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Assigned to 336FS, 4FG, 8AF USAAF. Failed to Return (FTR) Over Water (OW). Squadron recalled in cloud, pilot Lt Seifert called mayday but squadron were out of contact due to cloud, exhaustive air sea rescue search found no trace of A/C or pilot. 15-Apr-44. KIA. MACR 4060.
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Units served with
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 336th Fighter Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-694189
- Highest Rank: Second Lieutenant
- Role/Job: Fighter Pilot
Places
- Site type: Airfield
Events
| Event | Location | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Crashed Failed to Return (FTR) Over Water (OW) |
English Channel | 15 April 1944 | Failed to Return (FTR) Over Water (OW). Squadron recalled in cloud, pilot Lt Seifert called mayday but squadron were out of contact due to cloud, exhaustive air sea rescue search found no trace of A/C or pilot. 15-Apr-44. KIA. MACR 4060. |