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Friday, 5th March 2010 8:53:43 PM |
Name: Herman Kunes |
Squadron: VMF-214& VMF(533)N |
Message: My two participating Squadrons during WW2 as Plane Captain. Later surprised to learn each were the leading day and nightime leaders of the Marine Air Corps Major Bailey was CO of 214 and Major Keller while I was with them. Love to hear of any future reunions. I am located in Langhorne, Pa. at age 85 |
Tuesday, 2nd March 2010 10:33:26 PM |
Name: John Hills |
Squadron: VMA(AW) 533 |
Message: S/sgt Nam Phong Dec. 1972- Aug. 1973 then to Iwakuni until November. 533 was a great squadron, had some great times in Thailand. Like to hear from anyone who was at the "Rose Garden". Would also like to hear from anyone who new my son Kevin Hills who was in VA 185 CV 41 USS Midway 1989. He and another shipmate Brian weaver lost their lives in the United Arab Emerits. |
Tuesday, 2nd March 2010 8:27:48 PM |
Name: AZ3 Conrad Bloom |
Squadron: VA-128 |
Message: Was in VA-128 from when it split from VAH-123 until Oct 1969. Would like to talk with others from that period. Was looking for AZ1 Raymond Formanek and AZC Roy Ott. William E. Crouch. Van Albert Treadway. Bill Seip. All served in 128 during my time. I also have a framed picture of an A-6 from VA-52 if anyone would like it. There is an A-6 sitting on the deck of the Oakland Aviation Museum in Oakland CA. Also the museum of flight in Seattle has two just outside the entrance way. |
Friday, 26th February 2010 5:02:06 PM |
Name: AFCM(AW) Ron "Stoney" Collins |
Squadron: VA-85/VA-34/MATWINGONE |
Message: Looking to hear from old Intruder types. I retired May 1999. I saw a few names in here I recongnized, Gunner Rick Strong, Dick Brooks Send me an E mail if you get a chance.
Stoney
rcol5220@yahoo.com |
Sunday, 21st February 2010 7:04:41 PM |
Name: rick green |
Squadron: VA52 |
Message: LOOKING FOR TH DATES OF THE 1964 WESRPAC |
Saturday, 20th February 2010 12:51:04 PM |
Name: JOE M DOUGLAS |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: HELLO TO ALL THE MEN I WAS STATIONED WITH IN VA-35, HAVE A NICE DAY AND GOD SPEED. WAS ON THE AMERICA CVA 66 1971-1973 |
Thursday, 18th February 2010 9:17:49 PM |
Name: Tony Carter |
Squadron: VA-176, VA-42 |
Message: The years in this community were the best. We worked hard but the results and the comradarie was the best. Miss it for sure. |
Tuesday, 16th February 2010 1:33:13 PM |
Name: Joe Savadge |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: Great Web-Site, Was in VA-35 from Nov 81 to Mar 84. After 26 years in the Navy have to say that this was my best tour. Many awesome memories. Was leading Personnelman. Would enjoy hearing from anyone who was in the Squardon when I was. |
Monday, 15th February 2010 4:33:43 PM |
Name: Claude Hurt |
Squadron: Civ. Navy Dare Bombing Range |
Message: I am trying to connect to my friend Capt. Bob Bosman. He was at VA65 at the time 'Gator' was the skipper. Retired now but after working 26 years with a lot of you guys.Still think of you all often and thanks again for your service.I can be reached at johnnysueee@netzero.com Thanks again.MT MAN
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Monday, 15th February 2010 11:35:54 AM |
Name: Steve Sullivan |
Squadron: |
Message: I'm looking for a Bill Davis, the only Marine in my AF pilot training class Laredo 70-02 from 1968-1969. I'm organizing a class reunion. He went into the A-6 in late '69. His wife's name, at the time, was Vicki. Please email me at scsullivanfdx@aol.com if you have ANY clue at to his whereabouts. Even a middle initial would help. Thanks |
Sunday, 14th February 2010 12:38:23 PM |
Name: tom coffey |
Squadron: vma-225,533,vmat-202 |
Message: i was assigned to maintainance control with vma-225 in january of 1968 and transpacked to danang with 225 in the fall of 68.transferred to vma -533 feb,1969 through december then back to cherry point serving with vmat-202 until my discharge in april of 1971.learning about sophisticated systems of the a-6,coordinating the maintainance and assigning the intruders to various missions was without question one of the greatest challenges of my life!i have fond memories of the a-6,and the great marines i served with in all three squadron,s,i,ll be looking forward to attending the intruder reunion in may.for those who served with me i still look and sound the same as i did in 68 thru 71except for the white mustache and sixty five pound addition.i,ll be looking forward to seeing many fellow marines at d.c.in may. semper fi tom coffey sgt.u.s.m.c. |
Monday, 8th February 2010 7:44:10 PM |
Name: Quentin P Young Jr |
Squadron: VA-165 |
Message: Was a "Boomer" from 1975-1978 and aboard the Connie westpac cruise 1977. Im proud to have served my country flying the A-6. It was a wonderful plane. Drove through Oak Harbor in 2007 and barely recognized the place. My how things have changed !! |
Sunday, 7th February 2010 7:55:18 AM |
Name: Frank Stuller |
Squadron: VA196/128 |
Message: I served three tours with 196 and one in 128.Also was an original member(plank owner)VA 196. Even though I have been retired since 1988 my heart is still with the Navy and VA196. Any shipmates that might remember me should Email me at francisstuller@sbcglobal.net. Long live the Main Battery |
Tuesday, 2nd February 2010 2:43:47 PM |
Name: AD1(AW)JC HOLLINGER |
Squadron: VA128 |
Message: JUST DROPPED IN TO BROWSE AND BROUGHT BACK MEMORIES. |
Tuesday, 2nd February 2010 6:26:25 PM |
Name: Jeff Lamberson |
Squadron: Richmond Airport |
Message: We at the Richmond Airport in Richmond, Indiana would like to thank group VA 128 for the INTRUDER that we have on display at the Airport. For those of you that helped bring us the plane in June 1995. well always be remembered!! remember you will always be part of the family at RID.
jeff |
Saturday, 30th January 2010 6:57:45 PM |
Name: Megan McGarvey |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 242 (Daughter) |
Message: I'm the daughter of Lt. Col. James McGarvey, USMC, MIA, North Vietnam, 4/17/1967. Very nice site. Wonderful tribute to a great aircraft and the men who flew her. Thanks. |
Saturday, 30th January 2010 3:40:30 PM |
Name: Chris Hinckle ATC(AW) |
Squadron: VA-42, VA-36, VA-35 |
Message: Intruders from 1982-1995, was a great experience and miss the community and people alot. Intruders Forever !! |
Saturday, 23rd January 2010 3:38:41 PM |
Name: Rick Vogler |
Squadron: USS Carl Vinson CVN-70 |
Message: I was the work center supervisor of the Mouse House on the Vinson during the last deployment of VA-196 (1996). You guys were the best and it was a great pleasure working with you all! |
Friday, 22nd January 2010 4:18:23 PM |
Name: Jonard Legaspi |
Squadron: VMA(AW)-242 |
Message: Glad I found this page. LtCol. Valovich was my first C.O. when I got into the Fleet.
I am lucky enough to live near Whidbey Island and the sound of the EA-6B's remind me of El Toro. |
Tuesday, 19th January 2010 9:01:12 PM |
Name: Family & Friends |
Squadron: VA 128 |
Message: IN MEMORY OF LT. JOHN MCCORMICK HODGES, JR. 6/6/60 - 2/28/93. |
Friday, 15th January 2010 4:53:44 PM |
Name: Mike Standridge |
Squadron: VA-196 |
Message: My wife noticed a patch today that looked like the old devil patch we had (196) - when I was in the squadron in 78. but it was adopted by an AV-8...
Caused me to look this site up. Saw that my previous CAG iin CVW-5 (Tim Beard) was lead in the association.
An opportunity to get back in touch with shipmates, even for an intel character...site is well done. |
Sunday, 10th January 2010 7:22:21 PM |
Name: Peter Lerette |
Squadron: VA-35 89-93 |
Message: Great Site!! I was a black Panther for my first tour in the Navy, and couldn't have picked a better squadron to be a part of. I am now an ADCS at VFA-211, missing my A-6's. Thanks for a great site!! |
Saturday, 9th January 2010 7:24:39 PM |
Name: Roy [Daddy] Demge AMS2 |
Squadron: VA-128 VA-95 VA-196 |
Message: Stumbled onto this site when a friend was showing me A-6 photoes. Trained in VA-128 from june-september of '78. VA-95 corrosion control and airfrmes '78 to 82. AIMD Whidbey Is. '82-'84. '84-discharge in july'85 was in VA-196 Airframes. A couple of you guys should have crossed paths with me. Kurt Mattson or how about TAZ. |
Wednesday, 6th January 2010 10:53:35 AM |
Name: Victor "chevy" Torino |
Squadron: VA-42/ VA-34 |
Message: would love to catch up with old shipmates. Had some great times in Va. beach and on board cv-66. now in ocala, fla. served va-42 80-82 and va-34 82-84. Diamond Jim, baldy, hodaddy, cimi, drop a line. K.Lauler you made me a cig. pouch once. I remember you. |
Sunday, 3rd January 2010 2:07:44 AM |
Name: Marc Behling |
Squadron: VA-52 (80-84) |
Message: I found this site while google searching for reference pictures of bombers...how one thing can lead to another. I have a lot of fond memories with VA-52; served along with a great bunch of people. I don't think I'll ever have an experience as exciting as: working as a mechanic on the carrier's flight deck during flight ops (wow).
I hope all of you well! Happy 2010.
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Wednesday, 30th December 2009 6:45:27 PM |
Name: Ralph Palmer |
Squadron: VA-34 Blue Blastersq |
Message: Just surfing the internet looking for A-6 news and info. Found this site. Looks good, it's now book marked on my computer. |
Sunday, 27th December 2009 11:52:15 PM |
Name: Harold Parker |
Squadron: VMA(AW)224 |
Message: Just discovered this site. I was with the Bengals 75 - 77. The CO was LtCol Randall, XO was Maj Porcari, the 1stSgt was Cahoon. I worked in Maint. Control for 2 years with Capt. Bob Pruett, Lt. Braithwaite, Gunny Russell, SSgt Gordon and Sgt Slipetski and loved every minute of it, especially the WestPac cruise to Iwakuni(Block Eight), Kwangju, Korea and Cubi Point. Miss all my friends especially Sgt's M Rutter, H M Brown, M A Campbell,and R M Arquitt. Every time I look in my Cruise Book I miss you more. |
Saturday, 19th December 2009 4:51:19 PM |
Name: Tim Murphy |
Squadron: VMA(AW)225, VMCJ-2 |
Message: Deployed to Danang in Jan 69 as AMO of 225. Planning a Viking reunion (Danang 69-70) in the DC area in May 2011. Please contact me at Timurf@Comcast.net . |
Saturday, 19th December 2009 2:57:45 PM |
Name: Mike Seda |
Squadron: VA165 |
Message: AO with the boomers from 1981 to 1985, stationed at NAS Whidbey Island |
Monday, 14th December 2009 11:43:20 PM |
Name: Michael Rauen |
Squadron: VA-165 |
Message: AK1, three cruises on the Connie, then a tour in Sig. Retired an became a Catholic Chaplain in 1998. Reside in Corpus Christi, TX |
Monday, 14th December 2009 6:09:49 PM |
Name: Glenn Jackson |
Squadron: VMA(AW)533/242 |
Message: Served 1969 to 1973. 242 stateside 533 in Nam Phong, Thailand. Rondeau, how are you buddy? A big hello and handshake to all those A-6ers. |
Sunday, 13 December 2009 4:36:58 PM |
Name: John Stock |
Squadron: VA-128, VA-52, MAWD EL CENTRO, VA-196 |
Message: Hello to all you ex Sky Pig Fans
From my early years as an A-6E Plane Captain and TC4C Mech to the Sailor of the Year of VA-196 in(1995), I miss it all. So many great memories and some tragic. I remember the loss of our C.O. in VA-52 (CDR Loyd Sledge) & (AD2)Brian Lee Preston. Brian was blown over the side by an A-7 on board the USS Carl Vinson. Both tragedies occurred in 1986. I retired from AIMD NAS Whidbey in August of 2002. I Now live in Sebring FL. I've been a County Road Patrol Deputy, but now working as a Lineman at the Sebring Regional Airport. If anyone remembers me, my e-mail address is jstock28060@embarqmail.com I'm also on Myspace and Facebook.
Fair Winds & Following Seas
AD1(AW(RET) John L. Stock |
Sunday, 13 December 2009 8:38:52 PM |
Name: Jerry Huddleston |
Squadron: VA-176 |
Message: Checked into Squardon June 1969 left for Shore duty Feb. 1972. Made 70 and 71 Med. cruises. Miss all the guys in the Squardon. Had good times and good fellowship. |
Thursday, 10th December 2009 5:49:24 PM |
Name: Tom Crosby |
Squadron: VA 35 |
Message: made the 71 medcruise as AE2. Remeber Jimmie Healy and the 'guts' games that never ended. |
Wednesday, 9th December 2009 8:09:31 AM |
Name: Katy Herbert |
Squadron: none |
Message: I am trying to find a couple cruise books for my father in law who was on USS America 1970-1972 and USS Harlan County 1973-1974. Is there anyone here that knows where I can find these 2 books or anyone here who served with him? I am not sure which squadron he was on (I am trying to find these as a surprise - his ex disposed of his original books) but his name is Tom Hannigan. Please let me know if you could share some information with me - I would truly appreciate it! |
Sunday, 6th December 2009 12:34:21 AM |
Name: Steve Davis |
Squadron: VA-176/VA-115 |
Message: I was an AQ in VA-176 from October 1984-June 88 and VA-115 from May 1989 -May 1991. I retired in 2003 and work as a civilian at NAS Whidbey Island. Every day on the way to work I pass the A-6 on HWY 20 and fondly remember all the blood, sweat, tears and good times I shared with my shipmates. The dedication of the maintenance crews were the soul of the aircraft. I would love to hear from some old shipmates. |
Sunday, 6th December 2009 1:29:02 PM |
Name: Mike Chesley |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: Was with VA-35 at NAS Oceana from 1970 to 1972. Med Cruise in 1971 on USS America. Worked as AMS2 in Check Crew.
Still work in Aviation for Pratt & Whitney in Burlington, Vermont. |
Wednesday, 2nd December 2009 12:24:27 AM |
Name: bruce long |
Squadron: va128 |
Message: i was there on the rock from 78-82.i worked on the line,gse,then in airframes. then i went to texas, now im moved back to oak harbor in 04. looking for anyone who was there (78-82. |
Monday, 30th November 2009 12:15:21 PM |
Name: Barry D. Painter |
Squadron: VA-52 (67-69) |
Message: I stand corrected, and apologize for my error. It was CDR Q. Orel that was lost with LT J.D. Hunt on 13 October 1968.
My how the memory fades after a few decades.......
Thanks Jim. |
Saturday, 28th November 2009 10:15:13 PM |
Name: Michael Thompson |
Squadron: VMA aw 121 Greenknights |
Message: Looking for George Laborin and Brian Chamberlain. 1981 Westpac. 79-83 El Toro flight line. Brian snapped a photo of me in front of the line shack right before a junk on the bunk. I had bayonet in my mouth. |
Friday, 27th November 2009 11:33:20 AM |
Name: Dave Conner |
Squadron: VA-128 and VA-165 |
Message: Was in the AE shop in both squadrons and had great tours from 1980-1983 (VA-128) and 1983-1986 (VA-165. Had the pleasure of working with some of the very best in both outfits. Believe I had a successful career due to my time with the Intruder....
