42-75254
Assigned to 334FS, 4FG, 8AF USAAF. On support mission to Emden on 3 Feb 1944, P-47D 42-75254 became separated from leader in poor weather “on account of clouds and icing conditions” and probably crashed in the North Sea. Pilot William Fox Killed in Action (KIA).
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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: 334th Fighter Squadron
- Service Numbers: 18117468 / T-122255
- Highest Rank: Flight Officer
- Role/Job: Fighter pilot
Places
- Site type: Airfield
Events
| Event | Location | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Crashed Failed to Return (FTR) |
North Sea | 3 February 1944 - 3 February 1944 | On support mission to Emden on 3 Feb 1944, P-47D 42-75254 became separated from leader in poor weather “on account of clouds and icing conditions” and probably crashed in the North Sea. Pilot William Fox Killed in Action (KIA). |