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Wheatley (William) Personal Photo Collection
SDASM.SC.20046
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Language of Material:
English
Contributing Institution:
San Diego Air and Space Museum Library and Archives
Title: William "Bill" Wheatley Personal Photo Collection
Identifier/Call Number: SDASM.SC.20046
Physical Description:
0.1 Cubic Feet
One Photo Envelope
Date (inclusive): 1920-1945
Abstract: William "Bill" Wheatley was a test pilot for Consolidated Aircraft.
The collection is open to researchers by appointment.
Some copyright may be reserved. Consult with the library director for more information.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
The materials in this Collection were donated to the San Diego Air and Space Museum.
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Library & Archives”]
William "Bill" Wheatley was Consolidated's chief test pilot who was killed June 2nd, 1941 when the B-24 he was flying crashed.
He also flight tested PBYs and the PB2Y.
Photos numbered 09_02235 to 09_02249 showing events from his career.
Consolidated/Convair Collection.
Subjects and Indexing Terms
De Havilland DH.4
Consolidated PB-2A
Consolidated PBY-5 Catalina
Consolidated PB2Y Coronado
Consolidated Aircraft (Firm)
Wheatley, William "Bill"