On a mission to the Heidelberg M/Y and railroad bridge on 22 March 1945, this aircraft which was flying lead, took  tow direct flak burst over the target and went down in a spin. Three chutes were spotted. Pilot was 1st. Lt. Sylvester "Red" Goeke (KIA). Also on board was Capt. James Carraher, the flight commander and C.O. of the 442nd. (MACR 13232)