Crew History
Geer retired as a Lt. Col in the USAF. He passed away in 1995.

Aircraft History
Constructors Number 87-8387. This B-25 was assigned to the 3rd Bombardment Group. Later, transfered to the 380th Bombardment Group. Nicknamed "Hawg-Mouth".

Mission History
Took off on January 25, 1945 piloted by Raymond E. Geer with a crew of four others. Force landed in the Tanami desert on January 25, 1945 around 1:50pm, about 60 miles west of Tennant Creek Airfield.

Wreckage
Remained in the desert until recovered during June 3-7, 1974 for the Australian Aviation Heritage Centre.

Display
Restored and displayed at the Australian Aviation Heritage Centre.

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Last Updated
October 1, 2009