Help Identifying Great Uncle's B-17

[Yesak23]

This is interesting/maybe helpful,
It became known as Alexandria Army Air Base at its opening on October 21, 1942. The 799th Bombardment Squadron of the 2nd Air Force subsequently used the base for the training of Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress crews. In March of 1943, the base was reassigned to the 3rd Air Force under the command of Col. Quentin T. Quick.

 

[CATCH 22]

The photos in general, what the crew is wearing, etc., gives me the impression that these photos were taken Stateside while in Training. Not 100% sure, but best guess. While it was rare some training aircraft did have names applied.

I have not seen (so far) a training aircraft with the name of a crew chief. IMHO the latter was a member of a combat crew.
I agree about the gear and clothing though.

 

[Yesak23]

I found more information (see pic). After training in Alexandria, LA, he was commissioned in Coral Gables, FL. Could this help track him down? Thanks!

 

[fubar57]

Have you tried here? Request Military Service Records

 

[Yesak23]

Have you tried here? Request Military Service Records

Not yet. I'll hit that up. Thanks!