During his brief fighting career over Malta in February to April 1942, he was credited with only two enemy aircraft destroyed, although he shared in the destruction of three others. Ormrod also claimed three ‘probables’ and at least six damaged. He had total of a dozen successes at a time when the Hurricane was completely outclassed by Bf 109Fs of JG53, his bravery and valour were recognised by the award of a Distinguished Flying Cross. His citation for this award, published in The London Gazette of 28 April 1942 reads: “Pilot Officer Oliver Ogle ORMROD (110128) Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, No. 185 Squadron. This officer is a most determined pilot. Whatever the odds, he endeavours to press home his attacks to the utmost. He has destroyed 2, probably destroyed 3 and damaged a large number of enemy aircraft. His courageous leadership has set an admirable example.”