Dave Conner CDR LDO retired. |
Tuesday, 24th November 2009 3:43:25 PM |
Name: Richard (Buster) Lemmon |
Squadron: VA-42 |
Message: Aviation Storekeeper VA-42 1968 - 1969 |
Tuesday, 24th November 2009 12:32:47 PM |
Name: Matt Pickard |
Squadron: VA-165 / USS Coral Sea |
Message: Dad, Tim Pickard, was an "Ordy" or BB Stacker as he refered to it on the USS Coral Sea during the 1966 Southeast Asia deployment. |
Tuesday, 24th November 2009 1:15:11 AM |
Name: Terry Rollins |
Squadron: VA -35 |
Message: Great site.Nice to see guys I was stationed with in 35.I was a plane captain in the line shack from 1979 to 1983.Would be great to hear from people I was stationed with.Retired from the Nav in 99 but 35 was by far the best command I was in.Now work at Fedex as a jet mech...more money but not as much fun.Lots of good times in VA 35. |
Monday, 23rd November 2009 11:28:17 PM |
Name: Fitch |
Squadron: VA128 |
Message: Looking for AMS3 airplane shop serving from Nov 82- Nov 86 at Whidbey. |
Sunday, 15th November 2009 8:18:52 PM |
Name: Jim Hauge |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: Hi, guys -
I was an AQB3 in VA-85 from 1966-1968. We flew missions over Yankee and Dixie stations in Vietnam, first off the Kitty Hawk, then the America. I have a lot of great memories from the squadron, and my shipmates. |
Saturday, 14th November 2009 7:34:08 PM |
Name: alan |
Squadron: VA-115/VA-196 |
Message: I served as plane capt.in VA-115(87-88),and VA196(88-90.Just wanted to say hi to "Fluff"-VA-115 and airman Wilson VA-196-from Escodito?Ca.near San Diego.Anyone know the whereabouts of LT.Sylvester(VA-196)from 87-89?,Lt.BarkowskiVA-115 from 86-88? and Commander Johnson from 87-89(VA-196)?went to NASA to be a test pilot. |
Tuesday, 10th November 2009 3:32:29 PM |
Name: AZ2 Richard Harrington |
Squadron: VA-176 |
Message: Reported for duty on 2 July 1968 to help transition from AD's to A6's. Assigned as maintenance control supervisor. Left VA-176 on 1 November 1969. |
Monday, 9th November 2009 3:41:11 PM |
Name: Barry David Painter |
Squadron: VA-52 |
Message: ADJ2, West Pac cruise August 1968-April 1969.
Lots of memories, most good, some sad.
Lost LT J.D. Hunt(division officer) and CDR Kobler (Exec) on first mission of cruise. |
Monday, 9th November 2009 9:28:42 PM |
Name: Terry Tubridy |
Squadron: VMA (AW)- 533 & 224 |
Message: Served 3 yrs as Fire Control Tech, starting with 533 and ending with 1 yr deployment to Iwakuni with 224. Served with some great guys working on a bird ahead of its time. My lifelong regret was not getting my seat card and getting to fly while training at NAS Fallon. Tried for B/N after commissioning but bombed the AQT/FAR (after passing it previously). Instead went on to serve as a CommO where I crossed paths with fellow tech Billy O and pilots/BNs Hank Gotard, Ken Jordan, & Dave Leach. S/F and Happy 234th! |
Sunday, 8th November 2009 11:58:28 AM |
Name: Richard Plante |
Squadron: VMA(AW)225 |
Message: Started my Marine Corps air experience with VMAT(AW)202 at Cherry Point,1968-69,as a plane captain,Next stop,Danang,RVN,with VMA(AW)225,power plants, from 1969-70, then back to Cherry Point, with VMCJ-2 to end of enlistment. Love those A-6"s |
Sunday, 8th November 2009 8:59:30 PM |
Name: Gary Stuve |
Squadron: VA-165 |
Message: Iwas a AMH-2 in B.A.R.F. (Boomers Airframe Rework Facility) from 1977 till 1980. Made 3 westpacs aboard the Connie. |
Saturday, 31st October 2009 9:11:06 PM |
Name: kurt mattson |
Squadron: va-196 |
Message: was in 196 from 1984 to 1989 |
Friday, 30th October 2009 10:25:43 AM |
Name: Hank Louisa |
Squadron: VA-52 |
Message: Looking for Ron (Calhoun) Jones, Terry Lee, Larry Phillips, Bobby Hollister. VA-52 from approx. Sep. 1968 to August 1969. |
Thursday, 29th October 2009 3:13:25 PM |
Name: RICK LOWRY |
Squadron: VMA(AW)225 VIKINGS |
Message: TRANS PAC TO DA NANG 69 HYD SHOP JAN 70 |
Thursday, 29th October 2009 12:06:04 PM |
Name: JOE MURRAH |
Squadron: VA=176 |
Message: Great web site. Wanted to say hello to all my fellow T-BOIL'S. Been a long time since we put the squadron to rest. I still miss all of you. |
Wednesday, 28th October 2009 6:45:54 PM |
Name: Gary Raster (Rooster) |
Squadron: VA-165, VA-128 |
Message: Still alive and well. Did Boomers 74-79 and 82-85. Did 128 under Terry Toms, then did VAQ-130 and VAQ-135. |
Tuesday, 27th October 2009 7:06:58 PM |
Name: Rob Conklin |
Squadron: VA-34 |
Message: Personnelman for squadron while asigned USS America and NAS Oceana 1981-83.
Under CO B. Liner
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Sunday, 25th October 2009 8:57:10 PM |
Name: ANDREW " ANDY " LIPSEY |
Squadron: VA 128 and VA 185 |
Message: I was an AQ in VA 128 and VA 185 from 1986 to 1988 on WHidbey Island. I'm a VA 185 plankowner. Looking for anyone who knew me or spent time there during that time. Those were some great and wild times. Fond Memories! |
Saturday, 24th October 2009 5:25:23 PM |
Name: Dave Potter |
Squadron: VAQ-135 |
Message: Was an original member of "Plank Owner" crew VAQ 135. Are there any other "Originals" still left out there. Squadron commander at that time was CDR Hubbard |
Saturday, 24th October 2009 10:59:15 PM |
Name: Ken Raymond |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: 2 med cruises and Gitmo stay with the props. Gave them to the AF and moved to Norfolk to train pilots for nam with the Intruder. Sorry to say, we lost our whole first sqd. that deployed. Some pilots and computer op. did come back to fly again. Your site brings back memories. I never saw VA-35 mentioned for a citation in Cuba, and they were on the base from the beginning. Needed props to stay in the perimiter. Thanks |
Friday, 23rd October 2009 9:04:54 AM |
Name: Fredrick E. Goettsche |
Squadron: VMA(AW) - 242 |
Message: |
Thursday, 22nd October 2009 10:17:58 PM |
Name: Dan Schrader |
Squadron: VA-165 |
Message: I was an AE in VA-165 at Whidbey Island from 1985 to 1988. That was truly some of the most memorable times in my life. I am proud to have served my country with some of the best men in the military!!! God Bless You All. |
Thursday, 15th October 2009 11:28:04 AM |
Name: GREG ANDERSON |
Squadron: VMA(AW)-533 |
Message: was with 533 from 1984 till 1989 as an admin clerk. 2 Med cruises, anyone who remembers please contact me. Semper Fi! |
Thursday, 8th October 2009 7:29:43 PM |
Name: Don Olsen |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: Hi! Guys! i was in VA-85 from 1979-1982. hey steve green,Mike lentz ,Dave tebeau or any of the crew ,hope alls well with all the attack suadron personel. take care guys and girls. |
Sunday, 4th October 2009 5:27:04 PM |
Name: David Harrell |
Squadron: VA196 |
Message: I was a aviation ordananceman from 1971 to 1974. What a great bunch of Guy's! |
Thursday, 1st October 2009 12:04:28 PM |
Name: Roger Pendergrass |
Squadron: VA 165 |
Message: Served in VA165 on Connie 1970-1972
AT shop. Like to hear from you boys
on that cruise. |
Monday, 28th September 2009 6:43:08 PM |
Name: Joe Savadge |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: Served in VA-35 as a PN1 81-83. After serving 26 years, I do have to say it was one of my best Tours. We had a awesome crew. Our Admin/Personnel Office were a Team. Would like to hear from anyone. I just came across this web-Site Awesome Job. |
Monday, 28th September 2009 2:05:01 PM |
Name: Bill McAnirlin Jr. |
Squadron: VA42 |
Message: Hello,
After all these years I still remember my time with VA42 from 1966 to 1969. I was an ATN2 and I spent over a year in the AMD shop fixing the APN144(altimeter) and APN153(doppler Navigation).
Recently I found an MIA bracelet for Buzz Ellison who I remember well. I will wear it forever! Please don't forget those who never came home.
Bill |
Monday, 28th September 2009 9:37:39 PM |
Name: Michael L.Pfielschiefter aka(P13) |
Squadron: VA-75 Sunday Punchers |
Message: I was in VA-75 for 2 years 77 to 79.I was a rigger and a plane captain.Knew all the officers in the squadron.I think you should do a tribute to CDR Mike Smith that was killed on the Challenger,he was a great guy.
P13 |
Tuesday, 22nd September 2009 7:04:38 PM |
Name: gina hackert |
Squadron: va42 |
Message: hey yall line rats who were there 92-94. drop me a line. sure miss working on the line with you all. |
Friday, 18th September 2009 5:46:02 PM |
Name: Charles Beltram |
Squadron: VMA-242 |
Message: Great site! I was with VMA-242 for about 2 month's in Nam before I voluntered to go to a CAP unit and become a grunt. Would like to hear from Sgt. Jerry Hurst my NCOIC at the time. Or any of you guy's who remember me!
Semper Fi!
Charlie |
Wednesday, 16th September 2009 1:14:13 AM |
Name: AD-3 J. J .WARD |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: Chief Lefler, leave your e mail address! All VA-35 (1981-1985) JJ says hey!I really love this website and I saw some familiar names here. Special hello to Louis Lalli, I bought his 1970 Chevelle.I plane captained for Steve Richmond,Benny Suggs,Mike McCully,Omar McMullen,Rick McCollum,ETC |
Monday, 14th September 2009 7:32:36 AM |
Name: Rex Marschand |
Squadron: VA 55 |
Message: A very nice site, i was a member of va55 when it was an a4 squadron in vietnam. 1970 - 1972 a lot of good memories and friends were made there.congrats to all who served in this squadron. Rex Marschand |
Monday, 14th September 2009 7:34:57 AM |
Name: Rex Marschand |
Squadron: VA 55 |
Message: A very nice site, i was a member of va55 when it was an a4 squadron in vietnam. 1970 - 1972 a lot of good memories and friends were made there.congrats to all who served in this squadron. Rex Marschand |
Monday, 7th September 2009 5:30:11 PM |
Name: Richard S. Richardson |
Squadron: CVA-64, OC Div |
Message: I was an AC3 WestPac 73'. Nice site, brings back memories. Sorry to see the Connie & A-6s go to the wayside. May you always have calm seas, fair winds and blue skies. |
Sunday, 6th September 2009 1:16:16 PM |
Name: Jim |
Squadron: va165 |
Message: looking for any plank owners and Tim James in perticlur.living south of Jax. |
Saturday, 5th September 2009 10:08:27 AM |
Name: Tracy Parkhurst |
Squadron: None |
Message: Hello, I have been an Intruder "fan" for numerous years. Years before the movie about the Intruder came out. I have never served in the military. I wish I had. I still kick myself in the ass today about not joining. I recently found your site here. I was very excited to look it over. Then the excitement came to an end. I am very bummed out that your memebership is a closed one. I realize that the A6 family is a close knit one. As alot of other aircraft families. Do you have any plans on opening up your association to non A6er's in the future? If so I would be the first to join. Also, I saw your Flight Jacket Patches are they for sale? Thank you for all that you have done and have a wonderful day. Tracy |
Saturday, 5th September 2009 9:45:26 AM |
Name: Tracy Parkhurst |
Squadron: None |
Message: I have been an Intruder Fan for years. Years before the movie about the Intruder. I just found this site and I was very excited. Then as I read the "about" I was very bummed. I can't join. I never have worked with the Intruder. I have never been in the service to be honest. Wish I had. I do have a question though. Can anyone buy your patches? Thank you and have an awesome day. Tracy |
Saturday, 5th September 2009 6:54:40 AM |
Name: R.D. Hill |
Squadron: va-165 & !45 |
Message: Good to see so many people staying in touch. I was in va-165 from 1973 to 1976. line div.[plane captain] then in va-145 from 1977 to 1980 air frames and QA shop. Looking for any old freinds. |
Friday, 4th September 2009 2:10:18 PM |
Name: Terry Piper AQ2 |
Squadron: VA-75/42 |
Message: Remembering old times. I was in VA-75 Right after they came back from Nam after losing the Commander until they went for a med cruise in 75 or 76 and then went to VA-42 until 77. I am retired now and find time to browse the web more. E-mail me if you where in the squadrans with me |
Friday, 4th September 2009 1:28:42 AM |
Name: scott donaldson |
Squadron: va-42,va-34 |
Message: NAS Oceana 1973-1977 pc, power plants- any old shipmates out there? |
Wednesday, 2nd September 2009 4:43:26 PM |
Name: Russell (Rusty) Cash |
Squadron: VA-196 |
Message: ATTACHED TO VA-196 POWER PLANTS SHOP (AD2) FROM OCT 1979-FEB 1983, MADE 2 WEST PACs ON THE USS CORAL SEA. I REMEMBER MANY GOOD FRIENDS FROM THOSE DAYS BUT LOST CONTACT WITH MOST, I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM FELLOW SHIPMATES TO SHARE REMORABLE STORIES WITH. |
Tuesday, 1st September 2009 12:20:40 AM |
Name: Dan"Whimpy"Kirkendall |
Squadron: VA-75,115,128,145 |
Message: OK Guys remember the ole "WhimpyDawg of 115;145 and 128. Was the 1st Ordie in 115 when we were commisioned at Whidbey in 70. Retired as 1st class in 79 and worked a NOP Louisville,Ky. Miss hearing from ole Arabs. Also saw where Bud Langston was DCNAV and mad Admiral also Skipper Carlmichael got command of the Midway before i retired.Would love to hear from anyone.
A01 WHIMPY KIRKENDALLeMAIL;dannyk115@insightbb.com |
Sunday, 30th August 2009 10:32:14 AM |
Name: Matt Wilderman |
Squadron: VA-128 |
Message: Looking for friends. I was ther from 1992 to 1995. |
Sunday, 30th August 2009 10:31:49 AM |
Name: Matt Wilderman |
Squadron: VA-128 |
Message: Looking for friends. I was ther from 1992 to 1995. |
Friday, 28th August 2009 6:06:58 PM |
Name: Tom Corbin |
Squadron: VA-196 |
Message: I was in the AQ shop for WESTPAC 67 & 68 on the USS Constellation. Absolutely unforegettable times, ever. |
Tuesday, 25th August 2009 3:25:04 PM |
Name: Ron Aronson |
Squadron: VMA 225/242/VMCJ-2 |
Message: Great site...thanks! I was assigned to 225 in Sept.1967 as a Hyd.Mech.WestPac Jan. '69 Reassigned to 242 til; Dec '69.Back to Cherry Point and joined VMCJ-2.
Lots of memories..I've kept the SQ. Picture of 225 prior to deployment on my office wall. I've been in contact with Bobby Tomme, Dick Gauay,Steve Kaufman.Please e-mail me.... |
Monday, 24th August 2009 6:59:57 AM |
Name: Wynkoop, Ben L |
Squadron: VA-42, VAQ-33,VA-55, VA-75 |
Message: GREAT SITE! Had a great career in the A6 community. Met some of the best people in the world. Would love to hear from any shipmates. Retired as LDO LT after learning ropes on A6 as and AE. VAQ-33 was awesome with all the dets and differant aircraft. VA-55 was the best, as squadron was more a family than just a place to work. Intruders..Thanks for the memories. |
Tuesday, 18th August 2009 5:47:44 PM |
Name: Ed Kules |
Squadron: VA75, 36, 34 |
Message: Any time, any weather! |
Monday, 17th August 2009 8:49:56 PM |
Name: Fred Sauvey |
Squadron: VMA(AW) 533 |
Message: Oh my goodness. Chu Lai 68 - 69 seems along time ago. Hello to all who were there. |
Sunday, 16th August 2009 3:11:58 PM |
Name: gordon chabot jr |
Squadron: vmat(AW)202 |
Message: i was there 1977-1980,sgt in poweplants. high power license, non crew wings.maint. control toward end. went to s. weymouth on an A4 gig through 83,then to soms el toro, on t-39 through 84,then to recruiting duty,in ma. through 89, back to cherry pt. on A4's till 90, when i came back to recruiting.retired 96. semper fi |
Friday, 14th August 2009 9:28:45 AM |
Name: Michael Dye |
Squadron: VA-85(AIMD), VA-65(AQ & SEAOPDET25 LPO) |
Message: After 15.5 years in Intruders, medically retired after Desert Storm. Two cruises each on the FID and the Coral Maru. Damn, but I miss the Intruders. They weren't sleek, they weren't sexy, but they could carry anything anywhere and drop it on the bad guys... Eat your hearts out Hornet-types.
Anyway, talking with buddies at the Legion and got talked into recreating my flight deck uniform for the Vets Day parade. Got it all together, but I can't seem to remember the marking for the tool pouch...I remember the squadron designator, but can't remember the code series for the AQ shop and don't have access to an old copy of the 4790. Might anyone be able to assist? Thanks. |
Thursday, 13 August 2009 2:30:06 PM |
Name: David Carroll |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: 1973-1975 LINE PLANE CAPTAIN/ POWERPLANTS
USS AMERICA/ PLANK OWNER USS NIMITZ |
Tuesday, 11th August 2009 11:52:05 AM |
Name: Chris Wilkins |
Squadron: VMA(AW)-242 |
Message: I served with the BATMEN in DaNang from February 1970 to July 1970, I worked in the Seat Shop. (I was in DaNang with H&MS-11 from July 1969 to February 1970 when I was transfered to 242). Great group of men attached to a great aircraft! Wish we could all be together again. Semper Fi!!!! |
Friday, 7th August 2009 2:40:21 AM |
Name: Nick |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: I want to pay a tribute to the best group of people I have ever had the privilege to meet and work with. We were out of the AE Shop 1972 to 1975 and stationed at NAS Oceana Va. Made a West-Pac, Med Cruise, and North Atlantic NATO aboard the USS America. Along with a short stint at Roosevelt Roads Puerto Rico.
