Genney, Malcolm Howard (Sergeant)

Killed in Action 1941-December-18

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RAF

Unit

70 OTU- Operational Training Unit (RAF)

Base

RAF Nakuru, Kenya

Rank

Sergeant

Position

W/Op-AG

Service Numbers

958798

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On an Operational Training formation flight and collided with Blenheim Z6430 and crashed 4km west of Nakuru, Kenya. Both occupants were killed. The other Blenheim was undamaged.

Unit Desciption

70 OTU (70 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. The instructors had experience in actual operations, and often were posted to OTUs after their operational tour.