Showing 232 items matching "pilot service"
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Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Book - 'BASIL WATSON PIONEER AVIATOR'
... Pilots- Air mail service Aviator Carol Winter Carole Winter Book ...Book. 'Basil Watson Pioneer Aviator', soft cover 61 pages with black and white and some colour photographs, published by Penfolk publishing Blackburn Victoria.Carole Winterbiography, basil watson, watson basil- air pilots- test pilots- air mail service, aviator, carol winter -
Moorabbin Air MuseumDocument (Item) - (SP) Technical Orders - multitude - list in "Context"
Possibly related to navigationtechnical order an 03-10abb-163 cyl plug selector valve assy overhaul with parts breakdown, technical order an 03-5-308 switch pressure actuated overhaul with parts breakdown, technical order an 05-55a-13 d-c selsyn position indicators and transmitters, technical order an-03-10abb-237 swing check valve overhaul with parts breakdown, technical order to-00-20a-2 airplane maintenance forms, technical order to-01-1-390 food and galley equipment responsibility, technical order to-01-1-515 rework solenoid control head part 966129, technical order to-01-1-619 oxygen regulators inspection and replacement, technical order to-02-10ab-1 r985 aircraft engines operations, technical order to-03-1-6 solenoid meshing devices ops service overhaul, technical order to-06-1-8 fuels and lubricants, technical order to-06-10-1 lubrication oils grades and use, technical order to-08-5-10 radio scr-578-a defective reels rl-48, technical order to-1-1-383 removal of ammunition from aircraft, technical order to-10-25-3 film developer assy operations servicing parts catalog, technical order to-14s3-1-503 inspection of life raft co2 cylinders, technical order to-15a1-2-12-3 air pressure regulator overhaul, technical order to-15h4-2-2-3 ignition units overhaul, technical order to-15h6-2-2-123 cockpit temperature control box, technical order to-15h6-2-2-13 cockpit temperature control box, technical order to-15h6-2-2-163 cockpit temperature control box overhaul, technical order to-1f-1-525 safety wirting pilot oxygen shutoff valve, technical order to-1f-86-210 sabre electrical connector for test equipment, technical order to-2r-0470-12 an 02a-40eb-2 aircraft engines service, technical order to-2r-0470-13 an 02a-40eb-3 aircraft engines overhaul, technical order to-2r-0470-14 an 02a-40eb-4 aircraft engines parts breakdown, technical order to-4s-1-2 high pressure air valve cores, technical order to-4s5-2-3 tail skid shock struts overhaul, technical order to-5f4-3-3 true airspeed signal control amplifier overhaul, technical order to-6j13-2-1-501 dual float switch assy installation, technical order to-6j14-1-5 torque values self sealing bladder cell multi bolt fittings, technical order to-6j3-4-15-4a vs-2 fuel regulator parts breakdown, technical order to-6j5-15-3 fuel filetr assy overhaul, technical order to-6j5-15-4 fuel filter assy parts breakdown, technical order to-6j5-18-3 micronic filters overhaul, technical order to-6j5-18-4 micronic filters parts breakdown, technical order to-6j5-24-3 av fuel filter replaceable micronic element, technical order to-6j5-5-3 fuel filter 03s12166d overhaul with parts breakdown, technical order to-6r-1-2 engine carburetor installation, technical order to-6r1-3-1-35 bendix injector carburetor overhaul, technical order to-6r9-2-11-3 valve check overhaul with parts breakdown, technical order to-6r9-2-12-3 swing check valve overhaul with parts breakdown, technical order to-6r9-2-14-3 check valve flow indicator overhaul wth parts breakdown, technical order to-8a6-3-3-3 ac generator overhaul, technical order to-8a6-8-4-4 engine driven aircraft generator parts breakdown, technical order to-8a6-9-3-3 aircraft ac generator overhaul, technical order to-8d1-21-3-33 fractional horsepower motor 5ba25aj28b overhaul with parts breakdown, technical order to-8d1-21-3-33 fractional horsepower motor 5ba25mj426b overhaul with parts breakdown, technical order to-8d1-29-2-3 direct current motor parts breakdown, technical order to-8d1-9-13-23 oil cooler flap control overhaul parts breakdown, technical order to-8d1-9-19-3 direct current motor overhaul with parts breakdown, technical order to-8d1-9-21-3 electromechanical linear actuator overhaul, technical order to-8d1-9-21-4 electromechanical linear actuator parts breakdown, technical order to-8d1-9-22-3 electromechanical power unit overhaul, technical order to-8d1-9-22-4 electromechanical power unit parts breakdown, technical order to-8d3-8-6-3 position light flasher overhaul, technical order to-8d6-5-4-504 mod westinghouse generator a45j247, technical order to-8e2-5-2-13 aircraft magnetos overhaul, technical order to-8e2-5-2-14 aircraft magnetos parts breakdown, technical order to-8ri-3-5-3 generator field control relay m-2 overhaul, technical order to-9h4-2-24-4a stratopower hydraulic pump parts breakdown -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Poster - Poster, Information Board, Behind The Wire
