Inquiry about possible SAGE
and NORAD person.
I have purchased a ROYAL CANADIAN AIR
FORCE FLIGHT JACKET that once belonged to a Canadian Colonel Platz. In the
late 70's, he served in the United States with the 24th Air Division at Malmstrom
AFB, as an instructor while on an exchange program. Owning and wearing his jacket
would mean a lot more to me if I knew some of its history. Can you help?
Bud
Fellers / Greenville, SC / BudFellers@aol.com
* * *
Free French Air Force
Does anyone
have any information on the Free French Airforce stationed in England during WW
2. I believe they also trained in Ottawa. Canada. Thanks for any information.
e-mail address: goddardj@northnet.org
* * *
my name
is Walter and I am a military Specialist Air Traffic Contoller with the Royal
Netherlands Airforce.
My question
is; Who can give me information how militairy air traffic contollers are trained
with the United States Airfoce or any other allied airforce Many thanks in advance.
Walter
* * *
I was at Chanute
AFB in 1986 for Aircraft Electrician Training. I was on Classmates.com and looking
for old friends but I couldnt remember the student squadron number I was in? Do
you know of any resources to help me??
Thank you Karen Noon
Dotson./MaybeYesN0@aol.com
Noon is
my maiden name.
* * *
Capt.Earl
Fryer - 55th Fightergroup , 38th SQ. Mustang P-51
I'm very
interested in the history of a Mustang P-51 called "Spunktown".The flyer
was captain Earl Fryer of the 55 th Fighter Group, 38 th squadron. He received
training at camps in Alabama and Tennessee and was later in 1943 sent to England.
On the 8th of november 1944 he returned from a mission over Germany and flew over
Holland, where he probably was hit by Flak or a German airplane. He crashed nearby
my village and now I would like to hear anyone who knew Capt.Earl Fryer, even
perhaps do have pictures of him or other planes of the 38th squadron.Captain Fryer
came from Englesville. His cemetery is in Boyerstown.
With
regards,
H. Roelofs, E-Mail: hans.roelofs@wolmail.nl / Veenendaal,Holland
* * *
Looking for
F105 pilot killed in Vietnam
I am looking for information on
a Pilot Major Frank Everett bennett, he was shot down on April 4, 1965, over the
Tonkin gulf off the coast of Danang. He was from the 563rd tactical fighter squadron
flying out of Takhli Thailand. The information I need is to confirm his body was
recovered by the USS Canberra. If anyone can help me with this it would be greatly
appreciated.
Thanks very much,
Warren P. Mackey WC Mackey
<wowcheeks@juno.com>
Looking for F-105 pilots -
stationed at Takli Thailand in the months of April or May 1965,
My
name is Warren Mackey, and I already have a previous e-mail on this web page looking
for a F-105 pilot that was shot down over the Tonkin Gulf in Vietnam in 1965.
Thank you to everyone that has responded, and gave me information, and where to
get information on his identity. Unfortunately I have not been able to identify
him, if there are any Air Force F-105 pilots that were stationed at Takli Thailand
in the months of April or May 1965, and know of any pilots that were killed in
action during that time it would be great to here from you. My Father pulled this
pilot out of the ocean, he was already deceased when they got him onboard the
USS Canberra. My father wants to pay recognition to this fallen pilot at the Vietnam
memorial wall, and would like to know his name.
Thank you again,
Warren
P. Mackey<wowcheeks@juno.com>
* * *
squadron patches
hi i would like to
know how to get information on how to get squadron patches especially the squadron
deploys on aircraft carriers. i am Canadian and i have a profound interest in
the us air force. Thank you very much.
macjacv <macjacv@shaw.ca>
* * *
Liberal Air Base
Is
there info about people who servered at the base in 1945. My uncle, Charles F.
Clark, S/SSGT 33205104 was there in the 2525 A.A.F. B.U. Sgd. C I'm trying
to
find whatever I can get. He was in the 44th, & 489th Bomb Groups in
the E.T.O.
Is Liberal even a base still ?? Do they have a history dept. ??
How can I get the adress ?? Sinerely, Christopher D. Clark Manassas Va
* * *
NorthHampton.UK
If DonaldL45@aol.com
receives information on the whereabouts of Usaf bases would you ask him to let
me have a copy, please? I am interested in finding out if there was/is one in
or around Northhampton. Especially around, 54/ 55. Thank you,
Michael / Michael
Blackburn <michael@blackburn26.freeserve.co.uk>
* * *
Anyone in the Navigator Class
18N Ellington Field TX 1943
I would like to find a cadet who
graduated from Ellington Field, TX, July, 1943...Group 18N Navigators. If so,
would he by any chance have his graduation book, The Polaris, and would be willing
to let me borrow it so that I could make a copy? This would mean so much to me.
Thank you. M L Gunson / billml@brightok.net
* * *
Looking for Other Military Airfield Firefighter Units
Sirs
I am a military airfield firefighter in Townsville, Australia. I am currently
seeking information about other military airfield firefighters around the world.
Could you provide me with any info or other Web sites that may be of intrest.
Keep up the good work. Maybey we'll see you down here on exersise soon.
Glenn
McMahon / Email: glennmacca@aol.com
* * *
Question on WWII B17 bomber & personnel stationed
in Scotland
Hi... I'm looking for info on a bomber named "Church
is Out" I believe my father SSGT Donald C. Crandall (Belly gunner/Radio tech)
was crewed on this plane... Only other info I have is a crewmember named Red...
Please let me know if anyone has info on this... Thanks... Colin Crandall <ryndalia@hotmail.com>
Colin
D. Crandall / 490 N. Main St. #144 /Wasilla Ak. 99654-7099
* * *
From: gary braddock <gbscoop@msn.com>
To: <questions@USAF.COM>
Subject: Itazuke Air Base, Japan
I
am interested in any information about Itazuke Air Base, a USAF installation in
the Korean War. It was near Fukuoka, Japan, on the island of Kyushu. Any help
in locating info about the base would be appreciated. Thanks
Gary
Braddock <gbscoop@msn.com>
* * *
Langley AFB
Where
is Langley AFB or is there even a base called that? Also, can I get a mailing
address of a soldier in any branch of service (prefer Air Force or Army) to be
a pen-pal with while they are in the Middle East? Thanks and God bless,
Mindi
<proverbs1619@juno.com>
* * *
Ribbons and/or medals
Hello,
I am a USAF veteran, honorably discharged in 1983. I had to make a copy of my
DD214 for membership in a club for veterans and I noticed that I received 4 medals.
I remember physically getting the good conduct medal but not the others. I know
was for expert marksmanship but cannot remember what the other two were for.
The
reason for the email is to find out if there is anyway I can get those medals??
I lost the Good Conduct Medal somewhere along life's way but I would like to have
all the medals to give to my children when they are grown. I would be happy to
pay for the cost of the medals and like I said, I can send a copy of my DD214
so you can see which ones I received. Please let me know if this is possible.
Thanks,
Michael Pallante / USAF, Active Duty 1979 -1983/ American By Birth - Veteran By
Choice
"Freedom Isn't Free"
* * *
usaf
records
My name is Samuel B. Gray Jr. I served in the USAF
from 1952-1956. Was stationed at the air base just outside of Casablanca. Remember
how to pronounce the name but can't rember how to spell same. Was a dental tech.
Would like to see a roster of the personal there at the time I was, Aug 54-Dec
55. Enjoyed the web site. Was an A/1c upon discharge. Interesting about the title
of Senior Airman.
Any help will be appreciated. Sam / sam gray
<wb4bik@yahoo.com>
* * *
Boot Camp
Dear USAF,
My name is
Jackie and I was wondering if you could send me something showing a schedule of
a daily work out diet plane to get me ready for USAF boot camp. I have been searching
all over the web and having no luck. Please send ASAP. Thank you.
Jackie
/ Jax12xxx@aol.com
* * *
Chaumont,Air
Base in France
Would like to know if anyone has Pictures of
Chaumont Air Force Base in France before it was closed prior to 1966. If so I
would like to get copies or does anyone know where I could get of the Chaumont
Air Base ????? Contact me at my E-mail address which is <<<< Jmsimon549@aol.com >>>>>
Thank You Much, John Simon, Appleton,Wis.
* * *
I am searching for a list of the American personell
based at Highercall near Shrewsbury United Kingdom. During the year 1945. Can
anyone advise me please. Or any suggestions most welcome.
s.schembri@btinternet.com
* * *
Old Trunk
To Whom It May Concern,
I recently attended an auction here in Ontario Canada. I purchased what I
believed to be an old steamer type trunk. It was surfaced with mac tack. I have
currently decided to refinish it as a coffee table. When I stripped off the mac
tack, miraculously, the silver paint beneath stayed mostly in tact. I'm sure that
I have misread some letters but if you could put me in contact with or feed me
some information on the meanings of what I am reading or even the Major it belonged
to I would greatly appreciate it.
