Overview
- Anderson’s interment, held Monday at Arlington National Cemetery, drew more than 100 mourners and featured escort honors with a horse‑drawn caisson, a three‑volley salute, Taps, and a lone bagpiper.
- A double flyover honored his service as four F‑35 Lightning IIs passed first, followed by four P‑51 Mustangs that included aircraft carrying his famed Old Crow name.
- After the flag was folded over his urn in Section 38, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach presented it to Anderson’s son, Jim, who then shared it with his sister, Katherine “Kitty” Burlington.
- Known as the last surviving American World War II triple ace, he flew 116 combat missions in P‑51s with the 363rd Fighter Squadron and was credited with 16¼ aerial victories, with five required to be an ace.
- His legacy spans a postwar career as a fighter and test pilot with more than 7,500 flight hours in over 130 aircraft and top decorations that include five Distinguished Flying Crosses, two Legions of Merit, 16 Air Medals, and French honors.