Thanks, as always, for the pointers .... I will have a read through the appropriate documents(s) etc ..... now, if I could find similar for the post...
If you haven't done so already, I would highly recommend that you apply for his service record as this will provide definitive answers on his service...
The information I have suggests that it was agreed that Wireless Operators / Air Gunners and Air Gunners would be promoted to Temporary Sergeant with...
- CA Butler and the loss of Lancaster ME334 (http://rafww2butler.wordpress.com/ )
- Aircrew Training (Basic / Trade / Operational / Continuation / Conversion)
- The History of No. 35 Squadron (1916 - 1982) (https://35squadron.wordpress.com/)
[Always looking for copies of original documents / photographs etc relating to these subjects]