Victoria, B.C.
Aird was on a 'special mission', on 1918-05-23, the details of which are not known. He was last seen going down in flames North of Lamotte after attacking several enemy aircraft. He was posted as 'missing in action' on the same day and as missing, presumed dead' that night. His body was not recovered.
Aird, Arthur William (Lieutenant)
Missing in Action 1918-May-23
Birth Date: 1895-June-06
Born: Los Angeles, California, USA
Parents: William Aird & Isabelle McArthur
Spouse: unmarried
Home: Victoria, B.C.
Enlistment: 15 Artillery Brigade, CEF
Enlistment Date: 1916-May
Service
RAF
Unit
209 (F) Sqn- Squadron (RAF)
Might And Main
Base
France
Rank
Lieutenant
Position
Pilot
Service Numbers
332908
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