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Pilot Lt(jg) Samuel Joseph Bertuzzi (survived) Crashed September 14, 1943 Aircraft History Built by Grumman as model G-50 in Bethpage, New York. Delivered to the U.S. Navy (USN) as F6F-3 Hellcat bureau number 08979. Wartime History Assigned to Fighting Squadron 33 (VF-33). No known nickname or nose art. Mission History On September 14, 1943 took off from Munda Airfield piloted by Lt(jg) Samuel Joseph Bertuzzi on an escort mission and fighter sweep over Kahilli Airfield and Ballale Airfield. This Hellcat was lost, it is unclear if pilot bailed out or ditched. Fate of the Pilot Bertuzzi was rescued and returned to duty. The details of his rescue are unknown. References Navy Serial Number Search Results - F6F-3 Hellcat 08979 USN Overseas Aircraft Loss List September 1943 Contribute Information Are you a relative or associated with any person mentioned? Do you have photos or additional information to add? Last Updated November 18, 2024 |
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