43-6160
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UPL 38299
F-6A Mustang 43-6160 , the reconnaissance version of the P-51 Mustang. Assigned to the 107th tactical reconnaissance squadron in Northern Europe. In preparation for the Allied invasion, the squadron flew missions over the French coast in preparation for the Normandy Invasion.
Aircraft t43-6160 (10th TRS, 67th TRG, 9th AF) was involved in ground accident at RAF Middle Wallop airfield, Hampshire, England Jan 24, 1944. Aircraft badly damaged, unknown if repaired.
Aircraft t43-6160 (10th TRS, 67th TRG, 9th AF) was involved in ground accident at RAF Middle Wallop airfield, Hampshire, England Jan 24, 1944. Aircraft badly damaged, unknown if repaired.
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Units served with
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Reconnaissance
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Reconnaissance
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Unit: 67th Tactical Reconnaissance Group 107th Reconnaissance Squadron
- Highest Rank: Lieutenant Colonel
- Role/Job: Pilot
Places
- Site type: Airfield
Events
Event | Location | Date | Description |
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Crashed |
24 January 1944 |
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Sources
Air accident database http://www.accident-report.com/world/europe/uk/uk4401.html