Sheldon, Jack (Flying Officer)

Killed in Action 1944-December-06

Male Head

Birth Date: 1920

Born:

Parents: Frank Horace & Louise Sheldon

Spouse:

Home: Leeds, Yorkshire, England (parents)

Enlistment:

Enlistment Date: unkown date

Service

RAF

Unit

6 OTU- Operational Training Unit (RAF)

Base

RAF Sutton Bridge

Rank

Flying Officer

Position

pilot instructor

Service Numbers

173551

Home
Google MapLeeds, Yorkshire, England (parents)
Causewayhead Cemetery, Silloth, Holme Low, Cumbria, England

Unit Desciption

6 OTU (6 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.