Castell, Richard Albert (Pilot Officer)

Killed in Action 1942-August-19

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Service

RAF

Unit

21 OTU- Operational Training Unit (RAF)

Base

RAF Moreton-in-Marsh

Rank

Pilot Officer

Position

Air Gunner

Service Numbers

48954

Target
Google Maptraining exercise
Runnymede Memorial, Surrey England Aircraft failed to return from a night flying training exercise.

Unit Desciption

21 OTU (21 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.