Flight Sub-Lieutenant Adrian James Boswell Tonks received Royal Aero Club Aviator's Certificate 4206 on a Maurice Farman biplane at Royal Naval Air Station, Cranwell on 28 December 1916.
Great Britain, Royal Aero Club Aviators' Certificates, 1910-1950
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
Lieut. (T./Capt.) Adrian James Boswell Tonks (Sea Patrol).
A brave and determined airman who has destroyed four enemy aeroplanes and driven down six out of control. In a recent engagement with twelve enemy scouts he destroyed one and drove off others who were attacking some pilots in his flight. In these combats he expended all his ammunition, but seeing three enemy machines attacking one of ours, he, with great gallantry, dived amongst them with a view to distracting their attention. In this he succeeded. A courageous and meritorious action.
Supplement to the London Gazette, 2 November 1918 (30989/12974)
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) Bar
Lieut. (A./Capt.) Adrian James Boswell Tonks, D.F.C. (Sea Patrol, FLANDERS)
Since 28th September this officer has led eleven low bombing raids, displaying conspicuous courage and skill, and inflicting serious damage on enemy from low altitudes. During bombing raids Capt. Tonks has destroyed two enemy machines, proving himself a bold and daring fighter.
(D.F.C. gazetted 2nd November, 1918.)
Supplement to the London Gazette, 3 December 1918 (31046/14317)
