Clyde Fenton
Clyde Fenton | |
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Fenton in 1937 at Newcastle Waters Station, after being rescued by William Hely. | |
| Born | 16 May 1901 Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia |
| Died | 28 February 1982 (aged 80) Malvern, Victoria, Australia |
| Occupation | Flying Doctor |
Clyde Cornwall Fenton OBE (16 May 1901 – 28 February 1982) was the Northern Territory's first flying doctor. Unlike the other doctors with the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia, Fenton was also his own pilot. Fenton was a self-taught pilot, and flew without the aid of any navigation equipment, air charts, and often proper landing strips. He enjoys a particular renown as a unique and dashing Territory character.