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Updates! Updates to the site will be posted here first for your convenience.

Submitted by David A. Zentmayer.

Fire Station Dedication 1984

I was stationed at UH from 81-85 then deployed back there during the first Gulf war. I found some pictures of the fire station dedication from 1984 - Included in the first pic is Col Dale Thompson 20th TFW/CC and CMSGT Ed Doughty Wing Fire Chief, The Lt Col is Howard Selheimer Base Civil Engineer, the other CMSgt is Keith Moser HQ USAFE Fire Protection. I do not recall who the other Col is.

Submitted by David A. Zentmayer,20th CES/DEF - Fire Department, Jan 1981 - Jan 1985.


Submitted by John Hurst, 2130th Communications Squadron. Submitted by John Hurst, 2130th Communications Squadron.

Submitted by John Hurst, 2130th Communications Squadron.


Click to see official USAF biography (opens a new window). Submitted by Duane Park, 20th SPS, ''C'' Flight, Nov 1976 - Nov 1978.

Col. Alan R. Metzler

Shift Commander, 20th Security Police Squadron, 20th Fighter Wing, RAF Upper Heyford, United Kingdom, Jul 1989 – Jun 1992.

Source: www.defenselink.mil

Submitted by Duane Park, 20th SPS, "C" Flight, Nov 1976 - Nov 1978.


Submitted by Duane Park, 20th SPS, 1976 - 1978. Submitted by Duane Park, 20th SPS, 1976 - 1978.

"Kathy, I have your jacket!"
I found this jacket at auction on www.ebay.com in 2006 and thought it would be nice to keep it in the UH family, so to speak. The front of the jacket has KATHY embroidered on it, and the back has some amazing embriodery artwork and "AGE RANGER".

Submitted by Duane Park, 20th SPS, 1976 - 1978.


1978 R.A.F. Upper Heyford Sky Kings fastpitch softball team. Submitted by Rick Shilliam, 20th AMS, 1977-1980. 1978 R.A.F. Upper Heyford Sky Kings fastpitch softball team
Top row, left to right: Tom “Puppy” Even, John Carlson, Bob Madinger, Robert “Boog” Powell, Jim Donavon, Randy Davenport, Ron Schaffer, and Jim Volz.
Bottom row, left to right: Rick Shilliam, “Captain” Bob Larson, Rick Reder, Ken Mitchell, Steve Salzman, Gary Eckland, Emmit ?, “Coach” Al Cielich.
Submitted by Rick Shilliam, 20th AMS, 1977-1980.
1978 R.A.F. Upper Heyford Little League. Submitted by Rick Shilliam, 20th AMS, 1977-1980. 1978 R.A.F. Upper Heyford Little League
Top row, left to right: Coach SrA Rick Shilliam, Troy & Ricky Brown, Kerry(?) Oshatzer, Brad Dormady, Kelly(?) Oshatzer, Pat Looper, Carl Miller, Antoine Sutton, Geoff Pickens, and Coach SrA Chuck Van Horn.
Bottom row, left to right: Richard Mokoski, Craig Johnson, Willie Pasciezni, Doug Coleman, and Diana Long.
Submitted by Rick Shilliam, 20th AMS, 1977-1980.


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster, added in June 2009 :
Added in June Diognardi, Greg "Dio"
dios1964@yahoo.com
Sergeant - E4Sgt, 20TFW 79th AMU Nov 1987 - May 1991
Added in June Chief Master Sergeant - E9 Hurst, John W., Jr.
Chief Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
johnwhurst@yahoo.com
Senior Master Sergeant, E-8 SMSgt, 2130th Communications Squadron -
Added in June Colonel Kyger, Kevin "K Squared"
Colonel, USAF (Ret)
kevinkyger@gmail.com
Captain2nd Lt - Capt, 79 TFS 1981 - 1984
Added in June Senior Master Sergeant, E-8 Lehrman, Leo "Bud"
Senior Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
sasha@juno.com
Senior Master Sergeant, E-8 SMSgt, 17th Tactical Recon Squadron Apr 1966 - Dec 1969
Added in June Master Sergeant - E7 Pelissero, Pete
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
pjpeliss@mtu.edu
Staff Sergeant - E5 SrA - SSgt, 20th SPS - CSC Controller Aug 1982 - Jul 1985
Added in June Robitaille, Donald (Don)
don1884@comcast.net
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 66th Security Police Squadron Oct 1966 - Oct 1969
Added in June Shilliam, Rick
rshilliam@verizon.net
Senior AirmanSrA, 20th AMS 1977 - 1980
Added in June Trefz, Tim
timonica@shoofly-ranch.com office@shoofly-ranch.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 620th SPS 1988 - 1981

Image submitted by Dennis Smith, 20th Supply Squadron 1989 - 1991. Image submitted by Terry Horstead, 66th Supply Squadron, 1968 - 1970 & 20th Supply Squadron, 1970 - 1970. Many thanks to Brian "Zowie" Cleary, for his many gifts of support to help maintain the RAF Upper Heyford Memorial Web Site! Brian served at RAF Upper Heyford in the 20th Supply Squadron from December 1983 to June 1987.

Click here to see the web page dedicated to the 20th and other Supply Squadrons at RAF Upper Heyford! Supply Squadrons


Submitted by Frank Kekes. Submitted by Frank Kekes. Submitted by Frank Kekes.

I played baseball on THE SKY KINGS Team 1958 pitching and shipped to Chelveston were I also played. I'm submitting pictures of me and also my catcher Sgt. Gilmore who received the coat of arms from the city of CORBY, ENGLAND when playing for Chelveston. Also a picture of my hut during that time on Chelveston.

Submitted by Frank Kekes.


Jacob Park, USMC & his dad Lance Corporal Jacob Park, USMC My sincere thanks to USMC Lance Corporal Jacob Park, for his generous and unexpected gift of a dual-core laptop to help his dad maintain the www.raf-upper-heyford.org web site!

Lance Cpl. Park (Jacob) is at home on 32 days leave after his MOS training, spending time with family and friends until he ships out June 10th on his first assignment to Okinawa, Japan. This tour of duty will be for 2 years. Since his dad works out-of-state on weekdays, they have been spending time together on weekends.


97th Air Refueling Squadron (click to enlarge) Thank you so much to Richard & Elaine DeMunbrun for their gifts of support to help maintain and keep www.raf-upper-heyford.org online!

Richard DeMunbrun was stationed at RAF Upper Heyford in 1952 with the 97th Air Refueling Squadron of the 97th Bomb Wing, which was deployed at Upper Heyford, England, from 15 March 1952 to 11 June 1952.

To learn more about the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, click on this link to the Air Force Historical Research Agency web site. 97th Air Refueling Squadron


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster, added in May 2009 :
Added in May Chief Master Sergeant - E9 Alves, William (Bill)
Chief Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
alvesinaz@gmail.com
Chief Master Sergeant - E9 CMSgt, 20 Combat Support Group
Base Administration
Jun 1982 - Sep 1986
Added in May Master Sergeant - E7 Behan, Michael (Mick)
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
MBehan@cox.net michael.behan.ctr@langley.af.mil
Staff Sergeant - E5 Sgt - SSgt, 55th TFS, 77th TFS, 20th TFW Jan 1985 - Feb 1989
Added in May Bittick, Paul
pbittick@calpoly.edu
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th TFW, Information Office, Editor, The Vanguard Jan 1972 - Oct 1973
Added in May Gotts, Harold (Harry)
gottmaze@hotmail.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 66th CES Crash Crew 1966 - 1970
Added in May Technical Sergeant - E6 Hilliard, Randy
Technical Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
randybigh@yahoo.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 620th SPS
1988 5,000 UK Track & Field Champion
1989 5,000 & 10,000 Silver Medal Track & Field, UK
Jan 1987 - Jan 1990
Added in May Murray, Thomas (Tom)
tm66524@gmail.com
Technical Sergeant - E6 SSgt - TSgt, 520 AGS (Specialists), 20TFW/QA, 42nd AMU (EF-111) Aug 1982 - Jul 1990
Added in May Sherman, Richard
kidsmiledoc@gmail.com
Captain Captain, Hospital, Dental, Pediatric Dentist Jul 1975 - June 1977
Added in May Wilson, Kevin
kwilson009@gmail.com
Sergeant - E4 AB - Sgt, 7320th and 620th SPS Aug 1987 - Mar 1991
Added in May Wyman-Young, Karen "Katy"
ktwymanyoung@yahoo.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 20 EMS (AGE Shop), DCM Admin Staff, 20 CRS (Avionics Branch), 20 CPTS (Orderly Room) Jan 1986 - Nov 1990

A big Thank you! to James Coey for his gift of support to help maintain and keep www.raf-upper-heyford.org online. James was stationed at RAF Upper Heyford from 1978 - 1981 in the 20th Security Police Squadron on "D" Flight.

Click here to see the web page dedicated to the 20th SPS and other Air Police / Security Police Squadrons at RAF Upper Heyford... APS/SPS (opens a new window).


A big Thank you! to Ellis Sharadin, LtCol (Ret), for his gift of support to help maintain and keep www.raf-upper-heyford.org online. Ellis was stationed at RAF Upper Heyford in the 55th Tactical Fighter Squadron from 1 July 1979 - 30 June 1982, and The 55h Fighter Squadron from April 1990 to November 1991 .

Click here to see the web page dedicated to the 55th Tactical Fighter / 55th Fighter Squadron at RAF Upper Heyford... 55th Tactical Fighter Squadron / 55th Fighter Squadron (opens a new window).


