RAAF
22 Squadron
Pilot F/Lt Herbert James Bullmore, 402045 (KIA)
Crew Sgt John William McKay, 405492 (KIA)
Crew Sgt Ian Cameron Stodart, 413801 (KIA)
Crashed November 29, 1942
Aircraft History
This aircraft was an A-20A. RAF Serial Number AL369. Delivered during April 1942. Assigned to 22 Squadron.
Allocated to the Netherlands East Indies Air Force for 18 Squadron. On their delivery via ship to the Netherlands East Indies, it was diverted to RAAF in March 1942. Nicknamed "Retribution" with nose art of an eagle dropping a bomb.
Mission History
Exploded mid-air over the Gona area, due to fragmentation bombs striking the fuselage. Following the loss of this aircraft, fragmentation bombs were withdrawn from use and such incidents ceased.
Recovery of Remains
Crew members are buried at Bomana War Cemetery.
Wreckage
Unknown Aircraft Wreckage at Gona of twin engine RAAF aircraft near Gona could be that of Boston A28-20.
References
Thanks to Daniel Leahy for additional information
ADF Serials for aircraft history
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