351st Bomb Group

1. 1. TARGETS: 
   2. Visual Primary and GH target for today is: Berlin [Germany]
   3. PFF Primary: Berlin [Germany]
   4. Visual Secondary: Berlin [Germany]
   5. PFF Secondary: Berlin [Germany]
   6. Last Resort: Neuruppin [Germany]
   
   

2. TIMINGS:
   Zero Hour:	- 0900		Stations:	- 0625
   Start Engines:	- 0635		Taxi:	- 0655
   Take Off:	- 0710		Last Take Off:	- 0820
   Target Time:	- 1106		ETR [Estimated Time    of Return]:	- 1548
   Depart English Coast at:	0851	at Felixstowe

   
   

3. LOADINGS:
   Gasoline:	2,780 Gallons
   Bombs:	All A/C: 10 x 500 G.P. [General Purpose] 1/10 x 1/40 [Fuses], N-592 will carry Delay Action Bombs

   
   
4. Intervalometer Settings: Visual or PFF 150 FT. (Last Resort Salvo)
   
   
5. Chaff: Commence discharge of chaff at - IP [Initial Point of Bomb Run] & Discharge for 15 min.
       Each A/C [Aircraft] will carry - 432 units.
   
   
6. Disposition of Forces:
   
   3 Divisions will be dispatched. The 1st Air Division will depart England ____ preceded by 3[rd] Division and followed by the 2nd Division.
   1st Division will dispatch 4 CBW's of 3 Groups each.
   The order of attack in the 1st Division will be:
   

   Lead	41st	Attacking	Berlin
   2nd	40th	Attacking	Berlin
   3rd	94th	Attacking	Berlin
   4th	1st	Attacking	Berlin
   5th		Attacking	____
   2nd Division targets are	Berlin - 42 Squadrons
   3rd Division targets are	Berlin - 14 Groups

   
   
7. Fighter Cover:  10 Gps. of P-51 for 1st Division, Close Support
   
   
8. Assembly:

   Lead at	8,000'	feet on	Kings Cliffe	Buncher	Red-Green	Flares
   High at	9,000'	feet on	Kings Cliffe	Buncher	Green-Green	Flares
   Low at	7,000'	feet on	Kings Cliffe	Buncher	Red-Red	Flares
   401st at	9,500'	feet on	Cottesmore	Buncher	Red-Yellow	Flares
   457th at	8,000'	feet on	Glatton	Buncher	Red-Yellow	Flares

   Combat Wing Assembly Line: 
   Division Assembly Line: Felixstowe to 51°40’N-02°00’E [37 miles ESE of Clacton-on-Sea, England] to 52°40’N-04°38’E [Bergen aan Zee, Netherlands]
   _1_ minute interval between Groups.
   Reference altitude: 24,000'
   
   
9. Call Signs:

   351st	Woodcraft "Charlie"
   401st	Woodcraft "Baker"
   457th	Woodcraft "Able"
   1st Div. Air Commander	Col. Lyle - (cowboy Able Low)
   94th CBW Air Commander	Col Rogner - (Woodcraft Baker)

   
   Russian Recognizing - Day - 1. Dip right wing 2 or 3 times. 2. Rock wings 3 to 5 times.
      Night - Prolonged flashing of Navigation lights.
   
   
10. Navigator - _____
    
    
11. S-2 - _____
    
    
12. Weather - _____
    
    
13. Communications - _____
    
    
14. Flying Control - _____
    
    
15. Special Instructions:
     a. Type of Bombing Formation - Group unless otherwise specified.
     b. Bombardier and Navigator of the #3 A/C of each sqdn. report to Photo Lab.
     c. Camera A/C   Z-696 / P-038 / M-900? / Special Cameras T-666 / A-428 / M-001 / G-954
      return at   Continental Coast Coming Out
     d. Spares to turn back at 04° East.
     e. PFF A/C fly as Group & Deputy Lead, High & Low Lead
     f. GH A/C fly as None
     g. REMARKS:  Scouting Force - 2 - Buckeye Red to 0750° E
      8 - Buckeye Blue from 0750° E to arrive at target 20 min. Before Lo. Group.
      Special Attention to Oxygen.
      400 E/A [Enemy Aircraft] Target Area - Moderate to Intense Opposition
      Evasive Action Suggested After Bombs Away
      Strict Adherence To Briefed Route On Withdrawal
    
      BRIEFING OFFICER: HAVE YOU READ SPECIAL BRIEFING POOP??
    