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster, added in April 2009:
Added in April Master Sergeant - E7 Albright, Richard
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
coltpatriot@yahoo.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th MMS/Gun Services 1978 - 1981
Added in April Brantingham, Peter (Pete)
peter.e.brantingham@chase.com peterb1059@cox.net
A1C, 20 SPS Jan 1978 - Jan 1980
Added in April Master Sergeant - E7 Coey, James
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
j_coey@yahoo.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 20th Security Police Squadron / D Flight SPQC 1978 - 1981
Added in April Imperial, Rylander George (George)
g0imperial@yahoo.com
Sergeant - E4 A1C - Sgt, 20 AMS Autopilot/instruments Aug 1974 - Apr 1977
Added in April Labreque, Richard "The Q"
rlabrecque9@comcast.net
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 17th TRS; Acft. Maint. Spec.; Crew Chief RF-101 & RF-4C (68-570) 1968 - 1970
Added in April Master Sergeant - E7 Nordin, Joe
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
djnordin@msn.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th Supply Squadron Nov 1974 - Jun 1976
Added in April Master Sergeant - E7 Payne, Haskin
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
haskin.payne@navy.mil
Master Sergeant - E7 MSgt, 20th SPS May 1980 - Oct 1982

My sincere thanks to Bob Cleavland for his gift of support to help maintain and keep www.raf-upper-heyford.org online. Bob was stationed at RAF Upper Heyford from March 1976 to March 1978 in the 20th Security Police Squadron on "C" Flight.

Click here to see the web page dedicated to the 20th SPS and other Air Police / Security Police Squadrons at RAF Upper Heyford... APS/SPS (opens a new window).


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster, added in March 2009:
Added in March Daw, Richard "Dawg"
rickjdaw@hotmail.com
rjd112761@yahoo.com
A1C, 20th FMS Egress Shop
20th EMS Egress Shop
May 1981 - May 1983
Added in March Chief Master Sergeant - E9 DePue, Harold
Chief Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
hddepue@comcast.net
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 66 Field Maintenance Squadron Sep 1966 - Apr 1970
Added in March Gruetzmacher, Larry
lag820@new.rr.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th SPS May 1967 - May 1971
Added in March Master Sergeant - E7 Guler, Todd
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
todd_guler@yahoo.com
Technical Sergeant - E6 TSgt, 77th Fighter Squadron
Pneudraulics Technician
NCOIC Phase Element
Sep 1988 - Dec 1993
Added in March Lynn, Wendy
Contact
Senior Airman AB - SRA, 620th Communicatins Squadron (UH) and 2130 Communications Group (Croughton) Apr 1990 - Jun 1993
Added in March Rogers, James "Rog"
jimr.75@gmail.com
A1C, 20th FMS AGE Shop Jan 1976 - Jan 1978
Added in March Santore, Larry
larry.santore@hotmail.com
66 CES Fire Department/ Crash Rescue
Alarm Room Sgt. for the year 1970
Nov 1967 - Sep 1970
Added in March Master Sergeant - E7 Vlymen, Richmond (Rick) Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
papapitt@stny.rr.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 20 AMS WCIN Shop Oct 1976 - Oct 1978
Added in March Technical Sergeant - E6 Williams, James (Jim)
Technical Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
williamsjl@cebridge.net
Senior Airman SrA, 20th OMS Phase Docks
(which became the 20th EMS)
May 1981 - May 1984


My sincere thanks go to Jeffrey (Jeff) "Duck" Arnold for his gift of support to help maintain and keep www.raf-upper-heyford.org online. Jeff "Duck" Arnold was stationed at RAF Upper Heyford from July 1967 to Feb 1970 as a Sergeant in the 66 A&E and 66 AMS.

Jeff has provided some great photos for the 66th A&E and 66th AMS Squadron. Click here to see more... 66th A&E / 66th AMS (opens a new window).

February 2009


Some Heyford memorabilia you may be interested in seeing. I found my old jacket I bought in 1988. I've only worn it once, actually, and it's in brand new condition. I thought you might like to see the embroidery on it.

Submitted by John Geruntino, 20th SPS, Law Enforcement Submitted by John Geruntino, 20th SPS, Law Enforcement Submitted by John Geruntino, 20th SPS, Law Enforcement Submitted by John Geruntino, 20th SPS, Law Enforcement Submitted by John Geruntino, 20th SPS, Law Enforcement

Submitted by John Geruntino, 20th SPS, Law Enforcement "D" Flight, Nov 1986 - Feb 1991.


RF-101C 60202. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. RF-101C, tail number 60202.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

RF-101C, 17 TRS. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. RF-101C, 17 TRS.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

Royal Flush. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. Royal Flush.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

Royal Flush. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. Royal Flush.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

Royal Flush. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. Royal Flush.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

Royal Flush. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. Royal Flush.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

Royal Flush. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. Royal Flush.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

Royal Flush. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. Royal Flush.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

our RF-101C aircraft of the 17th TRS. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. Four RF-101C aircraft of the 17th TRS.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

66 TRW, RF-101C, tail number 56-0097. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. 66 TRW, RF-101C, tail number 56-0097.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

First RF-4C at UH. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. First RF-4C at UH.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

RF-4C at UH. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. RF-4C at UH.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

RF-101. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. RF-101.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

RF-101C at UH, 1969. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. RF-101C at UH, 1969.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

RAF Upper Heyford, 1969. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. RAF Upper Heyford, 1969.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

17 TRS, March 1969. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. 17 TRS, March 1969.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

NATO Open Day, UH. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. NATO Open Day, UH.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.

Base Housing. Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr. Base Housing.

Submitted by Joseph W. Brown, Jr.


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster, added in February 2009:
Added in February Master Sergeant - E7 Jarchow, Dennis
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
wenawolf@hotmail.com
Master Sergeant - E7 MSgt, 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron unit training safety disaster preparedness Jun 1978 - Jul 1984
Added in February Master Sergeant - E7 Jarchow, Wendy
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
wenawolf@hotmail.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 3918 CAMS assigned to reciprocating engine shop C-54's Jul 1962 - Mar 1965
Added in February Master Sergeant - E7 Neuroth, Jonn
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
keetnaneuroth@q.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 66 Air Police / Security Police Sep 1966 - Sep 1968
Added in February Putnam, Greg
Puttxs2@msn.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th SPS-LE, C Flight Jun 1974 - Jun 1976
Added in February Shores, Jerry
synchrome@gmx.net
A1C, 79 TFS, Bravo Flight.
Crew Chief 68-062
(also did some of the nose art for our flight)
1987 - 1989
Added in February Stark, Alan
stark123@webtv.net
3 stripes for the rank of Airman First Class (A1/C) during this time period.A1/C, First Aviation Field Depot Squadron May 1952 - Jul 1954

Submitted by Al Trzeciak, PFC US ARMY, 4th AAA Batallion, Headquarters Battery, 32nd Brigade, Oct 1955 - Dec 1956. I wish to express my sincere thanks to Al Trzeciak for his on-going gifts of support to help keep www.raf-upper-heyford.org online. Al Trzeciak was stationed at RAF Upper Heyford from October 1955 to December 1956 as a Private First Class in the US Army, assigned to the 4th AAA Batallion, Headquarters Battery, 32nd Brigade.

Al has provided some great photos of what RAF Upper Heyford was like in the mid-1950's... B-47 aircraft, barracks life, a 75 MM Radar Controlled Anti-Aircraft Gun, and more! Click here... 4th A.A.A. (opens a new window).

Me and Dave in Turkey, 1989. Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990. Me and Dave in Turkey, 1989.

Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990.

55th AMU Airman of the month. Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990. 55th AMU Airman of the month.

Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990.

RAF Upper Heyford, 1989. Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990. RAF Upper Heyford, 1989.

Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990.

RAF Upper Heyford, 1989. Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990. RAF Upper Heyford, 1989.

Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990.

Church -1989. Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990. Church - 1989.

Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990.

Dorm life, 1989. Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990. Dorm life, 1989.

Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990.

Coworkers - 1989. Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990. Coworkers - 1989.

Submitted by Jose L Mejia, 520 AGS 55 FS, Feb 1988 - Mar 1990.


January 2009
Click to enlarge photo. Left to right: Cecil Chambers, Bob Willis, Jim Seymour. Back of Trans. Barracks after Inspection Parade.  Submitted by Jim Seymour. My sincere thanks to Jim and Gail Seymour for their many gifts of support to help maintain the RAF Upper Heyford Memorial Web Site. Jim and Gail have supported this web site's efforts for many years now. Jim Seymour, Jr. was assigned to the 3918th Air Base Squadron (SAC), 3918th Transportation Squadron (SAC) at RAF Upper Heyford from 1959 to 1963, and was a member of The Heyford Minutemen Precision Drill Team Guide-On Bearer.

Click the following link to see the web page for The 3918th Motor Vehicle Squadron: 3918th MVS

Click to enlarge photo. Submitted by Steven Golston, pictured on the right, 20th Security Police Squadron. The cover of the Guardian, Vol 2, No 19, May 1986.

Submitted by Steven Golston, pictured on the right, 20th Security Police Squadron.


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster for the month of January 2009:
Joined in January Angel, William (Chris)
chrisangel02@hotmail.com
A1C, 20th SPS Jan 1991 - Jan 1993
Joined in January Master Sergeant - E7 Kirkpatrick, Dean
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
cindean72@hotmail.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 A1C - SSgt, 20th AMS / ECM-Pod Shop Mar 1977 - Mar 1980
Joined in January Master Sergeant - E7 McCoy, William B. Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
billyblue42@embarqmail.com
SSgt - MSgt, 20th FMS R&R Shop Jan 1973 - Jun 1981
20th AMB Jun 1981 - Oct 1981
77th AMB Oct 1981 - Feb 1982
55th AMB Feb 1982 - Jul 1983
Jan 1973 - Jul 1983


December 2008
Submitted by Mike ''Ernie'' Bouchie, 20th SPS-LE ''D'' Flight, 1975 - 1977. My sincere thanks to Mike "Ernie" Bouchie for his on-going gifts of support to help maintain the RAF Upper Heyford Memorial Web Site. His donations help to ensure that our current and future web site users continue to find their RAF Upper Heyford friends. Mike Bouchie was assigned to the 20th Security Police Squadron , Law Eenforcement, "D" Flight at RAF Upper Heyford from 1975 to 1977.


