This mission, launched from Melun-Villaroche met with disastrous results as three ships crashed on take off due to icing. 
The crew of G.C. Van Meter (pilot) and Sgt. C.M. Kiker (gunner) was lost when their aircraft exploded,
the other two crews managed to escape from their aircraft which also exploded. 
The mission was successful, with 27 aircraft being launched and the target being severely damaged. 
Three more aircraft crashed on landing due to mechanical problems with landing gear due to flak damage.