Photo #: NH 95312
Douglas TBD-1 Torpedo Plane (Bureau # 0284),
of Torpedo Squadron Five (VT-5)
In the starboard catwalk of USS Yorktown (CV-5), 3 September
1940, following a landing accident. Pilot was Electrician's Mate
First Class (Naval Aviation Pilot) C.M. O'Brien. The after end
of the carrier's island is in the background.
Ultimately assigned to Torpedo Squadron Eight (VT-8), This aircraft
was lost on 4 June 1942 during the Battle of Midway.
Courtesy of Thomas E. Doll, 1984.
U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.
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