44-2719
P-39Q, 44-2719, 301st FS, 332nd FG, 12th AF, lost on return from convoy patrol, radio noted defective during flight and seemingly, lost sight, of wingman in manouvre, possible engine failure, A/C crash site located approx 30 miles SSW La Cosa, oil slick and sea marker dye spotted, also dinghy, but pilot 1st Lt John H Prowell Jr not recovered. 25th April 44. Posted MIA initially, later DNB. MACR 13687.
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People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 332nd Fighter Group 301st Fighter Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-797222
- Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
- Role/Job: Pilot
Events
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Crashed |
30 miles SSW of Licosa I SA, Italy | 25 April 1944 | Lost on return from convoy patrol, radio noted defective during flight and seemingly, lost sight, of wingman in manouvre, possible engine failure, A/C crash site located approx 30 miles SSW La Cosa, oil slick and sea marker dye spotted, also dinghy, but pilot 1st Lt John H Prowell Jr not recovered. 25th April 44. Posted MIA initially, later DNB. MACR 13687. |
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Assigned |
Via Montecorvino, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy | 301st FS, 332nd FG, 12th AF. |
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Sources
http://www.fold3.com/image/29423418/ MACR 13687 Details.
http://usaafdata.com/?q=search Pilot details.
http://www.aviationarchaeology.com/src/dbmacr.asp?MACR=13687 MACR 13687 bare bones.