Memories at Upper Heyford-1950-51
Sent: 12/26/08

Duane,
My name is Bernard (Ben) Gorda. On 7 June 1950, I and four other airmen from the 7503rd Base Complement Squadron, deployed from RAF Marham, were the first air policemen to arrive at Upper Heyford. In fact we had performed "leap frog" escort for the military convoy from Marham that began the USAF staffing of RAF Brize-Norton, RAF Fairford, RAF Greenham Common and RAF Upper Heyford. Another Corporal and I, were assigned by the Provost Marshal at Brize to visit the Oxford City Police and arrange for the accomodation of the future USAF town patrols. Later, at Heyford, I worked for a Lt. John T. Holman and performed duties as NCOIC Pass & ID, NCOIC Town Patrol (Bicester & Banbury) (we should have had combat pay - coping with the off-duty army engineers) and as Sgt.of the Guard. Other airmen at Heyford at the time were Cpl Stinson, Cpl Pelfry and Pfc Gene Bartels, my Best Man when I married in February 1951 to Beryl Dorrington of Kidlington; we celebrate our 58th anniversary this February. We have three children and three grandchildren. Before Marham, I had been at Burtonwood (Nov 1948 - Jan 1950). Subsequently, I served in the UK at Manston (1954-57) Brize (1959-62) and Lakenheath (1965-68,) and retired in 1969. Later, I served as The Director of Public Safety at Georgetown University; The Chief Of Police af Crofton, Maryland; Director of the National Neighborhood Watch Program for The National Sheriffs Association; Research Associate for the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies; and The Director of Police & Security for The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Hopefully, this will trigger some memories and perhaps additional contributions.

Good Luck to you.

Ben


Submitted by Jim Underwood, son of Col. Paul G. Underwood.

Duane:

I’ve attached a photo of a leather patch that belonged to my father, Col. Paul G. Underwood, when we were stationed in England in the early 50’s. I was born in Colchester during our duty assignment. I have many photos from that time period of the planes and crews. If interested, email me back and perhaps I can send you a CD with the photos.

Jim Underwood


My thanks and gratitude go out to

Shirley Williams
Don Bonner

and
Ramon (Ray), "Lew" Lewis of the 55th AMU as an Engine mechanic/crew chief from 1986 to 1992

for their gifts of support to help maintain the RAF Upper Heyford Memorial Web Site. These donations reflect an on-going commitment by the on-line UH community to ensure current and future UH web site users will continue to find the friends they made while stationed at RAF Upper Heyford.


Many thanks to Brian "Zowie" Cleary for his on-going gifts of support to help maintain the RAF Upper Heyford Memorial Web Site. His donations help to ensure that our current and future web site users continue to find their RAF Upper Heyford friends. Brian Cleary was assigned to the 20th Supply Squadron at RAF Upper Heyford from December 1983 to June 1987.


Please be advised:

I have no affiliation whatsoever with the so-called UPPER HEYFORD STORE.

I do not solicit sales of any kind through e-mail... ever.

If you have been spammed with unwanted e-mail by this vendor, please resolve your issue with them directly, as I am not associated with any of it.

As a friendly reminder, any member information on the Duty Roster used for the sale of goods or services constitues a blatant misuse of this information, is a violation of the web site Terms of Use and is strictly forbidden.

Duane Park
webmaster, raf-upper-heyford.org
Plano, Texas


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster for the month of December:
Joined in December Applegarth, Channing
cgator3@yahoo.com
A1C, 42nd AMU Feb 1986 - Feb 1988
Joined in December Master Sergeant - E7 Ballinger, Stephen
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
steveb60@yahoo.com
Technical Sergeant - E6 TSgt, HQ 20 Combat Support Group USAFE Oct 1976 - Oct 1980
Joined in December Cole, Donald
cole.donald@verizon.net
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 66th & 20th Security Police Squadrons
Security/Law Enforcement
Aug 1969 - Feb 1973
Joined in December Cooper, Steve "Coop"
stevenjill@avenuebroadband.com
A1C, 77th TFS - Aircrew Life Support Sep 1987 - Sep 1989
Joined in December Crawford, Kenneth
bettydcrawford@q.com
A1C, 2130 Communications Squadron - RAF Croughton Jan 1967 - Dec 1968
Joined in December De Seta, Anthony (Tony)
tonydeseta@comcast.net
Senior Airman SrA, 20th OMS
Phase Docks
Dec 1975 - Dec 1977
Joined in December Technical Sergeant - E6 Haskins, Don (Donnie)
Technical Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
jareddax@comcast.net
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th SPS/LE, "D" Flight 1975 - 1977
Joined in December Helfrich, Pete
GS-12, (Ret)
ac1966pete_helfrich@yahoo.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 66th A & E, 17th TRS, 18th TRS Oct 1966 - Dec 1968
Joined in December Master Sergeant - E7 Lorah, Ray
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
lorah510@comcast.net
Senior Airman SrA, 20 SPS
"A" Flight
Jun 1982 - Jun 1985
Joined in December Master Sergeant - E7 Riley, Al
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
crewdawg46@aol.com
A1C, Crew Chief, 20th TFW, Blue Section Dec 1977 - Dec 1979
Joined in December Tanner, Samuel
samuel.tanner2@wpafb.af.mil
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 20th Component Repair Suadron
Fuel Systems Repair Shop, Building 366 next to the Hush House
May 1989 - Dec 1992
Joined in December Thompson, Robert P
rtct@stny.rr.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 20th Security Police Squadron May 1970 - May 1972


November 2008
From: w4don@roadrunner.com
To: uhwebguy@hotmail.com
Subject: 17th & 18th RF-101 squadrons
Date: Sat, 29 Nov 2008 16:34:18 -0500

The 17th & 18th RF-101 Recon Squadrons DID NOT arrive at Laon Air Base, France until May 1959, not May 1958 as stated on your web site pages. When I arrived at Laon in Sept. 1958 their were two squadronso f RF-84's, 302nd & 303rd. They remained there until 3rd qtr of 1959.

I was there the day, a Sunday, first flights arrived from Shaw AFB, SC and replaced the RF-84's.

I was assigned to 66 TRW, Base Communications Sqdn, from Sept. 1958 til Oct. 1961.

Some of my photos can be seen on www.laonafb.com. Name is Charles D. Summers

Thank you for web site, pages and history lessons.

formerly A/1C Charles D. Summers
66th Communications Sqdn (Radio Repairman & Operator)
APO 17


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster for the month of November:
Joined in November Master Sergeant - E7 Aleckson, Thomas
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
valkarr@excite.com
Senior Airman SrA, 20th CES Sep 1977 - Sep 197
Joined in November Beaton (now Pedroza), Mary "Pie"
ak_fancy_chance@yahoo.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 20th BHS; 20th CSG Aug 1979 - Aug 1982
Joined in November Cox, Sanford W. (Bill)
bc@suddenlink.net
3 stripes for the rank of Airman First Class during this time period. A1C, FMS Instrument Shop Jun 1963 - Jan 1964
Joined in November Gossman, Perry "Gumbie"
prryg@yahoo.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 79th TAC FTR SQD, Yellow Section (Avionics),
Operation Desert Storm
Jul 1988 - Jul 1991
Joined in November Sells, William (Bill)
wgscribe@hotmail.com
A1C, 20th SPS "B" Flight Oct 1976 - Oct 1978
Joined in November Master Sergeant - E7 Voigt, Douglas
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
douglas.voigt.ctr@robins.af.mil
Technical Sergeant - E6 SSgt - TSgt, 42 ECS, 77 FS, 55 FS Feb 1991 - Jan 1994


My sincere thanks go to Richard Lakeman for his donation to help maintain the RAF Upper Heyford Memorial Web Site. His gift of support helps to ensure that our current and future web site users continue to find their RAF Upper Heyford friends. Richard Lakeman was assigned to the 3918th Munitions Maintenance Squadron from June 1958 to November 1960.


My sincere thanks to Bill and Connie Markley for their donation to help maintain the RAF Upper Heyford Memorial Web Site. Their gift of support helps to ensure that our current and future web site users continue to find their RAF Upper Heyford friends. Bill Markley was assigned to the 20th Security Police Squadron on "A" Flight, worked as a "Chow Bus" Driver and also worked in Central Security Control (CSC) from March 1974 to June 1976. Connie Markley worked in 20tn Headquarters Squadron in Accounting and Finance from June 1974 June 1976.


Well, my heart sinks whenever I find letters from those requesting to be added to The Duty Roster that are way past due for posting on the web site. I don't know how the entries come to be misplaced; but... it happens. Please accept my apologies.

Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster:

Brady, Michael "Bunch"
michael.brady@eielson.af.mil bradbunch4@aol.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 520 AGS/79 FS/ Weapons Loader Feb 1991 - Nov 1993
Master Sergeant - E7 Steed, Thomas (Tom)
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
steedTG@aol.com
Master Sergeant - E7 MSgt, 20 SPS/7320 SPS Aug 1983 - Aug 1987
Technical Sergeant - E6 Taggart, Robert "Bobby-T"
Technical Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
robert.tagart@cannon.af.mil
Technical Sergeant - E6 SrA - TSgt, 20th EMS
A/R-Crash Recovery-Wheel @ Tire
Jan 1985 - Feb 1990
Wolfe, Lonnie
lonnie.wolfe@brooks.af.mil wolfe57@texas.net
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 20th Medical Group
NCOIC BioEnvironmental Engineering
Oct 1985 - Aug 1989


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster for the month of October:
Joined in October Belluardo, Peter "Decon Man"
lasagname@yahoo.com
20th Transpotation Squadron, Vehicle Maintenance, Special Purpose Section Oct 1979 - Oct 1981
Joined in October Master Sergeant - E7 Coker, James
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
cjwcoker55@aol.com
Technical Sergeant - E6 SSgt - TSgt, 20th Security Police Squadron Aug 1977 - Dec 1980
Joined in October Conover, Ken
Lt. Colonel, USAF (Ret)
conoverk6@sisna.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20 SPS "D" Flight Law Enforcement Jan 1972 - Feb 1975
Joined in October Colonel Hammonds, Paul
Colonel, USAF (Ret)
falcon123@alltel.net Paul.hammonds@afrc.af.mil
Sergeant - E4 Amn - Sgt, 20th MMS, Weapons Loading Oct 1972 - Oct 1974
Joined in October Johnson, Thomas
notmydad@hotmail.com yankbrit@hotmail.com
Senior Airman SrA, 20 Transportation Squadron Jul 1988 - Sep 1991
Joined in October Kohler, Kevin "turbo/flash"
kdkoh62@hotmail.com
A1C, 20 AGS, 42 AMU/520 AGS, 79 AMU
Crew Chief
Feb 1986 - Feb 1988
Joined in October Markley, Connie
Billmarkley@msn.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th Headquarters - Accounting & Finance Jun 1974 - Jun 1976
Joined in October Markley, William (Bill)
Billmarkley@msn.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th Security Police Squadron, "A" Flight, Chow Bus Driver & CSC Mar 1974 - Jun 1976


Submitted by Steve Bowie, Upper Heyford 1987-1990, Captain, Security Police.

