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Pilot Ensign Robert E. Slingerland (survived) Ditched September 8, 1944 Pilot History Slingerland was credited with three victories over Manila. On October 15, 1944 two Ki-43 Oscars. On October 17, 1944 a Ki-43 Oscar probable and Zeke over Manila. Aircraft History Built by Grumman as model G-50 in Bethpage, New York. Delivered to the U.S. Navy (USN) as F6F-5 Hellcat bureau number 58140. Wartime History Assigned to USS Franklin (CV-13) to Fighting Squadron 13 (VF-13). No known nickname or nose art. Mission History On September 8, 1944 took off from USS Franklin (CV-13) on a mission over Yap. This Hellcat ditched off Yap with the pilot unhurt. Rescue Afterwards, Slingerland was rescued and returned to duty. References Navy Serial Number Search Results - F6F-5 Hellcat 58140 FindAGrave - Robert Earl Slingerland (photo, grave photo) 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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