About Paavo Berg
Lived 1911 – 1941 (aged 29). Paavo Berg was a Finnish flying ace.
Paavo Daavid "Pate" Berg (23 November 1911 – 1 November 1941) was a Finnish fighter ace. He was the second most successful Finnish biplane fighter ace, scoring 10.5 victories (5 while flying Gloster Gladiators). The remaining 4.5 victories were with Curtiss Hawk 75s. He was shot down and killed by anti-aircraft fire on 1 November 1941.
Berg was accepted into the Cadet School in June 1931. He was promoted to lieutenant in 1935 and captain in 1940.
Victories Aircraft Victories Gloster Gladiator 5.5 Curtiss Hawk 75 4.5 plus one balloon Total 9.5 plus 1 balloon
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Who was Paavo Berg?
Finnish flying ace (1911-1941)
When was Paavo Berg born?
Paavo Berg was born on 23 November 1911 in Lahti.
When did Paavo Berg die?
Paavo Berg died on 1 November 1941 in Hanko.
What was Paavo Berg's occupation?
Paavo Berg was a flying ace.
What nationality was Paavo Berg?
Paavo Berg was Finnish.
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