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Primary Unit 1977-1980, 43190, HQ Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Service, Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Service
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1975, National Rifle Association (NRA)
1978, Air & Space Forces Association (AFA)
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1980, Jolly Green Giant Association
2011, USAF Rotorheads
2011, 8th Air Force Historical Society
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2012, United Services Automobile Association (USAA)
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2021, Air Rescue Association
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2024, American Legion, Post 13 (Member) (Maryville, Tennessee)
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2024, Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA), Chapter 1004 (Life member) (Lebanon, Tennessee)
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What are you doing now: Retired from US Airways after 20 years as a maintenance (line and heavy) supervisor on the Boeing 737, 757, 767, Airbus 319, 320, 321 and the A330.. Currently pursuing golfing, target shooting, woodworking and traveling.
1960-1962, 43150, 1110 Balloon Activity Squadron
1962-1963, 43150A, 1212th Balloon Acrivity Squadron
1963-1963, 43150A, 59th Weather Reconnaissance Squadron
1963-1965, 43150A, Central Air Rescue Center, Air Rescue Service (ARS)
1965-1968, 43170A, 67th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron
1968-1969, 43170A, Central Air Rescue Center, Air Rescue Service (ARS)
1969-1970, 43170A, 40th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron
1971-1972, 43170, 6515th Organizational Maintenance Squadron
1972-1972, 43170A, 37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron
1973-1974, 43170A, HQ Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Service, Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Service
1974-1975, 43170A, 5040th Helicopter Squadron
1975-1977, 43190, 71st Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron
1977-1980, 43190, HQ Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Service, Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Service
Please describe who or what influenced your decision to join the Air Force.
Whether you were in the service for several years or as a career, please describe the direction or path you took. Where did you go to basic training and what units, bases, or squadrons were you assigned to? What was your reason for leaving?
If you participated in any military operations, including combat, humanitarian and peacekeeping operations, please describe those which made a lasting impact on you and, if life-changing, in what way?
Did you encounter a situation during your military service when you believed there was a possibility you might not survive? Please describe what happened and what was the outcome.
Of all your duty stations or assignments, which one do you have fondest memories of and why? Which was your least favorite?
From your entire military service, describe any memories you still reflect back on to this day.
What professional achievements are you most proud of from your military career?
Of all the medals, awards, formal presentations and qualification badges you received, or other memorabilia, which one is the most meaningful to you and why?
Which individual(s) from your time in the military stand out as having the most positive impact on you and why?
List the names of old friends you served with, at which locations, and recount what you remember most about them. Indicate those you are already in touch with and those you would like to make contact with.
Can you recount a particular incident from your service, which may or may not have been funny at the time, but still makes you laugh?
What profession did you follow after your military service and what are you doing now? If you are currently serving, what is your present occupational specialty?
What military associations are you a member of, if any? What specific benefits do you derive from your memberships?
In what ways has serving in the military influenced the way you have approached your life and your career? What do you miss most about your time in the service?
Based on your own experiences, what advice would you give to those who have recently joined the Air Force?
In what ways has TogetherWeServed.com helped you remember your military service and the friends you served with.
