Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Pilot Officer

Awarded on:

July 30th, 1940

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Wing Commander

Unit:

No. 31 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded on:

November 6th, 1945

Awarded for:

Operation Market Garden

"Since being awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, this officer has completed a second tour of operational duty with Bomber Command. He then commenced a third tour of duty with Transport Command, during which he flew on many day and night sorties and has participated in glider tows at Arnhem and during the invasion of Europe. Since assuming command of his present squadron Wing Commander Altmann has flown on many supply dropping operations in Burma. Throughout a long and distinguished service career, this officer has consistently displayed exceptional keenness and enthusiasm for his work, courage and devotion to duty. Under his inspiring leadership his squadron has accomplished some excellent work."