Name/Title
James H. Flatley Jr. in a CockpitDescription
Photograph of Commander James Flatley sitting in the cockpit of a Grumman F6F Hellcat aboard the USS Yorktown (CV-10). Flatley was the first Commander of Air Group Five.Context
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. CollectionUpdate Date
July 31, 2024