Fred Pearce worked on Lancasters at the former RAF Spilsby base during the Second World war and is the only surviving member of Bomber County's 207 Squadron.
To mark the occasion, family and friends organised a surprise visit to the centre on Armed Forces Day to reunite him with the Lancaster he had not seen for 10 years since his last visit
The current Wing Commander of 207 Squadron, Scott Williams of RAF Marham, also travelled up to the Centre o honour Fred with a special presentation.
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The current Wing Commander of 207 Squadron, Scott Williams of RAF Marham, also travelled up to the Centre o honour Fred with a special presentation.
5. East Kirkby Aviation Heritage Centre
Fred Pearce visited East Kirkby Aviation Heritage Centre for his 100th birthday. Photo: John Aron
6. East Coast Aviation Heritage Centre
Fred Pearce with the emblem presented to him by lifelong friend Margaret Woods, 93. Photo: John Aron
7. East Coast Aviation Heritage Centre
Fred Pearce with his lifelong friend Margaret Woods, 93. Photo: John Aron
8. East Coast Aviation Heritage Centre
Fred Pearce with his wife Renee (left) and family and friends at his 100th birthday. Photo: John Aron