ASN Wikibase Occurrence # 300407
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| Date: | Thursday 13 January 1944 |
| Time: | 15:40 |
| Type: |  Bristol Beaufighter TF Mk X |
| Owner/operator: | 227 Sqn RAF |
| Registration: | JM233 |
| MSN: | |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 2 |
| Aircraft damage: | Destroyed |
| Location: | Berka 111, Benghazi. -
 Libya
|
| Phase: | Landing |
| Nature: | Military |
| Departure airport: | Berka 111, Benghazi, Libya |
| Berka 111 |
Beaufighter JM233/U: Took off at 10:20 hrs for a Offensive sweep from Hydra to Spetses. 13/01/1944
During attacking the aircraft was seriously damaged by AA fire. The aircraft safely landed at base.
In 13 January, 1944, he took part in an attack on an enemy vessel escorted by 2 armed ships. During the operation, aircraft was hit by anti-aircraft fire which rendered all the electrical equipment unserviceable. Nevertheless, S/Ldr Kemp, who had sustained a wound in the foot from a piece of shrapnel, continued to attack until the operation was successfully completed, all 3 ships being hit and set on fire. Although in much pain and suffering from the loss of blood S/Ldr Kemp refrained from informing his leader of his injury. Displaying great fortitude and resolution he maintained formation throughout the homeward flight. Not until base was reached was anyone aware of his hurt.
Crew:
S/Ldr (NZ403550) William Papillon KEMP DFC (pilot) RNZAF - injured
W/O (????) F.L. TYRELL (Nav.) RAFVR - Ok
Sources:
1.Beaufighter production list
2.ORB 227 Sqdn RAF
Revision history:
| Date/time | Contributor | Updates |
|---|---|---|
| 01-Nov-2022 20:35 | Nepa | Added [Operator] |
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