Information concerning the loss of Feldwebel Rudi Beck - Fighter pilot - killed 27.11.42
 

Hi,

Could anyone provide details on the loss of Feldwebel Rudi Beck who was a fighter pilot who was killed in an air battle over Russia on the 27th November 1942?

He was an experienced flier with the EK II, Silver Flight badge, East Medal, Wound Badge and the Golden HJ Badge.

Many thanks

Rick

Re: Information concerning the loss of Feldwebel Rudi Beck - Fighter pilot - killed 27.11.42
 

Hello Rick,

27 Nov 1942 landing accident, collision of two Bf 109 of 9./JG 51 at Gorodnja, Pl.Qu. 46162.
Bf 109 F-2 WNr. 8930, yellow 6, 100%, Fw Rudolf Beck †
Bf 109 F-2 WNr. 12782, 80%, pilot N.N. uninjured.
Sources: GQM loss returns and JFV 9/II loss table.

Regards
Leo

Re: Information concerning the loss of Feldwebel Rudi Beck - Fighter pilot - killed 27.11.42
 

Hi,

Did I read somewhere that he was an ace with ten kills to his name?

Rick

Re: Information concerning the loss of Feldwebel Rudi Beck - Fighter pilot - killed 27.11.42
 

Hello Rick,

according to JFV 6/I and 9/II two victories are known: 4 Dec 1941 a Pe-2 and 4 Aug 1942 a MiG 1.
On 9 Aug 1942 he was wounded, aerial combat and emergency landing at Subzow, 50%, Bf 109 F-2 WNr. 8910, yellow 10.

Regards
Leo