He died on September 11, 1943 in a glider crash at March Field.
Its functions were eventually moved to March Field so that the naval air station could take over the whole area.
Whitehead was initially stationed at March Field, where he served as a flying instructor.
March Field served as the primary venue from 1894 through 1925.
By 1894, March Field was complete and featured a track meet at the dedication.
March Field was initially used to train fighter pilots.
Known training units at March Field during this era were:
March Field remained quiet for only a short time.
As March Field began to take on the appearance of a permanent military installation, the base's basic mission changed.
Yount took command of March Field, California in 1919 and served until 1921.