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CLH finds out he will be sent to Advance Flying School in Lubbock. He receives a letter from his cousin Margaret Flo Hobbs (Dora and Lyman Hobbs Jr.'s daughter). "Tell Margaret Flo that I think she is quite a writer."

CLH is recommended for twin engine planes. He describes P-38 and BT-13s; "I have been recommended for twin engine training. Maybe I will fly a big ship yet."

Anticipating list of posting for advanced flight school; describes cross-country flying; letter written over several days; multiple dates.

Describes B-17E and B-24s; asks whether Hazel Hobbs received his insurance.

First night flying and meterology; describes a visit from Kelley Hobbs.

CLH passes code check; gets a demerit for missing a navigation study period; compares formation flying to herding cattle. The 42-G class, which he started with, graduates.

Formation flying; general military stationery; enclosed are 4 photos: Lake Nagworthy clubhouse, Tom Green courthouse, "Elliott, my last instructor at primary," and "Steve Crabree (Ardmore) and girl at Nagworthy picnic."

CLH studying navigation.

CLH changes from class 42-G to 42H because of hepatitus. He is moved back a class but "on the post I do everything the 42-G's do."

Mentions 42-G classbook; References to Lawrence Hon, Erma Hon, Lawrence Clements, and Lacy bridge.