Nadya Domino While many did prove to be fatal, this particular one was not and the flyer recovered with little damage done to him. That said, It does show the Amazing Courage and Ability of our young men in these situations.
No, but I recall there was another photo that showed them pulling him out of the drink and making a remark at his expense, it felt offensive to the memory of the poor man and so I chose not to show it. But I like that you asked That Great Shop Shows us how inquisitive you are and that is a good thing.
Margaret Siemers Did this landing accident occur during carrier trials for the Corsair, by any chance? To which squadron was this particular aircraft assigned?
William Babyak I am sorry, what has been stated is as much as I know and remember about these from back when I gleaned them to show here. As I had stated they ended up in the wrong folders, so it was some time ago and, well I am sure you understand.
Ouch! Life is like that sometimes, isn't it.
ReplyDeleteF4U Corsair, late 1943, judging by the markings and paint scheme, South Pacific
ReplyDeleteThat, is what they call, "a bad landing".
ReplyDeleteWilliam Babyak Thanks.
ReplyDeleteMargaret Siemers My pleasure, Ma'am
ReplyDeleteOh ouch!
ReplyDeleteterrible fatal landing,more than likely landed short. .This post shows the
ReplyDeleteCourage and Heroism of those young pilots.
Nadya Domino While many did prove to be fatal, this particular one was not and the flyer recovered with little damage done to him.
ReplyDeleteThat said, It does show the Amazing Courage and Ability of our young men in these situations.
Margaret Siemers wow do you know the pilot?
ReplyDeleteNo, but I recall there was another photo that showed them pulling him out of the drink and making a remark at his expense, it felt offensive to the memory of the poor man and so I chose not to show it. But I like that you asked That Great Shop Shows us how inquisitive you are and that is a good thing.
ReplyDeleteMargaret Siemers Did this landing accident occur during carrier trials for the Corsair, by any chance? To which squadron was this particular aircraft assigned?
ReplyDeleteWilliam Babyak I am sorry, what has been stated is as much as I know and remember about these from back when I gleaned them to show here. As I had stated they ended up in the wrong folders, so it was some time ago and, well I am sure you understand.
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