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Air Force Cadet Training. Cadet Gibney proudly dons the uniform of the air training corps. It differs from the Airman's uniform in cap badge and arm badge only. Leo Gibney enlisted in RAAF on 29 May 1942 and trained as a Wireless Air Gunner before embarking for the United Kingdom in May 1943 where he served in 218 Squadron flying in Stirling and Lancaster aircraft. He was promoted through the ranks to Warrant Officer before receiving his Commission in November 1944. Flying Officer Gibney returned to Australia in July 1945 for discharge on 4 September 1945.
Air Force Cadet Training. Cadet Gibney wears a uniform identical with that of the member of the Air Force with the special cap and shoulder badges of the Air Training Corps. Leo Gibney enlisted in R
Air Force Cadet Training. Leo Gibney conforms to RAAF requirements. Now Cadet Gibney, he is issued with a uniform which he will wear while on Air Training Corps duty. Leo Gibney enlisted in RAAF on
Air Force Cadet Training. Leo Gibney, applicant for Air Training Corps membership, is examined by an RAAF Medical Officer. Leo Gibney enlisted in RAAF on 29 May 1942 and trained as a Wireless Air Gu
Air Force Cadet Training. Important in any Airman's training is the recognition of enemy aircraft. Cadet Gibney learns to recognise at a glance the types of plane he will soon be helping to shoot fro
Air Force Cadet Training. Cadet Gibney learns to use the Aldis signalling lamp. Leo Gibney enlisted in RAAF on 29 May 1942 and trained as a Wireless Air Gunner before embarking for the United Kingdo
Air Force Cadet Training. Cadet Gibney and his officers at an Air Training Centre. On the right is Squadron Leader Hilditch; in the centre, Wing Commander Cato. Leo Gibney enlisted in RAAF on 29 Ma
