Charles Sims (RAF officer)
Charles John Sims | |
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| Born | 20 December 1899 Bournemouth, England |
| Died | 30 December 1929 (aged 30) |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service | Royal Navy Royal Air Force |
| Years of service | 1917–1929 |
| Rank | Flight lieutenant |
| Unit | No. 13 (Naval) Squadron RNAS No. 213 Squadron RAF No. 24 Squadron RAF |
| Battles / wars | World War I • Western Front |
| Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross |
Flight Lieutenant Charles John Sims, DFC (20 December 1899 – 30 December 1929) was an English World War I flying ace credited with nine aerial victories. His most notable victory saw him shoot down an enemy aircraft that crashed into another, giving Sims a double win. However, his Distinguished Flying Cross was awarded for his courage in ground attack missions.