I remember he had no respect for Richthofen and his celebrated circus.
At six sharp we were ready to go.

A couple of mechanics had got out the machine, and Archie put on his coat and gloves and climbed into the pilot's seat, while I squeezed in behind in the observer's place.

The aerodrome was waking up, but I saw no officers about.

We were scarcely seated when Gibbons called our attention to a motor-car on the road, and presently we heard a shout and saw men waving in our direction.
'Better get off, my lad,' I said.

'These look like my friends.' The engine started and the mechanics stood clear.