F/O Baker Ronald Lavender 485Sqn

[Alain57]

Hello ,

On November 20, 1943, Spitfire IXB JK762 from No. 485 Squadron crashed near Eernegem, Belgium, after a mid-air collision with another Spitfire. The pilot was Flying Officer Baker Ronald Lavender (service number 391337, RNZAF), who was killed in action. He was born on March 29, 1920, in Netherne, Surrey, England. Was this man also known as Reg Baker within the squadron? Thank you in advance for your help.
Alain57

[AndyMa]

Alain,
I can't answer your question, but this loss was on 20 October 1943.
Andy

[Alain57]

Hello ,

Indeed youre right about the date , made a typo!
Alain57

[JohnE]

"Reg" Baker must have been Reginald William Baker (NZ401748).

/John Engelsted