William Reed (RAF officer)

William Ernest Reed
Born(1896-03-23)23 March 1896
Jarrow, South Tyneside, England
Died15 December 1952
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
AllegianceUnited Kingdom
BranchBritish Army
Royal Air Force
RankCaptain
UnitRoyal Engineers
No. 19 Squadron RFC
No. 92 Squadron RAF
AwardsDistinguished Flying Cross
Mentioned in Despatches

Captain William Ernest Reed, DFC (23 March 1896 – 15 December 1952) was an English World War I flying ace credited with nine aerial victories. He continued in military service until 1938.