Aircraft History
This aircraft was not officially condemned until October 31, 1944.

Mission History
Took off from Port Moresby, this aircraft crashed in the sea due to mechanical problems, Crashed into sea approximately a half mile from Fisherman's Island. The reason for this aircraft crashing is unknown. Berry was declared dead the day of the crash.

Memorials
Memorialized on the tablets of the missing at Manila American Cemetery. Also, the Port Moresby airfield 12-Mile Drome (Bomana) was renamed 'Berry Drome' in his honor.

References
History of 39th Pursuit Squadron, page 54

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Last Updated
October 1, 2009

P-39

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