Sydney Richard Ubee
Air Vice Marshal
About Sydney Richard Ubee
Lived 1903 – 1998 (aged 94–95).
Sydney Richard Ubee, CB, AFC, (1903–1998), Air Vice-Marshal.
In his book "Wings on my sleeve" (page 157 et seq), Eric Brown records his admiration of a number of erstwhile colleagues who deserve recognition:- "I was fortunate to have such fine C.O.s as Alan Hards, Dick Ubee, Silyn Roberts, and Alan[sic] Wheeler"
Mentioned in THE LONDON GAZETTE, 4 APRIL, 1933 2289 1 October, 1937; 7 June, 1940; and 23 July, 1929.
The Supermarine Walrus was the first amphibious aircraft in the world to be launched by catapult with a full military load, piloted by Flight Lieutenant Sydney Richard Ubee.
Ubee was awarded the Air Force Cross (AFC), posted in The London Gazette Supplement for 2 January 1939.
Ubee was made a Companion of the Order of the Bath in the 1952 New Year Honours
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Sydney Richard Ubee?
Air Vice Marshal
When was Sydney Richard Ubee born?
Sydney Richard Ubee was born in 1903.
When did Sydney Richard Ubee die?
Sydney Richard Ubee died in 1998.
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