Squadron entered patrol arc around airfield. At about 2330 contact made with Ju-88s approaching airfield, and VMF-251 engaged.
Wyatt shot down Ju-88 at 2334, but shot down soon after attacking second target. Roche shot down Ju-88 at 2334. Trol shot down Ju-88 at 2335. Sidle claimed Ju-88 at 2335.
Enemy attack beaten off, and squadron resumed coverage of airfield. Sidle continued to lead until recovering by 0038.