Lt. Gary George, Ens. George New, William "Cat" Ballou, Danny Binger, Fred Teaster, David "Poncho" White, Rick York, Gil Collins, Tom "Howard" Koesel, Tony Biller, John Seiler, Glen "Porkchop" Hamilton, Ron "Red" Newman, Gary Harper, and Larry Parker who prevented me from going in the frigid waters of the North Atlantic when the steering on an A-7 went out and hit us with a jet blast. I know there are names I may have missed. These guys are second to none. We had some good times and we had some bad times. One thing for sure, we busted our tails on those A-6's and got the job done. SIERRA HOTEL |
Friday, 7th August 2009 11:25:16 AM |
Name: Beverly Swanson |
Squadron: VA-196 |
Message: Your comrade and my beloved husband has gone to be with his father in heaven on July 9, 2009. He was treated for PTSD and lived a three and one half year ordeal with Multiple System Atrophy. |
Thursday, 6th August 2009 7:24:30 AM |
Name: Tee |
Squadron: |
Message:
IN MEMORY OF LT CMDR JAMES K PATTERSON
USN 05-19-67 NVN |
Wednesday, 5th August 2009 9:42:56 PM |
Name: Jeff Worthey |
Squadron: VA 35 |
Message: I was an AT and a troubleshooter. Served from 1990 to 1993, all cruises done on the Saratoga. One greendeck on the Constellation. Live in Corpus Christi, Texas now. |
Saturday, 1st August 2009 9:34:23 PM |
Name: Carlos Borbolla |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: I was an AME with VA-35 from 77-79 when we were on the Nimitz. Also TAD with the LOX Crew. I moved over to VS-24 afterward, same CAG but Cecil Field Fl instead of VA Beach. Who can forget Naples!!. Great Squadron, it was an honor to have served and for those serving now, Godspeed and thanks for all your doing! |
Saturday, 1st August 2009 4:04:21 PM |
Name: EZE NAIJA |
Squadron: yt254 |
Message: oh what a lovely job done on this site pls keep it up |
Friday, 31st July 2009 9:28:50 AM |
Name: Jim Smith |
Squadron: VA-176 |
Message: T Bolt 1981-1984. The best tour of my career! Then AT1; Retired ATC(NAC) in 1991. Looking for old shipmates. |
Thursday, 30th July 2009 12:33:58 PM |
Name: Chad P. Mchugh |
Squadron: VA-196 |
Message: Does any know the end speed off the cat for a 56K A-6E? I thought it was about 150kts, but my pilot buddies say closer to 130kts. Also how fast above stall speed would that be?
Thanks,
Chad |
Wednesday, 29th July 2009 6:40:56 PM |
Name: Chad P. McHugh |
Squadron: VA-196 |
Message: Does anyone know the cat end speed for a 56K A-6E? I thought about 150 kts, but my pilot buddies tell me more like 130. Also, how many kts above stall speed would that be.
Thanks,
Chad |
Wednesday, 29th July 2009 9:57:41 PM |
Name: James |
Squadron: |
Message: Message: I was wondering do you have patches for all a-6 squadrons. Do you guys and gals have just some of them.Also would to know if you decommished this squadron can you get a lithograph.
Home: http://www.digital-camera-batteries.net
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Tuesday, 28th July 2009 10:44:49 AM |
Name: Frank Walizer |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 242) |
Message: I just found this web site. Nice Job. I was a Safety Equipment man in 242 (Batmen)during 1968-1969. I thought the A-6 was on hell of a good AC and was proud to have worked on them. I retired after 30 years as a Marine CommO
Semper Fi
Frank Walizer |
Tuesday, 28th July 2009 10:50:51 PM |
Name: Bob Clark |
Squadron: VA-128 and VA-115 |
Message: VA-128 from '81 to '84 in Electric Shop.
VA-115 from '85 to '87 in Electric Shop and AE-T/S |
Tuesday, 28th July 2009 7:52:03 PM |
Name: Lance Morrison |
Squadron: Comdesron 11 |
Message: I was a 3rd class Quartermaster on the bridge of the Joseph Strauss on the fateful night that we were bombed by I believe 3 A6 jets off of the Constellation (I believe it was the Constellation) in Vietnam.
Where can I find some details about the incident from the A6 side. Just reliving old times. Here is what I know:
USS JOSEPH STRAUSS (DDG-. 16), commanded by CDR Lawrence. Layman, USN, was attacked by an A-6 at 0210, Friday, 27 September 1968
As I recall, the Strauss was the flag ship of a Commodore Doyle (Comdesron 11) at the time. The bombs dropped took out our radar and turned the starboard side of the ship (aluminum above the main deck) into Swiss cheese. No one on board was injured including the starboard lookout, a black sailor, who was missed by shrapnel by centimeters. A large chunk tore a hole in his pants. I recall him saying “I see the Light, I see the Light” he couldn’t say anything else and his eyes were as large as pie tins!
I recall the chaos on the bridge. I was in the charthouse just behind the bridge correcting maps. It was the mid-watch 12:00am-4:00am. We were running dark off the 17th parallel in a box about 1 mile wide by 5 miles long not far off the beach of North Vietnam. I heard the officer of the deck announce that we had a flight of jets off the carrier about to overfly us. They were squawking as friendly. The A6’s were looking for a truck convoy on the beach.
The next thing I saw was the sky light up like the sun and the thunderous explosions 50 ft off our starboard side followed by the sound of the shrapnel tearing holes in the superstructure. I ran onto the bridge with my battle helmet and life preserver (self preservation!) and found the entire bridge crew crouching/lying on the deck. The helmsman had one hand on the wheel and the officer of the deck was extremely confused and had no idea of what to do.
About that time, Chief R. Jones (a real old salt) came running up the ladder way from CIC to the bridge and pushed me out of the way and stepped over/on the bodies on the deck to get to the lighting electrical panel. He turned on everything that we had including a light that showed the large white star on the top of our nuclear ASROC mount amidships. I believe that at this time the A6 crews were circling for another attack as they did not see any secondary explosions.
I’m sure that the ship with the lights on looked like the “Light Parade at Disneyland”. Apparently the lights saved us and the attack was over. I believe that the crews aboard the A6’s were in deep trouble.
The Strauss was similar to the British ship that was hit by an Exocet missile in the Falkland Islands by Argentina. That ship was basically incinerated. Our ship, if hit by any of the bombs dropped would surely have suffered a similar fate. We had a 5in. gun mount forward with a magazine below it, the twin turbine boilers in the engine room, the Nuclear ASROC between the stacks, a Tartar missile system behind that with its’ own magazine, another 5in gun mount behind that with its’ own magazine. The ships’ hull was steel, but all of the structure above the main deck was aluminum. A direct hit on a nuclear ASROC is probably not what you want to do!
I recall the conversation between the Commodore and the Captain of the aircraft carrier. I have never heard the use of the “F---“ word so many times and in such a manner by a senior officer. The one way conversation went on for about 15-30 minutes.
I’d like to thank the pilot/s that missed me that night. My family would like to thank them too. By the way I have two sons who are F-15E pilots in the USAF.
I believe that the pilots came at us from behind, heading at our 2 oclock. The bombs dropped most likely flew between our stacks just above the ASROC mount.
RSVP
Lance R. Morrison
formerly Quartermaster 3rd Class, Navigation Division USS Joseph Strauss DDG16
2216 Oak Ridge Drive
Carson City, NV 89703
775-885-1986
morrison@wccnv.com
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Monday, 27th July 2009 5:24:47 PM |
Name: Dennis Draper |
Squadron: VA115, VX5 |
Message: I just found this site. What a treasure. I'm looking forward to connecting with old shipmates. |
Sunday, 26th July 2009 11:08:40 PM |
Name: Randy |
Squadron: VA-75 VA-35 VA-42 |
Message: In VA-75 I was an ADJ2 working in check crew for ADC L.(LARRY) Ervin 1969-1973. In VA-35 I was an ADC-ADCS working as maintenance CPO-ROOF RAT. 1980-1983. In VA-42 I was an ADCS I was maintenance CPO for all the weapons dets to El Centro, Ca. sometimes Yuma, Ariz. I was also maintenance CPO for all carrier qual dets no matter where they went. Any shipmates that remember me drop me A line. |
Sunday, 26th July 2009 11:09:36 PM |
Name: Randy |
Squadron: VA-75 VA-35 VA-42 |
Message: In VA-75 I was an ADJ2 working in check crew for ADC L.(LARRY) Ervin 1969-1973. In VA-35 I was an ADC-ADCS working as maintenance CPO-ROOF RAT. 1980-1983. In VA-42 I was an ADCS I was maintenance CPO for all the weapons dets to El Centro, Ca. sometimes Yuma, Ariz. I was also maintenance CPO for all carrier qual dets no matter where they went. Any shipmates that remember me drop me A line. |
Sunday, 26th July 2009 11:10:17 PM |
Name: Randy |
Squadron: VA-75 VA-35 VA-42 |
Message: In VA-75 I was an ADJ2 working in check crew for ADC L.(LARRY) Ervin 1969-1973. In VA-35 I was an ADC-ADCS working as maintenance CPO-ROOF RAT. 1980-1983. In VA-42 I was an ADCS I was maintenance CPO for all the weapons dets to El Centro, Ca. sometimes Yuma, Ariz. I was also maintenance CPO for all carrier qual dets no matter where they went. Any shipmates that remember me drop me A line. |
Friday, 24th July 2009 4:01:29 PM |
Name: Lloyd Barrios |
Squadron: VA 165 |
Message: I was an ATN3 and made two west pack cruises, one on the Ranger and the other on the America. It was a great time. God Bless America!!!! |
Friday, 24th July 2009 4:01:20 PM |
Name: Lloyd Barrios |
Squadron: VA 165 |
Message: I was an ATN3 and made two west pack cruises, one on the Ranger and the other on the America. It was a great time. God Bless America!!!! |
Friday, 17th July 2009 9:10:47 AM |
Name: Chris Albrecht, AT2 |
Squadron: VA-176 |
Message: Was on the '72 Med Cruise. Survived "the storm" in the Bay of Biscay. Served in AT shop and as one of FDR's "sheriffs" (MAA force). Would love to do it all over again! |
Thursday, 16th July 2009 3:38:45 PM |
Name: Larry A. Powles |
Squadron: VA-85 Black Falcons |
Message: (1980-1982 Line Div.) I think it's great that this web site exisits. I miss that ol'bird!!!
Retired Navy CPO now & live in Laramie, WY. |
Wednesday, 15th July 2009 2:50:40 AM |
Name: Dennis Zarembka |
Squadron: VA-36 |
Message: I was deployed on the Roosevlt(CVN-71) in the first gulf war. I was an AQ later an AT for VA-36 ROADRUNNERS. As I remember we were the flag ship or at least the largest ship in the group in the gulf at that time. At one point during the deployment (during "DESERT STORM") Saddam vowed to sink the the Roosevelt over AFRN. He launched 2 planes with ship sinking missles to destroy us. I have a lot of memories from that day, and also from that deployment. Was anyone else there that remembers this and the deployment. I would much like to share our memories. Feel free to E-mail me or respond on this format. STAND BY FOR HEAVY WAVES. |
Monday, 6th July 2009 11:20:29 PM |
Name: Walsh, M P |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: was on the FID 72-76 AE Shop. Lookin for anyone that knew me when, yeah, I'm still kickin' believe it or not! get in touch! I know where a few of the people are. later! |
Saturday, 4th July 2009 12:11:45 AM |
Name: Billy Oliver |
Squadron: VMA AW 224 |
Message: Electric shop from '84-'86. Anybody else still around. Saw 1 familiar name above (Petty). |
Thursday, 2nd July 2009 1:21:57 PM |
Name: Jim Smith |
Squadron: VA176/42 |
Message: 1969-71....ATN2 Troubleshooter
Hello to all the old T'bolts
Project Stormfury 1969
Med aboard FDR 1970 |
Tuesday, 30th June 2009 1:47:59 PM |
Name: Jeff Scheunert |
Squadron: VA-165 |
Message: Just wanted to say hello to all my fellow shipmates. It was a great ride full of wonderful memories. FOD walkdowns, turning and burning in the six pack. Boomers 92-95 AIMD 95-97. Plain Captain, AD3. Miss the smells of the west coast. God Bless and take care. To the fallen boomers, thoughts and prayers. Where's Cheif Mac? |
Monday, 29th June 2009 9:18:08 PM |
Name: Dennis Dickey |
Squadron: VMA-224 |
Message: Was a plane captian aboard USS Coral Sea 71-72. Would like to hear from anyone in 224 during the cruise. |
Saturday, 27th June 2009 1:09:59 PM |
Name: Howard Lee darter |
Squadron: VMA-AW 242 |
Message: Semper Fi |
Thursday, 25th June 2009 5:06:28 PM |
Name: adam anderson |
Squadron: va-65 |
Message: served with pleasure,uss dd eisenhower.sure miss "the old days". |
Saturday, 20th June 2009 11:23:16 AM |
Name: Alan Shackelford |
Squadron: VMA(aw)533 |
Message: Semper Fi everyone! I seved with the Hawks from Oct 75 until Sep 78 in Iwakuni and Cherry Point. I was wondering if any of my old squadron mates were still around. Feel free to email me. I'm looking forward to hearing from you. |
Saturday, 20th June 2009 6:47:18 PM |
Name: Dennis Dickey |
Squadron: VMA-224 |
Message: Served aboard USS Coral Sea 71-72.Would like to hear from others who served with me.I was a plane captian and worked mainly on the flight deck. |
Monday, 15th June 2009 5:14:57 PM |
Name: Joe Fordham |
Squadron: VA42 VA176 |
Message: Great site! The Intruder is gone but certainly not forgotten. |
Thursday, 11th June 2009 1:19:04 PM |
Name: Rich Hosgood |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: Served in VA-35 from 1980-1984 aboard Nimitz. Worked the IFF bench at AIMD Oceana. We also did the shakedown cruise for the Vinson. Retired in '94. |
Saturday, 6th June 2009 11:13:45 PM |
Name: Fred Ettner- ADC |
Squadron: VA-115,CMAW-1,VA-42, VA-12,VA-75,VA-34 |
Message: Hello Fellow Intruders...We worked hard, lost a lot of blood, sweat and tears, had fun, would do it again. 24 years seemed to fly by. Still supporting the military every day.
Great site, look forward to hearing from former shipmates.
Take care, and God Bless.
"INTRUDERS RULE" |
Tuesday, 2nd June 2009 1:24:57 PM |
Name: AMH3 John Hernandez |
Squadron: VA 55 WARHORSE |
Message: 89 - 91 Wow!!! Cant believe its been that long... Shout out to all the Airframers... Miss you Guys, those were the best times of my life.. |
Thursday, 28th May 2009 4:53:32 PM |
Name: Dan Montano |
Squadron: VA-185 |
Message: GUNNER?
CHIEF?
BILBO?
TROY?
JOHN?
WHERE YOU GUYS AT LETS HAVE REUNION(SPELLED WRONG)TIP OF THE SWORD BABY
DESERT STROM CVN-41 USS MIDWAY |
Thursday, 28th May 2009 4:46:41 AM |
Name: Sgt M H Strassner |
Squadron: VMAAW 533/ 242 |
Message: To all who flew and maintained these (dumbos) I wish only the best. It was the proudest time of My time in the USMC.
Those that I served with will be always in my heart and mind. P C Thompson, SSgt B R Dodson, and the rest. BR I hope if you read this all is well.
Sgt Strassner |
Monday, 25th May 2009 9:32:25 PM |
Name: Barry Lewis AE-2 |
Squadron: VA-65 |
Message: Joined VA65 12-64 and went through
the rag at VA42. Made the westpac
cruise in 66. Came back to Oceana
in Dec 66. The Forrestal was in the
yards at Portsmouth being refitted with
new electronic check out equipment. I
had the opportunity to check it out
before deployment and was able to fly
off the ship on the mail plane. That
was a real thrill. Many of my former
squadron mates were aboard the Forrestal
when it caught on fire and some of them
lost their lives but I don't know who
they were. If anyone out there has any
of that information, I would appreciate
your e-mail.