Storyboard of Andy Perry, Navy Pilot, Bear Cat, Dong Tam, December 1969 - December 1970. Service Number 02877, RAN Helicopter Flight Vietnamstoryboard, behind the wire, andy perry, dong tam, ran -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Photograph, Behind The Wire
A coloured photograph of Andy Perry, Navy Pilot, Bear Cat, Dong Tam, December 1969 - December 1970. Service Number 02877, RAN Helicopter Flight Vietnambehind the wire, photograph, andy perry, dong tam, ran -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Document - HOWARD AND VIOLET JOLLEY COLLECTION: PAMPHLET
This pamphlet is and advertising flyer for The Life Insurance Coy. Of Australia Ltd. And advertises the services on offer. Howard Jolley is a representative of this Company, and has at his disposal an aeroplane that will allow him to visit prospective clients located at great distances from the Office. The aeroplane is a Loarkin-Sopwith 'GNU', crewed by Howard Jolley, representative, Capt. A. W. Vigers, M.C. D.F.C., Pilot and Dr H. Webb, Doctor.business, retail, insurance, the life insurance coy. of australia ltd. howard jolley, capt. a. w. vigers m.c. d.f.c. pilot, and dr. h. webb. doctor. -
Moorabbin Air MuseumManual (Item) - (SP) Yakovlev Yak 50/52 Manuals - Pilots Operations / Flight Handbook / Mandatory Scheduled Technical Servicing / Maintenance Vol 1 and 2
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Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchWork on paper - Envelope Art
Sent to Mrs MacDonald "Monald" 32 Grey Street Wangaratta during Second World War possibly by Arthur Vincent Gilbert born 7/2/1923 in NSW Enlisted in the Army and served mainly in the Bonegilla/Bandiana area between 1943-6. No active service outside Australia recorded. service no NX176929Victoria's 2/24th Infantry Battalion was raised in Wangaratta in July 1940. They were welcomed with open arms by the local community as they rapidly built up their numbers. The people of Wangaratta adopted the Battalion and they became known as "Wangaratta's Own" because of the time the battalion spent in the town during its formative period prior to deployment overseas. Many of the soldiers maintained life long friendships with the people of Wangaratta. Even though the Battation was disbanded in 1946 members and their families return each year, in November, for a commemorative service at the 2/24th Battalion Memorial Wall at the Wangaratta Cemetery.Cream paper envelope with hand drawing of rope around bomb with yellow strip and pilot on top. Red cross top left cornerTop left - AIR MAIL Top right - postage stamp Top centre - AIF Censor stamp Right side Mrs M MacDonald "Monald" 32 Grey Street Wangaratta Victoria Australia Bottom left side - "OK Joe Were over Toyko" Rear - 129537 ACI Gilbert A V Group 436 Flinders Island Tasmania ww2, envelope art -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchNewspaper - Newspaper cuttings x 2, J H Wilkinson
From collection of photographs and cuttings dedicated to the memory of WILKINSON JOHN HUDSON : Service Number - 400444 : Date of birth - 18 Feb 1914 : Place of birth - RUTHERGLEN VIC : Place of enlistment - MELBOURNE : Next of Kin - WILKINSON HUDSON. Wilkinson was awarded the distinguished flying cross in March 1944 and tragically killed in action over Germany also in 1944. See also 237 and 240. Two newspaper cuttings Distinquished Flying Cross Awarded to Flying Officer J H WILKINSONpilot, kia, killed in action, dfc, distinguished flying cross, wwii, world war two, air force -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Manual - Helicopter Flight, Basic Helcopter Handbook U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Flight Standards Service
Technical manual for those seeking pilot licences with a helicopter rating, circa 1978non-fictionTechnical manual for those seeking pilot licences with a helicopter rating, circa 1978 -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchNewspaper - Newspaper Cutting