1. Date of Mission - 3 February, 1945.
   1. Target Attacked:  The Primary target, Berlin, Germany was attacked by visual methods.
   2. Force: 94th “C” Group. Thirty-nine aircraft, including four PFF ships and three flying spares were dispatched.
   3. Position: Briefed and flew as the ninth group in the First Division Formation.
   4. Lead Teams

      	Group Lead
      	Air Commander:	Major Leonard B. Roper
      	Pilot:	1st Lt. John R. Coulam
      	Navigator:	1st Lt. Thomas C. Kyser
      	Bombardier:	1st Lt. Arnold Schiffman

      
      

      	High Squadron
      	Group Leader:	Captain Winfield F. Muffett
      	Pilot:	1st Lt. Thomas G. Peterson
      	Navigator:	1st Lt. Charles H. Hubbell
      	Bombardier:	1st Lt.. Frank H. Reising

      
      

      	Low Squadron
      	Group Leader:	1st Lt. Robert L. Cutler
      	Pilot:	1st Lt. James L. Hickel
      	Navigator:	1st Lt. William H. Tabb
      	Bombardier:	2nd Lt. Malcolm S. Burr

2. Narrative.
   1.  Squadron and Group Assembly: The assembly was carried out very well at the briefed altitude of 8,000 feet over the King's Cliffe buncher.
   2.  Route Over England: Departure from the buncher was made at the briefed altitude of 8,000 feet and on time (0819). The 94th "B" Group was seen leaving its assembly point just before the 94th "C" started to follow the briefed route behind the 94th "B" Group, but seeing that the 94th "A" was making a variance from the prescribed course, it instead followed it. The variance from the briefed route was slight and caused no difficulty. It was necessary for the 94th "C" to "S" later in order to permit the 94th "B" to get into position ahead of it. Point "D" was reached at the briefed altitude of 9,000 feet and two minutes late. From that point the briefed route was closely followed to the departure point from the English coast.
   3.  Division Assembly Line: Departure from the English coast was made at the briefed point one minute early (0850) at an altitude of 10,800 feet, 800 feet above the briefed altitude. The briefed route was not followed in crossing the channel in order to keep in position behind the preceding groups. The actual route was flown to the right of the briefed course. The Dutch coast was reached slightly to the right of the briefed point at an altitude of 19,300 feet, 700 feet below the briefed altitude. The formation was six minutes late at that point. It had been necessary in crossing the channel to "S" in order to keep interval. This was also necessary for the first part of the route over the continent.
   4.  Flight to Target: The formation flew to the left and north of the briefed route for the majority of the flight to the IP as the formation was stacked to the left. Further divergency was made in the Dummer Lake [area] in order to avoid possible flak opposition. The IP [Initial Point of Bomb Run] used was slightly to the northwest of the briefed point. This point was reached nine minutes late (1105) at an altitude of 24,800 feet, 200 feet below the briefed altitude.
   5.  Description of Bombing Run: The Weather Scouting Force had been contacted and reported that visual bombing could be carried out. The Group Leader informed the squadrons of this and the interval for bombing was taken. The target was found to be completely open with good visibility. Smoke from the bombing of previous groups, however, caused some difficulty.
       The Lead Squadron located the MPI [Mean Point of Impact] three minutes before "bombs away". No interference was encountered on the bombing run. The C-1 Pilot [Autopilot] functioned satisfactorily.
       The Low Squadron performed its own sighting operation. The target was covered with smoke and triangulation was used. No interference was encountered on the bomb run. The C-1 Pilot was not used on the bomb run because a tube in the amplifier burned out.
       The High Squadron performed its own sighting operation. The target was completely covered with smoke. The lead aircraft of this squadron had difficulty in opening the bomb bay doors fully. The deputy aircraft took over the lead and a short run was made. The MPI was covered with smoke. Bombs hit in the [Railroad] marshalling yards in the target area. The C-1 Pilot was not used.
   6.  Flight From Target: Some evasive action was taken after leaving the target. The three squadrons formed quickly and without difficulty. The Division column was followed to the north of the briefed course and in a later variance to the south of the briefed course. Departure from the German coast was made at an altitude of 23,000 feet at 1256 hours. The Division Column flew a route parallel to and to the left of the briefed route in crossing the channel. The English coast was reached at the briefed point at an altitude of 7,000 feet and 31 minutes early (1439). From that point the flight to base was made without further incident. The High and Low Squadrons went to their respective stand-off areas before landing. A normal let-down procedure had been followed.
   7.  Fighter Support: Good.
   8.  Comments: No aircraft were lost. No enemy aircraft were encountered. Flak at the target was moderate for this group, and appeared to be more intense both ahead of and behind it. Ten-tents cloud coverage was encountered on the route in until 11 degrees East was reached, at which point the clouds broke. All PFF equipment operated efficiently and served as a navigational aid. The Weather Scouting Force furnished adequate weather information.
   9.  Aircraft Not Attacking: One aircraft returned to base early. The lead aircraft of the High Squadron could not attack the target because of bomb bay door difficulties and dropped its bombs eight minutes after the target. The three flying spares remained with the formation.

