Richards, Charles Frederick (Sergeant)

Killed in Flying Accident 1941-July-30

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Birth Date: 1917

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Service

RAF

Unit

20 OTU- Operational Training Unit (RAF)

Base

RAF Elgin

Rank

Sergeant

Position

pilot

Service Numbers

923801

Training flight - night cross country exercise. Flew into high ground at Carn Garbh whilst descending through clouds near Helmsdale, Sutherland

Unit Desciption

20 OTU (20 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.