Edgar Johnston | |
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Born | Perth, Western Australia | 30 April 1896
Died | 22 May 1988 Malvern, Victoria | (aged 92)
Nationality | Australian |
Known for | International advisor Qantas (1955–67) Assistant Director-General of the Department of Civil Aviation (1939–55) Controller-General of the Civil Aviation Board (1936–39) Controller of Civil Aviation (1933–36) |
Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross |
Aviation career | |
Air force | Royal Air Force |
Battles | First World War |
Rank | Captain |
Edgar Charles Johnston, DFC (30 April 1896 – 22 May 1988) was an Australian fighter pilot and ace of the First World War and, later, a leading member in civil aviation in Australia.