Sir Hugh Spencer Lisle Dundas, CBE, DSO & Bar, DFC (22 July 1920 – 10 July 1995),[1] nicknamed "Cocky", was a fighter pilot in the Royal Air Force (RAF) during the Second World War and later a senior broadcasting executive.

[4] Like his elder brother John, he became fascinated by the idea of flying from childhood, and he joined the Auxiliary Air Force (AuxAF) straight after leaving Stowe School in 1938.

609 Squadron, was killed in action in November 1940 after shooting down Helmut Wick, the top–scoring German ace at the time.

Through the summer of 1941 Dundas frequently flew with Bader's section, gradually building his reputation as a competent fighter pilot and tactician.

The citation read: Acting Flight Lieutenant Hugh Spencer Lisle Dundas (91001), Auxiliary Air Force, No.

This officer has shown unflagging courage in the face of the enemy and the utmost tenacity in supporting his leader.

[9] He was mentioned in despatches on 1 January 1943, and was promoted to squadron leader (war substantive) on 11 February.

[citation needed] On 1 September 1945, Dundas was granted a permanent commission in the RAF, in the rank of flight lieutenant.

[15] Dundas continued to serve in the reconstituted AuxAF following his retirement from active service.

[19] Dundas joined Rediffusion Limited in 1961, becoming a director in 1966, and served as Chairman of Thames Television until 1987.