It reads as follows: FROM RAMSTFIX
AFB / APO ______ USAF
TO TRANS _____________
MC CHESNEY .W.H.I /
MAJOR A0-23220
803 FULTON AVE SAN ANT 10, TEXAS
I hope there is someone
out there that can help me on this quest. I would be happy for ANY correspondance
about this subject
jen and burt <monkeyman@grey-bruce.net>
* * *
449 th Ftr (AW) Sqd
CAN
ANYONE TELL ME WHATEVER BECAME OF THE 449 TH FIGHTER (AW) SQUADRON ? I WAS IN
THE OUTFIT AS AN ARMORER IN THE EARLY 1950'S WHEN IT WAS STATIONED AT LADD A F
B , FAIRBANKS ALASKA. I DROVE UP THERE A FEW YEARS AGO AND FOUND THAT IT IS NOW
FORT WAINWRIGHT AND THE PLACE IS FULL OF HELECOPTERS. NO ONE EVER HEARD OF THE
449TH. ANY INFO WOULD BE VERY MUCH APPRECIATED,
YOU CAN CONTACT ME AT digniver@madbbs.com
THANK
YOU ALL, KEITH NIVER
* * *
Information
needed
I am trying to find any information regarded a serving
officer in the USAF,who was stationed in Watton, Norfolk, England in World War
2. He was there from 1942 - 44, possibly longer. His name was Griffin. First name
unknown but he was known to friends as 'Griff'. I think his rank was Major. His
home state was Louisiana. I think he was born around 1903 or 1904.
Richard
Broke <richard.broke@btinternet.com>
* * *
F-86D Sabres
I
am an ex-RAF serviceman.I am an Aviation Historian.Does anyone have any pictures
or photos
of F-86D Sabres of the 512 Ftr.Intcp.Sq when based at Sembach,Germany,1958-69,please
.
I would like to borrow to assist in paintings.All will be returned. R.M.Robinson,37
Home Farm Rd,Houghton, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire,PE28 2BN,U.K.
Robbie
& Jenny <rm.jm@ntlworld.com>
* * *
Information For School Project
Hello:
My
6th grade son would like to write a paper about his grandfather's participation
in World War II. My father has told us alittle bit about the War but many details
are missing. My father's name is John R. Brooke. He was a pilot and flew a B17
bomber into Germany, Bordeaux etc. He said the name of it was the "Laurel
R. Roger." He believes that he was with the 8th Airforce, 10th Airwing Group...
then mentioned something about the 32nd? He said he flew out of Mendosholm Airbase?
It's difficult because my father doesn't live near us so we have minimal info.
I would love to contact someone else who may have served with my father to help
fill in some details. Can you help us?
Schrenk, Anne E (EUGENE
OE 322) <aschrenk@pclient.ml.com>
* * *
Looking for F105 pilot
killed in Vietnam
I am looking for information on a Pilot Major
Frank Everett bennett, he was shot down on April 4, 1965, over the Tonkin gulf
off the coast of Danang. He was from the 563rd tactical fighter squadron flying
out of Takhli Thailand. The information I need is to confirm his body was recovered
by the USS Canberra. If anyone can help me with this it would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
very much,
Warren P. Mackey ( Warren, send us your e-mail, so others can respond.)
* * *
Military 401K
Date: Mon, Mar 04 01:11 PM
Howdy,
My grandson, in Keesler for technical schooling, asked me my advice on the new
military 401K program. In trying to find enough information to advise him, I contacted
the nearest AFB - Offutt, which gave me a non-existent AFPC Randolph address -
www.afpcrandolph.af.mil.com. And the USAF.com, Personnel Center page gave a no-longer-in-service
phone number (210) 652-6141. Does anyone have any information on this program
or would you please direct me to a "working" number for the Personnel
Center or a web page for this data? Much obliged,
Monte Pettit puppy1@cox.net
* * *
Old Jets
I
have been trying for sometime to find a place that sells old U.S.A.F jets .Just
for a display. Can you help me by pointing me in the right direction.
Thanks
Joe
/ joey@swko.net
* * *
I
am doing a history day project and I cannot find a picture of a Earle L. Johnson.
I know that this person wasn't in the Air Force, but he was in Civil Air Patrol.
If anyone can find a picture, that would be absolutely marvelous!!
WENDY
HANSON <jwthanson@msn.com
* * *
USAF UNIFORM REGULATIONS
Date: Tue, Feb 26 05:33
PM
I have a question: What is the required uniform to be worn
by someone in the Air Force if
the Navy Uniform prescribed is "Dinner
Dress Blue" (civilian black tie)? Is there a web site where I can look the
USAF Uniform Regulations? I am a Command Master Chief of a U. S. Navy Seabee Battalion
that has Air Force personnel assigned.
Thank-you, CMDCM(SCW)
Phil Devine <DevinePJ@THIRDNCB.NAVY.MIL>
* * *
US Pilot Killed Attacking Libya, 1980"s
President
Reagan ordered an attack on Quadafi of Libya. Our only casualty was a pilot who
crashed in the mediterranean. Can you provide the name of that pilot, and how
I may obtain information on his background? I belong to an organization that may
be able to name a street in that hero's honor. Thank you. Please reply to this
email: equinones1232001@yahoo.com
Ed Quinones, Chairman
UNO Federation Community Services,
Inc. PO Box 4685
Clearwater, Fl 33758
* * *
F-86D
Photos/Pictures
Fellow ex-servicemen,
I would like to borrow
photos or pictures of F-86D "Sabres" serving with units assigned to
the USAF in Europe. I require the pictures for paintings.All pictures and photos
will be returned to the rightful owner. I will be extremely grateful for any help
concerning this request. e.mail;- rm.jm@ntlworld.com / address:- R.Robinson,37 Home Farm Rd, Houghton,
Huntingdon,Cambridgeshire,PE28
2BN,/ England.
* * *
Can Anyone Help
Bill Ramsdell?
Need your expertise on Aircrew Life. Support
Sections and Life Support Survival Shops. Some questions for you:
1. Do all
flying units have a Aircrew Life Support Element and is the
Section always
under the Operations Support Group or Operations Squadron???
2. Do all Flying
Wings and Airbase Wings have a Parachute/Survival/Equipment/Egress Shop or Facility????
3. Are you often linked with the Aerial Port Load Riggers or does each
Airlift
Squadron have a Life Support Section???
4. Are the Life Support Sections active
as an Element in all Aircrew
Survival/Egress Training Schools and under which
division or Branch do they
function?? Instructors???
5. I am doing an
Order of Battle for all Rigger/Aerial Delivery Units (no matter how small) in
all branches of the Armed Forces. I have posted and cataloged over 550+ units
but the USAF is the hardest because of the constant change.. I have all of the
Aerial Port units before the 70's when
the Riggers were under the Aerial Delivery
Branch and your Life Support Personnel worked out a Base or Hanger Shop as a combined
Support Unit and I lost you after 19977 when the Life Support personnel were assigned
to individual Squadrons. God-there must be a BUNCH of you because I have an updated
squadron list and there are a BASIC LOAD OF SQUADRONS. Any help on composition
assignment to separate or wing units and their relationship to the Squadron would
be appreciated or a source document???
HELP
Bill Ramsdell
USSF Retired
/ william ramsdell <ranger@vcn.com>
* * *
Patches
Was a organizational patch
ever developed for the 7206 Security Police Squadron Hellenikon Greece? If so,
I would like to get one as I was its first commanding officer.
Richard
S Potts, Capt USAF Ret.
Gail Potts <gdpt@wmonline.com>
* * *
Info Wanted on January 1985 crash of a C-130 - Honduras
I
am trying to obtain information on the January 1985 crash of a C-130 off the coast
of Honduras. We have a plaque dedicated to a soldier killed during that crash
in my town and I desire to find out any information available about him and the
others killed in that crash. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Thank
you
Gforce762@aol.com
* * *
Mystery Crew
About 15 years ago I found a letter
written by a man named Patrick(first name) written to his wife. It was written
while he was returning from a raid over Japan.
The letter
includes several names of other crewmen and I am hoping that I can find out more
about the crew and what ended up happening to them. I am a history teacher and
my students are on me to research the mystery as best I can. Here is the information
that I was able to glean from the letter:
1. The crew was based at Tinian
/ 2. The letter was written at 04:02 so it must have been a night raid with incendiaries
. / 3. It must have been post Iwo Jima as he describes that they are pasing over
the island as he is writing.