Photograph of Australian crew J W Scott, Ballarat, G E Erikson, Balmain, A R T Boys, Dulwich Hill Sydney, C E Adair, Swan Hill, B R Jones, Wyandra, J H Wilkinson, Rutherglen, E L Tull (RAF) and K G Campbell of Willoughby taken prior to a raid on Berlin on the night August 31. From collection of photographs and cuttings dedicated to the memory of WILKINSON JOHN HUDSON : Service Number - 400444 : Date of birth - 18 Feb 1914 : Place of birth - RUTHERGLEN VIC : Place of enlistment - MELBOURNE : Next of Kin - WILKINSON HUDSON. Wilkinson was awarded the distinguished flying cross in March 1944 and tragically killed in action over Germany also in 1944. See also 237 and 240. Newspaper cutting of picture of airmen with plane in backgroundpilot, kia, killed in action, dfc, distinguished flying cross, wwii, world war two, air force -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchPhotograph, 25 Squadron
From collection of photographs and cuttings dedicated to the memory of WILKINSON JOHN HUDSON : Service Number - 400444 : Date of birth - 18 Feb 1914 : Place of birth - RUTHERGLEN VIC : Prior to enlisting in Melbourne John WILKINSON was a Pharmaceutical Chemist. Awarded the distinguished flying cross in March 1944 WILKINSON was tragically killed in action over Germany in 1944. black and white photograph of squadron of airmen25 Squadron Personnel Rear - signature of J H Wilkinsonpilot, kia, killed in action, dfc, distinguished flying cross, wwii, world war two, air force, john hudson wilkinson -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchPhotograph
From collection of photographs and cuttings dedicated to the memory of WILKINSON JOHN HUDSON : Service Number - 400444 : Date of birth - 18 Feb 1914 : Place of birth - RUTHERGLEN VIC : Place of enlistment - MELBOURNE : Next of Kin - WILKINSON HUDSON. Wilkinson was awarded the distinguished flying cross in March 1944 and tragically killed in action over Germany also in 1944. See also 237 and 240. black and white photograph of 9 airmenpilot, kia, killed in action, dfc, distinguished flying cross, wwii, world war two, air force -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchLetter
Letter dated 16/5/1945 from Pilot Neville Sparks to Mrs Wilkinson informing her of the possible death of her son when his plane was shot down. From collection of photographs and cuttings dedicated to the memory of WILKINSON JOHN HUDSON : Service Number - 400444 : Date of birth - 18 Feb 1914 : Place of birth - RUTHERGLEN VIC : Place of enlistment - MELBOURNE : Next of Kin - WILKINSON HUDSON. Wilkinson was awarded the distinguished flying cross in March 1944 and tragically killed in action over Germany also in 1944. See also 237 and 240. Photocopy of a handwritten letter. Single page.Rear - Mr Neville Sparks (John's pilot when they were shot down) wrote this beautiful letter to John and Hud's parents.pilot, kia, killed in action, dfc, distinguished flying cross, wwii, world war two, air force -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchLetter - Letters x 2
Two letters on RAAF letterhead paper one dated 1/11/1941 from Jack to Hud. From collection of photographs and cuttings dedicated to the memory of WILKINSON JOHN HUDSON : Service Number - 400444 : Date of birth - 18 Feb 1914 : Place of birth - RUTHERGLEN VIC : Place of enlistment - MELBOURNE : Next of Kin - WILKINSON HUDSON. Wilkinson was awarded the distinguished flying cross in March 1944 and tragically killed in action over Germany also in 1944. See also 237 and 240. Photocopy of two handwritten letters on letterhead depicting bird in flight below a crown.John to Hudpilot, kia, killed in action, dfc, distinguished flying cross, wwii, world war two, air force -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchPhotograph
Photograph of seven airmen under a Lancaster plane. From collection of photographs and cuttings dedicated to the memory of WILKINSON JOHN HUDSON : Service Number - 400444 : Date of birth - 18 Feb 1914 : Place of birth - RUTHERGLEN VIC : Place of enlistment - MELBOURNE : Next of Kin - WILKINSON HUDSON. Wilkinson was awarded the distinguished flying cross in March 1944 and tragically killed in action over Germany also in 1944. See also 237 and 240. black and white photograph of seven airmen under planepilot, kia, killed in action, dfc, distinguished flying cross, wwii, world war two, air force -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchNewspaper - Newspaper Article, Honoring the Memories, Thursday 24 April 2003
