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Walter Borchers

German World War II flying ace

Died when: 29 years 43 days (349 months)
Star Sign: Aquarius

 

Walter Borchers

Walter Borchers (22 January 1916 – 6 March 1945) was a German Luftwaffe military aviator and wing commander during World War II.As a flying ace, he was credited with 59 aerial victories, including 43 nocturnal victories, 10 as a destroyer pilot and 6 four-engined bombers at day time, claimed in roughly 300 combat missions.

Prior to his death he held the position of wing commander of the 5th Night Fighter Wing.


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