4.The crew are as follows: Pilot Sam_____ Co-pilot
Iron George_______
Radioman ___ Larkin,Crewman Knutsen, Hansen, Patrick ________
Schiffer, Galligan and Leahman. Any information would be greatly appreciated
Brad Charlton / Bradford Charlton <drakeocean@cox.net>
* * *
Information on my uncle -
Staff Sargent Art Headding
Looking for anyone with information
on my uncle - Staff Sargent Art Headding / tail gunner. He was with the 32nd
bomber squadron on a mission to turrin italy on oct. 3, 1943 when his plane
went down. The pilots were spotted floating in the water alive, BUT when the rescue
was launched there was no sign of any of the people from the plane. Art was listed
kia after one year but was believed to be seen after that. The plane was named
the leadfoot and later renamed carol jean IV. The only other person i know that
was on the plane was the crew chief Eugene Gardner. Please e-mail me at strueblood1@netzero.net with any
information on my uncle or the crew or the plane.
* * *
SQUADRON
BELL FROM THE 433 FTS, UBON, RTAFB, THAILAND
I NEED HELP IN
LOCATING one of the pilots on a bell I have in my possession. Here is the info
engraved on the bell: 433 FTS "SATAN'S ANGELS" The year was 70-71. Aircraft
type: F4D 443 combat missions "Shit Hot" Names engraved on bell: Bill
Fanelli "Godfather"; Costas; Schanke; Barnett; Emery; Hansen; Seagren;
Hartley and Finocchio. I want to return this bell to one of these servicemen.
I am a retired Navy Chief so I know this would be of tremendous sentimental value
to one of these men. Please contact me at (651)748-5102 evenings or at my e-mail
at trina635.aol.com Thank you, Rick Nelson
CPO USN (Ret.)
* * *
Guam World War II
- 459th Sq. 330th Bomb group- flying the B-29 "Lady Jane" from March
to August 1945.
I am looking for anyone or any information
on the 459th Sq. 330th Bomb group flying the B-29 "Lady Jane" from March
to August 1945. My father was S/Sg. Leonard A. Olsen who crew chiefed the "Lady
Jane" He entered the army airforce in January of 1942 out of Wisconsin. He
took his service and maintenance at Boeing Factory School in Seattle, June to
August 1944.
I am doing his memoirs and would love to hear from anyone who
knew himor has information on his unit.
Thanks, Janey Funston / dfunsto@tenforward.com
* * *
I am trying to find out about my Grandfathers RAF service
i know a little information about him and i am trying to find out more for a book
i am writing. His name was Donald Rice he was born in Canada, he served in 242
squadren as ground crew, his commanding officer was Douglas Bader if anyone has
any information on him or anyone who served with him please get in contact with
me at my E-Mail.
David Roberts <mail@rob-41.fslife.co.uk>
* * *
F-86H Related Information
I'm
currently writing a book about the North American F-86H Sabre. It follows my book
about the C-124 Globemaster II, published in summer of 2000. I'd like to hear
from anyone who flew, maintained or supported the airplane in any way with the
active duty units and with the Air National Guard. I am especially interested
in historical information related to the Air Guard's use of the plane, as official
records relating to these units appears lacking.
Sincerely,
Earl Berlin, Jr. / MSgt (Ret), USAF / <EBJ86H@STIC.NET>
* * *
Info Requested: Don Greenwood
I
am looking for any information, facts or funny, about a pilot named Don Greenwood.
He was a pilot stationed at Wheelus Field - Tripoli, Libya, Africa from 1950 to
1955. He flew with the 431st Fighter Interceptor Squadron. I am a close friend
of the family and am trying to get them more information about what he was like
and what he did in his flying days. He passed on some years back. My name is Steve
Haggard and my email address is steveje@qwest.net.
Thanks to all of you.
* * *
IS
THERE ANYONE WHO KNOWS ANYTHING ABOUT A PLANE THAT THIS APPEARED IN 1950-1952.
THEY WERE FLYING OVER ENGLAND WHEN THEY WENT INTO A CLOUD AND ONE PLANE OUT OF
THE FLEET DISAPPEARED. 12 MEN WERE ON THIS PLANE NO WRECKAGE OR OIL SPILL WAS
FOUND. SOMEONE PLEASE LET US KNOW WERE TO LOOK FOR INFOR, REGARDING THIS MISHAP.
OUR FAMILY MEMBER WAS WALTER C. PAYTON .HE WAS THE LOWEST RANKING OFFICER ON THE
PLANE. HE WAS A TAIL -GUNNER. WALTER PAYTON WAS STATIONED AT A AIR FORCE BASE
IN MEXICO AT THE TIME THE PLANE DISAPPEARED. OR WAS GOING TO A BASE IN MEXCIO
WHEN THE PLANE DISAPPEARED. OUT OF A FLEET OF PLANES ONLY ONE DISAPPEARED IN THE
CLOUDS AND NEVER CAME OUT. WE CAN NOT UNDERSTAND HOW 12 U.S. PEOPLE COULD DISAPPEAR
AND NO-ONE KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THIS.
Traci.Robertson@mail.state.ky.us
* * *
Airplane crash - Yokota Japan in August 1964
My
dad & 5 or 6 crewmen were killed in Yokota Japan in August 1964 on a tanker
plan e I think. His name was Stf. Sarg. Jack L Callahan. I was only 12 years old.
My mom, two sisters and Brother and I were over there with him. I would like some
information obout this.
My dad was killed along with six other
men. There were four suvivors. I am wondering if they are still alive and where
they are. One of the suvivors come to our house the day after the crash and told
us what happened. We have always wondered what happened to him. My dad's name
was SSGT Jack L. Callahan. I was 12 years old when this happened. This
happened on Aug.13, 1964.The f our suvivors were l/LT Harold Freman serial
# A03117010, Capt.Richard H. Snyder #A03026173, MSGT Reuben W. BAER #AF2428623, Capt. George F. Ulmann #A53610A.
Thanks,
Kathy
My
e-mail address i s K-Robertson110@msn.com
* * *
Subject: Itazuke Air Base, Japan
I
am interested in any info you might have about Itazuke Air Base, near F ukuoka,
Japan, on the island of Kyushu. It was operated as a USAF installation in 1953
and 1954. I am pretty sure it is no longer a base. Any info would be appreciated.
thanks
Gary Braddock (Gary, please send us your e-mail or contact address
- Editor)
* * *
How could I find some
information on my father Major Jere W. Lottner? He was stationed at Cannon when
he was killed in an F-100F training accident on 23 March 1967. Is there a way
I can get an accident investigation report or any info on his career and accomplishments?
Thank
you for any information. Paul A. Lottner <pablolotto@aristotle.net>
* * *
New SAC Base Bomber - B36?
We
were stationed at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington in spring of 1952. My son
was born on the base in July of that year. My question for you is...when Fairchild
became a SAC base they received a new bomber. Is there any history of the base
at that time that I could get for my son? Was this bomber the B36? I will never
forget the sounds in the night of the bombers leaving the base, usually it was
about midnight. I did love that base! Any reply would be appreciated.
Juanita
D. Gripp / Juanita@grippinc.com
* * *
Information On The Minute Men
I have
a B/W photo of an air group named "THE MINUTE MEN". The photo is of
4 planes in formation and is signed by each pilot. Can anyone give me information
on the Minute Men?
Thank you.
Mike Young
/ MLYPSSC@aol.com
* * *
Training at Luke AFB;
Three years
ago the Air Force picked us up in a bus and took us to Luke from Ajo Arizona and
entertained us with a buffet lunch hosted by the IP's who answered all our questions.
We were shown a unit of F-16's that were owned and flown by Chinese, which I believe
were from Taiwan and were in training there. Am I correct in saying that they
were infact from Taiwan?
Thanks Jim / chipjim@prodigy.net
* * *
NAMES ON BOMBERS
Can
you tell me where I can find the list of names that were painted on the front
of the bombers? I have the name of the one that my uncle was on. It was the ROSE
OLIVE. I have a picture of the plane & crew. Can anyone help me? Contact me
at: ccaldrich@juno.com The picture that I
have is dated Feb 14 1944
thank you, charles e aldrich
* * *
warrant officer
Hi, Hope you can help
us with our little bar room debate. Did the Air Force have any warrant officer?