Article relates to several items in the Wangaratta RSL collection including the DFC medal awarded to John Hudson WILKINSON. From collection of photographs and cuttings dedicated to the memory of WILKINSON JOHN HUDSON : Service Number - 400444 : Date of birth - 18 Feb 1914 : Place of birth - RUTHERGLEN VIC : Place of enlistment - MELBOURNE : Next of Kin - WILKINSON HUDSON. Wilkinson was awarded the distinguished flying cross in March 1944 and tragically killed in action over Germany also in 1944. See also 237 and 240. Newspaper article with picture of a Distinguished Flying Cross medalpilot, kia, killed in action, dfc, distinguished flying cross, wwii, world war two, air force -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchDocument - Commemorative Scroll
Scroll commemorates Flight Lieutenant J H Wilkinson DFC RAAF who served King and Country in the world war of 1939-1945 and gave his life to save mankind from tyranny. May his sacrifice help to bring the peace and freedom for which he died. From collection of photographs and cuttings dedicated to the memory of WILKINSON JOHN HUDSON : Service Number - 400444 : Date of birth - 18 Feb 1914 : Place of birth - RUTHERGLEN VIC : Place of enlistment - MELBOURNE : Next of Kin - WILKINSON HUDSON. Wilkinson was awarded the distinguished flying cross in March 1944 and tragically killed in action over Germany also in 1944. See also 237 and 240. Commemorative scroll sent by King George VI to the next of kin of those who gave their lives during world war 2. Yellow paper document with printed type and coat of armspilot, kia, killed in action, dfc, distinguished flying cross, wwii, world war two, air force -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Manual - Mitsubishi MU- 2 Twin Turboprop Executive Plane, MU-2 Pilot Operating Manual
... & servicing for pilots, circa 1972 Large 3 ring folder MU-2 Pilot ...Technical overview of MU-2 operations & servicing for pilots, circa 1972Large 3 ring foldernon-fictionTechnical overview of MU-2 operations & servicing for pilots, circa 1972 -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Photograph, Gibbons, Denis, RAN Wessex 2
Denis Gibbons (1937 – 2011) Trained with the Australian Army, before travelling to Vietnam in January 1966, Denis stayed with the 1st Australian Task Force in Nui Dat working as a photographer. For almost five years Gibbons toured with nine Australian infantry battalions, posting compelling war images from within many combat zones before being flown out in late November 1970 after sustaining injuries. The images held within the National Vietnam Veterans Museum make up the Gibbons Collection. A black and white photograph of two Navy pilots from the Sea King anti-submarine helicopter on board "the Vung Tau Ferry" HMAS Sydney, delivering the 9th Battalion to war service. They prepare to take off on patrol once HMAS Sydney reached the waters off Vietnam.photograph, ran, wessex, hmas sydney, vung tau ferry, 9th battalion, anti-submarine, sea king, navy, denis gibbons, photographer, vietnam war, australian navy pilots, sea king anti-submarine -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Manual - GAK Hunt RAAF Collection
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Melbourne Tram MuseumDocument - Report, Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Board (MMTB), 24/01/1922 12:00:00 AM
Report - original typed 3 foolscap pages, dated 24/1/1922 signed by the Manager Cable System (Mr. Roberts), to the Chief Manager, concerning an accident at the corner of Swanston and Lonsdale St where the auxiliary cable was cut due to a error by the policeman on duty directing tramcars, the pilot (pointsman/signaller) and one Gripman. Reports on the disciplinary hearing and makes recommendations as to the change of equipment and discussions with the Police department. Makes reference to somnolent market gardeners and general congestion on market days. Has names of Mr Barnes (claims Superintendent), Pilot Frederick Dainty, Gripman Frederick Houston, C. H. Turner and T Jewell representing the Union. Also has Mr. Strickland name in pencil. Also Constable Stanley, Youth J.C. Bartlett, Inspector Byers Notes issues with the intersection..1 - has stamp "Copy to Engineer" in top left hand corner.trams, tramways, cable trams, reports, services, accidents, police, lonsdale st, swanston st, signals -
Moorabbin Air MuseumManual (Item) - (SP) AAP RAAF Pub 185 Beaufort Service Manual or Beaufort Pilots Notes
... Manual (SP) AAP RAAF Pub 185 Beaufort Service Manual ... -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub BranchPhotograph - Framed photo, Unknown
