Flight records, accident reports, maintenance logs, after action reports, pilot encounter reports, diaries and biorgraphies; all of these types of documents help us support or mission: …

'The Army Air Forces in World War II: Vol. I--Pans & Early Operations' (The Air Corps Prepares for War). Chapter 4: The Air Corps Prepares for War, 1939-41 On 28 January 1938 President Roosevelt declared our national defenses inadequate in the face of warlike preparations abroad which constituted "a threat to world peace and security."

Army Air Corps soldiers have been wearing the blue beret with pride since 1957. They use Army aircraft, such as the Apache AH-64E, to deliver hard-hitting and effective support to ground forces during the key stages of battle. A critical AAC role is reconnaissance: our soldiers operate the Wildcat Mk1. We observe enemy forces and pass ...

On 8 July 1942, Congress created the rank of Flight Officer for the U.S. Army Air Forces or Army Air Corps ( P u b . L . 77 -6 5 8 ) . A Flight Officer was equal to that of a Warrant Officer, and was only active for three years, being abolished in 1945.

The Army Air Forces in World War II had a wide variety of wings and badges to signifiy qualifications and standings. Most of the badges were available in the standard 3" size …

The National Archives holds Federal military service records from the Revolutionary War to 1912 in the National Archives in Washington, D.C. Military service records from WWI - present are held in the National Military …

The Army Air Forces in World War II had a wide variety of wings and badges to signifiy qualifications and standings. Most of the badges were available in the standard 3" size for use on the tunic and the 2" shirt size which were worn when the shirt was the outer garment.

The U.S. Air Force was part of the Army during World War II, and was also called the Army Air Forces or the Air Corps. As a professional researcher and World War II historian, Bill Beigel provides research services to genealogists, …

HAAF is a volunteer organisation with a rich heritage in Army Aviation. The Historic Army Aircraft Flight (HAAF) is a registered charity based at Middle Wallop in Hampshire and home to the Army Air Corps' fixed and rotary wing historic aircraft. Our fleet of aircraft are flown and supported by volunteers from all walks of life including a fair proportion of ex-Military AAC and …

As has already been pointed out in the comments, the US Army Air Force was actually a combat branch of the US Army. It originally was called the Air Corps, but then became known as the US Army Air Force in 1942. It had it's own commander who reported to the Chief of Staff of the Army. Since this was officially a branch of the US Army, the ranks ...

The Army Air Corps (AAC) operates rotary aircraft in a variety of roles and tasks, both in front line and support operations. Whilst largely a rotary operation, fixed wing flying forms part of the training and operational reconnaissance and transport activities. The role of an AAC Officer demands both leadership and flying skills as one of the ...

The Army Air Corps Charity has entered into a new partnership with Trinity Insurance. Trinity is committed to providing protection to the Armed Forces community, including serving, reservists and veterans. Trinity is a Financial …

In 1918, the Aviation Section was split, forming the United States Army Air Service, which played a significant role during the war, notably in reconnaissance, air combat, and supporting ground troops. Post-World War I, the Army Air Service was restructured and, in 1926, became the United States Army Air Corps (USAAC).

Bill is an expert in locating records of downed flyers from fighter groups, fighter squadrons, bomb groups, bomb squadrons, reconnaissance units, combat cargo units, or other units which were part of the Air Force in World War II.

Shop - All Things Army Air Corps. From silk ties to tartan scarves, from 'Airtrooper' ale to Argyll style trews and artful braces, the Corps has partnered with recognised suppliers to meet the demand for AAC branded accessories and gifts.. The current range of products on offer across the different online stores, spans everything the AAC enthusiast in your life could wish for, with …

U.S. Army Air Corps is organized. Feb. 15, 1928. President Coolidge signs a bill authorizing acceptance of a new site near San Antonio, Texas, to become the Army Air Corps training center. This center is now Randolph AFB. March 1-9, 1928. USAAC Lt. Burnie R. Dallas and Beckwith Havens make the first transcontinental flight in an amphibious ...