If so when did the last individual with this rank retire.
thanks
clay / Mangro0@aol.com
* * *
Looking for my father's 8th air force crew photos:
My
father flew his first tour of duty with the 92nd Bomb Group at Podington, England.
I am trying to find photos of the crew and have no success. My fathers name :
Ralph R. Barajas T/SSGT 18053342. If you have any information that I could use
please contact me .
Sherwas <sherwas@junct.com>
* * *
Looking for info.
Does
anyone know what happened to the 417th TFS, that was at Mt. Home AFB, ID. in the
70's?
Gary Olsen / Utah/Idaho MSC technician / 801-580-6925
(mobil) / 801-584-8102(desk)
* * *
Link
to Airforce Inns & Posts
Hey ,i was wondering if you could
give me a link or even a general direction as to where to look for all of the
airforce inns on posts, and with Space A flights??? thanks for any help
ski03@velocity.net
* * *
USAF in Japan in the 1950's
Need the
correct spelling and location of an AFB in Japan, re: "Tachikawa" or
something like that. Landed there in Aug 1950 enroute to Korea. Help, please.........
email
address: michael0642@ameritech.net
* * *
My dads records
Where would I find
information about my dads service history,,,someone told me that the USAF keeps
records in Colorado Springs????
jennifer <jenhill90@hotmail.com>
* * *
Old Jets
I
have been trying for sometime to find a place that sells old U.S.A.F jets .Just
for a display. Can you help me by pointing me in the right direction.
Thanks
Joe / joey@swko.net
* * *
today I am a captain with Lufthansa German Airlines,
who tries to remember the early days of his flying career. It would help very
much, if you could give me an idea, where to obtain videos of T-37 and T-38. On
these birds I started my initial training at Williams AFB, Arizona - 3526th Stud
Squad, Flight 66-B - in 1964. I would appreciate any hint concerning this matter.
Thanks in advance for your assistance. Best regards
Harald
M. Faecke / fadahasi@yahoo.de
* * *
Itazuke Air Base, Japan
I am trying
to get information about a Korean War era USAF base in Fukuoka, Japan. It was
part of the Fifth Air Force. I am pretty sure it is no longer in use, but would
like any info you might provide about its history. Thank you.
Gary
Braddock <gbscoop@msn.com>
* * *
Dear Sir,
My dad is retired USAF and on his discharge
papers under decorations, medals, badges, commendations: It reads: AMW/5 OLC;
EAMECM; ATM; WWIIVM; NDSM; AFRM; AFISA W/4 BR OLC (5 JAN 63). Can you decipher
these? I am doing a plaque and he (79) cannot remember what they stand for.
Thank you
Susan / SUESONSKIP@aol.com
* * *
Hello, I am looking for a documentary made in 1954 or55.
It is the eye of the typhoon.It was directed by Shu Taguchi. It was made with
the 56th WRS out of Yokato Air base Japan, the 54th Weather Recon Squadron . It
was about the cooperation between the AWS Typhoon warning service Japan and the
Central Meteorological Observatory. Any help you can give me is appreciated, thank
you
BumbleQueen@webtv.net
* * *
I would like to know if the insignia that I have seen
on T.V. ads is a new one for AF, or is it just for the ads? Is it available for
purchase as a shoulder patch ? I am an AF vet ('52-'60) . Thanks, Harry K. Brice
Response Appreciated.
Harry Brice <hkb41@msn.com>
* * *
I would be most grateful if you could tell me where I
can find a schedule for any upcoming airshows in or around Colorado Springs, CO,
and in VA.Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Thank You kindly,
Nancy
Roth <nroth@dday.org>
* * *
hello -- i am looking for info on anything about the
15th air force - 2nd BG 20th BS stationed in Italy from Nov-44 to April 45 --
my dad was a tail gunner on a b-17 - his asn is 18190263 s-SSGT Junior C Turknett
-- i would like to know what planes he flew in -- Tail # or name -- his plane
was shot down 12-2-44 over Blechhamer - on mission # 321 -- they all survived
and were returned to base to fly again -- are there any books that give details
of the flight missions -- also looking for his flight crew -- any info would be
appreciated --
Thanks
D Turk / DTurkNo9@aol.com
* * *
Yokota
I was stationed there 1972
-1974 , any chance of photos of the base , then and now . Other places of interest
are Johnson Family housing area and Tachikawa AB .
--- Kerry Keel / kekeel@earthlink.net
* * *
BASIC TRAINING SCHEDULE
Date: Sun, May 05 07:42
PM
My name is Laura Tipton and a very good friend of mine just
left for the Air Force ( 4/23/02) I am wanting to attend his graduation from BasicTraining
and heard there was a site I could visit to obtain this date. If anyone has any
information on this site please e mail me @ FLAMES21682@CS.COM.
Thank you in advance!! GOD SPEED to all USAF personnel!! UNITED WE STAND!!!!!!!!!!
Laura
Tipton
* * *
Military Hospital Records/
Burddrop Park, Swindon, England
April 26, 2002
Does anybody
know how to obtain medical records from the above base? The records I need pertaining
to my husband's illness were from 1956-1957. My husband was stationed at Upper
Heyford, England with the 3918th ABGP First ADS Squandron in 1954-1957. His name
is Captain
Charles J. Widmar. I would appreciate any reply from anyone who
may have known him?
Mary Widmar / scottw1977@msn.com
* * *
WWII Veterans - The Battle of Dunkirk.
Hello.
My name is Brandi Gilbertson, and I am currently attending Augusta High School,
in Augusta, WI. For school, we are having a big assembly to honor WWII veterans.
Each grade has been assigned a section of WWII. The Freshman Class has The Battle
of Dunkirk. If you could help me find a WWII veteran that was involved in it,
I would love to hear what their experience was like. And with their permission,
present it to the school, and the community. Thanks.
Brandi
Gilbertson <dolphinluvr2005@aol.com>
* * *
Air Force One Picture
At one time I had a picture of the old AF 1 (707-353B). It was a 8x10 photo.
And I missed placed it. I would like also to get the new AF1(747). about the same
size 8x10. I would like to frame them for my grandsons. Any idea how I could get
copies?
Thank you,
David Herbstrith / 30304 Wildview Rd
/ Bovey Mn 55709 /<dherb@paulbunyan.net>
Ex Airforce
1955/1959
* * *
TAC Patch
I
was enlisted in the USAF from 1971-1975. I was primarily stationed at
TAC
airbases and would like to obtain a TAC patch. Can you direct me to a
location
to obtain the old patches. I have been told that they no longer issue the old
TAC patches. Please E-Mail me any information that you have.
Thanks, TL
Thomas.Lumpkin@JMFamily.com
Tom
Lumpkin, Sergeant (Holloman AFB 1971-1973) / (Takhli RTAFB)
Incirlik CDI Turkey1973-1974
/ MacDill AFB 1974-1975
* * *
Do you
know why the U-2 spy plane is not active in the USAF? My dad said it was a very
fast plane that was invented a long time ago. How come there is not many planes
with bleed- turbojets? If you wanted a fast fighter it would do the job wouldn't
it?
Why isn't there any more planes with the design of the F-117 Night
hawk.
Email me at neugenis@hotmail.com
Thank You, Mike!!
* * *
Airforce
passout ring?
I have been left a ring in a friends will. From
what I understand, it is a 1945 US Airforce Passout ring. It is quite worn but
appears to have an eagle atop a column with 19 and 45 either side of the column.
It also has two diagonal stripes running from top left to bottom right. It appears
to be white, rose and yellow gold. Inside the ring it is stamped 10KJOSTEN and
has the initials LHR. Can anybody confirm for me what this ring is please.
Many thanks.
Iamgavinwilson@aol.com
* * *
Galaxy or Starlifter?
Hi
there, I have a simple question you might be able to answer. I am currently serving
with the transport division of the Danish Armed Forces, and the other day we hauled
some goods for the US Navy from Aalborg to Frederikshavn (both are in Denmark).
It was mainly the personal items of some Navy crew, but also included a massive
10-ton+ pressure chamber. All in all we loaded AT LEAST 40 tonnes, but probably
more like 50 or 60.
My question is this: which plane was it
that delivered the stuff?. My sergeant claimed that the plane was a C141b Starlifter,
but as far as I know 40 tonnes is in excess of the Starlifters load capacity,
and would require something like a Galaxy instead. Having seen neither of the
two in real life
I have a hard time telling them apart - all I know is that
the plane was absolutely gigantic, and way bigger than our own Hercules. It had
the words "Air Mobility Command" written just beneath the cockpit, on
the underbelly of the plane. It´s not that big a deal, but I´d like
to know it anyway - call me a fact freak if you will. Hope to hear from you.