Thanks\
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Monday, 25th May 2009 9:32:10 PM |
Name: Barry Lewis AE-2 |
Squadron: VA-65 |
Message: Joined VA65 12-64 and went through
the rag at VA42. Made the westpac
cruise in 66. Came back to Oceana
in Dec 66. The Forrestal was in the
yards at Portsmouth being refitted with
new electronic check out equipment. I
had the opportunity to check it out
before deployment and was able to fly
off the ship on the mail plane. That
was a real thrill. Many of my former
squadron mates were aboard the Forrestal
when it caught on fire and some of them
lost their lives but I don't know who
they were. If anyone out there has any
of that information, I would appreciate
your e-mail.
Thanks\
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Sunday, 24th May 2009 11:06:25 AM |
Name: Kenneth Hensley |
Squadron: VA 85 |
Message: Served as an AQ. Flight deck WesPac cruise 69-70, and a Med curise the following year. Looking back, it was the best time of my life. Would like to find some of my old shipmates. |
Sunday, 24th May 2009 11:06:14 AM |
Name: Kenneth Hensley |
Squadron: VA 85 |
Message: Served as an AQ. Flight deck WesPac cruise 69-70, and a Med curise the following year. Looking back, it was the best time of my life. Would like to find some of my old shipmates. |
Saturday, 23rd May 2009 2:29:33 AM |
Name: Reggie Grayson |
Squadron: VA-65, VA-42 |
Message: I was an ADJ1 on the Kitty Hawk and Oceana from 1968 - 1975. Also a PC on the very first A6A at Pax River 1963 - 1966. We all worked hard and played hard. Glad to hear from anybody. |
Thursday, 21st May 2009 1:04:40 PM |
Name: Randy Young |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: I was in VA-35 from 1986-1989 in work center 110 P/P. I'm trying to locate a good friend of mine. His name is Tom Nolan if anyone knows how to locate him please email me. Thank you. |
Thursday, 21st May 2009 1:11:26 PM |
Name: Randy Young |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: I was in VA-35 from 1986-1989 in work center 110 P/P. I'm trying to locate a good friend of mine. His name is Tom Nolan if anyone knows how to locate him please email me. Thank you. |
Tuesday, 19th May 2009 12:31:29 PM |
Name: Randy Young |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: Hi to all i was in VA-35 from 1986 to 1989 in the p/p shop.If there is some one that knows Tom Nolan and how to get in touch with him please email me at the above address. |
Tuesday, 19th May 2009 11:23:47 AM |
Name: T. Thompson |
Squadron: VA-65,VA-42,VA-85 |
Message: Been a long while since I was in my last VA command but those were still some of the best times of my life. Have seen a few familiar names on here and would like to see a few more. Good to hear from some of my old shipmates. |
Monday, 18th May 2009 8:51:24 PM |
Name: Kenneth C. Huth |
Squadron: VA-75 TAD Aimd. |
Message: I was in VA-75 in 1970-1972. I was TAD to AIMD on the USS Saratoga.Would like to hear from anyone who may remember me.I really enjoined my years in the Navy. |
Friday, 15th May 2009 1:01:43 PM |
Name: R. Sargent (Sarge) |
Squadron: VA-65 / VA-42 |
Message: 80-86. Met some great friends and had some really good times. Work hard and play hard. Hope all my old shipmates are doing well. |
Friday, 15th May 2009 1:01:52 PM |
Name: R. Sargent (Sarge) |
Squadron: VA-65 / VA-42 |
Message: 80-86. Met some great friends and had some really good times. Work hard and play hard. Hope all my old shipmates are doing well. |
Tuesday, 12th May 2009 6:48:16 PM |
Name: Frank Cogdell |
Squadron: VAH 4 |
Message: I made two cruises with Manny Ortega, VA 176, aboard the Bon Homme Richard and the Oriskany as BNs with VAH 4. I've lost track of him. I last visited him in Bonsall, CA a few years ago. I tried calling without success. If anyone knows his where abouts please he mail me. The A3 reunion is in San Diego this year and I'd like to catch up with him. Thanks
Frank Cogdell BN, VAH 4, 1962-65 |
Saturday, 9th May 2009 9:39:07 PM |
Name: Gerald Feathers (BUBBA) |
Squadron: VA-165 |
Message: All I can say is that it is great to read all the stories about all my follow Boomers shipmates. It would also be great if we could all great together for a reunion. No certain time period, if you served and was in VA-165 come one and all.
I was in the squadron from 1971 until 1974 in the airframes shop. I miss all my friends and wish I could see them again soon.
Take Care
God Bless
Bubba
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Saturday, 9th May 2009 4:40:04 PM |
Name: Jon Light |
Squadron: VA-34, VA-165 |
Message: To Kevin PR 81-83, How are things? Miss the BB much?. AD3 Light, VA34 Powerplants 81-83.Just thinking las Thankgiving would have been 30 years and retirement....imagine all those FOD walkdowns!Say hi to any Blasters out there, it WAS fun...REALLY!!! |
Thursday, 7th May 2009 11:27:18 PM |
Name: Thel Petty |
Squadron: VMA(AW)-224 |
Message: |
Thursday, 7th May 2009 11:30:07 PM |
Name: Thel Petty |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 224 |
Message: Ordnance Shop 1983-1987 |
Tuesday, 5th May 2009 9:49:50 PM |
Name: Ed Gardner |
Squadron: HAMS-14, VMA(AW)242, VMA-224 |
Message: Great web site. Browsing for any of those who served in MAG-14 from 61-66. If you served, you would have known MGYSGT J.C. Rice. If you do, please reply. Anyone deployed to Key West in OCT 62, |
Saturday, 2nd May 2009 10:31:10 PM |
Name: andy mcgoldrick |
Squadron: 5th SpecialForces |
Message: Hi Guys.
Vietnam 68-72 6th Special Forces.Just wanted to say. Lots of you guys saved our bacon many times va 52 we love you.Thanks for it all.
Capt.Green Berets .
Vietnam |
Thursday, 30th April 2009 12:51:36 PM |
Name: Chad Nelsen |
Squadron: VA-128 |
Message: AT3 at NAS Whidbey 1993-1995
Just looking for old friends. if yer out there, drop a letter. |
Tuesday, 28th April 2009 9:03:25 PM |
Name: Dan Baxter |
Squadron: VAH123 |
Message: Dec.1964 Feb.66
VAH 123 Avionics
Just before discharge A3's Were being
replace by A6's |
Monday, 27th April 2009 4:51:19 PM |
Name: John Kiesler |
Squadron: VA 42, VA 35 |
Message: AQ shop. Med cruise on the USS America 1970. |
Tuesday, 21st April 2009 8:12:28 PM |
Name: Bob "Sloth" Greer |
Squadron: VMA(AW)-121 Green Knights |
Message: What a great time we had floating around the Pacific and IO on Ranger, remeber Earnest Will? |
Monday, 20th April 2009 4:21:24 PM |
Name: Robert L. (wheelsboblock) Wheelock |
Squadron: VMA-224 |
Message: I am making contacts with guys from the Coral Sea and 224, I was in Fire Control shop, lots of pictures and memories |
Saturday, 18th April 2009 12:58:05 PM |
Name: Colin Anderson |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: To answere the question about Hooters Intruder
A/C 505
Pilot Ltcdr Foote
I was an AMH worked line shop and check
crew
If anyone knows Gary Fuller let me know
|
Friday, 17th April 2009 8:51:55 PM |
Name: Sean Jahr |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 224 |
Message: Joined 224 in '91 and left for a tour on MSG Duty in '92. Was able to deploy on the Farewell tour with them to Iwakuni. We made it to Korea and the Phillipines, just an awesome time! Semper Fi to all who served the A6 Intruder. |
Thursday, 16th April 2009 8:01:43 PM |
Name: Elaine Allman |
Squadron: Civilian |
Message: Hello. I am doing some reseach on a photo/poster of the Blue Angels flying over the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, California in 1989. It is signed by all the Angels. Fight Leader, CDR Pat Moneymaker, Right Wing, CAPT. Kevin J. Lauver, Left Wing, LCDR Doug McClain, Slot, LCDR Mark Ziegler, Lead Solo, LCDR Cliff Skelton, Opposing Solo, Lt. Lee Grawn, Narrator, Lt. Matt Seamon and Events Coordinator, Lt Bruce Dillard. Does anyone know where these individuals are located? I am not sure I have made a discover or not,either way, it is a very nice and interesting historical photo. I can be reached at ceallman@comcast.net. Thanks |
Monday, 13 April 2009 10:55:03 AM |
Name: Terry Chandler |
Squadron: VA-165 |
Message: I was a Boomer from 75-79. Worked AF and Crude Crew. Was in CC with Hal Barns, Brent Stone, Pete Piasa, George Johnson. |
Saturday, 11th April 2009 10:44:02 AM |
Name: Kim Brockhoff |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: Served in 85 from 71-74 in the powerplants shop and pp troubleshooter on last cruise aboard the Forrestal. Would like to hear from any 85 guys who served during this period.Made one hell of alot of friends on these cruises and at Oceana and can kick myself for not keeping up with them. Have found a few on Together We Served. (a great website) Email me !! Would love to hear from you. |
Saturday, 11th April 2009 2:31:14 PM |
Name: Rodney Rondeau |
Squadron: VMA (AW)242 |
Message: I served with 242 at MCAS EL TORO from Oct.72 until June 74. These were some of the best years of my life.Hope to here from some of the old crew. i was an Aviation Electrician. |
Friday, 10th April 2009 9:06:29 PM |
Name: Bob Koceja |
Squadron: VMA(aw)242 |
Message: Started out in jan-Oct'69 with VMA(aw)121 at Cherry Point Jan-sept'70 with
VMA(aw)242 DaNang under LT Col Lewis who loved to have squadron "Beer Busts" 242 raotated back to the states. I was transferred for a week with VMA(aw)225 (a short time TAD with Helos) afterwhich '71-72 EL Toro. Worked in metal shop. |
Wednesday, 8th April 2009 6:32:58 AM |
Name: olsen |
Squadron: va196and va128 |
Message: was with va196 from1972 to 1975 then va128 till 1977 was a AE anyone know me |
Monday, 6th April 2009 10:04:51 AM |
Name: Richard (DICK) Brooks |
Squadron: VA-85-65-176 |
Message: Retired from the T-BOLTS in 1992 as the MMCPO. Living in Ohio by Lake Erie. Fishing, Boating, and Drinking lots of Beer. Miss the Intruder and people!!! |
Saturday, 4th April 2009 10:55:36 AM |
Name: Richard (DICK) Brooks |
Squadron: VA 85, 65, 176. |
Message: Retired in May 1992. Really miss the old INTRUDER and especially the Super Maint. GUYS that kept them flying. Living in OHIO now on Lake Erie, Doing a lot of fishing ( WALLEYE) and Beer (ANY BRAND) drinking. Any old T-bolts or Intruder Guys contact me!!!!
Dick Brooks AFCM(AW) Retired |
Thursday, 2nd April 2009 3:32:49 AM |
Name: Joe Smith |
Squadron: |
Message: I live in South Goa on the West Coast of India, in my garden I have a wingtip of an aeroplane. My landlord, a fisherman, tells me he pulled it from the sea about 10 years ago..
An identification plate gives the aircraft model A-6E and the part number 1280SP12151-9.
There is also a serial number 2193, obviously stamped on on site with a punch. I was wondering whether this number could identify the individual aircraft and discover its fate and that of its crew. |
Tuesday, 31st March 2009 11:56:12 AM |
Name: Joe Savadge |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: Was a Personnelman in VA-35 from 1981 to 1984. Still say it was my best command. A lot of awesome memories serving with VA-35. |
Saturday, 28th March 2009 7:22:18 PM |
Name: Bobby "Andy" Anderson |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: Med Cruises- 78 and the 79/80..
Looking for the AE-SHOP... |
Friday, 27th March 2009 12:05:56 PM |
Name: Ruth |
Squadron: Dad was in VA 196 |
Message: I am the proud daughter of Capt Joseph Gallagher. Who was the first to successfully bail out of the old Spade AD plane over Vietnam. He is still living and doing well. We were stationed at Lemoore NAS from 1964-1966. I would love to have pictures of the the squadron from that time. |
Monday, 23rd March 2009 8:23:34 PM |
Name: robert moody |
Squadron: VA-55 |
Message: Wow has it been that long???? retired army reserve yeah i know army, 2 tours to iraq, now civil service in Jacksonville working on EA6B'S, have another old warhorse working with me still have my ball cap and i wear it with pride, God bless each and everyone of you, |
Sunday, 22nd March 2009 7:13:00 PM |
Name: John Belaire |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 533 |
Message: Just wanted to give a shout out to all those "Lifetakers and Heartbreakers" out there. I was also in 224 and 242. But by far, my Far East tour was the most memorable. I sure do miss the Ole A-6. Man how I used to love stealing parts off of the Navy A-6's in Cubi Pt. just so we could keep our pigs flying. Semper Fi! |
Saturday, 21st March 2009 10:20:25 AM |
Name: Phillip Moss |
Squadron: VA-25 |
Message: "Digger" Morrow/VA-196 KIA was Admin. and I was Pers. in VA-25 at Oceana !954-56 flying the AD-6. Good stick! |
Thursday, 19th March 2009 9:36:02 PM |
Name: Arbra W. Pierce "AW" |
Squadron: VA42,VAH123,VA128,VA52,VA196 |
Message: I was the very first A6 P/C on west coast just before Frank Dunn.That was when we practice bombing dinosaurs.I look at these dates.I sure feel old.Any body seen/heard from poss.last i seen him was in Lemoore,Calif when I retired in 77.just hiding out here in Oklahoma. namvetx4awp@hughes.net |
Friday, 13 March 2009 5:11:52 PM |
Name: Al Varsolona |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: Hi! I was part of the squadron during 1967-1969. In the AE shop. Aboard U.S.S. ENTERPRISE during her westpac cruise. Any squadronmates e-mail me if you want. |
Friday, 13 March 2009 3:34:04 PM |
Name: Don Milton |
Squadron: VA-52 |
Message: I joined VA-52 in Feb 1969 while they were on station.We flew out to the USS Coral Sea from Cubi Point in a C-2 Greyhound.I was an AQFAN.You had to climb a ladder to get to the shop up off the hangar bay.There wasn't enough room in squadron berthing ,so they put the new guys with the ship's guided missle berthing.
There are alot of VA-52 pictures on a site called classmates.com.Reid Johnson,
who was an AT has posted them,names and all.Try the USS Kitty Hawk community.
I've posted some too and have alot more to post.I'm still in touch with Dave Smailes and Chris Berry, both AQ's.
Cliff Booth an AQ died June 01, 2007 in Akron ,Ohio.
Drop me a line on the net.I'm still
in Wheeling,West Virginia working for the city.I'm an electrician and traffic light technician.I've been retired from the Seabees since 2003.I was a
Construction Electrician 1st Class in the reserves.Always made the board , never selected cpo. |
Monday, 9th March 2009 12:57:41 AM |
Name: Bill Lynes |
Squadron: VA-304 |
Message: I was in VA-304 for April 1991 to October 1993(Retired) I took Master Chief Mike Phelps place as Command Serior Chief then move on to QA Chief and then Training Chief. It was an interesting tour. All the best to ALL who served. Bill |
Sunday, 8th March 2009 3:43:42 PM |
Name: John Phillips |
Squadron: VA 165 Boomers |
Message: I served 1982 1985 3rd class turn mech on Ranger to 2nd class cdi on kitty hawk Boomers Forever go hard go long go strong later on Phillips |
Sunday, 8th March 2009 3:43:54 PM |
Name: John Phillips |
Squadron: VA 165 Boomers |
Message: I served 1982 1985 3rd class turn mech on Ranger to 2nd class cdi on kitty hawk Boomers Forever go hard go long go strong later on Phillips |
Sunday, 8th March 2009 9:03:43 PM |
Name: Jeff Cooper |
Squadron: Va-35 |
Message: Looking for any of the guys out in the ordinance shack 91-94 |
Sunday, 8th March 2009 9:48:32 PM |
Name: Steve Brinker |
Squadron: VA 65 |
Message: I was a plane captain from 1965 to 1968 I served aboard Constellation in '66 and Forrestal in '67. Anyone interested in reunion information please give me a shout. Love to have any of you Intruder guys as a guest at one of our reunions |
Sunday, 8th March 2009 8:59:49 PM |
Name: Jeff Cooper |
Squadron: Va-35 |
Message: Looking for any of the guys out in the ordinance shack 91-94 |
Wednesday, 4th March 2009 10:13:32 PM |
Name: Floyd Lenartowicz |
Squadron: VA 35 |
Message: looking for guys I served with from April 10 1967 thru Jan 4 1971. was aboard USS Enterprise and USS Coral Sea. |
Wednesday, 4th March 2009 10:12:47 PM |
Name: Floyd Lenartowicz |
Squadron: VA 35 |
Message: looking for guys I served with from April 10 1967 thru Jan 4 1971. was aboard USS Enterprise and USS Coral Sea. |
Tuesday, 3rd March 2009 12:51:15 PM |
Name: mugu |
Squadron: |
Message: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx |
Saturday, 28th February 2009 2:09:39 PM |
Name: Mark P. LeGassey |
Squadron: VMAT (AW) 202 |
Message: 1974 to 1976
Aircrew survival equipmentman, My boss was ssgt pajak, and sgt rast. I am looking challenge coins for vmat 202 and also vma 121 at cherry point. any help would be appreciated, had a wonderfull time at 202, lost some very nice and talented pilots and BN. if anyone knows of the whereabouts of ssgt pajak, please email me.
