James H. Flatley Jr. with His Hellcat

Photograph

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

Name/Title

James H. Flatley Jr. with His Hellcat

Description

Photograph of James H. Flatley Jr. standing on wing of an F6F-5 Hellcat on the flight deck of the USS Yorktown (CV-10).

Context

This photograph shows James H. Flatley right after making the very first carrier landing aboard the USS Yorktown on May 6, 1943. James H. Flatley was an accomplished aviator and Navy ace who served during the Second World War. Having served aboard three different carriers, including the USS Yorktown (CV-10), Flatley was an early innovator in carrier aviation. Flatley continued to be an advocate for the importance of carrier aviation throughout his career. Flatley retired in 1958 with the rank of Vice Admiral.

Collection

James H. Flatley Jr. Collection, USS Yorktown CV-10

Acquisition

Accession

2001.00012

Source or Donor

Steve F. Ewing

Acquisition Method

Produced by Staff

Update Date

July 31, 2024