Yours
Andreas
Bøttger, Denmark <serrarion@hotmail.com>
* * *
Capt. Ed Murphy
Hello.....
I just bought a Time-Life book, "The Power and the Glory; An Illustrated
History of the United States Military." In it appears the following (pp 115-116):
"The Air Force ... would bequeath an enduring morsel of American social commentary
when, in 1949, Capt. Ed Murphy, an engineer at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
in Ohio working on crash-research testing, was struck withone of the immutable
insights of the age: Whatever possibly can go wrong,will."
I
first read about "Murphy's Law" in the late 1950s when I would read
my dad's "Astounding Science Fiction"; the letters page was filled with
commentary on Murphy's Law by scientists and engineers. In later years, at the
University of Minnesota and during 27 years with MnDOT as an
engineering technician,
I found Capt. Murphy's insight to be one of the truest statements ever uttered
about the real world. In my opinion, the man deserves a high-ranking decoration
for the articulation of this "law of the perversity of inanimate matter."
Is
there anyone out there who may have known Captain Murphy and can verify that it
was he who made the statement? Or -- is it true that (as a Corollary to The Law
says) "Murphy's Law was not propounded my Murphy, but by another man of the
same name"?
Please contact: robertgwirth@usfamily.net with any relevant info, corollaries, personal
experiences with The Law, etc.
Thank you very much!
Bob Wirth
* * *
Hi
There:
I've been trying to be creative in my internet search
for details on an air show in Atlanta this year (2002) I can't seem to get there.
Can you help with contact information or dates/schedules of any known events?
P.S.
I know I'm way behind the news here, but SOOOOOO delighted that we honored Bob
Hope with The Spirit of Bob Hope. I can't think of a more deserving civilian.
He's my favorite "American" (though he is not a native)!!! Kudos to
MD and the US government for this recognition. : )
P.S.S. -
Thank you for keeping our neighbors and our nation safe! Nearly 230 years and
only three attacks.....what does that tell you about American commitment and integrity?
Rock on!
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU and GOD Bless America!
Best
Regards, Lisa Grass <EGrass@yankelovich.com>
* * *
Question About Retired Aircraft
- with the 9th Tac Recon. Sqdn.Ground
Looking for an old airforce
friend. She was painted black with a checkerd tail, had two P&W R-2800 engines.
The last three numbers on the tail were 317.She was last stationed at Shaw AFB,
Sumpter, S.C. in 1955 with the 9th Tac Recon. Sqdn.Ground crew was, Kamp, Gunnels,
Harrison, Seleski, Barrett... Anyone knowing anything about any of the A-26 aircraft
based at Shaw AFB Sumpter S.C. in 1955 ( 9th TAC RECON ). Please contact me at
< rodeb@pine-net.com >
Rod Barrett
* * *
REGARDING INFORMATION
FROM ANYONE STATION AT TON SON NHUT AFB AND UBON THAILAND
Hi
My Name is Robert G. Cooper i was station at Ubon Thailand Air Force Base May
24 1972 to may 25 1973 I was a Sgt assigned to the 8th FMS I was sent TDY to TON
SON KHUT Air Base Vietnam......It would behelpful if anyone was in Thailand at
this particular time. i am having a hard time getting verification from the miliatary
recoirdssection, and also Randolf Air Force Base Headquarters Air Force Personnel
Center. My AFSC was Hydraulics anf Pnuematics C-130's. If anyone has any information
as to how to recieve verification of military records when you are sent TDY to
Vietnam. Thank you very much....God Bless
QuietWarrior129@aol.com
* * *
Information on John D. Logan's service during WWII (1944-1945
specifically)
I am searching for any information regarding
John D. Logan's (my grandfather) service during WWII (1944-1945 specifically).
He was a 1st Lt. with the 9th Air Force, 3rd Radio Squadron (Mobile) working for
the OSS as an intelligence man mainly in France, Belgium, and toward the end of
his duty in Germany.
Thanks.
SEPPIFLAN@cs.com
* * *
F16/Skull & Crossbones?
Hi Tom...
I sometimes see F16's on TV that have a scull & crossbones painted on the
tail. I have searched and searched the internet, and even called our closest airbase,
Shaw AFB, to ask them. Their closest guess was that those F16's are in a squadron
based in Korea, but they were not sure.
Do you know where they
are stationed/located? I would really like to find some high quality photos on
the internet of those F16s.
Thanks,
Chuck
McCorkle / Lexington, SC - chuck@tsisc.com
* * *
Anyone know the Civil Engineering Creed?
Civil
Engineering Creed - At some time in my early years in the Air Force I heard about
the Air
Force Civil Engineering Creed. I am trying to get a copy of this document.
One of the lines goes like this: "we do so much with so few and so much with
so much less.
James J. Wimbley / james.wimbley@usaa.com
* * *
I, am a former Marine and these are inquires for a friend
that was in the Air Corps/Force. Would appreciate any information you can supply.
The gentleman believes he was awarded the DFC but needs to find out more. The
following information is provided: Name: Charles Rosevear
ServiceNumber: "GIVEN
ON REQUEST" / Unit: 5th Air Force, 345th BombGroup, B25 Medium Bombers. Flew
35 missions and has 5 AirMedals. TechSergeant. Says he was awarded the DFC and
it was posted on the bulletin board was not allowed to return to get the notice
as he had received his orders and was waiting transport home. Would like any information
you can possibly provide. Maybe another location to further look into this matter.
Thank
You
Richard Osborn <cocker@epix.net>
* * *
Ribbons And Medals
I am Currently
looking for a book or information that could tell me, what each ribbon means and
how it is properly placed in order. I herited my Great Uncles Air Force belongings,
and just before his Wife past away, she Took everything apart. I am trying to
set up a display for him and thinking about donated he's things to March Air Force
Museum. Can you please Help..
Clinton Smith / Chracing@aol.com
* * *
Looking for Information:
On Father, Robert J. (Bob) Jones & 21st. Weather Squadron
My
father's name was Robert J. (Bob) Jones. At the time of his discharge in early
1946, he was a Sgt. in the 21st. Weather Squadron, which I believe was in the
9th. Air Force. He was drafted 1943, and after basic, had school in Illinois at
Chanute Field. There was also training of some sort in Miami, Fl.
Subsequently,
he went overseas, initially in England, then France and Germany by the end of
the war.
Any information on how to get more detailed information
on his tour with the USAAF would be greatly appreciated.
One
story he told me was about the C47 pilot and squadron C.O. who, being fed up with
the locals in Chartres, and their attitude about Americans, made a final gesture
of Yankee defiance to the local populace when the outfit moved east into Germany.It
seems the town officials were very concerned about damage to their world famous
twin-towered Cathedral, maintaining that vibrations from aircraft engine noise
was damaging the antique structure. Additionally, it was requested that the approach,
departure, and local patterns be altered to give the Cathedral a wide berth, making
headaches for the guys in ops in general. It seems there was also a fear that
some pilot might get carried away with "flat-hatting", victory rolls,
etc., and do some damage. The story goes that this C47 jock departed by banking
his aircraft into a 90 degree angle of bank while passing BETWEEN the twin Cathedral
towers as a way of saying "Thanks for the French hospitality". My Dad
also informed me that this exuberant pilot later became chief pilot for United
Airlines. Any information on the story, the weather squadron, or my Dad would
be greatly appreciated. Dad was killed in Feb. 1983, and I never had the opportunity
to talk much with him about his time in the war, which he was extremely reticent
about, in spite of the fact that he was a groundpounder and wasn't traumatized
from any sort of combat. My attempts to find information on the 21stWeather Squadron
have proved unsuccessful to this point.
Dave Jones / djones@dotnet.com
* * *
looking for gulf war penpals: MSGT Jeff Sutton
Date: Tue, Jun 04 06:22 PM
I don't know if this can be posted
or anyone would know if MSGT Jeff Sutton- last address at Tinker Air Force
Base came home safely? Also,i believe another was army,but stationed at Macdill
AFB in Florida then deployed to Riyadh-Luis Matienzo-had previously been assigned
to Heidelberg.
Thanks,Carrie Hannula / RHCH532@aol.com
* * *
WW2 8th. AAC.-339th.FTR.GRP
WOULD
LIKE TO HEAR FROM MEN IN 339th.FTR.GRP. STATIONED AT FOWLMERE,ENGLAND IN WW2.