Semper Fi |
Saturday, 28th February 2009 1:59:09 PM |
Name: Mark P. LeGassey |
Squadron: VMAT (AW) 202 |
Message: 1974 to 1976
Aircrew survival equipmentman, My boss was ssgt pajak, and sgt rast. I am looking challenge coins for vmat 202 and also vma 121 at cherry point. any help would be appreciated, had a wonderfull time at 202, lost some very nice and talented pilots and BN. if anyone knows of the whereabouts of ssgt pajak, please email me.
Semper Fi |
Friday, 27th February 2009 1:54:14 AM |
Name: Lenny Shores |
Squadron: VA-196;VA-128;VA-95;VA-115;VA-185 |
Message: Intruders forever! It is great to find this sight. Thanks Buzz! I wish you fairwinds and following seas. We share a awesome heritage of service together. I am so proud to have been such a very small part of the Intruder community. Blessings to all! To some . . Stumpy and others TAZ |
Thursday, 19th February 2009 6:36:19 PM |
Name: Michael Rutledge |
Squadron: VA 55/35/34 |
Message: Hey Ya'll,
IYAOYA!!!!!!!!!!
Medically retired in '96
go figure a red shirt in A6's with back problems
|
Friday, 13 February 2009 1:02:14 PM |
Name: David Raymond Velasquez |
Squadron: VA-165 Boomers |
Message: This was my first Navy Command out of AZ A school then on to VA-128FRAMP-I worked in Maintenance Control as an avaition maintanance adminstrationman.
My time served was 1982-1986
two westpacs and a beach det.in PI under my belt with the boomers.
I see a static display every day during my drive on board M.C.A.S. Miramar
the old A-6 many a night watch I spent looking at these birds and washing them.
To all my old shipmates I wish you all a great life and remember I am so proud to be
an old A-6 Sailor.
AZC (Ret.) David Velasquez
|
Wednesday, 11th February 2009 8:25:10 PM |
Name: Robert "Al Haig" May |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 121 |
Message: Once a knight is not enough. |
Sunday, 8th February 2009 8:27:09 PM |
Name: AL Almore |
Squadron: VMA(AW)224 |
Message: I was a flight deck (metal-smith)trouble shooter for VMA-224 aboard the USS Coral Sea in Viet Nam Nov 1971 to June 1972. I would like to hear from fellow sqadron members, Hosea Devilia,
Randy Haffer, Harold Matthew Bryant. I would like to hear from any member of 224 for that time period. |
Friday, 6th February 2009 11:35:38 PM |
Name: Tim Mickey |
Squadron: VA-52 |
Message: AVIATION ORDNANCEMAN 3RD CLASS VA-52 1970-1974. 3 CATS, 3 TRAPS. KA-6D ON THE KITTYHAWK. |
Friday, 6th February 2009 11:22:24 PM |
Name: Tim Mickey |
Squadron: VA-52 |
Message: AVIATION ORDNANCEMAN 3RD CLASS VA-52 1970-1974. 3 CATS, 3 TRAPS. KA-6D ON THE KITTYHAWK. |
Friday, 6th February 2009 6:59:45 PM |
Name: Art Keen |
Squadron: VA-52 |
Message: I'm LCDR B. Keen's son listed on your IN MEMORY page. I'm a recently retired army LTC and currently live in Boise, Idaho. Thank you for putting together this page. It means a lot to me and my family. Note: Dad had just returned from Vietnam where he received the Silver Star (Kitty Hawk, VA-52). We were and are so proud of him.
God bless you all,
Art Keen
208-409-9415
|
Thursday, 5th February 2009 10:23:50 AM |
Name: MARK WHITWORTH |
Squadron: VA-65 TIGERS |
Message: VA-65 REUNION/SEPT.11-12-13,2009/CHAMBERSBURG,PA.PLEASE CONTACT(STEVE BRINKER)AT skbrink@embarqmail.com OR (765)345-9302 FOR REUNION INFORMATION.HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE! |
Thursday, 5th February 2009 10:19:09 AM |
Name: MARK WHITWORTH |
Squadron: VA-65 TIGERS |
Message: I WAS AN AMS-3 IN THE AIRFRAMES SHOP FROM 166 TO 1970.I MADE PART OF THE CONSTELLATION CRUISE,ALL OF THE FORRESTAL CRUISE AND ALL OF THE KITTYHAWK CRUISE.I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANY AND ALL FORMER SHIPMATES! |
Tuesday, 3rd February 2009 11:48:18 PM |
Name: Art Keen |
Squadron: VA-52 |
Message: I'm LCDR B. Keen's son listed on your IN MEMORY page. I'm a recently retired army LTC and currently live in Boise, Idaho.
Thank you for putting together this page. It means a lot to me and my family. Note: Dad had just returned from Vietnam where he received the Silver Star (Kitty Hawk, VA-52). We were and are so proud of him.
God bless you all,
Art Keen
(208) 409-9415 |
Tuesday, 3rd February 2009 11:29:00 PM |
Name: Art Keen |
Squadron: VA-52 |
Message: I'm the son of LCDR B. Keen listed on your IN MEMORY page. I was 11 years old living on Whidbey Island when he was killed. I recently retired as a LTC from the army and live in Boise, Idaho. Thank you for putting the page together. It means a lot to the families.
Note: Dad had just been awarded the Silver Star while serving in VA-52 on the Kitty Hawk. We were and still are so proud of him!
God bless you all,
Art Keen
(208) 409-9415 |
Saturday, 31st January 2009 7:55:48 PM |
Name: Dave Funderburg |
Squadron: VA-52 |
Message: I was with VA-52 1969 to 1971, Cruise from Approximately Oct 1969 to June 1970. I worked in the NAS Whidbey Isl AMD DIV. I repaired the DIANE system. Worked at the CMA Bench. Rate: AQ "Aviation Fire Control Technician" Rank E-4. Today (1-31-09) the USS Kitty Hawk is being De-Commissioned. Too Bad.. Best Squadron ever VA-52. |
Friday, 30th January 2009 2:23:01 AM |
Name: Siggy |
Squadron: none |
Message: Anyone out there know when the A-6 carried the ADM-141 decoy drone missiles and if so what units used them? Was there a VK-196 emblem that looks like the "Pukin Dogs" emblem?
E mail me please at
WeBeEmblems@aol.com
Thank you!!! |
Saturday, 24th January 2009 5:04:04 PM |
Name: AQ3 Alan Zimmerman |
Squadron: VA-165 |
Message: Boomer AQ from 1971-1975. Made 2 cruises aboard the Connie to Westpac. Made alot of friends back in those days. Would be nice to hear from some of you. A reunion would be better. When I see the pics of the USS Constellation sitting idle in the Bremerton gohst berth makes me think back to the early 70's when that ship was jump'in with activity! |
Friday, 23rd January 2009 3:17:06 PM |
Name: Ronald Barrie |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: 1st time on this web site,I was in VA-35 from 1965 1968 aboard the Enterprise cvn65. I was in the ordanace shop.I will be joining real soon. |
Wednesday, 21st January 2009 10:51:03 PM |
Name: Vince Seiferd |
Squadron: VA-176 |
Message: I was the Gunner in the Thunderbolts '81 -'84. Retired as a CDR in 2001 after 30 years playing with ordnance. Working for the Navy at NS Everett, WA. Have a home in Green Cove Springs, FL (30 miles South of Jax) and will be retiring there after this tour (Dec 2010). Am anxious to hear from old shipmates. |
Wednesday, 21st January 2009 8:39:16 AM |
Name: Mike Walker |
Squadron: VMAT-202, VMA-533 |
Message: Hey all. I was in 202 from 72 to 77 with a stint in Iwakuni and Cubi in 533 stuck in between.
If you ain't Fire Control, you ain't ---t.
T-bone was the nickname if you don't remember my name. |
Sunday, 18th January 2009 4:45:59 AM |
Name: Hockenberry,Calvin C. |
Squadron: U.S.N - Seabee's |
Message: Hi:
I am looking for anyone who served aboard the U.S.S Shenandoah between 1971-1974 and was sent on classified mission to Viet-Nam who might remember me. I specialised in explosive expert and heavy equipment operator outside of DeNang.I am a Disabled Vet diagnosed with acient orange and diebetes type-2 trying to get my disability. My documents and medical records seemed to come up missing or destroyed. I need your help by having someone come forward who remembers me |
Thursday, 8th January 2009 8:40:05 PM |
Name: Dan Collura |
Squadron: VA35 AW8 USS Nimitz |
Message: I am proud to have served with so many distinguished men. At the time, AW8 was the tip of the spear. Our Airwing produced admirals, test pilots, FWS instructors, Blue Angels, etc. These are some of the top officers I have served with: John Pieno, Mike Luecke, Ralph "Benny" Suggs, Hardin White, Lou Lalli, Paul Cash, Don Owens, Mike French, Mike Vogt, Steve Richmond, to name a few. All combat veterans and all with 500+ traps. When I was in university one of my professors was a WW2 leading ace having shot down 15 Japanese airplanes, Naval Aviator CDR Carl Brown. CDR Brown had over 1,000 carrier arrested landings. After reading about Carl's combat experience I said to him "You were lucky to survive WW2." He replied to me "Flying in combat was one thing but I was extremely lucky to survive over one thousand traps." That kind of says it all. // Break! Break!// Hey guys, I'm a 22 year captain at Continental Airlines and I retired flying C9's. LOL! Hey, Benny, remember you told me "Dan, are you sure that you want to go from the fast lane to the off ramp!" LOL! Well, I sure made more $$$ in the civilian world. You guys are still my heros. I mean no disrespect to other Navy Pilots but the guys I served with are some of the finest Naval Aviators and officers this nation has produced. I thank you for your service to country and again, I'm proud to have served with you.//Break! Break!//Hey guys, I'm a 22 year captain with Continental Airlines (non scab). Hopefully I see you around some time. |
Sunday, 4th January 2009 1:29:22 PM |
Name: James Fitch |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 242 |
Message: From '85 - '90
3 WESTPACs
Fire Control
Semper Fi |
Sunday, 4th January 2009 12:28:45 AM |
Name: DARYL WORLEY |
Squadron: VA-165 BOOMERS |
Message: I was assigned to the Boomers from 1985-1990 as a Plane Captain and Ordnanceman, "BEST TOUR" of my 24 year career. Worked hard and played hard! I have a lot of greast memories of that tour! Daryl Worley, AOCS Retired, USN |
Saturday, 27th December 2008 8:41:22 PM |
Name: Andy |
Squadron: |
Message: never been in the military but no matter. thank you to all who are/were. the A6 has been one of my favourites for as long as i can remember. I went to look for a model of one and was told by the hobby shop guy that its been out of production for several years. I found one at a souviner shop in Corpus Christi TX this past weekend, and sure enough, the date on the box was 1994. A hard to find model of a hard to beat bird. thank you to the association, the website looks great, i will be using it often. Im wondering if anyone can answer a question...why is the BN seat offset from the pilot? seems odd to me to build it that way. |
Friday, 26th December 2008 10:35:47 AM |
Name: Greg Van Hof |
Squadron: VA-165/52 |
Message: '77-'81: Ordnance Chief/FDC in VA-165.
'86-'89: Gunner in VA-52.
Broke my heart to see them drop all those good airframes overboard off the coast of Florida. Nothing ever carried heavy metal better... |
Saturday, 20th December 2008 2:30:56 PM |
Name: Larry Benator |
Squadron: |
Message: Unfortunaly I did not have the opportunity to become a Naval Aviator, but have always been interested in all aspects of military aviation. I am a collector of diecast military aircraft and came upon this site while doing research on an A-6 I recently obtained. This particular A-6, aircraft AJ500, was attached to VA 35 Black Panthers on board the USS Nimitz.
Any information anyone could offer about this plane and possibly the crew would be greatly appreciated.
And finally, thank you to all A-6 crews for everything you have done for our country. |
Sunday, 14th December 2008 2:05:54 AM |
Name: Jerry Sayas |
Squadron: H&MS 11/242/225 |
Message: Search & Track radar tech in Da Nang from Dec 69 to July 71. Worked the line on radar and DIANE. Served on USS America CVA 66 VA 165 Jan 70 to May 70. |
Thursday, 4th December 2008 9:54:11 PM |
Name: John Turner |
Squadron: VA 165 |
Message: Just wondering if anyone knows if there is a reunion planned for anytime soon?
Would like to see some of my old shipmates. |
Monday, 1st December 2008 6:17:26 PM |
Name: Janice Hayes |
Squadron: VA128, VMA(AW)533 |
Message: Looking at this site is a nice walk down memory lane. It was nice to see Boxman's entries. He was the CO at VA128 and at Cubi. He is missed. Going to "T" Toms memorial on the 9th. |
Sunday, 30th November 2008 7:14:11 PM |
Name: Ed Crenshaw |
Squadron: VA-196 |
Message: Was in VA-196 from 1970-73, worked in AE shop and was also Flight Deck troubleshooter (AE) 1 Westpac on USS Ranger and two on USS Enterprise. Got out in 1973 went back home later joined Navy Seabees, retired in 1997. |
Friday, 28th November 2008 8:26:01 PM |
Name: Ronald Humphrey |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: Served aboard the USS Kitty Hawk and USS America -- late 1967 to September 1968 as an AQB2. Gosh it's good to see so many names, and read the messages. Anyone heard of BN Michael Christian of "Mike's flag" fame? I was working the flight deck as a troubleshooter the day he got shot down and captured. He ocassionally enjoyed tinkering with the systems to see if I could make a timely repair so the mission could continue.. He was one of the good ones! Heard he died in the 80's in a house fire. |
Wednesday, 26th November 2008 7:28:25 PM |
Name: rick strong |
Squadron: va42,34 ,176 and Matwingone |
Message: Was on the site loking for old friends found a few. Retired in 94 from the E2 wing in Norfolk after 22 of 30 years in the Intruder at Oceana. Would love to hear from old shipmates. Gunner |
Monday, 24th November 2008 8:25:23 PM |
Name: Frank Nelson |
Squadron: VA-75 |
Message: Looking for info on Lt. Richard C. Nelson, shot down over NV on 6 March 1968. If you knew him and have any info please contact me, thanks.
fnelsonm@msn.com
F.M. Nelson ATCS/AW
USN-Ret |
Saturday, 22nd November 2008 10:17:00 PM |
Name: John Herndon |
Squadron: VA-65, VA-36, VA-42, MATWINGONE |
Message: Poking around the website and looking to for names I recognize. It's fun to see how the site has evolved over the years.
Johnny H |
Thursday, 20th November 2008 6:44:20 PM |
Name: Dan Schrader |
Squadron: VA-165 |
Message: As I grow older, I try to look back on meaningful times in my life. I admit that the time I spent serving my country has to be near the top of the list. I am proud of my service and equally as proud to have been involved in such a great community. God Bless You ALL and may God watch over tour troops still serving. |
Tuesday, 18th November 2008 5:35:46 PM |
Name: Frank Nelson |
Squadron: n/a |
Message: Greetings, looking for info on CDR. Richard C. Nelson who was with VA-75, and was killed while flying over Vietnam on March 1968. This is for Remembrance info to be posted on his profile on NTWS. Any info you have would be most appreciated. Thank you,
Frank M. Nelson ATCS/AW USN-Ret
fnelsonm@msn.com |
Monday, 10th November 2008 8:58:46 AM |
Name: Joe Yuna |
Squadron: VA-55 |
Message: Saw a few old shipmates names here, but a lot are missing..."Rip" Larry Von Schiebel, "Benny " Suggs, Perry Forester, "Worm" Henson, McMahon, "Mouse" Miko,......and John Lehman....
Great outfit...great times...great aircraft...legendary aircrew...and magicians that were mechanics...played hard, worked hard, fought hard...and that what naval aviation was all about.
Fuzed bombs on target first pass...all else pales out here in CIVLANTFLT. Miss the dedication from the top down to the new airman duece. And when you have the SECNAV throwing down beers and serving up dogs to the crew after a hard days flying, well no CEO can ever match that level of humility and teamwork.
The plastic Hornet will never replace the Intruder...we need another dedicated attack aircraft that can press home in all weather, day or night and with the same pilots who could outfly any fighter pilot, and get down to the hard deck less than 100 feet...ripples in the underwing skin...well that was an attack squadron.
Retired 1996, went to the KSA for 8 1/2 years, and returned to 3 defense programs from sub-, to surfrace-, and now back to military aviation (FMS Saudi AWACS).