Duane:

Please find the attached Guardian article I came across while cleaning out some old boxes. The article explains an exercise we had first at Upper Heyford (Autumn Tiger), and then the following week at Lakenheath (Eastern Shield). At the time it was the largest deployment since WWII. Feel free to use this on the Upper Heyford site.

Thanks!

Steve Bowie, Upper Heyford 1987-1990
Captain, Security Police


Web Site to Remain Online for Another Year

Allow me to express my sincere thanks to Paul and Linda Hammonds for their donation to help maintain the RAF Upper Heyford Memorial Web Site. Their timely gift of support ensures that the web site will remain online for another year.

Paul Hammonds was stationed at RAF Upper Heyford from 1972 - 1974 as a weapons mechanic in the Munitions Maintenance Squadron.


Web Site Donations and Expenses

The downturn in the economy, layoffs and unemployment are having their affect on peoples lives and the operation of the web site. It is my desire to keep the web site free of charge. Please accept my sincere thanks to everyone who has contributed to help keep this web site going.

For complete financial disclosure of contributions and web site expenses, click here (opens a new window).


Skykings Fastpitch Softball Team, Summer of 1983
Skykings Fastpitch Softball Team, Summer of 1983. Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986. Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986.
Skykings Fastpitch Softball Team, Summer of 1983. Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986. Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986.
Skykings Fastpitch Softball Team, Summer of 1983. Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986. Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986.
Skykings Fastpitch Softball Team, Summer of 1983. Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986. "...that’s Bob Andersen on the left, Steve Kates center, and I can’t remember name of person on right, sorry."

Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986.

Skykings Fastpitch Softball Team, Summer of 1983. Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986. Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986.
Skykings Fastpitch Softball Team, Summer of 1983. Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986. Submitted by Steven Kates, 2168 Communications Squadron, Dec 1982 - Dec 1986.


Articles submitted by Sgt Jerome Solomon, (2130 Comm Squadron) RAF Croughton.

Sky Kings Post Come-back Victory. 1 August 1986. Submitted by Sgt Jerome Solomon, (2130 Comm Squadron) RAF Croughton. Sky Kings Rumble Past Tigers 47-0. 11 August 1986. Submitted by Sgt Jerome Solomon, (2130 Comm Squadron) RAF Croughton. Sky Kings Clip Phantoms. 16 September 1986. Submitted by Sgt Jerome Solomon, (2130 Comm Squadron) RAF Croughton. Solomon Leads U.H. Past Alconbury. 4 November 1986. Submitted by Sgt Jerome Solomon, (2130 Comm Squadron) RAF Croughton.


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster for the month of September:
Joined in September Bell, William (Bill)
ffrbl1@hotmail.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 17 TAC Recon 66TRW F101s 1966 - 1968
Joined in September Technical Sergeant - E6 Brown, Neil
Technical Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
gemini89084@hotmail.com
A/2C, 3918 Ops Squadron Oct 1958 - Aug 1961
Joined in September Fish, Mark
mwftiger@aol.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 2Oth MMS Weapons Loadings Crew Chief 13 Aug 1979 ~ 13 Aug 1982
Joined in September Colonel Holder, Ken "Hook"
Colonel, USAF (Ret)
kenneth.holder@langley.af.mil
Lt. Col., 55 FS Sep 1992 - Aug 1994
Joined in September Hopner, Victor "Vic"
vichopner@att.net
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th SPS, Law Enforcement 1972 - 1974
Joined in September Master Sergeant - E7 Kates, Steven "Stevy D."
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
steven.kates@valp.net
Technical Sergeant - E6 SSgt - TSgt, 1st Combat Communications Group, 2168 Comm Dec 1982 - Dec 1986
Joined in September Macchiavenrna, Frank
frank.macchiavenrna@nscorp.com
A2C, 7514 USAF Disp. Oct 1962 - Oct 1965
Joined in September Senior Master Sergeant, E-8 Pegg, Jerry
Senior Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
jpegg@bellsouth.net
Master Sergeant - E7 TSgt - MSgt, 20 TFW DCM Staff Apr 1976 - Apr 1982
Joined in September Master Sergeant - E7 Pippin, Ronald J. (John)
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
johnpippin2000@yahoo.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, USAF Hospital-Upper Heyford Jan 1980 - Dec 1982
Joined in September Roller, Edwin (Ed)
enia4@msn.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 66th CES Crash / Fire 1967 - 1969
Joined in September Colonel Young, Jim
Colonel, USAF (Ret)
jamesyoung494@comcast.net
Captain Capt, 77TFS Apr 1978 - Jul 1981


Maj. John Long is hosed down by a base fire department member after landing his F-111 aircraft.  This flight marked Maj. Long's 3,000th flying hour in the aircraft. (Released to Public). DoD photo by: SSGT JOHN D. REED  Date Shot: 23 May 1980. National Archive# NN33300514 2005-06-30. Maj. John Long is hosed down by a base fire department member after landing his F-111 aircraft. This flight marked Maj. Long's 3,000th flying hour in the aircraft. (Released to Public)

DoD photo by: SSGT JOHN D. REED Date Shot: 23 May 1980
National Archive# NN33300514 2005-06-30. Source:www.defenselink.mil

Airmen move a generator off the flight line after servicing F-111 aircraft. (Released to Public).  DoD photo by: SSGT FERNANDO SERNA  Date Shot: 17 Sep 1985. DoD photo by: SSGT FERNANDO SERNA  Date Shot: 17 Sep 1985. Airmen move a generator off the flight line after servicing F-111 aircraft. (Released to Public).

DoD photo by: SSGT FERNANDO SERNA Date Shot: 17 Sep 1985.

Source:www.defenselink.mil

EF-111 aircraft tail number 67-052 belonging to the 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron, RAF Upper Heyford. (Released to Public). Source:www.defenselink.mil. EF-111 aircraft tail number 67-052 belonging to the 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron, RAF Upper Heyford. (Released to Public).

Source:www.defenselink.mil

An air-to-air left front view of an F-111 aircraft during a refueling mission over the North Sea. (Released to Public). DoD photo by: MASTER SGT. PATRICK NUGENT  Date Shot: 1 Mar 1988.  Source:www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left front view of an F-111 aircraft during a refueling mission over the North Sea. (Released to Public)

DoD photo by: MASTER SGT. PATRICK NUGENT Date Shot: 1 Mar 1988

Source:www.defenselink.mil

Senior Airman (SRA) David Herdrick inspects the exhaust nozzles on the afterburners duct segment of an F-111 aircraft. (Released to Public). DoD photo by: SSGT FERNANDO SERNA  Date Shot: 17 Sep 1985. Source:www.defenselink.mil. Senior Airman (SRA) David Herdrick inspects the exhaust nozzles on the afterburners duct segment of an F-111 aircraft. (Released to Public)

DoD photo by: SSGT FERNANDO SERNA Date Shot: 17 Sep 1985.

Source:www.defenselink.mil


Kopp and Andrews. Submitted by Stuart Ernst, 20th SPS Kopp and Andrews.

Submitted by Stuart Ernst, 20th SPS "A" Flight, Jan 1978 - Mar 1980.

unknown. Submitted by Stuart Ernst, 20th SPS Unknown.

Submitted by Stuart Ernst, 20th SPS "A" Flight, Jan 1978 - Mar 1980.

Submitted by Stuart Ernst, 20 SPS Submitted by Stuart Ernst, 20 SPS Submitted by Stuart Ernst, 20 SPS

Duane,
I've included pictures of a SP T-shirt, that I believe was done in 1979. If I remember correctly, I believe Brian Lambert (A-flight) was behind the making of the shirt. I thought you might enjoy seeing it, as a former SP.

Submitted by Stuart Ernst, 20 SPS "A" Flight, Jan 1978 - Mar 1980.


Submitted by Russ Kendall, 7514th CSG 1964 - 1966, 66 TRW 1966 - 1967, 20th AGS, 20th EMS, 20th TFW/MA 1984 - 1987. WHAT TO DO WITH AN OLD AIRPLANE ENGINE...

Submitted by Russ Kendall, 7514th CSG 1964 - 1966, 66 TRW 1966 - 1967, 20th AGS, 20th EMS, 20th TFW/MA 1984 - 1987.


Submitted by Tienne M. Fales, 1982-1985. We were TDY at Jever Germany from Heyford.

Submitted by Tienne M. Fales, 520th AGS, Yellow Section, 1982-1985.


Skykings Football 1986 & 1987

Submitted by Jay Solomon. Submitted by Jay Solomon.

"Pictures of Jerome (J-Sol) Solomon carrying the rock.

Submitted by Jay Solomon.


Submitted courtesy of Steve Lewis of Bicester, Oxfordshire. Submitted courtesy of Steve Lewis of Bicester, Oxfordshire. Submitted courtesy of Steve Lewis of Bicester, Oxfordshire. Submitted courtesy of Steve Lewis of Bicester, Oxfordshire. Submitted courtesy of Steve Lewis of Bicester, Oxfordshire. Submitted courtesy of Steve Lewis of Bicester, Oxfordshire.

