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Former Goon Sir Harry Secombe flew into Newcastle
Former Goon Sir Harry Secombe flew into Newcastle and almost won himself a surprise magnum of champagne. The netertainer narrowlly missed being the 10, 000th passenger to fly the Gatwick to Newcastle route on Dan-Airs new British Aerospce 146 airliner. However he did not miss out on the presentation ceremony when the plane landed in the North East. Sir Harry was to spend the day recording a television programme in Durham Cathedra and was asked to present the bubbly and two Dan Air return tickets to Mr Alan Chisholm. Mr Chisholm, who was born in Jarrow but lived in Sussex, worked for RT James & Partners, who had offices in Clavering Place, Newcastle and the South-East..
12th September, 1983
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Former Goon Sir Harry Secombe Makes a Surprise Landing in Newcastle". In this photo print, we witness the legendary comedian and singer, Sir Harry Secombe, arriving in Newcastle amidst an exhilarating competition. Almost becoming the 10,000th passenger to fly from Gatwick to Newcastle on Dan-Air's new British Aerospace 146 airliner, Sir Harry narrowly missed winning himself a delightful magnum of champagne. However, his luck turned around as he gracefully participated in the presentation ceremony upon landing in the North East. The multi-talented entertainer had a busy day ahead as he was scheduled to record a television program at Durham Cathedral. Adding excitement to his already eventful day, Sir Harry was honored with presenting the coveted bubbly and two return tickets from Dan Air to Mr. Alan Chisholm. Mr. Chisholm, originally hailing from Jarrow but residing in Sussex, worked for RT James & Partners - a prominent company with offices both in Clavering Place, Newcastle and the South-East region. This unexpected encounter between two distinguished individuals created an unforgettable moment that will surely be cherished by all involved. This remarkable snapshot captures not only the joyous occasion but also highlights the vibrant atmosphere of air travel during the 1980s. It serves as a nostalgic reminder of an era when airline competitions were filled with humor and excitement while showcasing esteemed personalities like Sir Harry Secombe gracing our skies.
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