Miss the VA-55 maintainers most of all...they were the best of their generation. Nobody worked harder or smarter or as a team than those sailors I came to love and miss the most.
Anytime, anywhere...god, you have to love those days and the men who made a Grumman legend famous from the 'Nam till their retirement from active service.
"Fighter pilots make movies, but attack guys make history." And in that closing quote, I leave that altruism for those new attack squadrons to carry on that same tradition. |
Tuesday, 4th November 2008 12:57:29 AM |
Name: Kris Odel |
Squadron: |
Message: Anybody out there know how to get in touch with Steve "Bull" Bulwicz. Last time I saw him he was Wing Safety at NAS Whidbey. I heard he was flying for Northwest Airlines now. |
Wednesday, 22nd October 2008 2:11:30 PM |
Name: Frank Hammond |
Squadron: VA52 |
Message: I was in VA52 from 02/69 - 06/71. I was a plane captain. I retired in April 1995 as an ASCS. Anybody remember Hambone? Drop me a line. |
Friday, 17th October 2008 1:56:41 AM |
Name: Johnny Signor |
Squadron: |
Message: Anyone out there know what a patch that looks like VF-143 BUT has title VK-196 is about??? Please contact me if you do,I think it has to do with VA-196's A-6 not sure,patch also has motto "Flyin Cats" HELP!!!!!
WeBeEmblems@aol.com
|
Wednesday, 15th October 2008 10:57:14 PM |
Name: artgal |
Squadron: VA128 |
Message: opps sorry but the previous message had a typo in my email address. It is
artgal3@gmail.com if you want to repond to my request.
Thanks, Artgal
---------------
I was a female officer stationed at the NRC in Seattle and dated a pilot from VA128 from 1985-1991. His name was Kurt Scheider who is now out of the navy and flying for some airline. I am writing a book about some aspects of navy life and wanted to include some information about pilots (their life, dets, ups and downs, fun events) from NAS Whidbey and I am trying to get in touch with any pilots that were there around that timeframe. I am now of course retired from the navy and I am an author. HELP? |
Tuesday, 14th October 2008 8:40:13 PM |
Name: John Modlin |
Squadron: VA-75 |
Message: I was AQ-2. |
Monday, 13 October 2008 10:52:34 PM |
Name: Mule Dog, aka Donnie Herrin |
Squadron: VMFA-232/112 |
Message: I went to flight school in '78 with Jack Grimes. He went A-6s as a BN and I to Phantoms as a RIO. Jack was from the Carolinas and am pretty sure he stayed or went back there after getting out the Corps. I think he was eventually stationed at Cherry Point after the RAG but not sure. I'm heading to Durham in a couple of weeks and thought I'd look him up if I can find 'em. Any A-6 guys or squadron mates know of Jack's whereabouts?
mule dog...out.
|
Thursday, 9th October 2008 12:50:24 PM |
Name: Dave Nordholm |
Squadron: VMA ( AW ) 242 |
Message: I was with the 242 in El Toro from 76 till 78. Bob Glass, Dave Kapprel and that bunch. Bob Date and Don Slade, John Hall.What a great bunch of folks.If anyone keeps up with them, tell em I said "Hello". I just made contact with Marsh Crider.
Semper Fi |
Wednesday, 8th October 2008 3:35:11 PM |
Name: Mark Lynn |
Squadron: VA-55 |
Message: I was an AME3 final checker. I made the last two cruises of the Coral Sea. Before that was VA-42 (many El Centro Dets bringing Corona beers back in cruise boxes in the Tic). Spent time in the line shack, seat shop and 'Pawn's Mess' well as the Warhorse seat shop and with their final checkers. Fun times. Hard to explain to others the smile I get when remembering those days. |
Friday, 3rd October 2008 4:44:04 PM |
Name: Guy Nasuti |
Squadron: 196 |
Message: Looking for photos of VA-196 off the USS Constellation in 1967. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Guy Nasuti
Photo Editor
Weider History Group
19300 Promenade Dr.
Leesburg, Va. 20176
703-779-8329 Phone
guy.nasuti@weiderhistorygroup.com |
Friday, 3rd October 2008 10:52:55 AM |
Name: Bill Kriegel,D.O. |
Squadron: VA-65 |
Message: I was AQ shop,flightdeck troubleshooter,77-80. Met alot of great people who sifnificantly influenced my life. Proud to have served. Would love to hear anyone in squadron. |
Monday, 29th September 2008 2:09:56 PM |
Name: Tim McCandless |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 533 |
Message: I was with VMA (AW) 533 from 89 - 92. Served in Desert Storm under Lt. Col Cummings I believe. The entire experience with 533 was awesome -- wouldn't trade it for the world. I'd love to hear from anyone I served with. Semper Fi! |
Monday, 29th September 2008 2:09:12 PM |
Name: Tim McCandless |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 533 |
Message: I was with VMA (AW) 533 from 89 - 92. Served in Desert Storm under Lt. Col Cummings I believe. The entire experience with 533 was awesome -- wouldn't trade it for the world. I'd love to hear from anyone I served with. Semper Fi! |
Saturday, 27th September 2008 6:41:44 AM |
Name: Joe |
Squadron: none just interested |
Message: Fascinating site about a great aircraft |
Wednesday, 24th September 2008 11:04:42 AM |
Name: Guy Nasuti |
Squadron: NA |
Message: I'm looking for photos of the USS Constellation off coast of Vietnam and also photos of Squadron 96 and A-6A Intruders, as well as any photos of Lt. Robert J. Flynn, POW on Aug. 21, 1967 and held by the Chinese for 2,032 days.
These images will be used in an article on Flynn for the January 09 issue of "Vietnam" magazine.
Thank you,
Guy Nasuti
Photo Editor
Weider History Group
19300 Promenade Dr.
Leesburg, Va. 20176
703-779-8329 phone
guy.nasuti@weiderhistorygroup.com |
Wednesday, 17th September 2008 2:07:26 AM |
Name: Jan Nenstiel |
Squadron: VA-128 |
Message: I was an IS2 stationed at the RTIO (Radar Targeting Intelligence Office). I was there from 1980-1982. Is there anyone who worked in the RTIO during that timeframe? |
Wednesday, 17th September 2008 6:54:35 PM |
Name: Jim Goodman |
Squadron: VA-65 |
Message: Worked on these fine machines as an AT in the mid-80s at Oceana and on the '87 Coral Sea Med Cruise.
Awesome site - glad to have happened upon it! |
Saturday, 6th September 2008 1:10:28 AM |
Name: Leon Watkins |
Squadron: USMC 4641 |
Message: Keep Me Up On The Latest |
Saturday, 6th September 2008 10:53:51 AM |
Name: Dan Montano |
Squadron: VA-185 ORDIES |
Message: Hey Any of you Va 185 ordies out there?
Hey gunner Where You Write Have it rough out here in the Cilvilian world
(f#!*en ) CilvilianS
need a ear to vent |
Monday, 1st September 2008 7:44:51 PM |
Name: Mike Boerner |
Squadron: VMA(AW)224 |
Message: Short tour w/Bengals - got snagged for Recruiting Duty. Did WESPAC 83 & Teamwork 84 (Bodo, Norway)under LtCol RG Hoopes, best CO ever. |
Sunday, 31st August 2008 7:03:15 AM |
Name: John Thompson |
Squadron: VA-65 |
Message: Joined VA-65 Jan. 1966 Left Nov. 1969.
Was adjan when I came into the squadron , anadj2 when I seperated active duty in 69.
Made two westpac cruises, The Forrestal in 1967 and the Kitty Hawk in 1969. |
Tuesday, 26th August 2008 2:28:00 AM |
Name: Michael Thurber |
Squadron: VA-95,65,185,115 |
Message: It was the finest days of my naval career to be serving with Intruders. If only I had a nickel for every pound of weapons I loaded. From Petty Officer to Gunner with these great instruments of policy. |
Friday, 22nd August 2008 12:59:23 AM |
Name: ANTHONYPAUZA |
Squadron: VA- 129/145/155/52 |
Message: HI ALL LOST TOUCH WITH EVERYONE WHEN I GOT STATION AT POINT MUGU CLOSED THE DOORS ON 3 A6 SQUADRONS AND HAD NO MORE PLACES TO GO BOY I MISS WHIDBEY |
Friday, 22nd August 2008 12:47:39 AM |
Name: AMH1 ANTHONY PAUZA |
Squadron: VA-52 |
Message: HI I WAS IN THE SQUADRON WHEN IT DICONMISSIONED ANYONE OUT THERE REMEMBER ME IM STILL OK WORKING HARD DOWN IN CALIFORNIA |
Tuesday, 19th August 2008 5:43:56 PM |
Name: Bassett |
Squadron: VA-128 |
Message: Looking for informtion on locating the plane I worked on. 515 (152626). If you have any please let me know
Thank you |
Sunday, 17th August 2008 7:11:10 PM |
Name: Rich Potterf |
Squadron: VA-75 |
Message: I posted a slide show earlier but the address won't get anyone in. Go to slide.com and then search saratogamedcruz75-77. Let me know if it comes up. tnx |
Thursday, 7th August 2008 2:22:56 PM |
Name: DWIGHT S. PELKEY |
Squadron: VA-34 BLUE BLASTERS |
Message: I WAS AN "AE" ABOARD THE U.S.S. KENNEDY MADE TWO MED CRUISES. THIS WAS BETWEEN 1970 AND 1972. IF ANY GUYS ARE OUT THERE EMAIL ME. IT'S BEEN A LONG TIME. |
Wednesday, 30th July 2008 7:16:21 PM |
Name: Rookie Word |
Squadron: 196, 128, 115, 176 |
Message: What a year. Ups and downs. We lost Boxman, an absolute legend. Lord knows we loved him. Thanks so much to Barbara and her recounting of the burial at sea. Thank you so much.
Then a fantastic reunion in San Diego. Bravo Zulu to those who put it together. It was absolutely fantastic! Ready 5 never looked so good on Midway. Don't miss it. Can't wait for DC in 2010.
Only one thing wrong with the Intruder Association website....I spend too much time on it. A-6s Forever!!! |
Friday, 25th July 2008 2:29:56 AM |
Name: Adam |
Squadron: N/A |
Message: Too bad I was never old enough to fly this jet I love it. Flight of the Intruder best movie ever. Love Intruder pilots thanks for your service |
Friday, 25th July 2008 12:46:28 PM |
Name: Jeff McCartney |
Squadron: VMAT 202 ,VMA 224&332 |
Message: Just check the Web site |
Thursday, 24th July 2008 8:42:28 AM |
Name: Becky (Burt) Hagemann |
Squadron: VA-128 |
Message: Served in VA-128 from JUL 1986-FEB 1990. Also served as an NDI tech at Diego Garcia, PMRF Barking Sands HI, as a Detailer in Wash D.C. I then moved to VAQ-135 Prowlers as the A-6 was decommissioning. I was commissioned in 135 and served tours with VAQ-131, AIMD WI, Ships company USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VAQ-134, and am transfering to FRC NW. I recently picked up LCDR and will more than likely pin it on in MAR 09. |
Sunday, 20th July 2008 10:41:32 AM |
Name: William Gilbert |
Squadron: VA-75 |
Message: I served with VA-75 as an AO April 1973 - April 1977. Made two Med cruises aboard Saratoga. |
Saturday, 19th July 2008 12:20:45 PM |
Name: Rich Potterf |
Squadron: VA-75 |
Message: I was an AME with the Punchers from 10/72 in VietNam until I transfered to shore duty with VA-42 in 1976. I have a lot of slides of the two Med cruises after Vietnam and you can see them by googling Saratoga MedCruz 75-77. Hope you find them and I hope you enjoy them. I intend to put together a slide show of the Liberty Ports sometime in the near future. |
Monday, 14th July 2008 9:41:41 PM |
Name: Bill Deskin |
Squadron: VMA(AW)224/242 (twice) |
Message: One tour with 224 before they were the Bengals, two tours with 242 at DaNang, 67-71. Miss the aircraft, miss those that didn't come back and miss the friends made and lost. |
Sunday, 13 July 2008 5:14:34 AM |
Name: Tom Spicer |
Squadron: VMA(aw)533 |
Message: I was with the Hawks 89-91 |
Tuesday, 8th July 2008 10:06:31 PM |
Name: Bobby "Stormy" Cloud |
Squadron: VA-42, VA-34 |
Message: Line division 1971-1974, plane cap. on A-6 A,B,C,K,E. Had a great time with the guys, worked mainly nite check. saw the world, met some great guys, grew-up quick. Finally got my sea legs. We got it done. Hi to all the guys out there. |
Wednesday, 2nd July 2008 3:35:52 PM |
Name: ROSCOE CRAFT |
Squadron: VA-42, 35, 85 |
Message: HOWDIE METALSMITHS:
Was in VA-42 in 1965-1971, VA-85 from 1971-1975, VA-35 from 1975-1979.
Met a lot of great friends in the A6 community and now ran accross the first A6E we got in service setting here at Patuxant River Museum.. I live in Jax. FL. retired and loving it..
Steve Thomas e-mail me and all you other A6 fans..... |
Wednesday, 2nd July 2008 6:44:50 PM |
Name: michael watson |
Squadron: va65-35-85-115 [42] |
Message: was with va65 with the ad6 on return from med on cvan 65 - ocenia tdy to 42 as new squadrons were put together - 1963-66
looking for any and all who were with me in pp/line/ also looking for anyone aboard enterprise on return from med - last recovery i was blown off flight deck by an a4 pilot helped by a man in fueling station - mike |
Tuesday, 1st July 2008 3:54:21 PM |
Name: Tony Shalbert |
Squadron: VMA(AW)-224 |
Message: Former Marine A-6E AMH stationed in Cherry Point. Looking for any former Bengals, O's or E's.
Semper Fi
Shalbs
6053 A-6 AMH
6032 KC-130 Flight Engineer |
Friday, 27th June 2008 2:50:48 PM |
Name: MIKE SOBRAL |
Squadron: VA-42 |
Message: HEY DANA I WAS IN THE AME SHOP FROM 1978-1982. |
Wednesday, 25th June 2008 11:23:56 PM |
Name: Joseph Ramirez |
Squadron: VA-145 |
Message: Lost touch with squadron buddies. Served in Line Div. & Powerplants 1985-1989. I visited WA state, drove out to Whidbey via Bremerton and saw a sad site, Ranger decommissioned! Still remember all the good times, even Fallon. |
Wednesday, 25th June 2008 4:22:28 PM |
Name: Larry Thatcher |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: Served in VA-35 from 75-79. We have a pretty good group of guys from that era on an e-mail string. If you'd like to be included, drop me a line. We are trying to put a reunion together. |
Friday, 20th June 2008 9:20:15 AM |
Name: Carl W. Peters, M.D. |
Squadron: BN in VA-52, 1974-1977 |
Message: great web site. reminds me of how much I miss the cross-countries to Brunswick for Lobster -- oops! the high altitude training flights to keep proficient in airways proceedures. drop me a line if you're from the mid-70's time frame. anybody know the whereabouts of "ACE" or "Critter" or if the "U & I Gardens" by the traffic circle is still there? |
Friday, 20th June 2008 2:21:06 AM |
Name: Royce Fleitz (Hyperboy) |
Squadron: VA-115 |
Message: I was a Line dwag (Plane Captain) with Chief Planty. Never will forget Lt. "Hambone" Hamm or Lt. "Chowda" Dunn. May they rest in peace. Had the time of my life. Hard to believe I fly for a living now. Email me let's catch up. Many of us are going to the CV62 reunion in October down in Kentucky. |
Monday, 16th June 2008 12:35:47 AM |
Name: kurt mattson |
Squadron: va-196 |
Message: Was in VA-196 from 1984 to 1989 worked in the corrsion shop |
Sunday, 15th June 2008 3:30:03 PM |
Name: Mike Allen AKA Al |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 533 |
Message: March 67 to Dec 68. Just passing thru.
