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266 FLIGHT MARCH 8TH, 1945 FORTISSIMO : A formation of six Superfortresses flying over the Pacific. SERVICE AVIATION Royal Air Force and Fleet Air Arm News and Announcements Appointment Air Marshal SIR Guy GABBOD, K.C.B., O.B.E.,M.C., 1) P.O., has been appointed C.-in-C. of the R A F in the Mediterranean and the Middle East,and Deputy to the Air C.-in-O. of the Allied Air Forces in the Mediterranean.When Air Marshal Garrod takes up this appoint- ment, the present C.-in-C, Air Marshal Sir JohnSlcssnr. K.C.B., D.8.O.. M.C., will be leaving to take up another high appointment. The changewill take elfect as from an early date. Awards TUB KING lias been graciously, pleased toapprove the lollowing awards in recognition11I gallantry and devotion to duty in the execution 0! air operations : — Bar to Distinguished Service OrderAct Wing CXIr. W. V. CRAWTORD-COMPTOH. D.8.O . D.F.C.. K.A.F V.R.—Throughout the preinvasion period and afterwards Wing Cdr Craw- lord-Compton has completed his daties with out-standing skill, determination and gallantry. Since the award uf the D.R.O. lie has destroyed at leastnine enemy aircraft and twenty enemy transport*. He is a fearless leader who inspires those underhid command by his relentless determination and oourage in the lace of danger. Distinguished Service Order Fit. Lt. A. \V. KILPATBICK. R.A.F.V.R., No. 197Scin.—This officer is a (light commander in a bomber squadron which since D-day has operatedin France, Belgium and Holland in support of the Array. "Fit, Lt. Kilpatrick has participatedin attacks against a wida variety of targets. He hafe, on all occasions, pressed home his attacks.often in the face of intense anti-aircraft fire. On one occasion liis aircraft was so severely damagedlie was forced to abandon it by parachute, and was totally blind for sin days. Fit. T.t. Rilpatrickdid not let this distressing experience affect his determination to contmue on operational flving.He haa led his flight skilfully and inspired his fellow pilots by his liigh courage, cheerfulness an !ik'M'lion U1 duly. Sqn. Ldr. O. C. KALLIO, D.F.C., R.C.A.F., No.417 (R.C.A.F.) Sqn.—Since the award of the D.F.C., Sqn. Ldr. Kallio has flown on operationsagainst the enemy with consistent success and gallantry. He has commanded a flight and twosquadrons during his operational career, at all times showing fine qualities of leadership andjudgment. Under his command, his present squad- ron has produced excellent results. He has person-ally destroyed two enemy aircraft and damaged or destroyed much enemy road and rail transport. Bar to Distinguished Flying Cross Act. Wing Cdr. J. L. U. BERLANIHNA, D.F.C.,R.A.F., No. 114 Sqn.—This officer has continued to display outstanding enthusiasm for operations,since the award of the D.F.C. Since being ap- pointed to the command of his squadron, he hasapplied twke for an extension of his operational tour and, due to his continued enthusiasm andability, the unit has developed into one of the best in the command. Wing Cdr. Berlandina hasalways shown the utmost skill and courage as a pilot. Act. Wing Cdr. A. K. PASSMORE, D.F.C.,R.A.F.O., No. 18 Sqn.—After serving in Greece, this officer took part in the campaign in the FarEast and, when the front collapsed, escaped in an open boat and reached Australia in safety 48 day?later. In August, 1944, he assumed command of No. 18 Sqn. and since then has displayed fineleadership in the air. Wing Cdr. Passmore has completed a large number of operational sortiesshowing the utmost courage and devotion to duty. By his efficiency and example he has built up hissquadron into a most effective fighting and work ing unit. Act. Wing Cdr. W. PITT-BROWN, D.F.C., R.A.F.—This officer has completed his second tour of opera- tional duty, during which he has commanded hissquadron and has led his wing, He has operated continuously from Great Britain and the Conti-nent, having taken a commendable part in the battles in Normandy and the subsequent advance.As a squadron commander. Wing Cdr. Pitt-Brown very ably supported his wing leader in the actionsat Falaise and Mortain. Sqn. Ldr. P. W. DE B. FORSVTH, D.F.C ,•R.A.F.O., N'o. 37 Sqn.—Sinre (he nward of the D.F.C., this officer has completed an excellenttour of operations. In May, 1944. he completed an outstanding attack on an enemy airfield.Despite the presence of enemy fighters in the target area, he remained for a considerable timeover the objective and, after evading an attack, secured a fine photograph. Sqn. Ldr. Forsyth hastaken part in many other successful sorties. On the ground he has always displayed enthusiasm,,ability and leadership as a Right commander. . ^ Act. Sqn. Ldr. M. R. INGLE FINCH, D.F.C..A.F.C., R.A.F.V.R., No. 17S Sqn.—This officer has led his squadron on numerous occasions since theaward of the D.F.C. During this time he has taken part in the actions at Falaise and Mortain.His cheerful conrage and determination to engage the enemy on every occasion have been an inspiretion to all in the squadron. Sqn. Ldr. K. K MA JUMDAK, D.F.C., I.A.F.,No. 268 Sqn.—This officer has completed many reconnaissance soities. His keenness for opera-tional work and his skill on difficult and dan- gerous missions has always been outstanding.Before the advance northwards in France, he com- pleted exceptionally valuable reconnaissances ofthe Seine bridges, in the face of heavy ground defences. Several times he has been interceptedby superior formations of enemy aircraft. His skill and courage have always been outstanding. Sqn. Ldr. J. C. F. HAYTER D.F.C.. R.A.F.O,,No. 74 Sqn.—Since the award of the D.F.C. this officer has been in command of his flight. He hastaken part in numerous low-level attacks. In addition, Sqn. Ldr. Hayter has been engaged on alarge number of escort and bombing missions. Both on the ground and in the air this officer hasmaintained a high standard of keenness and em cieney, which, combined with his fine fightingspirit, have materially contributed to the many successes attained.Sqn. Ldr. K. T LOFTS. D.F.C., A.A.F., No. 66 Sqri.—This officer has a long record of operationalflying. He was awarded the D.F.C. in 1940. and is now on his second tour of operational duty. Hehas destroyed at least eight enemy aircraft and damaged others. In addition, he hap inflictedconsiderable damage on enemy vehicles and loco- motives. Act. Sqn Mr R A BASCE. D.FC B.A.F.V.R..
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