donald "Don" Morrison, R.N. Collection
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Blue Nose Certificate issued to Don Morrison in 1961.



Crossing the Line Certificate issued to Don Morrison on Aug. 11, 1962.



1961: The Starboard Watch Electrical Department from HMS Ark Royal R-09, Don Morrison is seen in the back row, 4th from left.



HMS Ark Royal R-09 launching a Supermarine Scimitar in Grand Harbour, Malta. This was the first time a Royal Navy carrier had launched a jet propelled aircraft while at anchor in Grand Harbor, a Fairey Gannet is seen on the flight deck awaiting take off.



A Supermarine Scimitar ready to launch from the port catapult of HMS Ark Royal R-09.
(All photos courtesy of Donald "Don" Morrison, R.N.)





Donald "Don" Morrison, R.N. Collection
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