Robert Little
American fighter ace
About Robert Little
Lived 1901 – 1942 (aged 40–41). Robert Little was an American.
Robert Laing "Bob" Little (died May 22, 1942) was an American fighter pilot and double ace with the Flying Tigers, credited with 10, 10.5 victories.
He was a native of Spokane, Washington, and attended North Central High School in 1935 and 1936.
Little resigned from the United States Army Air Corps 8th Pursuit Group to join the Flying Tigers in the days before the United States entered World War II. He was one of the few Flying Tigers with prior experience with the Curtiss P-40 fighter, having logged 375 hours.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Little?
American fighter ace
When was Robert Little born?
Robert Little was born in 1901 in Spokane.
When did Robert Little die?
Robert Little died on 22 May 1942 in Salween River.
What nationality was Robert Little?
Robert Little was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Little (Flying Tiger)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Little. https://biography.guide/robert-little-1901/
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