Edgar Johnston | |
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 Johnston (left) with Ron Adair, circa 1926 | |
| Born | 30 April 1896 Perth, Western Australia |
| Died | 22 May 1988 (aged 92) Malvern, Victoria |
| 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.