Submitted courtesy of Steve Lewis of Bicester, Oxfordshire.

Duane

My name is Steve Lewis and I am writing from my home in Bicester, Oxfordshire, which is quite near to the former RAF site at Upper Heyford.

My sister's first husband was a serviceman at the base – Sergeant Frank Endaya – who was in Ammo. She met him in 1988 and they married in March 1989 and then emigrated to live on the Eglin base in Florida from June 1989.

I am attaching some photos of a very special piece of memorabilia. I believe that these jackets were customised for the various “teams” that worked the base and, as the pictures show, they were also personalised for the owner. I also understand that they were only ordered once or twice each year (presumably when new people arrived), which meant that although they were fairly common around the base in those days, they were also something of a limited edition.

I was very lucky in that my future brother-in-law ordered Ammo jackets for him, my sister and also for me in May 1989. I have always treasured my jacket because it was so unusual and it frequently became a talking point when I was out and about. I remember one evening, shortly after Frank and my sister had emigrated, that I was in a pub in Kidlington (where I lived then) and that there was a small group of Americans standing at the bar. They saw my jacket when I went up to buy some drinks and began a pleasant and enjoyable conversation with me because they were serving at the base: they were also in Ammo and had known my brother-in-law.

Considering that my jacket is almost 20 years old – and that it was worn almost on a daily basis, up until about 10 years ago – I have kept it in very good order. I got it out to wear this last week, when my girlfriend and I went on one of the site tours that the North Oxford Consortium organise these days in conjunction with a man named Peter Clifton.

I thought you might like the photos to add to the web site. I wonder how many people remember them? Whether anyone else who looks into the site ever had one, and also how many jackets are still out there somewhere?

I have found the web site to be an enjoyable read. Thanks for reading my e-mail and good luck with any projects you might have lined up for the future.

Best wishes

Steve Lewis


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster for the month of August:
Joined in August Anderson, Donald
danderson76@carolinas.rr.com danderson3@stanleyworks.com
Sergeant - E4 Amn - Sgt, 20th BHS; Accounting and Finance; Travel Section Mar 1976 - Mar 1980
Joined in August Arentz, Eric "Captain A"
Captain, Over 4, USAF (Ret)
arentz40@yahoo.com
Captain, 20 SPS, Ops Officer Feb 1979 - Feb 1982
Joined in August Chief Master Sergeant - E9 Bently, James (Jim)
Chief Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
jbent0214@aol.com
Chief Master Sergeant - E9 CMSgt, 20 CSG (NCOIC CBPO) 70-74
20 CSG (Senior Enlisted Advisor) 74-75
Jul 1970 - Jul 1975
Joined in August Staff Sergeant - E5 Bolduc, James (Jim)
Staff Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
afsargent@hotmail.com
AB - A1C, 20th MMS, Gun Shop /SUU Shop / Load Crew #31 Apr 1978 - Apr 1980
Staff Sergeant - E5 Sgt - SSgt, 20th MMS, 79FS Weapons Load Crew Apr 1988 - Apr 1992
Joined in August Bookman, Eddie "Book"
EpappyBook@wmconnect.com mydaddypappy@yahoo.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th OMS, Orderly Room Jul 1978 - Jul 1981
Joined in August Technical Sergeant - E6 Bullard, John
Technical Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
robinhood54@msn.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 20th SPS Sep 1980 - Aug 1982
Joined in August Ernst, Stuart
stuartet@yahoo.com
Senior Airman Amn - SrA, 20 SPS "A" Flight Jan 1978 - Mar 1980
Joined in August Technical Sergeant - E6 Fales, Tienne M.
Technical Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
Tienne.Fales@randolph.af.mil
520th AGS, Crewchief and then an expeditor in yellow Charlie. Spent a lot of time in Victor Alert as the senior crewchief. 1982 - 1985
Joined in August Rodman, Dell
colonialalpacas@aol.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th SPS Dec 1976 - Dec 1979
Joined in August Swart, Jane "Schwartz"
jane@janebswartconsulting.com claimmaster@yahoo.com
A1C, 20th CRS Automatic Test Stations Jan 1982 - Jul 1985
Joined in August Technical Sergeant - E6 Taggart, Robert "Bobby-T"
Technical Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
robert.tagart@cannon.af.mil
SrA - TSgt, 20th EMS
A/R-Crash Recovery-Wheel @ Tire
Jan 1985 - Feb 1990
Joined in August Technical Sergeant - E6 Uzzle, Mary "Margo"
Technical Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
muzzle@letourneautechnologies.com
Amn, 20FW/CP Command Post Apr 1990 - Apr 1993
Joined in August Wilbourn, Robert (Rob)
Captain, USAF (Ret)
rwilbourne@mac.com
Captain, 77TFS Aircraft Commander and "C" Flight Commander Apr 1979 - Dec 1981


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General Dynamics F-111 in Irak

The General Dynamics F-111 is a medium-range strategic bomber, reconnaissance, and tactical strike aircraft designed in the 1960s. The United States Air Force (USAF) variants were officially named Aardvark, their longtime nickname, at their ceremony of retirement from service in 1996. The only remaining operator of the F-111 is the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), and in Australian service the F-111 is known as the Pig.


F-111 WINGS Part 1/5

One of the most effective weapons in the US inventory.

Length: 10 minutes, 0 seconds.


F-111 WINGS Part 2/5

One of the most effective weapons in the US inventory.

Length: 10 minutes, 2 seconds.


F-111 WINGS Part 3/5

One of the most effective weapons in the US inventory.

Length: 10 minutes, 10 seconds.


F-111 WINGS Part 4/5

One of the most effective weapons in the US inventory.

Length: 10 minutes, 5 seconds.


F-111 WINGS Part 5/5

One of the most effective weapons in the US inventory.

Length: 5 minutes, 29 seconds.


F-111 In Profile

A look at the missions and role of the General Dynamics F-111 bomber.

Length: 4 minutes, 39 seconds.


F111 baby!!!!!!!!

No description.

Length: 3 minutes, 4 seconds.


F-111 capsule ejection

F-111 capsule ejection demonstration.

Length: 28 seconds.


F-111 Cockpit

F-111F Crew Escape Module- On Display at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas, Texas. Crew Module restored and able to power up.

Length: 35 seconds.


F-111 F Model Cockpit

A more detailed tour of the F-111F Crew Module on display at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas, Texas. After 8,000 hours of restoration this cockpit powers up with multiple systems working.

Length: 3 minutes, 13 seconds.


F111's display at Upper Heyford 92

4 x F111E and 2 x EF111A display at Sky Pagent 92.

Length: 3 minutes, 46 seconds.


B-47 in Profile

A look at the history of the Boeing B-47 in USAF service.

Length: 4 minutes, 41 seconds.


RAF Upper Heyford Volunteer PSA

This was a Public Service Announcement we made in 1993 for the Commanders Channel on RAF Upper Heyford's base cable TV system. It was part of a series that was made to help with the closure of the base in 1994. This one was a paradoy of the great silent melodramas of the 1920's.

Length: 4 minutes, 17 seconds.


RAF Upper Heyford Turn It In PSA

This was a Public Service Announcement we made in 1993 for the Commanders Channel on RAF Upper Heyford's base cable TV system. It was part of a series that was made to help with the closure of the base in 1994.

Length: 2 minutes, 8 seconds.


Updates for the Security Police Squadron page...
Submitted by Lee Vaughan, 20th SPS, Nov 1992- May 1994. Submitted by Lee Vaughan, 20th SPS, Nov 1992- May 1994.


Update for the 17th Tactucal Recon Squadron page...
Submitted by Dan Lusardi, RF-101 Crew Chief, 17th TRS 1967, 18th TRS 1969. "I found this photo in some military papers my mother had saved. Chief Master Sargent of the Air Force Paul Airey was touring the bases in Europe."

Dan Lusardi, RF-101 Crew Chief, 17th TRS 1967, 18th TRS 1969.


Updates for the SP Squadron page...
A visit from the General. Submitted by Andi Reed, 20th SPS, 'C' Flight, Dec 1976 - Dec 1978. A visit from the General.

Submitted by Andi Reed, 20th SPS, "C" Flight, Dec 1976 - Dec 1978.

A visit from the General. Submitted by Andi Reed, 20th SPS, 'C' Flight, Dec 1976 - Dec 1978. A visit from the General.

Submitted by Andi Reed, 20th SPS, "C" Flight, Dec 1976 - Dec 1978.

CRA. Submitted by Andi Reed, 20th SPS, 'C' Flight, Dec 1976 - Dec 1978. CRA

Submitted by Andi Reed, 20th SPS, "C" Flight, Dec 1976 - Dec 1978.

24 hour break. Submitted by Andi Reed, 20th SPS, 'C' Flight, Dec 1976 - Dec 1978. 24 hour break.

Submitted by Andi Reed, 20th SPS, "C" Flight, Dec 1976 - Dec 1978.

Our Bus and BX (Base Exchange). Submitted by Andi Reed, 20th SPS, 'C' Flight, Dec 1976 - Dec 1978. Our Bus and BX (Base Exchange).

Submitted by Andi Reed, 20th SPS, "C" Flight, Dec 1976 - Dec 1978.

Submitted by Mike Carr, 20 SPS, Sep 1975 - Nov 1977. Submitted by Mike Carr, 20 SPS, Sep 1975 - Nov 1977. Mike Carr in his dorm room.

Submitted by Mike Carr, 20 SPS, Sep 1975 - Nov 1977.

Former RAF Upper Heyford Security Policemen Reunite After 32 Years

Former RAF Upper Heyford Security Policemen Mike Graham (left) and Bud Wallain (right) reunite after 32 years. "This is a picture of Mike Graham (left) and Bud Wallain (right) taken 05-09-08 at a rest stop near Boardman, Or. We had not seen each either for 32 years. We had been e-mailing each other and I just happened to be passing through, coming back from Las Vegas, so I called him and he met me at the rest stop. We got a woman to take the picture."

Submitted by Mike Graham, 20th SPS, "A" Flight, 1975 - 1978.

