3 OTU, Patricia Bay, B.C.
Gordon, E (Sergeant)
Killed in Flying Accident 1944-November-13
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RAF
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3 OTU- Operational Training Unit
Base
Patricia Bay, British Columbia, Canada
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Sergeant
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Unit Desciption
3 OTU (3 Operational Training Unit)
The Operational Training Unit (OTU) was the last stop for aircrew trainees. They spent 8 to 14 weeks learning to fly operational aircraft (Hawker Hurricane or Fairey Swordfish, e.g.). The instructors had experience in actual operations, and often were posted to OTUs after their operational tour.
Lysander NO3 OTU
RCAF.info - RCAF Station Patricia Bay B.C.
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