Sidney Highwood

Captain Sidney William Highwood (30 December 1896 - 1975) was a World War I flying ace who was a balloon buster. He was credited with aerial victories over nine enemy observation balloons, five German Fokker D.VIIs, and two Rumpler observation planes.

Honors and awards
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

Lieut. Sidney William Highwood. (FRANCE) An Officer of exceptional skill and courage who, since 8 August, has accounted for nine enemy aircraft, driving down five kite balloons in flames, destroying two enemy machines, and shooting down two others out of control. Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) Bar

Lieut. (A./Capt.) Sidney William. Highwood, D.F.C. (FRANCE) A courageous officer who has proved himself a skilful and bold fighter. Since 2 October he has destroyed three enemy machines and four kite balloons, and has in addition rendered valuable service in attacking enemy troops on the ground.