Feature Letter of June 17th, 2026
Gilroy, Wilbert H.
This has been a scorcher and I am glad the day is over. Sunday is nearly always our worst day. It is generally a sign of increased activity and today has been no exception to the rule. Flying days like today is not all pleasure. The big 12 cylinder engine, stuck right in front of your face, is just like so many furnaces and the heat from it is scorching.
Today has been rather unfortunate for us too, I mean for our squadron. I may not mention any names or numbers, but it has been the worst day for fatalities and casualties since I came to the squadron 2 months ago. No one feels very chirpy tonight as a result.
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