February 7, 1944

February 7, 1944

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Personnel

Washington Observer

TRANSPORT

CAB Reveals Data on Survey of Air Needs in Caribbean

By MERLIN MICKEL6 min

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Personnel

Mundy L. Peale, vice-president and divisional manager of the Evansville division of Republic Aviation Corp., has been elected to the board of directors. Paul Biklen, public relations director of Kaiser Cargo, Inc., Fleetwings division, has been granted a leave of absence to join the Navy, as an ensign.
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SUPER-SECRET “SUPERFORTRESS” — It was not a unique position in which American newsmen found themselves when copies of the British magazine “Flight” arrived here carrying details of the B-29 “Superfortress,” restricted information in this country.
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TRANSPORT

CAB Reveals Data on Survey of Air Needs in Caribbean

Report of F. H. Crozier’s Research and Analysis Division shows need for well-planned coverage with U. S. air routes.

By MERLIN MICKEL6 min

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AIRCRAFT PRODUCTION

Move to End 18-25 Deferments Poses New Problem for Industry

Country confronted with choice of men or bombers, leaders declare; warn of too great drain on plane plant manpower.

By SCOTT HERSHEY5 min

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FINANCIAL

United’s Management Stock Plan Revives Question of Bonus System

Despite occasional abuses, providing further incentive to officials is generally profitable to stockholders as well as direct beneficiaries of program.

By ROGER WILCO4 min

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TRANSPORT

Post-War Traffic Possibilities Underestimated, Loening Declares

WPB aircraft consultant sees regulated competition as America’s secret weapon against European monopoly system in battle for air transport trade.
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Headline News Section

Efficiency of Plane Industry Amazes House Inspection Group

Report of Military Affairs Subcommittee reveals "remarkable progress” of industry in production, design and training during last few years.
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THE AIR WAR

Rome Landings Show Cost to Nazis of Lack of Air Reconnaissance

Allies plastered fields near Italian capital, making enemy’s use of observation planes impossible before surprise landing behind German lines.
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Headline News Section

Parts Pool Formed for AAF and RCAF

Summary of week’s activities in U. S. and war agencies.
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Headline News Section

Disposal of Vast U. S. Holdings Vital Factor in Post-War Aviation

Industry closely following proposed formulas for reconversion of plants to peacetime basis.
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