WWII Historical significance with some information of the Dandenong area.Black and white framed photo of 408537 Sgt R.R.E. Swords 23 Sep 1912 - 21 Jan 1943. This photograph is a tribute to the late Robert Richard Falkiner Swords. 'Bob' as he was known to his friends and most townsfolk of Dandenong and it's people. His older brother James, served in the First World War and later was a founding member of the Dandenong RSL Sub-Branch, formed in 1919, was its second President and also served a term as Honorary Secretary and Treasurer. James was the Editor of Dandenong's first newspaper, the Dandenong Advertiser. 'Bob' Swords was also a member of the Dandenong Advertiser newspaper and was a driving force in Dandenong getting it's own Hospital. For many years his photo hung over the entrance to the old building, which was demolished some years back. Regrettably this photo was lost. Bob enlisted into the Royal Australian Air Force to train as a pilot on 26 April 1941 and after initial training embarked to Southern Rhodesia. After completion of initial flight training he then moved to England for advanced training, prior to postings onto an OTU. He was tragically killed during this phase of training on 21 January 1943. The gentleman with in this photo is believed to be his South African Flying Instructor 'Panda' Watkins. His grave in England has a lovely headstone and the inscription: 'Service Above Self'. (As advised by Robert Richard Kudyba OAM).Brass plaque stating 4085537 Sgt R.R.F. Swords 23 Sept 1912 - 21 Jan 1943. -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub BranchMemorabilia - Framed memorabilia, c. 1990's
Replica medals and original cloth pilot wings of Pilot SGT RRF Swords who died in a training accident 21JAN43Replica medals and original cloth pilot wings of Pilot SGT RRF Swords who died in a training accident 21JAN43Brown and gold from containing the RAAF crest, two sets of cloth pilots wings, four replica medals/ribbon bar, photograph and explanatory notes pertaining to Robert SWORDS.Robert Richard Falkiner Swords. Their service, our heritage, Lest We Forget.framed memorabilia, cloth pilot wings, photograph, medals, replica medals -
Moorabbin Air MuseumClothing (item) - Tie - Royal Air Force (RAF) Regiment Wings - Pilot, Belonging To W.A.Eacott
This RAAF dress uniform and other associated article of clothing was owned by Walter Alexander Scott. Joined RAF December 1940 to be trained as a pilot, he got his wings December 1941, became a night fighter pilot after OTU and posted to 219 Squadron. Was posted to 603 Squadron December 1942 flying Beaufighters on coastal command convoy escorts, desert patrols, supporting Sicilian and Italian invasions (all from the N.African desert, then on Greek Island " Armed Rovers" until 10 November 1943, just at the end of ops, when he was shot down in the Aegean Sea and became a POW the next day 11 November 1943. Transferred to Germany he was in Stalag IVB for 3 months, before exchanging ID with an Irish soldier ,in order to get out of the main camp into a working sub-camp in order to escape. Post war Walter returned to Australia, he became "Citizen of the Year" in Werribee 1992 for his service to the community. In 1993 he was awarded the Order of Australia Medal for services to youth and to the retired. Manufactured by Benson & Clegg London -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Uniform - Dress gloves
Gloves worn as part of Alan Reed's dress uniform. This item was donated as part of the estate of Air Vice Marshal Alan Reed, the first Patron of NVVM. Alan served in the RAAF between June 1952 and November 1990. The only RAAF pilot to fly the Lincoln, Canberra F-4 Phantom and F-111 in RAAF service, he served in Vietnam from 26 May 1968 until 20 November 1968. For most of that time, he was detached to the 12th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, US Air Force. Dress gloves in nylon cream colored fabric. Metal press stud at wrist. Three pin stripes on front of each glove.Tag on inside of left glove "100% nylon" made in Hong Konggloves, alan reed, uniform, raaf uniform, raaf, dress uniform -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchMedal - Framed Photograph with Medals, J.H.Wilkinson DFC
Pilot Officer Wilkinson 400444 was seconded from the RAAF to the RAF flying missions over Germany. His gallantry earned him the Distinguished Flying Cross in March 1944 for numerous successful missions over Germany. He was Killed in Action on 30th of August 1944.Brown timber frame containing 5 metal medals, photograph of Airman, flying patch and plague on red felt backgroundBronze Plaque: Service Number 400444 P.,O. John W. Wilkinson DFC Awarded Distinguished Flying Cross March 1944 Killed in Action over Germany August 1944j h wilkinson, raaf, dfc -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchAward - Presentation Case with Medal, Distinguished Flying Cross