Bud Wallain, 20th SPS "A" Flight, 1973 - 1977.


F-111E, s/n 68-009 (Balls-9) Restoration Project
May 08, 2008

Duane,

The Connecticut Museum that was supposed to receive this aircraft ceased operations several years ago. We heard about this aircraft sitting in a yard three years ago. The aircraft was made available to us last year. After raising the funds to cover the back rent and transportation fees we moved the aircraft here.

Our goal is to return her back to the scheme she wore at Upper Heyford. The OV-10 Bronco Association, which operates the memorial air park near Meacham Airport takes delivery of a  F-111E Aardvark produced by General Dynamics in Fort Worth about 1970, Monday May 5, 2008. When it is re-assembled it will be the only F-111 on display in Texas. (Star-Telegram/Rodger Mallison). We are still in need of raising $3,000 to finish purchasing paint and sheet metal items to repair many of the panels that were destroyed during the demilitarization of the aircraft. Please visit our website at www.OV-10Bronco.Net to learn how your tax-deductible donations can help.

It is very ironic to us that our of 533 'Varks that were built in Fort Worth there is not one on display anywhere in the DFW metroplex. The OV-10 Bronco Association, which operates the memorial air park near Meacham Airport takes delivery of a  F-111E Aardvark produced by General Dynamics in Fort Worth about 1970, Monday May 5, 2008. When it is re-assembled it will be the only F-111 on display in Texas. (Star-Telegram/Rodger Mallison). It seems fitting to us to return "Balls 009" to her original UH Paint Scheme and have her on display in her hometown.

We greatly appreciate your efforts to allow us to post our progress on your website.

Cheers!

Jim Bloomberg
Director, Aviation Operations
OV-10 Bronco Associations/
Veterans Memorial Air Park of
Fort Worth

May 07, 2008

Folks,

As many of you already know the OV-10 Bronco Association and Veterans Memorial Air Park have been aggressively working for the last four years to Save-An-F-111 (F-111E Serial Number 68-009) from the Scrap Man's torch. Yesterday we completed Phase 2 of our plan and brought The OV-10 Bronco Association, which operates the memorial air park near Meacham Airport takes delivery of a  F-111E Aardvark produced by General Dynamics in Fort Worth about 1970, Monday May 5, 2008. When it is re-assembled it will be the only F-111 on display in Texas. (Star-Telegram/Rodger Mallison) this Cold War Vet home to its birth place in Fort Worth, Texas. Our efforts landed us a front page article in the Living Section of the Fort Worth Star Telegram (See Below).

In June we will start our engineering and reassembly effort. The OV-10 Bronco Association, which operates the memorial air park near Meacham Airport takes delivery of a  F-111E Aardvark produced by General Dynamics in Fort Worth about 1970, Monday May 5, 2008. When it is re-assembled it will be the only F-111 on display in Texas. (Star-Telegram/Rodger Mallison). We are by no means out of the woods yet. We are still needing to raise $3,000.00 to purchase supplies and structural items to return this Veteran back to her Cold War appearance. We are accepting charitable donations in any amount. They can be sent to the below listed address:

The OV-10 Bronco Association, which operates the memorial air park near Meacham Airport takes delivery of a  F-111E Aardvark produced by General Dynamics in Fort Worth about 1970, Monday May 5, 2008. When it is re-assembled it will be the only F-111 on display in Texas. (Star-Telegram/Rodger Mallison) OV-10 Bronco Association
Project Save-A-Vark
Attn: Mr. Tom Kemp
505 NW 38th Street, Suite 33S
Fort Worth, Texas 76133

Today is a Great Day for Aardvark Fans and Aviation Historians everywhere. We look forward to having you visit our 'Vark.

Cheers!

Jim Bloomberg
Director, Aviation Operations

May 6, 2008
Aging war bird returns to birthplace
By CHRIS VAUGHN
Star-Telegram Staff Writer The OV-10 Bronco Association, which operates the memorial air park near Meacham Airport takes delivery of a  F-111E Aardvark produced by General Dynamics in Fort Worth about 1970, Monday May 5, 2008. When it is re-assembled it will be the only F-111 on display in Texas. (Star-Telegram/Rodger Mallison).

FORT WORTH -- Arriving in pieces on two flatbed tractor-trailers, it did not look like much of a museum piece.

But the homecoming of an F-111 Aardvark, built in Fort Worth a generation ago at General Dynamics, now Lockheed Martin, was cause for celebration at the Veterans Memorial Air Park.

"There is no example of the F-111 in the Metroplex," said Jim Hodgson, president of the OV-10 Bronco Association, which has spearheaded the creation of the air park. "This airplane to a lot of the retired guys from the plant is the most important project they worked on."

The F-111, an E model delivered to the Air Force in 1969, is nicknamed "Balls 9," from its manufacturing number of 68-0009. The Aardvark was a controversial, and costly, airplane in the 1960s and eventually became known as "McNamara's folly," a nod to the defense secretary at the time.

BY THE NUMBERS
Here's some more to know about the F-111's return to Fort Worth:
566 - The number of F-111s produced at the General Dynamics plant in Fort Worth. It was retired by the Air Force in 1996.
2 - The number of F-111s on display in Texas. One is in Tyler at the Historic Aviation Memorial Museum. The other is at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls.
5,430 - The number of flight hours "Balls 9" recorded, all of them with the 77th Tactical Fighter Squadron based in England. Some of those flights were over Kuwait and Iraq during the first Persian Gulf War.
$12,000 - The amount of money it took to bring the plane to Fort Worth. The OV-10 Bronco Association raised half the money from F-111 supporters, and the other half came from the B-36 Peacemaker Museum group.
$3,000 - The amount needed to restore the plane. "There is a lot of talent with the retirees from the B-36 group, and when they get done, I guarantee you that you will not be able to tell the difference," said Jim Bloomberg, a leader in the OV-10 group.
13 - The air park now has a "baker's dozen" aircraft next door to its hangar at Meacham Airport, including an F-4 Phantom, F-14 Tomcat, OV-10 Bronco and A-4 Skyhawk. The organization parked a TF-102 Delta Dagger, produced in Fort Worth in 1958, at the site just a week ago.

Source: Star-Telegram research, OV-10 Bronco Association
CHRIS VAUGHN, 817-390-7547
cvaughn@star-telegram.com


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster for the month of July:
Joined in July Bartells, Kenneth
kenneth.bartells@us.af.mil kbartells@ywave.com
A1C, 620th SPS
20th SPS
Nov 1990 - Nov 1992
Joined in July Chief Master Sergeant - E9 Ellenberger, Theodore (Ted)
Chief Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
TEllenberger@cox.net
Senior Master Sergeant, E-8 SMSgt, 20th CSG (NCOIC of the CBPO) 1982 - 1984
Joined in July Chief Master Sergeant - E9 Ganiel, Charles "Chuck"
Chief Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
charles.ganiel@charter.net
Technical Sergeant - E6 TSgt, 20 Security Police Squadron Jan 1993 - Mar 1994
Joined in July Technical Sergeant - E6 Peterson, William O. "Pete"
Technical Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
wilpete07@aol.com
3 stripes for the rank of Airman First Class during this time period. A1C, 3918 Air Police Squadron 1952 - 1955
Joined in July Willis, Barry "Will"
barry@pinevalleymusic.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 79th Tac Fighter Squadron
Crew Chief, F-111E Hi-Lift Inspection Team
1970 - 1972


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster for the month of June:
Joined in June Technical Sergeant - E6 Ehlenbach, Jacob "Smokey"
Technical Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
jakeehlenbach@btinternet.co.uk
Technical Sergeant - E6 TSgt, 20th AMS Instrument Shop Jan 1954 - Jan 1974
Joined in June Rowe, Mark
mfrowe@sonmedia.com
Sergeant - E4 A1C - Sgt, 20th Civil Engineering Squadron
Fire Department
Mar 1986 - Aug 1991
Joined in June Tomaszewski, Steve "SKI"
stomas@triton.net
A1C, 20th SPS "D" Flight - TNT member (1st in USAF) Alternate CSC-Alarm Monitor QRA & WSA-Vehicle Control Monitor & Chow Bus Operator 1979 - 1981


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster for the month of May:
Joined in May Anderson, Randall
deaconrandall@gmail.com
Senior Airman Amn - SrA, 20th SPS 1978 - 1979
Joined in May Cafin, Larry
lcafin@yahoo.com
Sergeant - E4 Sgt, 20th SPS (Law Enforcement) Feb 1972 - Apr 1974
Joined in May Master Sergeant - E7 DeHart, Paul
Master Sergeant, USAFR (Ret)
pdehart@columbus.rr.com
Master Sergeant - E7 2130th Comm Gp Oct 1972 - Oct 1974
Joined in May Klesch, Joseph (Joe)
joe999@zoominternet.net
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 20th FMS Hydraulic Shop/1970-1972 came with 79th TFS from Woodbridge/transitioned from F-100's to F-111's Jan 1970 - Jun 1972
Joined in May Brock, Brian
bkmbrock@yahoo.com
A1C, 2130 Communications Group
(Primary Tech Control and Autodin)
Sep 1984 - Nov 1986


Please join me in welcoming these personnel joining our online UH community by placing their contact information on the Duty Roster for the month of April:
Joined in April Master Sergeant - E7 Dawson, Norman
Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
nldawson@wmis.net
Master Sergeant - E7 2130 Communications Group Aug 1987 - Sep 1990
Joined in April Prucey, Michael
Lt. Colonel, USAF (Ret)
mauser_41@hotmail.com michael.prucey@sbcglobal.net
Captain, Security Police Sep 1984 - Jun 1987
Joined in April Lorello, Mark
mlorell1@maine.rr.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 20th Supply Squadron, POL Dec 1972 - May 1975
Joined in April Sherby, Steve
stephen_sherby@infostations.com
A1C, 20th OMS Blue 2 Crew Chief 1975 - 1977
Joined in April Staff Sergeant - E5 Webb, James (Jim)
Staff Sergeant, USAF (Ret)
thewebbclan@sky.com
Staff Sergeant - E5 SSgt, 20th SPS 1992 - 1994


Update for the Comm Squadrons page...
Submitted by Paul DeHart, 2130th Comm Gp, Oct 1972- Oct 1974.