ESPECIALLY MEN THAT WERE IN THE BAND CALLED THE ( ROCKETEERS OR THAT WER IN THE
PLAY CALLED ( PICCADILLY FROLLICS ) BOB VERNON EMAIL IS ( IRMRRADIO8@AOL.COM ) THANK YOU
* * *
Wings for Grandpa
My
name is Joshua and I am looking for a photo for my grandpa. He flew in ww2 out
of YAAF. I have located the orignal wings, however, he doesn't want me to "free
hand the design. I am a tattoo artist and he would like me to tattoo his wings
on him. The problem is that he wants the exact design or photo, "picture"
of the wings for me to tattoo him. If you could find me a picture of the wings
I would be grateful. Thank you, Josh. You can e mail me at rpholden23@aol.com.
* * *
Duty Station in Vietnam
Can anyone
tell me the Air Force Communications Service Comm. Center at Tan
Son Nhut
AB, RVN in 1969-70? (eg., 1901st., 2135th., 4624th. spt. gp.,...). All info will
be valuable.Thanks.
Gene / Gpelkey@aol.com
* * *
To Whom It May Concern:
I was wondering
if you could assist me in locating some Navigation websites. I am entering OTS
this July, and I would like to research some information before I leave.
Thank
You,
Kim Kowalsky / KRKowalsky@aol.com
* * *
A book
Date: Tue,
Jun 25 10:23 PM
Am looking for a book about the 497th Bomb
Group -- B-29s. Title is The Long Haul. Author is Horton or Norton.. To buy or
to borrow. Uncle was co-pilot on Jan.14, 1945 raid. Vanished whlie returning to
Saipan. JRW / Jkwatelk@cs.com
* * *
Hello, I am looking for any info. on Air Force manning
issues. And the causes and effects it has on the Air Force. Or any site or any
other place that I could find the needed information. Thanks, Sherry Walkup....Surq@hotmail.com
* * *
My name is Matt Barr
a firefighter at the RSW airport. Those of us at the airport would appreciate
an "up-to-date" TO 00-105E-9 of your planes. Also, we would like to
have the same for the Navel planes if possible. Thank you for your efforts.
Sincerely,
Matt Barr~ <mgbarr@swfia.com>
* * *
Looking For Records of Deceased Father and Father- In
Law - Can anyone help him?
Hello, I am the son of a retired
and deceased Air Force officer : Col. Albert E. Burkhalter .. He entered the military
approx. 1942. I know he mentioned flying transports ( pilot ) into Germany after
the war. I have been trying to find info. ( records ) on him from the Air Force
on the internet but when I fill in his name for searches, nothing comes back..
I have the
same problem with my wife's father ( also Air Force about the
same time ) : James George Elliott .. Is there any info. that you might have that
would make my search more eventful? I would certainly appreciate it... Thanks
again,
Roger A. Burkhalter / ROGER2221@aol.com
* * *
B-17 Flying Fortress - 'Meltin' Pot'
Hello,I
am looking for information on a B-17 Flying Fortress called the 'Meltin' Pot'
, Captain WIlliam Melton. It was forced to ditch in Lough Foyle, Donegal, Ireland
in 1942.n The 12 crew on board escaped. It is believed that the plane was on a
delivery run from Boeing in the US to a Royal Air Force Base near Thurley in Southern
Britain. Any information about its history/ crew/ whereabouts of the crew now
would be gratefully accepted.Thank you,
Catherine O'Mahoney / comahon@hotmail.com
* * *
Birth records
I am trying to find
out How I can obtain birth records for my step daughter. She was born in Bitburg
or Spangdalem airbase in germany in 80 or 81. Her mom is a permanent alien resident
of the states. The father was an airforce person and so was her stepdad. The mom
came to the states and married the father but his name was never listed on the
records and her step daugher has lived with the fathers dad until she turned 21.
She has no records of anything so she can prove her status. anyone can help please!
thankyou .
Jack Motz / email: ssgmotz@yahoo.com
* * *
To WhomThis May Concern:
I
am trying to locate my mother's parents. I am not sure if this is where I need
to look. My mother is from Korea. She lost her parents during the Korean War.
The soldiers took her away from her mother and put her in an orphanage. My mother
was only 6 years old at this time and she remembers very little. Please let me
know if this site can help. I will be glad
to supply more information if this
is the correct site. Thank you.
Barbara / Bjpurcell@aol.com
* * *
. I am looking for information
and photo's of the aircraft flown by Gen. Landon during WWII. He was flying one
of the B-17's that was flying into Hawaii on the morning of Dec 7, 1941. And remained
with the Army Air Command flying a B-24 (Pacific Tramp). I am interested in the
Nose Art of the aircraft he was flying.
2. His son-in-law flew in the
USAF and I am interested in finding photo's/descriptions of the squadrons he was
assigned to: 2 Fighter Wing (F-80's and T-33's), the 514th Fighter Wing (F-86D's),
and he also flew in Viet Nam the gunship C-47 (The Reluctant Lady) during 1965-1968.
Any information or references for the Nose Art and Squadron Markings would
be greatly appreciated.
Please send the information to: theodore.j.thomas@worl
dnet.att.net
* * *
request of
information
I am an italian historical investigator, interested
to the happened aerial combats in mantovani skies during the Second World war.
Regarding news serves me a discover of a twin-engine plane Amaerican of the P38
type, pulled down in goes them of the Po and, just, in locality Cavallara (Viadana)
in province of Mantova.
The recovery document is dated 16/02/44,
but the discouragement has happened in date 14/02/44. I try, morover, news of
the corbonated dead pilot of which it has not been possible to assess of the identity.
The apparatus in issue was, probably of 82nd FIGHTER GROUP of the base of Foggia
(Italy).
Please EMAIL REPLY: desanti2@interfree.it
Thanks,
Marco Desanti / Curtatone (MN)
* * *
Bi-planes
- Date: Wed, Jul 03 02:23 PM
Where are the guns mounted on
the bi-planes flown in the wars?
Erwinhills@aol.com
* * *
Holman Air Field, St.
Paul, Minn.
Hello: My Dad, now deceased, worked as a
civilian on B-24's around 1943-44 at Holman Field in St. Paul. Minn. I am interested
in finding any information from that time frame and anyone who might have known
him. His name was Donald J. Frarck Please respond to Gary D. Frarck, email: maakai@coyotenet.net
Thank
you!!
* * *
Looking for Patch: 68th
fighter squadron vietnam
My name is chris .my brother and I
are looking for a patch of the 68th fighter squadron. the patch has a black knight
riding lightning bolts. we believe they we're called the lighting lancers. our
uncle served in the air force and retired a Lt. Col. Since he has past on, my
brother and I been trying to collect all the squadron patches that he flew with.
Anyone with information to find this patch please email me at Derekwildstar28@aol.com.
thank
you
* * *
b-17 "Five Grand
I
was a service member of the oversea during WWII and have seen a article in Life
Mag. about 5 grand and was looking for any info and pictures on this plane.I was
there when she flew in to England and wouldlike to get a copy of Life's mag. article
on this plane
Thank You, Lee Hamons / virginia@ykc.com
* * *
Need Help
Date: Mon, Jul
29 08:06 AM
Im an italian historical researcher, i need your
help. With my friends, we are looking for the crash sites of allied planes,that
were shot down in my province (Reggio Emilia, north Italy) in 1944-45. If anyone
can provide me any information, my E-mail is: cusna@katamail.com
Many thanks to all
Michele Becchi
* *
*
Plymouth, UK 1944/5
Anyone have any information
on forces in Plympton Plymouth area of UK in 1944/5 please? Information would
be greatly appreciated. Could be usaf or possible 29th regiment. Sorry its vague!
k
southgate / C/O - folland <folland@ntlworld.com>
* * *
My name is John White. i
was an A/1C in the 774th Troop Carrier Squadron in the Phillipines in 1961. You
might remember me as a Golf player.
I need verification for
VA purposes that i served with the unit at that time and that we touched down
in Vietnam to deliver ammunition. Any help that anyone can give me concerning
this matter will be greatly
appreciated.
Thank You,
John <cococats@cqc.com>
* * *
How can I buy 8x10 photos of Air Force planes by mail?
Particularly the B-1?
Thanks, Anthony Parr / tonyparr@worldnet.att.net
* * *
Air Mobility Command
I have recentley
purchased an Air Force Combat Uniform top from a Military Surpluse store and it
had 2 patches on them. One said Air Mobility Command and the other said 143d Airlift
Wing. If anybody had any information that could provide as a history behind the
patches, i would be very grateful.
Email me @ Thedon381@aol.com.
~C
* * *
WW II - DD214
I
have a copy of my father's DD214 from WW II he was discharged in 1946. The problem
is that I cannot read the individual field titles/headers. The information itself
is fairly clear but I can't make out what some of the information is in regard
to. Would anyone have a clear copy or be able to tell me what information is represented
in each box.