Distinguish Flying Cross medal awarded to John Hudson WILKINSON 400444 born 18/2/1914 at Rutherglen. He was a Pharmaceutical Chemist prior to enlisting in the RAAF on 2/9/1940 He was reporting missing during air operations over East Prussia and later presumed to have lost his life on 30/8/1944 Awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross - citation reads Pilot Officer Wilkinson is an air gunner of great ability and determination. He has taken part in a large number of operational sorties many of which have been against some of German's most heavily defended targets. On one occasion in March 1944 when engaged n an attack on Stuttgart a Junkers 88 attacked his aircraft five times but Pilot Officer Wilkinson by his accurate directions to his captain and coolly aimed return fire drove ff the enemy aircraft in a badly damaged condition. At all times his unwavering devotion to duty and constant alertness have inspired confidence in his crew. The Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) is the third-level military decoration awarded to officers, and since 1993 to other ranks, of the United Kingdom's Royal Air Force and other services, and formerly to officers of other Commonwealth countries, for "an act or acts of valour, courage or devotion to duty whilst flying in active operations against the enemy"Black case which opens out from right side. The top affixed by two side hinges on the left and push in pin on the right side. Inside case the top is lined in satin fabric imprinted with a black crest and the base is lined in felt containing a silver metal medal in the shape of a cross attached to a purple and while diagonally striped ribbon.On Top - DFC impressed in gold colour paint. Inside Top - Royal Mint Medal inscriptions -400444 Flt Lt Wilkinson Stuttgart 1944 pilot officer john hudson wilkinson, dfc, ww2, raaf, kia -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchDocument - Defence Service Record, J H Wilkinson DFC
Defence records belonging to 400444 John Hudson WILKINSON born 18./2/1914 at Rutherglen. He was a Pharmaceutical Chemist prior to enlisting in the RAAF on 2/9/1940 Awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross - citation reads Pilot Officer Wilkinson is an air gunner of great ability and determination. He has taken part in a large number of operational sorties many of which have been against some of German's most heavily defended targets. On one occasion in March 1944 when engaged n an attack on Stuttgart a Junkers 88 attacked his aircraft five times but Pilot Officer Wilkinson by his accurate directions to his captain and coolly aimed return fire drove ff the enemy aircraft in a badly damaged condition. At all times his unwavering devotion to duty and constant alertness have inspired confidence in his crew. Killed in battle over Europe on 30/8/1944.White and green folder depicted with a sprig of rosemary above large group of soldiers.Defence Service Records National Archives of Australiapilot officer john hudson wilkinson, dfc, ww2, raaf, kia -
Bendigo Military MuseumAward - MEDALS RAAF, Post 1945
Reginald Charles ALLARDICE enlisted first in the CMF on 10.8.1940 age 21 years Regt No V40236. During this time he applied to join the RAAF so was discharged from the Army on 21.5.1942 as a Pte in the 24/39th Bn. Two days later he is in the RAAF as a Trainee Aircrew WEF No 418577. On 31.12.1942 he is listed as a LAC (Leading Aircraftsman. Ongoing training sees him at Benalla, Mallala in SA, Mt Gambier, Pt Cook, Camp Miles Standish USA. Finally he is stationed in England at Pembroke with 461 Sqd RAAF with the rank of Sgt on 10.10.1943. This was a Sunderland Sqd which was a large long range patrol Flying Boat. The unit was mainly Australians from many nations. He rises through the ranks to T/F/Sgt, Officer, Pilot Officer, Flying Officer and last Flight Lieutenant on 10.3.1945. He is discharged from the RAAF on 7.12.1945 at RAF Station Beecles Suffolk England. 461 Sqd was a Coastal Command unit mostly involved in submarine detection and hunting in the Atlantic and Bay of Biscay. They were involved in the D Day landings. The Sqd lost 20 aircraft to enemy action and accidents. A total of 86 Sqd members were lost of which 64 were Australian.Medals, individual with ribbons re R.C.Allardice. (1) 1939 - 45 Star, original not engraved. (2) Atlantic Star, original not engraved. (3) Defence Medal. (4) British War Medal 1939 - 45. (5) Australian Service Medal 1939 - 45. (.3, .4, .5) “418577 R.C.ALLARDICE”medals, campaign, service, world war2