Date: 1974. Photo taken from Airman Barracks
Left- Large bldg is base post office
Center (in distance)- Base Gym
Right- Bldg 30 and large antenna

Submitted by Paul DeHart, 2130th Comm Gp, Oct 1972- Oct 1974.


Update for the Aircraft Generation Squadrons page...
High resolution image. DoD photo taken by SSgt. Fernando Serna on 17 Sep 1985. Senior Airman (SrA) William Hynson, a crew chief from the 20th Aircraft Generation Squadron, signs the preflight form after inspecting the flaps of an F-111 aircraft.

DoD photo taken by SSgt. Fernando Serna on 17 Sep 1985. (Released to Public)


Updates for the 79th Tactical Fighter Squadron page...
High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left rear view of two 79th Tactical Fighter Squadron F-111E aircraft.

DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left side view of F-111E aircraft of the 79th, 77th and 55th Tactical Fighter Squadrons in formation with a 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron EF-111A Raven aircraft over snow-covered mountains in northern Scotland.

DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left side view of F-111E aircraft of the 79th, 77th and 55th Tactical Fighter Squadrons in formation with a 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron EF-111A Raven aircraft over snow-covered mountains in northern Scotland.

DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left side view of F-111E aircraft of the 79th, 77th and 55th Tactical Fighter Squadrons in formation with a 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron EF-111A Raven aircraft over a lake in northern Scotland.

DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left side view of a Utah Air National Guard KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft refueling a 79th Tactical Fighter Squadron F-111E aircraft. A 77th Tactical Fighter Squadron F-111E and a 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron EF-111A Raven aircraft await their turn while in flight over the northern part of the English Channel.

DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left side view of a 79th Tactical Fighter Squadron F-111E Aardvarck aircraft, a 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron EF-111A Raven aircraft, a 77th Tactical Fighter Squadron Aardvarck aircraft and a Utah Air National Guard KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft flying in formation over the northern part of the English Channel.

DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left side view of a Utah Air National Guard KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft refueling a 79th Tactical Fighter Squadron F-111E aircraft. A 77th Tactical Fighter Squadron F-111E and a 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron EF-111A Raven aircraft stay in close formation while in flight over the northern part of the English Channel.

DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left side view of a Utah Air National Guard KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft refueling a 79th Tactical Fighter Squadron F-111E aircraft. A 77th Tactical Fighter Squadron F-111E and a 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron EF-111A Raven aircraft await their turn while in flight over the northern part of the English Channel.

DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left side view of F-111E aircraft of the 79th, 77th and 55th Tactical Fighter Squadrons in formation with a 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron EF-111A Raven aircraft over a valley in northern Scotland.

DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left side view of a 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron EF-111A Raven aircraft leading F-111E aircraft of the 79th, 77th and 55th Tactical Fighter Squadrons over Loch Ness, Scotland.

DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by SSgt Fernando Serna. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by Sgt David S. Nolan. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. A 20th Tactical Fighter Wing F-111E aircraft is serviced in a hangar.

DoD photo taken on 27 Mar 1987 by Sgt David S. Nolan. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 6 Apr 1987 by Sgt David Nolan. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left side view of an F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft of the 50th Tactical Fighter Wing leading an EF-111A Raven aircraft of the 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron and an F-111E Aardvark aircraft of the 79th Tactical Fighter Squadron. These aircraft are part of a larger, 15-aircraft formation taking part in an aerial review for departing General (GEN) Charles L. Donnelly Jr., commander in chief, US Air Force, Europe and commander, Allied Air Forces Central Europe.

DoD photo taken on 6 Apr 1987 by Sgt David Nolan. (Released to Public)

High resolution image. DoD photo taken on 6 Apr 1987 by Sgt David Nolan. (Released to Public)  Source: www.defenselink.mil. An air-to-air left side view of an F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft of the 50th Tactical Fighter Wing leading an EF-111A Raven aircraft of the 42nd Electronic Countermeasures Squadron and an F-111E Aardvark aircraft of the 79th Tactical Fighter Squadron. These aircraft are part of a larger, 15-aircraft formation taking part in an aerial review for departing General (GEN) Charles L. Donnelly Jr., commander in chief, US Air Force, Europe and commander, Allied Air Forces Central Europe.

DoD photo taken on 6 Apr 1987 by Sgt David Nolan. (Released to Public)


Updates for the Aerial Views & Maps page...
High resolution image. DoD photo by: SSgt. David S. Nolan. Source: www.defenselink.mil. An aerial view of the base, showing the main runway and hangar area at RAF Upper Heyford. (Released to Public)

DoD photo by SSgt. David S. Nolan on 28 April 1989.

High resolution image. DoD photo by SSgt. David S. Nolan. Source: www.defenselink.mil. An aerial view of a portion of the RAF Upper Heyford air base. (Released to Public)

DoD photo by SSgt. David S. Nolan on 28 April 1989.

High resolution image. DoD photo by SSgt. David S. Nolan. Source: www.defenselink.mil. An aerial view of a hangar area adjacent to the main runway. An EF-111 Raven aircraft from the 42nd Electronic Combat (Countermeasures) Squadron is being towed along a road in the foreground at RAF Upper Heyford. (Released to Public)

DoD photo by SSgt. David S. Nolan on 28 April 1989.

High resolution image. DoD photo by SSgt. David S. Nolan. Source: www.defenselink.mil. An aerial view of a hangar area on the base, showing an EF-111 aircraft of the 20th Tactical Fighter Wing, United States Air Force Europe (USAFE), parked in front of one of the hangars at RAF Upper Heyford. (Released to Public)

DoD photo by SSgt. David S. Nolan on 28 April 1989.

High resolution image. DoD photo by SSgt. David S. Nolan. Source: www.defenselink.mil. An aerial view of a hangar area on the base, showing an EF-111 aircraft of the 20th Tactical Fighter Wing, United States Air Force Europe (USAFE), parked in front of one of the hangars at RAF Upper Heyford. (Released to Public)

DoD photo by SSgt. David S. Nolan on 28 April 1989.

High resolution image. DoD photo by SSgt. David S. Nolan. Source: www.defenselink.mil. An aerial view of a portion of the base, showing a housing area in the foreground at the RAF Upper Heyford air base. (Released to Public)

DoD photo by SSgt. David S. Nolan on 28 April 1989.


Submitted by Dave Korb Submitted by Dave Korb.


3918 Combat Defense Squadron Emblem...

Submitted by Terry Horstead


Base Preservation

Duane

I hope that you are well.

Planing application has at last been submitted. If any old Heyfordians would like to lend a hand, any letters(s) from the US might get the Council to sit up and realise the importance of this site. Letters to Cherwell District Council Planning Department Bodicote House Banbury OX15 4AA UK should be headed 'Redevelopment of former RAF Upper Heyford' and refer to the recent application submitted on 28 September but awaiting registration (and reference no.) or email to jenny.barker@cherwell-dc.gov.uk. I would clearly like to see interested parties support the retention of all the military infrastructure; runways, buildings and fence and also the principle that the enabling funds (i.e. from the houses being allowed for that express purpose) should be concentrated on the heritage project which could have global significance (we have plans to link this with other sites on both sides of the 'iron curtain)'. Any personal touches would be important to individualise and show the level of interest in keeping a site of this importance for this and future generations to learn about the Cold War and the role of NATO etc. We would be grateful if you could give this application as much publicity as possible.

Thanks

Daniel Scharf


Some interesting video links to YouTube. Submitted by Jonathan.

Anglia At War Memories

General Dynamics F-111

Aircraft at Mildenhall 2001

Mildenhall Air Fete 2001 (Part 1)

Mildenhall Air Fete 2001 (Part 2)

More YouTube F-111 Videos

F-111 Belly Landing - Australian News Version
F-111 Belly Landing - Australia

F-111 Low Pass (Rated "R" for language)

F-111 Promo Video - Australia


"Come One, Come All" Reunion DVD Now Available!

For anyone that couldn't make it to the event but would still like a DVD, I can be contacted below. The DVD runs to 45 minutes. In addition to the day of the event we spent another day filming around the base to get a snapshot of the buildings as they are today, these pictures are also included on the DVD. So far I have received very favourable comments from those that have watched it. It sells for £10 GBP.

If I can clarify anything, please do not hesitate to conatct me.

Kind regards

Steve

Stryder TV Ltd
The Old Forge
Sutton under Brailes
Banbury Oxfordshire OX15 5BQ
United Kingdom

steve.ryder@stryder.tv
www.stryder.tv
Ph: 0845 241 4701
Fax: 0845 241 4702
Mobile: 07831 171556

Domain Name Secured for 5 More Years

Registration of the domain name of raf-upper-heyford.org has been secured for another 5 years with a payment of $38.55 to www.namesecure.com.

Cheers,

Duane Park
webmaster
uhwebguy@hotmail.com


Submitted by Mike Benedict, 20th SPS, May 1975 - Jun 1977. 20th SPS members at the August 12, 2006 Reunion at RAF Upper Heyford.

Front Row, left to right; Mike Benedict, ________, ________, ________.
Back Row, left to right; ________, ________, ________, ________.

Submitted by Mike Benedict, 20th SPS, May 1975 - Jun 1977.


F-111E of 20 TFW at RAF Valley airshow. Photo by Steve Brock. 68-063 F-111E of the 20 TFW at RAF Valley airshow.

Photo by Steve Brock.

Submitted by John Murphy, 3918 CAMS, 1964 - 1965. Submitted by John Murphy, 3918 CAMS, 1964 - 1965. Submitted by John Murphy, 3918 CAMS, 1964 - 1965.
Support of Operation Desert Storm
"These photos were taken circa February, 1991. I was with a 63 AMS unit from Norton AFB in California, deployed to RAF Upper Heyford in support of Operation Desert Storm from January to April of 1991."

