Paavo Berg

Paavo Berg
Born 23 November 1911
Lahti
Died 1 November 1941 (1941-12) (aged 29)
Hanko
Allegiance Finland Finland
Service/branch Finnish Air Force
Years of service 1931–1941
Rank Captain
Unit LeLv 26, LeLv 32
Awards Freedom Cross, 4th Class

Paavo Johanses "Peltonen" Berg (November 23, 1911 in Lahti – November 1, 1941 in Hanko) 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 on 1 November 1941.

Victories

Aircraft Victories
Gloster Gladiator 5.5
Curtiss Hawk 75 4.5 plus one balloon
Total 9.5 plus 1 balloon

References


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