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Aviation History
1942
1942 - 0419.PDF
FEBRUARY IQTH, ig-2 VI Coastal Command have built up a reputation for carrying' out operational flying whatever the weather. Our photograph shows aircraftmen removing snow from a Hudson. Royal Air Force and Fleet Air Arm. News -t&zind. Announcements Awards TPHE KINO has been graciously pleased to ap-A prove the following awards in recognition of gallantry displayed in flying operations against the . enemy:— DISTINGUISHED SERVICE OIJDEK. VVING CDR. T. R. VICKERS, NO. 221 Squadron -This officer formed and trained the squadron and, by bis untiring efforts and skilful, leadership in nil conditions, he has raised it to a high stan •lard ol operational efficiency. Wing Cdr. Vickers trained 28 operational crews before operational training units began to furnish trained personnel In August, 1941, his squadron had the highest total o flying hourB of any in the command. The continued successes achieved are a direct, result ol this officer's inspiring leadership. He has set » magnificent example both on the ground and in the air as captain of aircraft. BAR TO THE DISTINGUISHED FLVING CROSS Act. Sqn. l.dr. R. A. CIUSHOLM, D.F.C., A.A.U, no- 604 Squadron.—Since being awarded the D.r.C. in March, 1941, this officer has destroyed five enemy bombers at night, thus bringing his vic tories to seven destroyed. By his exceptional skill. "I'l- LOT. Chisholm has been largely responsible high standard of efficiency shown by his 8m,,.i 8qn'J;dr A D- J LOVFIL. D.F.C.. No. 145 fii •>lron--This officer is a fearless and skilful - r pilot. His keenness to engage the eneuiv, »ad,^KW,lh fine leadership, both in the air In v™ • Kr0u,1(". has set an inspiring example. Jtn^nr "S^' 1941' S<Jn- Ldr- L0^11 sh°' down a la i " 88 some 35 miles »» the Yorkshire cast. J""nary, 1942, i„ the same area and in difficult Capt. Q. Tepas, senior K.L.M. pilot, and^AirTomdr. H.H.H. The DukeTdT-Kent, who decorated him with the Order of JJ»e*witish Empire. The honour is in recognition of Capt. Tepas' services ent work*
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