RAF East Kirkby, located in Lincolnshire, England, was established in 1943 as a Royal Air Force station during World War II. It served as a base for Lancaster bombers of No. 57 Squadron and No. 630 Squadron, playing a crucial role in the Allied bombing campaign against Nazi Germany. The airfield saw intense activity during the war, with numerous missions flown from its runways.

The site has a tragic history, with many aircrew losing their lives during operations. One particularly devastating incident occurred in 1944 when a fully-loaded Lancaster bomber crashed on takeoff, killing all seven crew members and destroying several other aircraft on the ground.

After the war, RAF East Kirkby was used for various purposes, including as a Thor missile base during the Cold War, before being decommissioned in the 1960s.

The airfield’s turbulent past has given rise to several ghost stories and reported paranormal phenomena. Staff and visitors have reported hearing phantom engine sounds of Lancaster bombers, even when no aircraft are present. Some claim to have seen apparitions of airmen in period uniforms walking across the airfield or near the control tower.

One recurring tale involves the sighting of a ghostly figure believed to be a pilot, often seen near the remaining aircraft hangar. Witnesses describe him as wearing a 1940s RAF uniform, appearing briefly before vanishing.

Another frequently reported phenomenon is the smell of fuel and oil in areas where no such substances are present, often accompanied by unexplained cold spots.

In the former crew quarters, people have reported hearing footsteps, whispered conversations, and the sound of doors opening and closing when the buildings are empty.