1. Flight Plan and Log attached.
2. Track Chart attached.
3. Narrative.
   1. T/O at 0708 hours.
   2. Group formed at 0819 hours on KC [Kings Cliffe] buncher at 8,000 feet.
   3. Wing assembly was completed at 0837 hours at Watten.
   4. Route over England was (not) flown as briefed. 
   5. Methods of Navigation over England. DR [Dead Reckoning], Gee, Pilotage.
   6. Division formation was joined at 0852 hours at Felixstowe.
   7. Flight to IP [Initial Point of Bomb Run] was (not) flown as briefed. We flew to left of Dummer Lake because Groups ahead seemed to all be stacked to the left.
   8. Methods of Navigation to the I.P. Gee, DR [Dead Reckoning] and Mickey
   9. BOMB RUN.
      1. Actual I.P. was not as briefed. 
      2. True heading over target. 065.
      3. Actual Drift 6° Left.
      4. Altitude over Target 24,800.
      5. Time Bombs Away 1114.
      6. Wind used for bombing 223°/60 knots.
      7. Method of target identification. Visual
      8. Difficulties on bomb run. None
      9. Weather over Target. Clear right over the target.
      10. Axis of withdrawal 70° M.H. [Magnetic Compass Heading]
   10. Group rally was accomplished at 52°40'N 13°55'E at 1119 hours.
   11. Wing rally was accomplished at 53°01'N 13°51'E at 1125 hours.
   12. Division rally was accomplished at 53°01'N 13°51'E at 1125 hours.
   13. Flight home was was (not) as briefed. Got 20 miles North of course on leg running from Berlin following wings ahead but they soon got back on course.
   14. Methods of navigation on return route. Gee, Mickey, D.R. [Dead Reckoning] and Pilotage.
   15. Winds aloft were (not) called out to the formation.
   16. Fighter rendezvous' were (not) as briefed.
   17. PERFORMANCE OF EQUIPMENT.
       1. Mickey [Radar]: OK
       2. Gee: OK
       3. Radio Compass: OK
       4. Fluxgate: OK
       5. Other Equipment OK

1. Flight Plan and Log attached.
2. Track Chart attached.
3. Narrative.
   1. T/O at 0712 hours.
   2. Group formed at 0819 hours on KC [Kings Cliffe] buncher at 8,000 feet.
   3. Wing assembly was completed at 0840 hours at C.P. [Control Point] #1.
   4. Route over England was (not) flown as briefed. 
   5. Methods of Navigation over England. Pilotage, Gee, and D.R [Dead Reckoning].
   6. Division formation was joined at 0900 hours at 5140N 0200E [37 miles ESE of Clacton-on-Sea, England].
   7. Flight to IP [Initial Point of Bomb Run] was (not) flown as briefed. The group got off a few miles and cut in making a big turn at I.P. and shortened our run.
   8. Methods of Navigation to the I.P. Mickey, Gee, D.R. [Dead Reckoning] and Pilotage
   9. BOMB RUN.
      1. Actual I.P. was not as briefed. 
      2. True heading over target. 055.
      3. Actual Drift 6° Right.
      4. Altitude over Target 23,700.
      5. Time Bombs Away 1115.
      6. Wind used for bombing 260°/54 knots.
      7. Method of target identification. Visual
      8. Difficulties on bomb run. A.F.C.E. [Automatic Flight Control Equipment (Autopilot)] went out on the bomb run.
      9. Weather over Target. Visual
      10. Axis of withdrawal 050° M.H. [Magnetic Compass Heading]
   10. Group rally was accomplished at 52°50'N 13°30'E at 1123 hours.
   11. Wing rally was accomplished at Same at ___ hours.
   12. Division rally was accomplished at Same at ___ hours.
   13. Flight home was was (not) as briefed. 
   14. Methods of navigation on return route. D.R. [Dead Reckoning], Gee and Mickey.
   15. Winds aloft were (not) called out to the formation.
   16. Fighter rendezvous' were (not) as briefed.
   17. PERFORMANCE OF EQUIPMENT.
       1. Mickey [Radar]: OK
       2. Gee: OK
       3. Radio Compass: OK
       4. Fluxgate: OK
       5. Other Equipment OK