For a comprehensive overview, see: Selected Finding Aids Related to NARA's World War II Holdings African Americans Records of Military Agencies Relating to African Americans from the Post-World War I Period to the Korean War, Reference Information Paper Casualty Lists and Missing Missing Air Crew Reports (MACRs) World War II Honor List of …

Her late husband James Farrell (1921-2003) was a member of the Army Air Corps and USAF and she was one of our original Directors. Barbara was a very patic woman and supporter of the armed services. Send donations to: Army Air Corps Library and Museum, Box 632282, Irving, Texas 75063. Or you may donate via credit card on this website.

The army air corps: The four-engine, twin-tail Halifax bore a general resemblance to its more famous counterpart, the Avro Lancaster, and shared the ''Lanc's'' rags-to-riches story. The Lancaster evolved from the Avro …

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The Army Air Corps Library and Museum is dedicated to the men and women of the Army Air Forces - Army Air Corps of 1907-1947 and The U.S. Air Force of 1947 to Present. Their dedication and devotion to country is a rich history …

At the beginning of World War II, Boca Raton Mayor J.C. Mitchell convinced officers of the Army Air Corps to move its technical school for radar training from Scott Field, Illinois, to Boca Raton. "Radar," an acronym for radio detection and ranging, was a new top secret technology at the time. A small airport stood just north of the present ...

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Step 1 To become an officer pilot you must first and foremost apply to become a British Army Officer. You will complete standard Army Officer training at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst. On passing the aviation aptitude, medical and flying grading tests, you will be eligible to be selected as a helicopter Officer Pilot.

The Veterans Welfare Service is part of Veterans UK.It is there to assist and to advise veterans and dependents. The information below may be of interest to the wider Hawkeye readership.. The Veterans Welfare Service (VWS) is committed to enhancing the quality of life for veterans and beneficiaries of Veterans UK pensions and compensation schemes, and all their dependents.

10th Air Force Constituted as Tenth AF on 4 Feb 1942 and activated on 12 Feb. Moved to India, Mar-May 1942. Served in India, Burma, and China until Mar 1943 when Fourteenth AF was …

Headquarters Army Air Corps, Middle Wallop, Stockbridge, Hants SO20 8DY. Email our welfare team at: AACHQ-RHQ-Mailbox@mod.gov.uk Email our recruiting team at: AACHQ-RecruitingMailbox@mod.gov.uk For general enquiries: contact@armyaircorps.co.uk

By Sam McGowan. When the United States Army first developed an interest in aviation and purchased its first airplane from the Wright Company in 1909, it and the pilots and mechanics who flew and serviced it were assigned to the Signal Corps, a specialty corps that had been established prior to the Civil War to develop visual signals, then later to develop and service …

The Army Air Forces in World War II Volume VI: Men and Planes: Chapter 17. Chapter 17 INDIVIDUAL TRAINING OF FLYING PERSONNEL ... When the Air Corps' expansion began in 1939, transition to combat aircraft was a function …

There are copies of most of the monthly rosters from 1912-43 and 1947-59 for Army units (including Army Air Corps) in the custody of the National Archives in St. Louis, MO. For information on how to request rosters, please visit …

The Glider Pilot Regiment merged its remaining personnel with the AOP squadrons to form a new Army Air Corps. This second AAC soon began to equip with helicopters as well as fixed-wing aircraft. The AAC was initially used for reconnaissance, directing artillery fire and general transport flying duties. It started this combat role in Malaya ...

You can browse the AAF Collection for class books from a particular Army Air Field, then look for a particular time period. For example early 1944 might include classes 44-A, 44-B, 44-C and so on. You'll have to look …

The AAF was sometimes called the Army Air Corps. This is an ever-growing collection of information about Army Air Fields and training facilities, including pilot, navigator, bombardier, …

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The Army Flying Museum is a Military Aviation Museum in Hampshire, telling the story of British Army Flying. Over 30 historic aircraft. Opening times: Museum 0900 - 1600hrs Apache Café 0900 - 1530hrs Middle Wallop, Hampshire, SO20 8FB