USAAF
5th AF
8th Service Group
301st Service Squadron
(CRTC School)
Pilot Captain Francis J Lent, O-740474
Crashed December 1, 1944
MACR 11901
Pilot History
Captain Lent was formerly a member of the 475th Fighter Group. At the time of the crash he was attached to the CRTC (Combat Replacement and Training Center) based at Nadzab.
Mission History
Took off from Nadzab. It is believed that the aircraft suffered engine failure, and on making a water landing in the sea off Lae. The radiator filled with water, causing the aircraft to go onto its back and sink.
References
Bruce Hoy PNG Musuem Aircraft Status Cards
F6D
(P-51D)
