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Assigned to 94TCS, 439TCG, 9AF USAAF. Failed to Return (FTR) glider re-supply mission to Bastogne. Pilot 2nd Lt Raymond G Schott Jr Killed in Action (KIA). MACR 11324.
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Units served with
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Troop Carrier
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 439th Troop Carrier Group 94th Troop Carrier Squadron
- Service Numbers: 15113292 / O-1998159
- Highest Rank: Second Lieutenant
- Role/Job: Glider pilot
Places
- Site type: Airfield
- Known as: Smeatharpe
Events
| Event | Location | Date | Description |
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Crashed Failed to Return (FTR) |
Belgium | 27 December 1944 | Failed to Return (FTR) glider re-supply mission to Bastogne. Pilot 2nd Lt Raymond G Schott Jr Killed in Action (KIA). MACR 11324. |
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Manufactured |
Kingsford, MI 49802, USA | Built at Ford. | |
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Delivered |
Wurtsmith Air Force Base (OSC), 3961 E Airport drive, Oscoda Twp, MI 48750, USA | Delivered to USAAF. | |
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Assigned |
Upottery, Honiton EX14, UK | Assigned to 94TCS, 439TCG, 9AF USAAF. |