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Pilot Lt. Brown (MIA) MIA 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 09024. Wartime History Assigned to Fighting Squadron 33 (VF-33). No known nickname, nose art or markings. Mission History On September 14, 1943 took off from Munda Airfield piloted by Lt. Brown on an escort mission and fighter sweep over Kahili Airfield and Ballale Airfield. This Hellcat was lost, unclear if pilot bailed out or ditched, or location. Also, it is possible this loss is in error. References Navy Serial Number Search Results - F6F-3 Hellcat 09024 USN Overseas Aircraft Loss List September 1943 - F6F Hellcat 09024 Contribute Information Are you a relative or associated with any person mentioned? Do you have photos or additional information to add? Last Updated September 13, 2022 |
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