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John Jenkins Designs
Ground crews were responsible for keeping the aircraft of WWII in safe flying condition. Ground crew members made repairs to aircraft, as well as handling routine maintenance. As soon as a plane lands, the ground crew went to work - checking landing gear, refilling fuel tanks, examining the wings, and making any necessary repairs. Aside from regular AAF soldier schooling, ground crews were also highly trained in mathematics, mechanics, and machine shop skills. The ground crew's job was truly to "keep 'em flying."
Ground Crews tirelessly maintained and repaired battle damage, and made modifications to enhance aircraft effectiveness. Their work was crucial to keeping planes operational. The USAAF were to train hundreds of thousands of flying and ground personnel during WW2.