Originally Posted by
SimonCraig1
I'll take a stab: Léon Bourjade top French balloon buster and second only to the legendary Willy Coppens
Good guess, SimonbCraig1; but not correct. Here's a bonus clue for your efforts. Thanks; Ernie P.
What WWI warbird pilot do I describe?
1. He did not become a pilot until late in 1917.
2. He scored his first victory early in 1918.
3. He was barely in the top 40 on some lists.
4. And barely in the top five on another list.
5. But most assuredly on the top of one list of aces.
6. He was the highest scoring ace in his category.
7. His first victory came a few months after he started his flying career.
8. And in less than three months, he scored eight more.