Submitted by Albert Mosley, 63 AMS, Norton AFB, California. C-141B near UH hangars. Submitted by Albert Mosley, 63 AMS, Norton AFB, California. UH F-111 hangars. Submitted by Albert Mosley, 63 AMS, Norton AFB, California. UH Flightline, MAC Aircraft, 1991. Submitted by Albert Mosley, 63 AMS, Norton AFB, California. UH Transient; F-16 taxiing. Submitted by Albert Mosley, 63 AMS, Norton AFB, California.

Submitted by Duane Park.

20th Tactical Fighter Wing Upper Heyford AB United Kingdom Plaque.

Victory by Valor presentation plaque. The plaque is made out of wood with plastic hanger which states made in England. Made by the Black Knight Art Company, Summers Row, North Finchley, London, England. Measures: 6 by 7.

Submitted by Duane Park.


A note from Jim Seymour:

It has come to my attention that there is a new book about Heyford coming out. It is:

Pictorial History of RAF Upper Heyford

The price is $15.00 and can be obtained from:

Sigmond Alexander
12110 Coscerdos Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78233

Mr. Alexander is vice President of the B-47 Association.


Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973. Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973. Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973. "Two of the girls from the Penthouse Club in London visited the base. After getting permission from higher up, Mr. John Hatfield (ran the Aero Club) and myself took the two for a short flight in one of the club's Cherokee's. Doors closed, that's me in the right seat and John is in the left."

Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973.

Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973. "Through Special Services, personnel could rent cabin cruisers docked at Henley-on-Thames."

Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973.

Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973. "Good experience going through the locks and tying up to Pubs and restraints along the river."

Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973.

Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973. "That's me and Hal Green doing some "quality control" time on the river. Someone had to do it!"

Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973.

Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973. "Again, a great crew of Special Services guys even though I could not remember all their names - - if anyone can fill in the blanks, please do so. Left to right: TSgt Phil Haddock, ________, ________. In the gold jacket, Hal Green and on the end with the umbrella, one of the best SMSgt's one could have, Scotty Greenhagen. Not pictured, but very appreciated was the administrative NCO, Doug Walton (got great ORI results."

Submitted by Al Pinto, Chief, Special Services Division, 20CSG, 1971 - 1973.


A coaster from the All Ranks Club.

A coaster from the All Ranks Club.


The Guardian
Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988
Submitted by Bert "Rowdy" Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987.

Front cover of 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 2. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 3. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 4. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 5. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 6. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987.

'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 7. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 8. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 9. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 10. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 11. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 12. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987.
'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 13. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 14. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 15. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 16. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 17. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 18. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987.
'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 19. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 20. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 21. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 22. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988; page 23. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987. Back cover of 'The Guardian', Volume 4, No. 3 Jan 22, 1988. Submitted by Bert ''Rowdy'' Piper, 20th SPS, Area Supervisor / BISS Operator, Oct 1983 - Oct 1987.


Crossroads sign. Submitted by Jeff Turkel, 20th CES Fire Department Firefighter, Dec 1978 - Dec 1981. Crossroads sign. Submitted by Jeff Turkel, 20th CES Fire Department Firefighter, Dec 1978 - Dec 1981.

Crossroads sign and RAF sign.

Submitted by Jeff Turkel, 20th CES Fire Department Firefighter, Dec 1978 - Dec 1981.

Thanks, Jeff. Sorry it took so long to get these online.


Submitted by Gaines Liner, 520th AGS, Weapons Branch, 1983 - 1987. Submitted by Gaines Liner, 520th AGS, Weapons Branch, 1983 - 1987.

"F-111E "Balls-7" taken at Aviano AB Italy in 1986. Also a pic of an F-15 at the airshow of 1985 I believe. It may have been 1984 though."

Submitted by Gaines Liner, 520th AGS, Weapons Branch, 1983 - 1987.

Submitted by Kevin Olley, 20th TFW, 520th AGS, 55 AMU, blue section and 20 TFW, MAT DCC / ABDR training section, 1983 - 1986. Submitted by Kevin Olley, 20th TFW, 520th AGS, 55 AMU, blue section and 20 TFW, MAT DCC / ABDR training section, 1983 - 1986.

"Here are a couple attached photos for the website. They are taken at the Hill AFB, UT Air Museum. That is me standing at the nose of the aircraft."

Submitted by Kevin Olley, 20th TFW, 520th AGS, 55 AMU, blue section and 20 TFW, MAT DCC / ABDR training section, 1983 - 1986.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. Waiting For Action

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. A sleeping F-111E

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. Arriving F-111 on the 27.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. C-130 fly-by.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. Departing F-111 1982

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. F-111 departing for night sorty.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. F-111 Ready to shoot off the 27

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. Incoming F-111

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. F-111 68-059

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982. Incoming A-10

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Stuart Poehner, 20th SPS, 'B' Flight, 1979 - 1982.

Submitted by Tor-Helge Yttervik, patch collector, ex RNoAF now RNoArmy. "Quite some years ago while I was in the RNoAF I was given this patch by "someone" visiting the COB (Collocated Operating Base) facility at Bardufoss AFB in Norway. This must have been appx 1988-1990. I think the COB was "controlled" by 48th TFW personnell, but we had visitors from other units as well, including from Mildenhall and Upper Heyford. I don't know if it has any relevance to your extremely nice web-site for patches, but I attach an image of this patch anyway. Your website is just about the only one I find describing the 100 RSG, so here we go..."


Tor-Helge Yttervik
(patch collector, ex RNoAF now RNoArmy)

Submitted by David ''Abby'' Abendroth, AACS Air Traffic Control, 1961 - 1964. Submitted by David "Abby" Abendroth, AACS Air Traffic Control, 1961 - 1964.
From the desk of Will Ward comes a short story that I think you'll enjoy. Written in MS Word.

"I am not an ex-serviceman by any means, but I thought you might be interested in the attached short piece I wrote on my impressions of Upper Heyford as a young boy.

Best wishes
Will Ward

A short story submitted by Will Ward. Written in MS Word.


Chance to tour Cold War Airbase. An article from the Banbury Guardian, July 9, 2005. Submitted by Dionne Huntington.

An article from the Banbury Guardian, July 7, 2005. Article submitted by Dionne Huntington.


To book, call: 01273 897375



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Mike Noftzger saw this story on BBC News Online and thought you would like to see it.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/em/fr/-/1/hi/england/oxfordshire/3888163.stm

Technical note: Please be advised that the URL address http://raf-upper-heyford.nstemp.org/ is no longer valid or updated due to a change in web host providers. The correct and current URL for this site is http://www.raf-upper-heyford.org.


Bowling Alley Fire and Demolition
May 2003

"I thought that you might like to know that there was a fire at the Upper Heyford Bowling Center earlier this week which damaged the roof of the building. The fire department are investigating the cause but I believe at this stage they don't think that it was intentional."

Submitted courtesy of Garry Hill, May 23, 2003. Submitted by Garry Hill on May 23, 2003.

October 2004

"I live in what was the old base houseing on Portal Drive North. I thought you may like to know that the old bowling alley was knocked down this week and signs erected where the old huts are, warning of "Asbestos"."

Submitted courtesy of Steve Provis, October 2004. UH Bowling Center Demolition 10-21-2004. Submitted coutesy of Steve Provis. UH Bowling Center Demolition 10-21-2004. Submitted coutesy of Steve Provis. UH Bowling Center Demolition 10-21-2004. Submitted coutesy of Steve Provis. UH Bowling Center Demolition 10-21-2004. Submitted coutesy of Steve Provis.

"I have lived next to the base all my life and have seen a lot going on 1958 to 2004 quite a while. Thought you might like to see what has happened to the boiling alley within the last two weeks."

Submitted coutesy of Kevin A Buxey,
Heyford Leys Park UH Bowling Center Demolition 10-21-2004. Submitted coutesy of Kevin A Buxey, Heyford Leys Park.


Special Thanks
I wish to express my sincere thanks to Donald Steier for upgrading my PC at no cost to help me maintain the RAF Upper Heyford Memorial Web Site!

Special UH Thanks also go to Tom Conklin, a 15 year USAF veteran stationed at RAF Upper Heyford with the 20th OMS, Transit Alert (Red Section and Blue Section) from 1969 to 1973. Tom put me in touch with his neighbor, Donald Steier, who helped me with the problems I was having with my PC. Don graciously upgraded my PC at no charge! Now, with faster PC performance and plenty of hard drive space to load software programs, I will be able to continue maintenance and improvements to the RAF Upper Heyford Memorial Web Site.

This upgraded PC was essential to the web site's continued growth and expansion, as we have now exceeded our 100 meg web space allocation milestone. Please drop Don a special UH Thank You for his kind and generous gift! Don is the real deal and I've seen his work. He is the leading edge among those in his field. Thanks again to Tom and Don, for all your help to get us back on track!


Did you know...
To visit the RAF Upper Heyford Base Museum, you must first contact the North Oxfordshire Consortium. The telephone number is 01144-1869-238200.

Another web site about RAF Upper Heyford has been developed by Paul Francis, based on his research for the local council in February 1996. http://www.rafupperheyford.4t.com


"High School transcripts for students graduating from a Department of Defense School (DODS) are transferred to ETS at Princeton, New Jersey five years after graduation. People can download a transcript request form from www.getcollegecredit.com or call them at 609-720-6740." Information submitted courtesy of Lt. Shepherd.

I cannot offer any help to locate old friends from RAF Upper Heyford other than by means of YOU reviewing the "Duty Roster", the "Guestbook", the "Message Board" and the links provided on the "Links" page. If your friend, relative or aquaintance isn't listed on the "Duty Roster" page or in the Guestbook, please feel free to leave an entry in the Guestbook and/or on the Message Board. Best of luck!


Special Thanks to Richard Mead and


http://www.cmr-intech.co.uk


Former Heyford SP assists in locating old friends and family.
www.ohioprivatedetective.com
Former Heyford SP assists in locating old friends and family. www.ohioprivatedetective.com


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