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1942 - 1915.PDF
SEPTEMBER IOTH, 1942 FLIGHT V.yt Parachute mines being loaded into the bomb racks of a Wellington. Many of these mines are laid in enemy waters every night. Navigational accuracy of a high order is essential in this class of work. Service Aviation Royal Air Force and Fleet Air Arm News I Naval Observer's Badge THE KING has been pleased to approve the design of a badge to be worn by all Officers and Warrant Officers who are qualified as Ob servers in the Fleet Air Arm, whether of the Executive, Air Branch or Royal Marines. Officers of the R.N.R. and R.N.V.R. are also eligible. The badge consists of wings of gold embroidery having in the centre a fouled silver anchor Bur- rounded by the letter " O" in silver rope and surmounted by a Crown. Appointment Auxiliary Air Force The Rt. Hon. Sir ARCHIBALD SINCLAIR, Bt., K.T., C.M.G., M.P., is appointed Honorary Air Commodore of No. 600 Squadron. 11th Aug., 1942. Awards THE KING has been graciously pleased to approve the following awards in recognition of gallantry displayed in flying operations against the enemy:— DISTINGUISHED SERVICE ORDER Act. Sqn. Ldr. A. ASHWORTH, D.F.C, NO. 75 IN.Z.) Sqn.^-Throughout the numerous sorties which Sqn. Ldr. Ashworth has completed, many of which were in the Middle East, this officer has displayed utter fearlessness and a magnificent determination to reach and bomb his allotted target despite all odds. His great skill and efficiency as a captain of aircraft have been an excellent example and stimulus to the entire ^uadron. BAR TO THE DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS Act. Sqn Ldr. R. HILTON, D.F.C., R.A.F.V.R., No. 83 Sqn. P/O. J. E. PARTRIDGE, D.F.C., R.A.F.V.R., No. 93 Sqn. DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS P/O. H. SHIELDS, D.F.M., No. 83 Sqn. One day in July, 1942, Sqn. Ldr. Hilton and P/Os. Partridge and Shields were pilots whilst lit. Sgt. Kleeman was a navigator in a force !if aircraft which participated in a daylight attack m a target is the Ruhr. When reaching the enemy's coast it was apparent that very little elond cover was available and the attack would aave to be made in the face of fierce opposition. and Announcements Desp fce this, the aircrait flew on, and, by superb airmanship and magnifice'nt crew co-operation, the German defences were evaded and the target was bombed successfully. During the return journey the aircraft in which P/O. Partridge and F'.t. Sgt. Kleeman were flying was attacked, first Ly two Me.llOs and later by-two F.-W.190s. The fire controller in the bomber was wounded, but Fit. Sgt. Kleeman, who took over his dutie... displayed such skill that not only were the attackers shaken off but two of them were damaged, one beins probably destroyed. The skill, courage and fortitude displayed by these officers and airmen throughout this hazardous mission were reflected in the successful result achieved and are worthy of the highest praise. Fit. Lt. P. S. A. HJLLIER, NO. 6 Sqn. In June, 1942, this officer participated in two sorties against a column of enemy armoured vehicles near Sidi Resegh. On his first sortie in the face oi heav_, fire, he made four low level attacks on the target, hitting several tanks. On his second sortie, he flew so low that part of the tail unit sna-ned off the turret oi one of the vehicles he attacked. Despite the damage sus tained to his aircraft he flew it safely to base. Fit. Lt. Hillier played a gallant part in the operations, which were attended with much success. Sqn. Ldr. T. PRESTON, NO. 12 Sqn.—This offi cer's -operational flights are carefully planned and methodically carried out. One night in April, 1942, his aiic aft was intercepted over Holland bv a German fighter, which inflicted damage before u was shaken off. Although the hydraulics and air-speed indicator were rendered unserviceable, Sqn. J dr. Preston flew the aircraft back to base, where he made a successful land ing without injury to any of the crew. This officer has participated in attacks, on important target., such as Hamburg. Wilhelmshaven. Kiel. Rostock, Cologne and Essen. He invariably dis plays courage, skill and determination. Act. Sqn. Ldr. R J. NEWTON. R.N.Z.A.F.. No. 75 (N.Z). Sqn.—This officer began his operationa career in March, 1941; he has carried out many sorties, acting M captain of aircraft on all occa sions. Throughout, this officer has displayed great skill and determination. He has on several occasions flown his aircraft safely back to base though severely damaged by enemy fire. He always presses borne his attack, and rarely bombs a target from more than 12.000 feet. He has always exhibited a great keenness for operations, and unhesitatingly valunteers for anv special sorties. An excellent bomber-pilot and an out standing captain, Sqn. Ldr. Newton has set an excellent example. Act. Sqn. Ldr. L. B. B. PRICE. R.C.A.FJJK? 4 (R.C.A.F.) Sqn.—Sqn. Ldr. Price is a. car who has never failed to attack the m/tet highly defended'targets with the greatest determination and skill. He has seemed excellent photographs of the target, taken whilst bombing; an outstand ing example was the one showing the actual sheds of the Heinkel Works at Rostock, which he attacked on the night of April 26th, 1942. Other targets \ttacked include Wilhelmshaven, Hamburg, Brest, Kiel, Warnemu'nde and Esseu. He has set an inspiring example. Act. Sqn. Ldr. C K. SAXKLBY, NO. 103 Sqn.— This officer has at all times proved himself to be one of the most able and reliable captains of the squadron. His fearlessness and determination iu the face of .enemy fire and grave situations, have been an inspiration to his crew. On one
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