SIMPSON [DFC], John Conway

Awarded his Flying Badge 13 July 1942. " During his nine months tour with No. 2 G.R./B. Squadron F/Lt Simpson carried out 307 hours of operational flying and participated in 16 strikes, 4 shipping sweeps and 25 other sorties. F/Lt Simpson is an expert operational pilot whose high courage , keeness and aggressiveness together with his sound judgement have contributed considerably to the success obtained by his squadron."

Last Name
SIMPSON [DFC]
Given Names
John Conway
Service Number
400558
Distinguished Flying Cross
YES
Date of Birth
13/11/1914
Birth Location
Urana N.S.W.
Enlistment Date
15/09/1940
Enlistment Location
Melbourne VIC.
Course Details
WAGS Course 6
Intake Date
17/10/1940
Finish Date
05/04/1941
To
1 BAGS
Kill Date or Discharge Date
21/02/1945 (Discharged)
Discharge Unit
CFS
Rank
Flight Lieutenant
Notes

Awarded his Flying Badge 13 July 1942. " During his nine months tour with No. 2 G.R./B. Squadron F/Lt Simpson carried out 307 hours of operational flying and participated in 16 strikes, 4 shipping sweeps and 25 other sorties. F/Lt Simpson is an expert operational pilot whose high courage , keeness and aggressiveness together with his sound judgement have contributed considerably to the success obtained by his squadron."

NAA Status
DIGITIZED
External Links
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