Thanks.
Please respond to : uncy14k9@yahoo.com
* * *
To anyone that knows -
Does the USAF
give special waivers to recruits for certain medical conditions that may otherwise
prevent them from enlisting? I know the Navy does. The Army, I hear, is pretty
strict health wise. Please, anyone, get back to me if you know the answer to my
question.
RUNNERORTIZ@aol.com
* * *
54th air service group
Thank you for
your time....my father died the day after thanksgiving of last year. i found a
picture book of his time in india. i cannot get any info on his time in the
service or about any of his pictures. one picture is of him in a b25 mitchell
with the name satchel on the nose. the other is of him standing under a sign that
says 54th air sv. group bakery . do you know where the unit came from or where
they were assigned in india . i do know he flew the berna hump and he was a machnic/baker/cook/infentry
in at least 3 of the services. theadore r downs. was his name but i am not sure
how to get any files of any of the men he might have served with. any help would
be very helpful.
terri holland/rich / EDWARD RICH <plcrh@PRODIGY.NET>
* * *
Track and Field??
Hello, I'm currently
enrolled in the AFROTC program at my university. I have been running track for
the past three years. This is my last year of ROTC and running. I want to continue
my career in track and field while serving on active duty. How do I go about trying
out or whatever to be a member of the Air Force track team? Do I inquire about
this after I get to base? If anyone has any information please contact me immediately.
Thanks, Smittie Harvey <smittieh@netzero.net>
* * *
Request contact with my son a.s.a.p.
Info: Shawn
M. Taylor, A1C / 92nd A.G.S. / Home Base: Fairchild A.F.B.
CURRENT DEPLOY/TDY
DIEGO GARCIA
Having difficult time managing his auto loan
with bank. Storage waiver to expire on auto Sept. 30. Bank will apply a ridiculous
Insurance fee to loan, if I can not produce documents proving extended deployment.
Need power of attorney(to act in his behalf) and copy of orders. AC1 Taylor can
fax to me @ 702-656-0038. Tried, with little success, to go through base and contact
"First Shirt" and did not want to contact Wing Commander over this minor
matter. Can you assist? Please respond or give me direction. I have been waiting
for his next satellite call from Diego Garcia.
--- Bruce Taylor / --- acetaylorlv@earthlink.net
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B17 "Sweet Seventeen - Date: Sun, Sep 08 01:26 PM
At
the start of W.W.II I was a seven year old girl living within hearing range of
the AVRO Woodford Aeroplane facility, in Cheshire, England. My mother, an American
from Waukegan, Illinois, USA and father, English, lived fairly close to Woodford
also. (That's material enough for a book right there!).
It
was a proud moment for us all when my Uncle Richard Kaymen, also of Waukegan,
Illinois was stationed with the Eight Air Force in England and came to visit our
house from wherever he was stationed. Unfortunately, now my parents and uncle
are all dead and I am too late in getting the full
history.
I
do know that he was a group navigator on the "Sweet Seventeen" B17 and
he did live to made it back to the US. Deo Gratias. I don't believe a day comes
to a close when I don't contemplate the
magnificent contributions made to
Freedom during those dark, dark days. I now live in the US and have for a long
time -- have visited Duxford and the very beautiful memorial to the US heroes
who died and the planes that were lost. I thought it a very striking memorial.
My
admiration for the RAF is unbounded and Mr. Churchill equally. I am looking for
a source for memorabilia, such as good recreated bomber jackets, patches, enamel
plane pins. I have collected some at various air museums, but have not found a
bomber jacket. Has anyone any ideas? I have a Spitfire patch and Lancaster bomber
patch and various other planes, but no squadron types of shoulder and chest insignia.
I love your web pages, and the RAF has some terrific sites too.
Thanks
for any info.
Patricia Moss / RPMoss1@cs.com
* * *
F-14 - Planes
Where are the F14 planes?
I don't hear about them any more! Are those planes still in use?
Andrei
Cristian Dumy <csdumy@home.ro>
* * *
Subject: 96th bmw
usaf 83-87.
- I was in the 96 bmw/heavy, and on our sqadron patches was the phrase "esemprol'ora"
There is some question on the meaning of that latin phrase. Can you answer?
THANKS,
randy avery / 83-87 / sgt. usaf / 96th bmw/heavy / RandyPlano@aol.com
* * *
Hello, Thank you for your
time. My name is Roger Burkhalter. I am looking for any and all records of service,
awards, etc. that are available for my deceased father who spent over 23 yrs.
with the USAF ( USAAF ).. I believe he enlisted in 1943 from Baytown, Tx. ( harris
county ) or Houston, Tx. ( Harris co. ).. He attended Texas A&M college prior
to that. He was stationed in the following locations that I know of : Houston,
Tx., Harlingen, Tx., Okinawa ( Kadena AFB ), and Vacaville, Ca.
He
was a pilot and retired around 1960 at the rank of Lt. Col. .. I do not have his
service number.. Any help that you can give me would be greatly appreciated.
Name
: Albert Edward Burkhalter born : 11-02-1919 ? / death : 02-02-1982
Baytown,
Tx. / Phoenix, Az.
Thank You, Roger A. Burkhalter
* * *
Operation Southern Watch Contact Person
I
am trying to locate the proper contact person to request four (4) AMERICAN FLAGS
FLOWN OVER HOSTILE SKIS OF IRAQ. by pilot Lt. Col. USAF J. Bryan "Clam"
Bearden, Commander 363d Operation Southern Watch in an F-16 Fighting Falcon. Any
info would bed greatly appreciated! Keep up the good work guys. We're thinking
of you always.
God Bless America
M Edwards / me.edwards
<me.edwards@netzero.net>
* * *
Need information about Plane crash - Offutt AFB 1958
Offutt
AFB 1958 - Happened sometime during the summer. The plane came off runway and
crashed on Offutt golf course, killing pilot? I need info to help verify my VA
claim. Please contact Rcarr10422@Aol.com
* * *
US AIF FORCE TARTAN/KILT
Greetings,
I am trying to identify what the different colors represent on the Air Force Kilt.
A friend of mine is putting together a shadow box for her father (retired AF)
with the AF tartan as the backround. His birthday is Saturday 12 OCT. Can you
help.
Thanks, Jeff Green / Kaj5555@aol.com
* * *
B-17 Automatic Pilot - Anyone have Installation Manual
Someone
out there must have a copy of installation manual with wiring diagram for Honeywell
Type C-1 Automatic Pilot. There were thousands. Somebody must have saved one that
I could buy or copy. Please contact me. E-mail CBWJr2@aol.com
Thanks
Chester Watts / Watts Antenna Co / 703 239 8117 / fax 703 239 1996 /
* * *
Canards
I was wondering why there
aren't many planes that use canards instead of the normal horizontal stabilizer.
Can you tell me why this is? Thanks. Johnpilot117@aol.com
* * *
Looking for An Original '50-'60's Blue, stenciled Air
Force Blanket
Good afternoon, I am looking for an original
Air Force blanket that was issued in the 50s and 60s. It's the same as the green
Army blanket that we all know except it's blue and has USAF stenciled on it. Some
of them do not have the stenciling though. I'm in need of one that is stenciled
and in good condition and not faded. If you can help me, please email me at jonima@bunt.com
Please make your subject: Air Force Blanket. Thanks!
Lewis,
John TSgt USAFE CSS/SCIT
* * *
My
husband was in the Air Force from 1963 thru 1967. During that time, he was stationed
at Lackland AFB, Sheppard AFB, and finally Carswell AFB. [Yes, to his surprise,
he never left the state of Texas!!] During this time, there was an Air Force recruitment
ad (poster) circulating which featured a close-up view of an unshaven pilot, wearing
goggles, cigarette dangling from mouth etc. The caption at the bottom read: "Sleep
tight; your Air Force is awake." I would like very much to obtain a print
of this recruitment ad. If you know of any websites etc. that offer this item,
please respond to me at pokiegump@att.net.
THANK
YOU. Clint Labarthe
* * *
Subject:
Strategic Air Command / Sun, Dec 01 10:46 PM
How ouick we are
to forget our great commands like SAC,which I was a member of for over 20 years.also
no data on the B-47 days at castle AFB. I am looking for any data you may have
on the Strategic Air Command of the past. Thank you ever so much, Maybe you have
links to the past commands.