1. Flight Plan and Log attached.
2. Track Chart attached.
3. Narrative.
   1. T/O at 0710 hours.
   2. Group formed at 0819 hours on KC [Kings Cliffe] buncher at 8,000 feet.
   3. Wing assembly was completed at 0839 hours at 5230N 0055E.
   4. Route over England was (not) flown as briefed. 
   5. Methods of Navigation over England.  Gee, and D.R [Dead Reckoning].
   6. Division formation was joined at 0851 hours at 5115N 0107E [37 miles ESE of Clacton-on-Sea, England].
   7. Flight to IP [Initial Point of Bomb Run] was (not) flown as briefed. Slightly to North of course to I.P.
   8. Methods of Navigation to the I.P. Gee and D.R. [Dead Reckoning]
   9. BOMB RUN.
      1. Actual I.P. was not as briefed. We did not drop our own ships bombs on primary because of malfunction - Deputy took over for bomb run. Our bombs were dropped at 5234N 1334E [Approx. 7.5 miles NE of the center of Berlin]
      2. True heading over target. 055.
      3. Actual Drift 15° Right True Heading 350
      4. Altitude over Target 24,700.
      5. Time Bombs Away 1122.
      6. Wind used for bombing 240°/66 knots.
      7. Method of target identification. Pilotage
      8. Difficulties on bomb run. Malfunction on Bomb Bay doors.
      9. Weather over Target. Visual
      10. Axis of withdrawal 030° M.H. [Magnetic Compass Heading]
   10. Group rally was accomplished at 53°05'N 13°26'E at 1131 hours.
   11. Wing rally was accomplished at Same at ___ hours.
   12. Division rally was accomplished at Same at ___ hours.
   13. Flight home was was (not) as briefed. 20 miles No. of course converging to briefed course just south of Hamburg.
   14. Methods of navigation on return route. Gee, D.R. [Dead Reckoning], and Pilotage.
   15. Winds aloft were (not) called out to the formation.
   16. Fighter rendezvous' were (not) as briefed.
   17. PERFORMANCE OF EQUIPMENT.
       1. Mickey [Radar]: OK
       2. Gee: OK
       3. Radio Compass: OK
       4. Fluxgate: OK
       5. Other Equipment OK

1. Type of Bombing (Visual, PFF or Combined)?  Visual
2. Did Squadron perform own sighting operation, bomb on smoke marker, or was bombing done in Group Formation? Squadron performed own sighting operation.
3. Was turn made at briefed I.P.? Yes
4. Cloud coverage and visibility. "CAVU" [Ceiling and Visability Unlimited]
5. If Visual, when was MPI identified? If not actually seen, how was it located? MPI [Mean Point of Impact] located three minutes from "Bombs Away".
6. Any Interference on Bomb Run? None
7. Did C-1 [Autopilot] function satisfactory? Yes
8. Any other factors affecting accuracy? None

I certify that this 12E Form is complete and accurate.
[Signed] Warren C. Steitz, Captain, Air Corps, Group Bombardier.

Lead Squadron, 94th CBW "C" Group Field Order #620
Bombardier - 1st Lt. Schiffman, Arnold
Pilot - Major Roper, L.B. & 1st Lt. Coulan, J.R.
Navigator - 1st Lt. Kyser, Thomas C.

