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Basic And Bomb Aimer Training
Mr. Kondra describes hoping to be selected for pilot school after basic training. Not accepted for this role, he trains to be a bomb aimer, front gunner and assistant navigator.
Why Enlist?
Mr. Kondra discusses his reasons for enlisting, namely having a steady job and and feeling a sense on patriotic obligation.
The Flag in Shreds
Mr. Dungey shares a funny story about forgetting to take the flag down from top of aircraft during a dignitary flight and how it wound up in shreds.
News of the Arrow No More
Mr. Dungey shares his conversation with Minister of National Defense when the Arrow aircraft was no longer supported, a sad day for Canada
Flying On Rotation
Mr. Dungey explains how the flight rotations and maintenance of aircraft was handled.
The Task of Paratrooping
Mr. Dungey explains the situation of having to drop paratroopers into confined areas
Joy in Providing A Cigarette
Among the injured, Mr. Dungey shares a story of providing cigarettes - Canadian brand or otherwise!
Getting Through Fighter Activity
Mr. Dungey provides details of weather conditions and how horrifying the activity could be when getting caught in strong winds
Finding the Code and Dropping Freight
Mr. Dungey explains the process used to locate and drop freight to the soldiers in need.
Call Signs and Radio Silence
Mr. Dungey speaks about the call signs and search lights that indicated proper flight direction
Getting the Nerve to Fly
Mr. Dungey relates his experiences of flight training with an Australian Instructor
Finally Going Home!
Mr. Tarling speaks about his journey back to Canada and the apprehension about seeing his fiancée.
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