T/Sgt(USAFRET) James L Sorensen
9725 E 1st Street / Tucson Az, 85748
E-Mail / Wildcathq@aol.com
* * *
Looking for Information on X24A Airplane
Dear
Sir's
I would appreciate any information you could provide me on the X24A
airplane.I have seen just one photo of this plane and would like more pictures
if possible. Thank You
Respectfully Yours
Paul J Nenno
/ Email= PinknShoo@Worldnet.Att.Net
(72 Jolanda Cir.Venice Isle est. Venice Fl. 34292 )
* *
*
Looking for Information on Widow's Home -
I
am trying to get information on Air Force Widows home in Ft. Walton, FL. Can you
help me?
Thanks, Henry Valliere, USAF Ret. / HValley36@aol.com
* * *
"Tin Whiskers:a case
study"
To whom it may concern,
I am
a fourth year student at Mcmaster University in Canada and I am doing a report
on Tin whiskers.
I got referenced to a paper from USAF by M.E.
McDowell,"Tin Whiskers:a case study" and I was wondering if there is
any way i can get this paper electronically or info as to where i can get it.
Thank you very much for your help.
Randy Balkaran <balkarrc@muss.cis.mcmaster.ca>
* * *
PILOT RANK
Dear Sirs,
What is
the lowest rank of pilot that has flown Air Force One with the President aboard?
Thanks in advance for any info,
Larry / <blambias@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
* * *
Aircraft Nose Art Date: Sun,
Dec 01 10:46 PM
Curious to find pictures, posters or web sites
of world war 2 aircraft nose art. If you could help it would be greatly appreciated.
Currently visited v.f.w booth at county fair, they had a poster of nose art entitled
w.w.II nose art. They said it was sent to them by goverment and not for sale.
Fell in love with one piece called "sleepy time" THANK YOU.
ROBI
C/O DEBBIE MCDOWELL <debnrobmcdowell@msn.com>
* * *
Test Flight -
Dear
Sir, I'm from Turkish Air Force Cap. Mete ÇATAKOÐLU. I'm investigating
about Air Force Regulation for Operational Test and Checks Flight.(Espacially
for cargo air crafts) I have searched on your web side but I couldn't find. If
you send it by email or let me know where I can find on the internet I'll be grateful.
Thank you for your interest
Mete ÇATAKOÐLU / Airforce
Maintenance Cap.<mcatakoglu@posta.oyak.com.tr>
* * *
To whom it may concern -
I used to
be stationed at Hellenikon AB in Greece. I was in the 7206 Security Police Squadron.
I was wondering if there are any pictures of the base in the archives so that
I can show my family. Thank you.
Kimberly S. Roll /. Kroll311@aol.com
* * *
90th bomb group ( h ) 1942-1945
I'm
trying to find out if this group is still active. i'd like to get a picture of
the new patch.What type of plane did the 90th fly? What was their record? I work
with wood and I want to make a plaque using lazor print.
Steve
Resco / WOODCUTER02@aol.com
* * *
F101 "Voodoo Plane," Amarillo AFB
I
was stationed at Amarillo AFB in 1968. There was an F101 Voodoo on display at
the base. Does anyone know what ever became of that plane? The base closed in
1968, 6 mos after I left.
Thank you. // L Keiser SGT USAF RET
/ Ferlenarab@aol.com
* * *
58th Aerospace Rescue & Recovery Squadron
Does
any one have any information on the 58th ARRS based at Wheelus,AB, Triopli, Libya.
Need a web site address of the 58th. helicopter unit
Thank you,
paulrgarza@aol.com
* * *
US Air war in Vietnam
Hi
I'm 15 years old, studying the US war in Vietnam. I was especially interested
in exploring the air battles there. Can anyone direct me as to where I can find
some material about this issue? Thank you for the support
Yaron Ben Shoshan
, for reply pls write to: dalia@lesley.ac.il
* * *
Furniture flights ...Spain to
Germany
I was being air evac'ed from Spain to Germany ( 1969).
I was watching the blue cheese box ambulances back up to the plane at Terijhon
(sp?). When they loaded my stretcher, I was one of two patients on a plane load
of furniture. Did anyone else experience any of this?
Ugene LaBorie <genenc@inteliport.com>
* * *
Prum, 1962
I am looking for anyone
who would have info or photos of Prum Germany 1962. My father was in 603rd AC&W.
I would love to learn more.
Jan <sweetprecious40@prodigy.net>
* * *
58th ARRS
Need information on the
58th ARRS that was based at Wheelus AB Libya.
Thank you. Paulrgarza@aol.com
* * *
Dear USAF,
I would appreciate it if you would tell
me how I can become apart of Civil Air Patrol, and where the closest location
would be near Bailey Colorado. Any other information would be appreciated. My
e-mail address is flyaway_162003@msn.com.
Thank you.
-Corene
* * *
Looking
for info on the 33rd Mobile Repair and Reclamation
Date: Tue, Jan 21 04:15
PM
My Grandfather, Robert Hickle, was part of the 9th Air Force,
33rd MR and R. He was in England in '43 and went to France during the Battle of
the Bulge. While he was in England he designed a dolley for moving aircraft and
gliders. An article was written about this dolley in "Plane Facts"magazine.
I would like to locate a copy of the magazine and get a copy of the article to
give to him. Thanks for any help you can give.
Thanks
Linscott Michelle N SSgt // michelle.linscott@ohmans.ang.af.mil
* * *
Subject: Old Unit / Date: Wed, Jan 29 03:48 PM
I'm
an ex C-141 A Crew Chief from the Viet Nam era. I'm trying to find out what happened
to the 602 OMS at Travis AFB. Is it still alive, etc. Any help will be appreciated.
Matt
Birdsong <MBirdsong@emiok.com
* * *
WWII Air Gunners
I am for a book The
Men Who Manned The Turrets trying to contact men of the USAAF who served as air
gunners during WWII, can you help?
Alan Cooper RAF Historian
and Author <coopdams30@tesco.net>
* * *
Reunion? - 20th AF, 19th
Bomb Group WWII, Guam
I was speaking last night to a member
at the church where I preach. He said he had never been to a reunion of his unit.
I was wondering if you knew about one. 20th AF, 19th Bomb Group WWII, Guam. Thank
you very much for your help, Scot Harris // scot_harris@yahoo.com
* * *
TOOK A HOP FOR FUN AND ENDED UP IN VIETNAM
LOOKING
FOR ANYONE THAT COULD GIVE INFORMATION - HUSBAND HOPPED A FLIGHT OUT OF BARKSDALE
AIRFORCE BASE ABOUT END OF MARCH 1970 OR EARLY APRIL 1970 ON A KC-131 HEADED TO
GUAM AND ENDED UP IN DANANG VIETMAN. WE ARE TRYING TO APPLY FOR HIS DISABILITY
BENEFITS AND NEEDED A LITTLE HELP - IF ANYONE CAN GIVE US ANY INFORMATION REGARDING
FIRE BASE 187 IT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. HIS NAME IS RONALD M. ROBERTS
--- Connie Roberts --- connie71446@earthlink.net
* * *
Can anyone help? Date: Thu,
Feb 20 09:16 AM
I'm interested in any correspondence with Maj.
Jeffrey S. Tice (USAF). I requested a USAF POW bracelet during the Desert Storm
operation in 1991. Maj. Tice was a POW as of 31 Jan. 1991. I'm not sure if he
is retired now or not, but I would like for him or his family to have his bracelet.
It would mean a lot to me to be able to return this to him. If anyone can help
me with this I would be in their debt. My name is Chuck Bowlin. Thanks in advance!
Hm.
Phone:(864) 963-2471 // E-Mail: cjcbowli@concentric.net
* * *
Looking for: radio-operator Lawrence Jensen and gunner,
Lloyd Best.
Dear Sirs!
My name is Jerker Magnusson and i live in the south
of Sweden. Very close to my home an american B-17 went down on the
7th of october 1944 at approx.2:30 pm local time after have been bombing
in Germany. Two of the crew survived the crash; radio-operator Lawrence
Jensen and gunner Lloyd Best. I am interested in what happened two
these two men. Did they survive the war? Are they alive? If not is
it possible to get in contact with their relatives? What were the
crews mission? (it can´t still be classified,or is it?) How
many missions did the plane do?
My curiosity woke
when a piece of the aircraft was found in a henhouse. I believed the farmer must
have kept the piece (a door) since aluminium was extremely rare on the Swedish
countryside in the nineteen forties.
Please give me some respond
about these matters. USAF are welcome to come here and claim their property. Otherwise
I can hold on to it on your behalf until someone of you pass by.
Yours
truly, Jerker Magnusson <jerker.magnusson@alfa.telenordia.se>