Aircraft B-17G   Z-376  Take-off - 0750 Landed - 1510
Objective - Transportation Area near the center of Berlin, Germany
Aiming Point (MPI) [Mean Point of Impact] - As Briefed
Initial Point - As Briefed
Method of Attack - Squadron
No. of Attacking A/C in Group: - 12   Composite Group - ____
Number A/C Dropping Bombs by own Sighting Operation: ____
Deflection and Range Sighting, Group: One   Composite Group - ____
Range Sighting only, Group - ____   Composite Group - ____
Bombs, Types and Sizes - 10 x 500 Lb. AN-M43 G.P.[General Purpose] & Markers
Number of Bombs Loaded - As Above   Released - Same
Fusing, Nose - 1/10   Tail - 1/100
Synchronization - On

Information at Release Point:

Type of Release - Train 150'
Point of Impact If Seen - As Briefed
Mean Temp. Metro -15 Actual -15
Winds - Altitude - 24,000 Ft.  Direction - Metro 250°  Actual 223°  Velocity - Metro 75  Actual 60
Temp C. - Metro -42° C. Actual -41° C.

1. Type of Bombing (Visual, PFF or Combined)?  Visual
2. Did Squadron perform own sighting operation, bomb on smoke marker, or was bombing done in Group Formation? Squadron performed own sighting operation.
3. Was turn made at briefed I.P.? Yes
4. Cloud coverage and visibility. Target covered by smoke
5. If Visual, when was MPI identified? If not actually seen, how was it located? MPI [Mean Point of Impact] was not actually seen - Target Area was bombed.
6. Any Interference on Bomb Run? A short run was made as the deputy had to take over from the lead ship.
7. Did C-1 [Autopilot] function satisfactory? Was not used
8. Any other factors affecting accuracy? None

I certify that this 12E Form is complete and accurate.
[Signed] Warren C. Steitz, Captain, Air Corps, Group Bombardier.

High Squadron, 94th CBW "C" Group Field Order #620
Bombardier - 2nd Lt. Hearn, William P.
Pilot - 1st Lt. Sullivan, Jr., George L.
Navigator - 2nd Lt. Gardner, Richard H.

Aircraft B-17G   B-349  Take-off - 0710 Landed - 1530
Objective - Transportation Area near the center of Berlin, Germany
Aiming Point (MPI) [Mean Point of Impact] - Right of briefed MPI (Target Area)
Initial Point - As Briefed
Method of Attack - Squadron
No. of Attacking A/C in Group: - 12   Composite Group - ____
Number A/C Dropping Bombs by own Sighting Operation: ____
Deflection and Range Sighting, Group: One   Composite Group - ____
Range Sighting only, Group - ____   Composite Group - ____
Bombs, Types and Sizes - 10 x 500 Lb. AN-M43 G.P.[General Purpose] & Markers
Number of Bombs Loaded - As Above   Released - Same
Fusing, Nose - 1/10   Tail - 1/100
Synchronization - On

Information at Release Point:  M.P.I. [Mean Point of Impact] not actually identified

Type of Release - Train 150'
Point of Impact If Seen - Right of briefed MPI
Mean Temp. Metro -15 Actual -17
Winds - Altitude - 24,000 Ft.  Direction - Metro 250°  Actual 226°  Velocity - Metro 75  Actual 60
Temp C. - Metro -42° C. Actual -38° C.

1. Type of Bombing (Visual, PFF or Combined)?  Visual
2. Did Squadron perform own sighting operation, bomb on smoke marker, or was bombing done in Group Formation? Squadron performed own sighting operation.
3. Was turn made at briefed I.P.? Yes
4. Cloud coverage and visibility. Target covered in smoke
5. If Visual, when was MPI identified? If not actually seen, how was it located? Triangulation
6. Any Interference on Bomb Run? None
7. Did C-1 [Autopilot] function satisfactory? Was not used
8. Any other factors affecting accuracy? None

I certify that this 12E Form is complete and accurate.
[Signed] Warren C. Steitz, Captain, Air Corps, Group Bombardier.

Low Squadron, 94th CBW "C" Group Field Order #620
Bombardier - 2nd Lt. Burr, Malcolm S.
Pilot - 1st Lt. Cutler, Robert L.
Navigator - 1st Lt. Tabb, William H.

