Mr. Grant MacKenzie

Grant MacKenzie was born in Harriston, Ontario, in 1923. He finished school and went to work at a local auto dealer. He attempted to serve overseas as a pilot or electronics technician, but colour blindness prevented him from doing so. Instead, Mr. MacKenzie joined 6 Repair Depot in Trenton, Ontario, where he was an aero engine mechanic. He was also a member of one of the teams tasked with recovering parts from aircraft which crashed during training exercises. Upon completion of his military service, Mr. MacKenzie rejoined the automotive industry.

War, Conflict or Mission: Second World War
Location/Theatre: Canada
Branch: Air Force
Units/Ship: 6 Repair Depot
Military Rank: Leading Aircraftman
Occupation: Aero Engine Mechanic

Mr. MacKenzie gives a general description of aircraft recovery

Mr. MacKenzie describes aircraft recovery on land and in the water

Mr. MacKenzie discusses the value of so much aircraft training in Canada

Mr. MacKenzie describes the four different aircraft used for training in Ontario and Quebec

Mr. MacKenzie offers Remembrance Day reflections about lost friends, and past service