Grim Reapers' '20 Hour Check'

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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

Name/Title

Grim Reapers' '20 Hour Check'

Scope and Content

A sketch of the "Grim Reapers" insignia undergoing the pilot's 20 Hour Check.

Context

Fighting Squadron Ten (VF-10) were known as the grim reapers and adopted the image of a winged reaper as their mascot. James H. Flatley served as the commanding officer of VF-10 during their time aboard the USS Enterprise (CV-6). 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

Acquisition

Accession

2005.00807

Source or Donor

Patriots Point Development Authority

Acquisition Method

Produced by Staff

Update Date

July 31, 2024