Aircraft B-17G   O-455  Take-off - 0712 Landed - 1540
Objective - Transportation Area near the center of Berlin, Germany
Aiming Point (MPI) [Mean Point of Impact] - As Briefed
Initial Point - As Briefed
Method of Attack - Squadron
No. of Attacking A/C in Group: - 12   Composite Group - ____
Number A/C Dropping Bombs by own Sighting Operation: ____
Deflection and Range Sighting, Group: One   Composite Group - ____
Range Sighting only, Group - ____   Composite Group - ____
Bombs, Types and Sizes - 10 x 500 Lb. AN-M43 G.P.[General Purpose] & Markers
Number of Bombs Loaded - As Above   Released - Same
Fusing, Nose - 1/10   Tail - 1/100
Synchronization - On

Information at Release Point:  Used Triangulation to locate MPI [Mean Point of Impact]

Type of Release - Train 150'
Point of Impact If Seen - Target covered by smoke
Mean Temp. Metro -15 Actual -17
Winds - Altitude - 24,000 Ft.  Direction - Metro 250°  Actual 268°  Velocity - Metro 75  Actual 70
Temp C. - Metro -43° C. Actual -38° C.

1. The target for the three squadrons of this Group was a transportation area near the center of Berlin, Germany. The target area was obscured by smoke from previous bombing and accurate damage assessment is impossible.
2. The bombs of the lead squadron fell into the target area on, or very near to, the briefed MPI. The smoke markers can be seen, but no definite pattern can be plotted.
3. Photo evidence indicates that the bombs of the low squadron fell into the edge of the target area approximately one-half mile over (east) of the briefed MPI. The two smoke markers and the pattern of the 398th Group lead squadron can be seen on these photos. (Bombs away of the 398th Lead squadron - 1114 hrs.)
4. The pattern of the high squadron fell 11,394 feet east of the target area and hit in and around the yards of the Gorlitzer passenger station. There are nine hits in the yards. The pattern measures 3,444 feet by 2,568 feet.

1. No leaflets were carried on today's mission.
2. The three squadrons of this Group formed the 94th "C" Combat Wing and visually bombed the primary target, which was a transportation area in the vicinity of Berlin. Preliminary study of photos shows the target area to be well hit and covered with smoke from previous bombing. The lead squadron bombs fell into the edge of the smoke area and in the approximate area of the assigned MPI [Mean Point of Impact]. The bombs of the low squadron fell into the smoke around the MPI area, but no hits can be seen. The leader of the high squadron relinquished his lead to the deputy because of a bomb rack malfunction. The deputy made a very short PDI [Pilots Deviation Indicator] run and the bomb pattern fell across the Gorlitzer passenger station yards with heavy damage.
3. No enemy aircraft were encountered and no claims [of enemy aircraft being shot down] are being submitted.
4. Flak at the target was moderate for this Group, although it appeared to be more intense both ahead of us and behind us. It appeared to come up in the form of a barrage from several concentrations scattered over the target area; most of it was inaccurate for our formation. Meager inaccurate flak was encountered at Egmond [aan-Zee, Netherlands], and moderate flak was observed at Hamburg, Brandenburg, and Wesermunde.
5. 10/10ths cloud coverage was encountered on the route in until this Group reached 11 degrees East, at which point the clouds broke. 1/10ths cloud coverage with slight ground haze existed in the target area.
6. Smoke screens were observed at Magdeburg and at approx. 5213[N] - 1220[E], in the area of the IP [Initial Point of Bomb Run].
7. All PFF equipment operated efficiently and served as a navigational aid. Scouting Force was contacted by this Group and furnished adequate weather reports. Fighter support was good. Two aircraft from group behind were observed to collide at 1045 hours at approximately 5235[N] - 1100E.[Near Brome, Germany]; three chutes were seen. One B-17 from group behind was hit by flak and seen to explode at 1116 hours in the target area. No chutes were seen. One B-17 from group ahead went down in flames over the target. Two chutes were observed. None of our aircraft is missing.

    508th Squadron:
A/C M-900: Lead of the low flight of the high squadron was poor today. Too much chopping throttles. - Lt. Ash.

    510th Squadron:
A/C F-124: Good formation at target - less than 1,000 yards long. - Whole crew.