Waiting on a plane |
Friday, 13 June 2008 11:06:20 PM |
Name: Orlando (REZ) Resendez |
Squadron: VMA 533, 202, 224. VMAQ-4 |
Message: Semper Fi to all. Great to see all these familiar names and pictures that bring back good memories. I just came to pay homage to the workhorse that I worked on for over 10 years. She always was able to complete the mission. |
Tuesday, 10th June 2008 9:38:24 AM |
Name: Cameron Stanford |
Squadron: VA-42 |
Message: Awesome site!!!!!! |
Monday, 9th June 2008 4:57:45 PM |
Name: Mark Scott |
Squadron: VA52 |
Message: Very happy to find your Web site. Think I have lost track of all the guys in the Attack community. Hope to find some old shipmates from the old days. Spent my time on the line crew and the AQ shop while in VA52. |
Monday, 2nd June 2008 5:23:23 PM |
Name: Robert Sparnicht |
Squadron: |
Message: I had just stumbled upon your Association, having spent a good bit of times visiting the Gruman Aircraft Memorial web site. Being from a family of Gruman Men,(myself not included) I have a deep appreciation of the history. It might be of interest to yu'all to note that the 'Intruder' was named as such by my brother,John, in 1958.. an entry into a plane naming contest at Gruman. Go Navy! |
Monday, 26th May 2008 12:22:52 PM |
Name: William Borders (BooBoo) |
Squadron: VA145 |
Message: Was on the Ranger79-82. Line Div. Anyone out there? Lost touch with alot of my shipmates. Happy Memorial Day! |
Friday, 23rd May 2008 4:15:20 PM |
Name: Tdd Lamm |
Squadron: vma(aw)225/242 |
Message: I transpaced with '225 from Cherry Point to Danang in '69. I was a plane captain. Semper Fi |
Thursday, 22nd May 2008 10:06:40 PM |
Name: Felix Cosme |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: HOWDY GUYS, I WAS IN DURING 75-80.
AVONICS / AE SHOP REMEBER SOME OF THE GUYS IN 85'S SQUADON, DET IN ROSY ALWAYS ROCK & HIS BN MY BRANCH OFFICER HAS MY PRAYERS.MED SMITTY'S DRUNKEN JUMP OF FLIGT ELEVTOR DECK WHILE IN PORT (MARSILES)YA DUMMY!(WILD TURKEY ALWAYS WAS A MIND CHANGER!)ME, WELL I WORK FOR THE ARMY NOW GO FIGURE SATILL DOING ELECTRIC WORK TOO!HEY DROP ME A LINE. |
Monday, 19th May 2008 3:48:42 PM |
Name: R.J. Hobbie |
Squadron: VA-128 |
Message: I am the son of Richard Hobbie or "Hobbs". He was in VA-128 when he passed away in 1988. I was only six years old when he passed so If anybody knew him I would really like to chat with you and find out what my father was like. |
Tuesday, 13 May 2008 10:29:39 PM |
Name: Rob Eidsmoe |
Squadron: |
Message: I had heard that in the 1965-66 time frame that some guys in the A-6 RAG were tasked to fly to Alaska and bomb a freighter that was adrift somewhere up there. Does anyone have any info on that? |
Monday, 12th May 2008 6:38:52 PM |
Name: CHARLE'S WILSON HORTON JR. |
Squadron: VAQ-131 |
Message: I really like your web site. I served with VAQ-131 at NAS WHIDBEY ISLAND from September 1979-1982 and I switched job fields from Airdale to Blackshoe. When I worked for VAQ-131, I mostly worked out of Maintenance Administration. My direct boss was AZ1 Beniaga,AZ3 Al Rodriguez and about the last guy I really remember well was named Dave Pondegrass from Shreveport Louisiana. I remember; CDR. CHURCH, CDR. WEBBER, SKIPPER WALDEN,LT HAFFNER, LTJG NEWTON and quite a few others not too god at recalling their names. My main leading chief was ADCS HILLBURN. I would love very much to hear from someone from out there in my past. Thank you. |
Sunday, 11th May 2008 8:33:42 AM |
Name: Ralph (Shotgun) Winchester |
Squadron: VA-128 |
Message: I worked on the A6E in 1986 at NAS Whidbey Island.I hated to see the A6 retire i really do believe we didn't make movies we made history with that great plane. The day the last plane flew off of Whidbey Island I was able to get in touch with a friend who informed me of what was happening on Whidbey kinda wierd but that plane did a lot more than what it was suppose too. Made some life long friends. |
Saturday, 10th May 2008 10:22:50 AM |
Name: Don Furr |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: Served with VA-35 aboard the USS Enterprise from 1966 through 1969. Anyone remember "Hooters Intruders"?? |
Thursday, 8th May 2008 3:18:50 AM |
Name: Richard (red) Shawley |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: Just found site, was in 75-79, AD E-5, if any pilots/bn's, or any others cares to contact me, please do! I do remember rosey roads, and all else...Sleepy i really remember you as a driver, you always flew and trapped well
|
Tuesday, 6th May 2008 3:22:46 PM |
Name: Dana Johnson |
Squadron: VA-42 Green Pawns |
Message: Worked on THE LINE from '77-'81.
Still live in VA Beach. Was sad to see the Intruder go. Still a great bird ! Every once in awhile I hear a EA-6B go out of NAS Oceana. The sound turns my head and I know what it is before I see it ! Makes a old Plane Captain feel go to see that !!! Take care!!!! |
Sunday, 4th May 2008 7:09:13 PM |
Name: GARY THOMAS |
Squadron: VMA(AW)533 |
Message: I WAS A PART OF THE TRANSPAC FROM CHERRY POINT TO CHU LAI IN 67-68.I DOUBT IF ANY OF THE OLD GUYS FROM THERE WILL EVER READ THIS UNTIL THEY HAVE FREE INTERNET IN BARS AND HOUSE OF ILL REPUTE BUT JUST IN CASE ID LOVE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE FROM MY OLD OUTFIT.I WAS ALSO KNOWN AS REDDOG IF YOU DONT REMEMBER MY REAL NAME. |
Wednesday, 30th April 2008 9:42:16 AM |
Name: John F (Jack) Smithson |
Squadron: VA-42, VA-85, VA-42, VA-65, VA-42 VA-36 |
Message: Hey all you A6 Ordies. It's been a long time. I got this website address from Vice Admiral Starling and thought I would check it out. There will never be another aircraft like the Intruder. It may have been labor intensive but it could could "put bombs on target" like no other aircraft in the world.
love to hear from anyone who served. |
Wednesday, 30th April 2008 11:17:05 AM |
Name: Michael A Chotkowski |
Squadron: VA-65 Powerplants/Line Division Powerplant T/S |
Message: Hey all you old "Tigers" where are ya? Those were the days crusisin on the IKE. Would love to hear from any and all of you who served from 79-83. I was in Powerplants and also served as the PP TS on the line. Drop me a line and let me know how you are! |
Tuesday, 29th April 2008 10:26:38 AM |
Name: Dave "Chris" Christopherson |
Squadron: VA-128, VA-165, VA-115 |
Message: Retired in 2004 as an LDO LCDR, Was an airframer FRAMP Instructor in the RAG, and the in the Boomers in the airframes shop, 2nd 165 tour I worked the Line Division, and as the troubleshooter LPO, Airframes and QA. Had the distinct poleasure of working for the legends in the Whidbey A-6 community, CWO4 Bill Shields, AVCM Max Melton, AVCM Moore, AVCM Lillis, CWO4 Wendling.
Pilots and BN's most remebered; (current or retired rank)
Capt Thomas F. Cleverdon -pilot
Capt Doug Undesser -pilot
Capt "Buster" Crabb -pilot
Capt R.O. Mcharg - B/N
Capt H.G. "Woody" Sprouse-pilot
CDR Dean Dolquist -pilot
CDR Aldo Kuntz -pilot
CDR Doug "Fuzz" McClure -pilot
CDR Dave Vaughn -pilot
LCDR Frank Edwards -pilot
LT Carpenter B/N
LT Eric Hamm -pilot
LT John Dunn - B/N
and many, many more, as well as the great sailors that worked for and with me maintaining the greatest aircraft of all time. Thank you and God bless you. |
Monday, 28th April 2008 6:45:00 PM |
Name: Spencer Hayman |
Squadron: VMA-332 |
Message: I was an A6-E Tram avionics tech in the fire control shop at Cherry Point from 88-91. Would like to here from others around that same time, just email me or look for me on myspace. I am looking for a Richard Lynch that was in the S-1 shop |
Saturday, 26th April 2008 2:46:09 AM |
Name: patrick Mally |
Squadron: VA-115 |
Message: I am looking for a friend Tim Hines. We were on the Midway together 83-86. I was in VAW-115 He was a BN with VA-115 and we were neighbors living on the beach in Hiyama. |
Monday, 21st April 2008 4:08:10 PM |
Name: Jack Morris |
Squadron: VMA(AW)-225 |
Message: I am looking for any photographs of VMA(AW)-225 A-6A Intruders at Cherry Point (?) in their original paint scheme, i.e. before the blue rudder with the Viking's head. |
Tuesday, 15th April 2008 7:17:16 PM |
Name: Dan Rush |
Squadron: VA-115 86-89 |
Message: Those were the days. VA-115, USS Midway and the great adventure of Westpac.
What these poor kids today are missing. Sheesh, our navy became civilized...what a shame. |
Tuesday, 15th April 2008 6:09:20 PM |
Name: Larry O'Brien |
Squadron: VMAAW 533 |
Message: I have Bu#154162 at the Palm Springs Air Museum. Looking for any crew members
that flew her in Chu Lai 6/68 to 6/69.
also looking for pics of the aircraft |
Monday, 7th April 2008 1:09:45 PM |
Name: chuck kunkel |
Squadron: VA85 Line Div |
Message: i was a Plane Captain from 1978 to 1981. made 2 med cruises (79/80) and 1981. The Flight Deck will be the most adventurous place i'll have ever worked. grogan,blaylock,lentz,minnis,dean talbot, miller,gaskill,lajoie any o you out their yet or anyone else. it was GREAT. |
Sunday, 6th April 2008 2:20:22 PM |
Name: Carl Carlson |
Squadron: VA7A Dive Bombing |
Message: Our planes were SB2C dive bombers aboard the aircraft carrier USS LEYTE CV-32.(1946-47)We also had F4Us,TBMs and F6s. I got my ship at Guantanamo bay in 46.We made two wonderful Med cruises.Our only problem was when one of our escorts struck a mine offthe coast of Treste,Italy.
Squadrons home base was Quanset Point RI. |
Friday, 4th April 2008 9:43:04 AM |
Name: Walter Pietruk |
Squadron: VMA-533 |
Message: Avionics Tech 1986-'87 Med cruise aboard USS J.F. Kennedy. Would be grateful to hear from , then LT Col Byrum or Major Thornell, (if memory serves correctly). For the last 20years I have been at John F Kennedy Space Center and ran across this GREAT Web site! Thanks for the memories and Semper Fi! |
Friday, 4th April 2008 11:07:00 PM |
Name: John Wachal |
Squadron: H&MS/VMCJ 1 |
Message: Looking for photos of J1 aircraft EA6s, RF4Bs,and EF10s. H&MS-15 Cherry Pt 67-69, DaNang 69-70 hydraulic shop |
Friday, 4th April 2008 10:44:46 AM |
Name: LCDR Dave "Chris" Christopherson |
Squadron: VA-128, 165, 115 |
Message: Came to the A6 Community for my second tour in the Navy from VA-215 in NAS Lemoore. Did tours in VA-165 from
1978-1980, VA-128 Framp Instructor, 1980-1983, VA-165 1983-1986, NAMTRAGRUDET 1001 1986 -1989 (promoted to Chief during this tour, AMSC)
Then a tour in VAQ-132 1989, 1992 (selected for CWO) 1993-1994 VA-115.
Retired in 2004. |
Sunday, 30th March 2008 11:21:51 AM |
Name: Paul w. Cahill |
Squadron: VA 165 Boomers |
Message: Looking for fromer boomers from the 1967-1968 West Pac cruise on the Uss Ranger CVA61 Caw2 (NE). I was an AE2 in the SACE shop on INS and Afcs flight systems. Any one out there. |
Thursday, 27th March 2008 10:24:21 PM |
Name: Tom Lucke |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: Served on the Kitty Hawk, America,& Constellation AE shop all the way with 85. I toured the Abraham Lincoln recently but no A6's! As the old saying goes"Ya don,t know what'cha got till it's gone" Any other"Black Falcons"out there drop me a line. |
Thursday, 13 March 2008 2:02:29 PM |
Name: Eugene "Crash" Hillmann |
Squadron: VA-52 |
Message: I was assigned to VA-52 from Oct 1969 till Aug 1972. I worked in the AIMD as an ATN2. Would love to hear from anybody who also worked there during that time period |
Tuesday, 11th March 2008 3:09:40 PM |
Name: Chester L. Simpson |
Squadron: VMA-224 |
Message: VMA-224 was my first squadron after I graduated from AO-A school. I was assigned to the gun crew. I enjoyed every minute and learned a great deal. |
Sunday, 9th March 2008 11:41:07 PM |
Name: Chris Morton |
Squadron: VA-95 |
Message: I was a green lizard mechanic in the powerplant shop from 86-89 and since then I been buliding commercial jet engines for almost twenty years now. Just saying hello to all my former ship mates. |
Thursday, 6th March 2008 5:04:54 PM |
Name: Jack Anderson |
Squadron: VA34 |
Message: I am trying to locate "Scotty" George Ball. We were roomates aboard CVA60 in 1958.I've been told he was an A6 squadron commander prior to his retiring. |
Saturday, 1st March 2008 1:03:41 AM |
Name: Victor Smith |
Squadron: 224/225/242 |
Message: 224 at Cherry Point, 225 at Da Nang mar 70 till mar 71, finished with 242 at El Toro. Com/Nav/Ecm techs rule!!! please give me a buzz!! |
Friday, 29th February 2008 5:00:53 PM |
Name: Gregory Polk |
Squadron: VA-35 Black Panthers |
Message: I was in VA-35 during the 80's. My rate was AO2 serving under CWO4 Sam and the notorious Chief Catt. Would like to say hello to my brothers that are still serving and retired. Would like to hear from some of you, drop a e-mail. |
Wednesday, 27th February 2008 7:32:47 AM |
Name: mike elmes |
Squadron: VMA -AW 121/242 |
Message: I was at 128 the same time as Charlie Turner and Tom Costen.(VA-55) Charlie's wife and son are doing well. A friend of mine had dinner with her a few months ago. She is living in VA. |
Saturday, 23rd February 2008 11:18:18 AM |
Name: Ed Valasek |
Squadron: VMA- 533 |
Message: I was in VMA 533 Avionics shop from 1963 to 1966. Just checking to see if any of the old geezers are still around. |
Friday, 22nd February 2008 5:51:02 PM |
Name: Mario Tonkli |
Squadron: VA-75 |
Message: ....Hey Fellow Punchers.....was Intelligence Specialist...72-76...first with Cdr. Bill Greene,then others....anyone else from those days??? |
Friday, 22nd February 2008 8:11:16 PM |
Name: Steve Azaroff |
Squadron: VA-95 & VA-196 |
Message: I was a a Green Lizard from '86-'89, and later with the Main Battery '93-'97. Now USN,Ret and working for the USAF. |
Friday, 22nd February 2008 8:38:31 PM |
Name: Robert A. Butler |
Squadron: VA-75 |
Message: Assigned to Attack Squadron Seventy-Five From Sept. 1978 to Feb. 1981. Made two cruises on the USS Saratoga CVA-60 1978/79 and 1980 Med. Cruises. Worked in Maintenance Control as an AZ and worked for CDR. Mike Smith when he was the MCO for the Squadron. I am now an Air Traffic Controller and reside in Southern California. Anyone know where I can buy a 1978/79 Med. Cruise Book let me know and thanks! |
Monday, 18th February 2008 10:42:57 AM |
Name: beaman cummings |
Squadron: VMA(aw)-533,242,224,202 and VA-128 |
Message: Great web site. Started as a B/N in DaNang with 242 69-70 and ended as a Pilot with 533 in Desert Storm 91. |
Monday, 18th February 2008 1:22:03 PM |
Name: Bob Rowland |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: Was in from 83-87. Looking for any of you "Buckeyes" from that time. Had a lot of fun back then...met a bunch of great guys too! |
Monday, 18th February 2008 8:20:25 PM |
Name: Rick Johnson |
Squadron: VA-115 |
Message: I was with VA 115 when we went forward deployed to Japan. The Midway left Alameda on Sept.11,1973. I was an AMS 2 at that time. Now USN RET. |
Monday, 11th February 2008 3:23:17 PM |
Name: Marvin A. Rogers Jr. |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: What a ride down memory lane in reading all the messages. I was an AE-2 in VA-85(early 70's), and AEC in VA-85 (late 70's early 80"s), and then a CWO in VA-85 mid/late 80"s). Couldn't get away from the Black Falcons. Was also in VA-42 to start with. Went in in 1968, got out in 1988. Only by God's great grace did I, and anyone else who will admit it, make it through.
