Stanley Ransom McMillan

Stanley Ransom McMillan (3 October 1904 – 3 October 1991) was a Canadian aviator.[1][2][3]

Stanley Ransom McMillan
McMillan in 1930
Born
Stanley Ransom McMillan

3 October 1904
Died4 March 1991(1991-03-04) (aged 86)
AwardsAir Medal, 3 Oak leaf clusters

Distinguished Flying Cross
EAME Campaign Medal
Purple Heart
Silver Star

World War II Victory Medal
Aviation career
RankFirst Lieutenant

History

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McMillan was inducted into Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame in 1974.[4] Upon induction, the awarding committee stated that McMillan had made "outstanding contributions to Canadian aviation by the unselfish application of his exceptional skills as a pilot and navigator, despite adversity, and was instrumental in designing new operational procedures in northern Canada that have benefited this nation's growth."[4]

In media

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McMillan worked as a special consultant for Roger Tilton's 1982 film Pilots North.[5]

References

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  1. ^ "Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame opens in Edmonton - CBC Archives". Retrieved 21 February 2021.
  2. ^ Thomas, Don (23 May 1964). "18 'Old Sweats' Fly Hercules Monster". The Edmonton Journal. p. 32.
  3. ^ "Ignores Police Warning Carries Aid to Indians: Pilot Stan McMillan Takes Food Supplies to Fifty Crees". The Edmonton Journal. 23 February 1933. p. 11.
  4. ^ a b "Stanley Ransom McMillan". www.cahf.ca. Retrieved 22 February 2021.
  5. ^ "Roger Tilton Films Pilots North". Quorum Quotes: International Quorum of Film & Video Producers: 6–7. Winter 1981.
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