![In a well known photograph, Hofer is seated in his personal P-51 “Salem Representative” with “Duke” on the wing. Note the British Malcolm hood canopy retrofitted for greater visibility.](https://warfarehistorynetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/W-Insight-Hofer6-HT-Mar05-e1699028150177-760x428.jpg)
Royal Canadian Air Force
WWII Fighter Aces: Ralph K. ‘Kid’ Hofer
by Paul B. CoraHe could be described as reckless, impulsive, undisciplined, lucky, fearless, and also as one of the most successful fighter pilots in the history of the U.S. Read more