Sandy Rogers pastorsandyrogers@yahoo.com |
Friday, 8th February 2008 11:03:10 PM |
Name: Jeffrey Stewart |
Squadron: VA128 |
Message: Plane Captain/ Avionics 1993-1995 |
Saturday, 2nd February 2008 4:05:54 PM |
Name: Dan Heaton |
Squadron: VA-75 |
Message: Any SUNDAY PUNCHERS from 1975-1979 still runnin amok out there? Give us a shout down here in TEXAS!!!! |
Saturday, 2nd February 2008 7:56:37 AM |
Name: J. Briggs |
Squadron: VMAT (AW) 202, VMA (AW) 332, 224. |
Message: I'd love to hear from anyone from 1980-88. Anyone out there from then? |
Saturday, 2nd February 2008 8:24:49 PM |
Name: kenny fields |
Squadron: VA-82 |
Message: Sorry for "intruding" on the "all waether attack" site, but if you would like to read a hairy story about an A-7 pilot off USS America in 1968 getting shot down in Laos and then getting shot at on the ground while evading for 39 hours amidst a pot load of Phatet Lao and NVN....Read "The Rescue of Streetcar 304" published by Naval Institute Press. Write me if you have any questions or were on the ship at same time. |
Friday, 1st February 2008 2:16:37 PM |
Name: Steve Smith |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 533 |
Message: Would like to hear from anyone with the squadron from 78 to 81, especially from flight line. |
Thursday, 31st January 2008 8:11:15 PM |
Name: Bill Rosano |
Squadron: VMA(AW)-533 |
Message: I was in the 533 electric shop 3/68-4/69. Would like to hear from anyone from then and there. |
Thursday, 24th January 2008 11:20:26 AM |
Name: M Kramer |
Squadron: VA-75,85,176 |
Message: Great web site, its been alog time but remember it like it was yesterday. Any Punchers, Buckeyes or T-Bolts drop a line. 78-88. Line/Tshooter/PP shop. There will never be another like the Intruder! |
Sunday, 20th January 2008 8:43:35 PM |
Name: tim lynch |
Squadron: vma 533 |
Message: I'd like to say hey to anyone still around fron viet-nam 1968-69, Chu-Lai, vma 533. Semper-Fi |
Sunday, 20th January 2008 1:52:04 AM |
Name: Marvin K, Newman |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 121 |
Message: Flight line ordnance
Sergeant
With the Squadron from 72 to 74 at
MCAS CPNC.
Anyone still around? Drop me a line/ |
Friday, 18th January 2008 1:47:49 PM |
Name: Joe Sorter |
Squadron: VMA (AW) 121/242 |
Message: I was a Power Plants mechanic on the
A6E Tram with VMA (AW) 242 (83-84 & 90-91), VMA (AW) 121 (84-88) AND MALS-11 Power Plants (88-89). All in good ol' MCAS El Toro.
I sure miss the A6. I didn't know how much of a blessing it was, until it was gone.
|
Thursday, 17th January 2008 4:35:44 AM |
Name: Jim Simmons |
Squadron: VMA 121 |
Message: Was in airframes from 4-1973 until 10-1976, moved over to VMA 202 from 10-1976 to 6-1977
nice web site John, you were a Capt the last time I saw you. |
Thursday, 17th January 2008 10:56:24 PM |
Name: Bill Deskin |
Squadron: VMA(AW)242-224 |
Message: Twice with 242 at Da Nang. Great Squadron and great folks to work with. |
Wednesday, 9th January 2008 11:17:38 AM |
Name: Ron Null |
Squadron: 121 ,225 ,533, 242 |
Message: I like the new look.
Would love to here from anyone I served with.
Has AO effected you ?
Let's talk about it. |
Tuesday, 8th January 2008 3:25:17 PM |
Name: Paul D. Dziedzic |
Squadron: VMA(AW) 121 & VMA(AW) 242 |
Message: I was with VMA(AW) 121 in El Toro from 1977 - 1981 and with VMW(AW) 242 in El Toro from 1982 - 1987
6022 Power Plants - or as we used to say
"Thermal Pneumatic Propulsion Engineer"
If anyone remembers me, drop me a line! |
Sunday, 6th January 2008 1:24:25 AM |
Name: Chris Coggon |
Squadron: VA-115 |
Message: I was in the Eagle Line from May 94 to Aug 96 (2 months after our birds flew the coop). Drop me a line if you were there at the same time.
EFR!!!!! |
Tuesday, 1st January 2008 10:22:12 AM |
Name: Bill Miller |
Squadron: VA-35 |
Message: was with the ordinance shop from 1987-1990,( red ) |
Monday, 24th December 2007 7:33:59 PM |
Name: Earl Berlin, Jr. |
Squadron: |
Message: Thanks for creating a very nice web site. I've always liked the A-6 and I do miss it. It wasn't pretty but it sure was impressive ... and very effective in the ground attack role. Sure wish the A-6F had entered squadron service. |
Monday, 24th December 2007 5:55:42 PM |
Name: Dan Davis |
Squadron: VA-196 |
Message: Just checking in for the first time. I joined VA-196 in spring of 1966 for training in the A6. I remained with l96 until august of 1969 making two west pac cruises. |
Monday, 17th December 2007 5:24:58 AM |
Name: Phillip Wilcock |
Squadron: VA 128 |
Message: Hello to all. VA 128 from 82 - 85
Fantastic experience - Dave Williams, Bud Langston, Randy D. Memories remain.
Regards,
PJW |
Monday, 17th December 2007 10:07:07 PM |
Name: Marilyn Dewispelaere |
Squadron: VA-155 |
Message: I was married to LCDR Dan D. Dewispelaere and after his accidentin 1991 moved to Va. Beach. I lost contact with Mic and Robyn Gleason and Sharon Sweigart. Does anyone know their email addresses. Hello to all my friends from Whidbey Island! It's been a long time. My youngest, Nicholas Dewispelaere is now 19, at William and Mary and playing football for them. I would love to hear from anyone who knew Dan (us). Have a Merry Christmas 2007. Marilyn |
Thursday, 29th November 2007 2:26:47 PM |
Name: Mads Bangsø |
Squadron: - |
Message: Hi
I'm a avaition artist who specializes in Post War US Naval aviation. I'm teh offical artist for Tailhook associations member magazine, (in the upcoming Issue there'll be a VA-34 drawing)
I always try to improve my drawings, and i'm currently working on adding detail to my A-6 drawings. However, i find it very difficult to find info about the stecils (all those small text pieces on teh aircraft, that have warnings and cations written on them) on the NAVY Intruder. If anyone can help me with that ? I would be greatly appriciated !
Please fell free to wirte me at my e-mail adress: Webmaster@aircraftprofiles.dk, even if you just have questions or comments...
Thanks alot ! |
Thursday, 29th November 2007 11:05:28 PM |
Name: wayne maynor |
Squadron: va128/ vaq129/va42 |
Message: Served with all 3 sqdns at different times. va128--1973--1975 ; va42 1978--1980; vaq129 1984 as powerplant mechanic/ instructor. This was a great and memorable acft. |
Wednesday, 28th November 2007 5:04:42 AM |
Name: David Wagner |
Squadron: VA-196 |
Message: I was in VA-1996.I made the last cruise with the squadron.I was wondering do you guys have more reunion planned.Are their reuinons for this squadrons or all A-6 squadrons |
Wednesday, 28th November 2007 5:08:50 AM |
Name: David |
Squadron: VA-196 |
Message: I was wondering do you have patches for all a-6 squadrons. Do you guys and gals have just some of them.Also would to know if you decommished this squadron can you get a lithograph. |
Saturday, 24th November 2007 3:05:28 AM |
Name: AMS3 medina |
Squadron: VA-55/42/75 |
Message: MISS THE WARHORES AND OUR SITER SQUADRON VA-65 RETIRED 2007 |
Tuesday, 13 November 2007 6:25:39 PM |
Name: Boxman |
Squadron: VA 128 |
Message: Hi Brit, Didn't want you to think nobody loved you. Glad to hear from you. I was Charlie Oscar when you were at the RAG. We saw you several times in the news during Desert Storm and subsequent. Nice work over there!
I think you need a business trip to San Diego next May. Might run into a bunch of your ol' buds.
Say Hi to the Queen for me.
Boxman |
Monday, 12th November 2007 8:34:01 AM |
Name: roger bennett |
Squadron: va-128 |
Message: Just thought I’d drop you a quick line to say Hi.
It’s hard to believe, but it’s now over 20 years since I arrived in Oak Harbor on exchange from the Royal Air Force.. Doesn’t time fly???!!
After VA-128, I returned to the Tornado GR Force in 89 and flew Tac Recce during Desert Storm in 91. Spent about 4 years in Operational Requirements in MoD(UK) and commanded the RAF Deployment in support of Southern Watch, Riyadh in 93/94.
Retired from the military in 98 and now work south of London, near Gatwick Airport, for THALES Aerospace.
Met up with Randy D at a Conference in London about 18 months ago and he updated me on the whereabouts of many of the guys.
Jodie is now 21 and Sadie 19……………Boys focus the mind…….Trouble. Nah, not really. Both doing well and enjoying life to the full.
Cheers Bodger
|
Friday, 9th November 2007 5:10:38 PM |
Name: Tim Lofton |
Squadron: VA-155 Silver Foxes |
Message: Just passing along a greetings to all as we go into this Veterans' Day weekend. Somewhere out there Charlie Turner's son, Andrew, is sixteen. Hard to imagine. RIP Tom and Charlie, and others who have given.
Tim Lofton
AZ2 VA-155 |
Tuesday, 6th November 2007 8:29:31 AM |
Name: RT Hines |
Squadron: VA-165 |
Message: I was a boomer from 1970-1973 in the Ordnance shop. Boomer Ordnance is having reunions around the country. Contact me for info on more Boomers. |
Thursday, 1st November 2007 4:37:39 PM |
Name: Patrick M. St. Romain |
Squadron: VMA(AW)225/533 |
Message: I joined 225 at Cherry Point in 1966 and stayed with them until 1968 then went to Chu Lai and joined 533. I was a plane captain and stayed with 533 until 225 got to Da Nang in 1969. I left Da Nang in August 1969 and got out of the Marines when I got back to the states. Looking for anyone who might remember. |
Thursday, 1st November 2007 5:45:22 PM |
Name: Dave Ricci |
Squadron: VMA(aw)-242 |
Message: Arrived in DaNang Nov.'67 and stayed with 242 until Dec.'68 as a plane captain. Many wicked nights. A-6: the best! Semper Fi! |
Wednesday, 31st October 2007 4:50:55 PM |
Name: John Weymouth, Sgt USMC Plane Captiain |
Squadron: VMA(AW)332/533/242 |
Message: I didn't ralize it at the time, but what a Honor being affiliated with this incredible aircraft and the Men that maintained and flew them.
After seeing the program about (then) Capt C. F. Bolden and yelling at my wife to "come and see this", it renewed my curiosity about the Intruder.
Thank you for putting this site together and showing more information on this awesome flying machine and the crewas that serviced them. |
Thursday, 25th October 2007 2:53:21 PM |
Name: Marc Thibodeau |
Squadron: VA-42, 55,65 |
Message: Tibbs here...Quick note to say hello to my A-6E brothers out there. Am in Philly now..if in town give me a shout.
out... |
Thursday, 25th October 2007 1:57:44 PM |
Name: Rob Aubrey |
Squadron: MALS-14 |
Message: Looking for old Radar Techs from w/c 650. Miss you guys |
Friday, 19th October 2007 11:50:03 PM |
Name: Joseph Swafford {Swadog) |
Squadron: Attack Squadron Fifty-two |
Message: Hey Guys! Ol Swadog here thats Joe Swafford from VA-52 days. Served from 9/80 to 6/84. Would really like to here from someone from that time period. Commissioned or noncommissied. I live in Locust Grove, Georgia now. Divorced. Three children. One son and two daughters.
oldest daughter in college on leave teaching second graders in Bankock Thailand. My others two are just teen agers and a handful. I have custody.
Hey be taken to you. OK...Carry on
for now sailor....Petty Officer Swafford |
Wednesday, 17th October 2007 1:49:04 PM |
Name: Dennis Bush |
Squadron: VMA-AW-533 |
Message: Would like to hear from anyone who was with me at Chu Lai March 1967 to Feb 1969 |
Monday, 15th October 2007 2:04:01 PM |
Name: Maggie Ruede |
Squadron: 332/533 |
Message: Check out the squadron log book for March 28,1975. Our daughter Megan was
pickled at 11:03 on that Good Friday.
I believe her arrival is listed in the log.
A stroll down memory lane when I saw
this web site.
Maggie Ruede (Phil BN 332/533) |
Monday, 15th October 2007 1:43:32 PM |
Name: CDR Stan Parsons, USN, Ret. |
Squadron: VAQ-136 |
Message: Need help! I am a newly-appointed sponsor of an A-6 museum aircraft on display at the Valiant Air Command in Titusville, FL. Aircraft currently has four drop tanks and I want to display it as a bomber (as it rightfully should be). Museum in P'Cola has a couple of MERs and some practice MK-82's that they will donate. I need logistic support to get them to the aircraft in Titusville. Also, would like some expertise to put a squadron logo on the aircraft. Any ideas?? Please e-mail me...Thanks |
Sunday, 14th October 2007 12:16:06 PM |
Name: Boxman |
Squadron: 128,165,196,VX5,95,52 |
Message: I got up with Robert who was looking for info about Charlie Tuna. He's plugged in now. FLY NAVY! |
Friday, 12th October 2007 7:55:16 PM |
Name: PJ LYNCH |
Squadron: vma(aw)533 hyd shop |
Message: HEY anyone from 533 know of any reunions coming up? Write me and let me know.
PJ |
Tuesday, 9th October 2007 10:54:41 PM |
Name: RICK LOWRY |
Squadron: VMA(AW) 225 |
Message: HYD. MECH 69-70 DA NANG |
Friday, 5th October 2007 12:37:00 PM |
Name: Robert Casity |
Squadron: u.s. army |
Message: I am a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom with the U.S. Army. I am a cousin of Charles "Tuna" Turner who was killed in Operation Southern Watch. I'd like to talk to people who knew him or others in the navy who flew in combat. Email me at bobkat77@hotmail. airborne.
Specialist Cassity |
Thursday, 4th October 2007 9:43:10 AM |
Name: AFCM (RET) Phil Moore |
Squadron: VA-36 |
Message: Served with the Roadrunners from 1988-1992. Two deployments with the Roadrunners, inlcuding Desert Shield/Desert Storm. By far my best tour in the Navy was with the VA-36 and the A-6 community at Oceana. Gosh how I miss those days!
I also served with Admiral Joe Mobley at CNAL. What a great man! |
Friday, 28th September 2007 2:45:00 PM |
Name: Daniel Hamner |
Squadron: VA196/128/VAQ130/129 |
Message: Just found this site. Spent 17 years of my Navy time at NAS Whidbey from 1966 to 1983. Retiring as an AECS in 1983. Are any of you old "Pawn Busters" still around? |
Friday, 28th September 2007 12:43:16 AM |
Name: Ed Lowe |
Squadron: VA 196 / CAG 14 |
Message: Retired flight surgeon, call sign Disco Doc. Just dropped in to see what's going on. I'm outta here.... |
Tuesday, 11th September 2007 |
Name: Maj Melissa Watkins, USAF |
Squadron: VA-75 ("Salty" Bill Watkins) |
Message: Want to stay connected to all that knew Salty. He was killed in Iraq in Apr 03 after transition to the AF as an F-15E WSO. We had two kids together who are now 5, William, and 4, Mary Allison. Just trying to stay in touch with guys that knew their dad and would appreciate a membership of some sort to search the membership.
Many Thanks! Melissa |
Friday, 7th September 2007 |
Name: Peter C. Ward |
Squadron: Cockpit layout pictures needed |
Message: Hi all.
I am a retired USN CPO, and am in need of information concerning the layout of the A-6B,C, and EA-6A cockpit. I have a friend, Ron Zambrano, who designs/creates simulation aircraft for use with Microsoft's Flight Simulator. If anyone reading this has the information I need, please contact me at: retnavycpo@gmail.com.
Thanks.
Peter C. Ward
AMEC(AW, USN, (Ret.) |
Friday, 7th September 2007 |
Name: Peter C. Ward |
Squadron: |
Message: |
Wednesday, 5th September 2007 |
Name: Al Lieberman |
Squadron: VA-85 |
Message: I recently found this website while looking for memory lane. Quite interesting. Especially when I learned of Cmdr Eddy's episode with the can of pop in the cockpit during a flight in the Med. Funny, we never heard a word about that at the time.
I was assigned to the Line & Powerplants divisions from '76 through '79. Looking back, it was a great experience. I would like to hear from former Buckeyes! I'm currently in Columbus, Ohio (Go Bucks!) Drop me a line...alsdock@sbcglobal.net |
Monday, 3rd September 2007 |
Name: Bud Jackson |
Squadron: Green Lizards VA95 |
Message: Went to the Mini reunion yesterday at Rocky Point on "THE ROCK". Thanks to John and Carol Schork along with John Scrapper for the effort put into the event. Unfortunatly, the turn out left somthing to be desired. People have short memories, I guess. Anyway guys thanks for the good times and take care, Budman |
Monday, 3rd September 2007 |
Name: Kevin Lauler |
Squadron: VA-34 |
Message: Thought I'd drop a line and say hello to everyone. I was assigned as a parachut rigger abord the USS America back in 1981, 82, 83.. I've been looking for the Frog... bubble chaser E-5 when I last saw him.. |