    511th Squadron:
A/C A-488: Good formation and excellent fighter support. - Crew

1. Abortives and Flying Spares:
   1. Airplane No. 43-37854, returned early. Pilot stated #1 propeller ran away. Investigation revealed that engine had failed internally.

1. PILOT'S STATEMENT:
   1. Reason for abortive #1 prop ran away
   2. Place and altitude 18,000 at 52°30'[N] 4°20'[E] [10 miles WNW of IJmuiden, Netherlands]
   3. Time 0935
   4. Position in formation #2 Low
   5. Disposition of bombs Jettisoned in sea at 51°15'[N] 3°08'[E]
   6. Remarks 1001 time
     (Pilot's Signature) Chas. D. Hammett

1. Last Four numbers and Call Letter of A/C in each Squadron:

   a. 94th Combat Wing "C" Group   Lead Squadron - 351st Group
   Sqdn 508th A/C: (Z–8376 PFF),
   Sqdn 509th A/C:C–8640, F–6566, M–7964, O–7595, Q–8116, T–8666, V–7854, U–8591, Z–7696, (R–6156 Spare),
   Sqdn 510th A/C: (X–8468 PFF)
   Sqdn 511th A/C: A–8428

   
   

   b. 94th Combat Wing "A" Group   Low Squadron - 351st Group
   Sqdn 508th A/C: None
   Sqdn 509th A/C: None
   Sqdn 510th A/C: A–8465, F–7124, G–7862, H–8280, K–7252, L–7515, M–9001, P–8038, S–7512, T–8461
   Sqdn 511th A/C: (N–8592 DA), (H–8435 Spare), (O–8455 PFF)

   
   

   c. 94th Combat Wing "A" Group   High Squadron - 351st Group
   Sqdn 508th A/C: A–8410, B–7349, C–8753, D–8405, G–8954, L–7956, M–7900, O–8277, P–7258, Q–8799, Y–6108
   Sqdn 509th A/C: None
   Sqdn 510th A/C: None
   Sqdn 511th A/C: (Z–7687 PFF)

[DA - Delayed Action fuses.]
2. Target: GH-487
   
3. W/T and R/T Operational Call Sign of each Squadron:

   Squadron	508 [Call Sign]	W/T MDM R/T CARLTON		Squadron	510 [Call Sign]	W/T SDZ R/T TIPSTAFF
   Squadron	509 [Call Sign]	W/T RFW R/T HOTMINT		Squadron	511 [Call Sign]	W/T NHU R/T PARTNERSHIP

4. Taxi – 0655; Take-Off – 0710; E.T.D. Field – 0710
   

5. Time:	Height:	Place of Crossing English Coast: (OUT)
   0851	10,000 Ft	Felixstowe

6. Time:	Height:	Place of Crossing Enemy Coast: (IN)
   0938	20,000 Ft	52°40'N-04°38'E [Bergen aan Zee, Netherlands]

7. Time:	Height:	Place of Crossing Enemy Coast: (Out)
   1257	23,000 Ft	53°44'N-08°30'E [14 miles north of Bremerhaven, Germany]

8. Time:	Height:	Place of Crossing English Coast: (IN)
   1510½	5,000 Ft	Cromer

9. E.T.R.(Estimated Time of Return) Base: 1548 Hours
10. MF/DF [Medium Frequency/Direction Finder] Section: "H"
11. Bomb load of Each A/C: "A" Lead Box
    Lead Squadron: 10 x 500 G.P. - 1/10 x 1/40
    Low Squadron: 10 x 500 G.P. - 1/10 x 1/40
    High Squadron: 10 x 500 G.P. - 1/10 x 1/40
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12. Fuel Load of each A/C: 2780 Gallons
    
13. Leaders:
    Lead Sqdn: Rank & Name: Maj. Roper A/C No & Sqdn. Z-8376 PFF (508)
    Low Sqdn: Rank & Name: Lt. Cutler A/C No & Sqdn. 0-8455 PFF (511)
    High Sqdn: Rank & Name: Capt. Muffett A/C No & Sqdn. Z-7687 PFF (511)
14. Passengers, if any: (Full Name, Rank, A/C and Squadron Passenger flying with)
    None

Report Compiled By Shepard, M/Sgt.