Comprising the flying units of the Wolfpack were four F-4D Phantom tactical fighter squadrons. I am going thru my photos from my tour currently and will be Took a bucket full down to the T-lock, she loved them, pretty sure she preferred them to a box of candy and flowers. I have filed no claim at this time but after reading these many comments, filing a claim might be in the future. I am another Ubonian. We were off base in the ammo dump. This group is dedicated to the brotherhood of those who served at Ubon Royal Thai Air Force Base,Thailand during the Vietnam War. I am trying to help him with his VA claim. Dont give up, I filed a claim with the va last July and Im still waiting. 4. Most foreigners tend to keep to themselves out in the country side with the occasional jaunt into the big smoke for supplies but there are enough around at the places mentioned above that I am sure will keep you amused in one way or another! Buy photos from select Flickr photographers If you dont mind me asking, what % did they (VA) compensate you? I have some film and pictures I need to dig out of the attic. On 26 May 1967, the personnel and equipment of the 40th TFS were transferred to the 8th Fighter Wing based in Thailand. Thanks for your response. Ill never forget that year.So many memories and great guys !! ), Telecommunications Squadron, 1972-1973 I turned 19 y/o on that air base and spent any night that I wasnt working, downtown playing trumpet with the Filipino band, The Jugglers. He passed away last year. Hi Virgil, I also was at Ubon May 69 to may 70. The first Air Force victories did not occur until July 10, when F-4Cs, flying from Ubon Air Base in Thailand, shot down two MiG-17s. 408th MMS from Jan 68 through Mar 69. Photos are great reminders. Sir Edmund Hillary visited the base on 25 January 1967. The US was helping the Royal Lao Government achieve whatever advantage possible before working out a settlement with the Pathet Lao and their allies. 9 August 1983: RTAF VC-47B L2-30/07/641 crashed on take-off. Several of our men went to Danang to help with quick turns during this time. old I have a claim into the va, and there telling me that I didnt get near the perimeter of the base, where they used agent orange to kill the weeds on the perimeter, I know there are wrong and I would like to know if anyone has a list of the augmentees during this time period Thanks Steve Wegher, Check out UBON VETS Facebook page,,it is a closed group,,you will need to join,, but a wealth of info for your claim, if you find help we would all like to hear i have had kidney and heart problems from return to the us from ubon in 1970, I was an avionics type when I was assigned to Ubon from 6/68 to 6/69. Col. Robin Olds, 8th Tactical Fighter Wing commander, is carried off the airfield after successfully completing Operation Bolo Airmen Jan. 2, 1967. The attack was on the AC 130 end of the base. We were told by intel. Hi Christina, I was at three bases, Da Nang RVN, Udorn, Ubon. There are a TON of sites for Veterans all over social media. Col. Robin Olds. Thank God , as far as I know, I dont have cancer but I have the other three. trying to get a few downloaded soon. Just stumbled across this site and stirred many memories of my tour of duty at Ubon (April 71-April 72). My email is the same, but they apparently turned your workplace email off. Sign you see after getting off C-130 flight from Bangkok, home for the next 12 months. Website Terms & Conditions |
Those two boys were about fifteen feet past my station when my exterior wall caught a small arms round. Great to have you drop by I bet you have some stories to tell as well! Col. Olds Base Commander, Humped the missiles to the A/C for Operation Bolo. EC-121 tail with Air Defense Command insignia. He flew 78 combat missions into North Vietnam, many in the Hanoi/Haiphong area, and led a flight into the Bolo Mig sweep in which seven Communist Mig 21s were destroyed . Wanted to come back but got to Danang for the big tet offensive in 68. It was also the only USAF base that ran opposite direction, single runway, air traffic; landing runway 23, departing runway 05. Just wondering if the 5th RRU should be added with the 83rd RRSOU above the Mekhala Station emblem, and also whether the 83rd's Ramasun Station emblem should be put there or somewhere else. 408th MMS Gun shop,9/69-70,,6/71-72. Hey Charlie, try contacting me at [email protected]. Branch of Service: Air Force. I was widowed at only 35 yrs old with three young children (ages 9, 6 and 2&1/2yrs) and have been fighting VA with Brents AO claim for 26 years now. I too belong to the Ubon Veterans site and it is an excellent site. After 30 years and learning the computer and finding VetFriends, I went to my first reunion of the USS Navasota AO-106. Charles B. DeBellevue was a Weapons Systems Officer (WSO) flying F-4 Phantoms during the Vietnam War. Thank you, F-4cs & ds. Advanced Search |
I recall the night they tried to get the gunships very well. Crew members of EC-121 Aircraft inside aircraft at Ubon Air Base in Thailand during College Eye airborne radar surveillance mission. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) denied his claim because the VA will not concede that all veterans who served at Thailand air bases were exposed to tactile herbicides (Agent Orange). First Thank you for your service. We were released several hours later and not given any further updates. [28]:134, From February to October 1967 EC-121 Warning Star aircraft of the College Eye Task Force were based at Ubon. He is looking for anyone who was stationed there at that time time. I worked with the Civil Engineer Sqdn. I was a J4620 in the 433rd under Wing Com Col Robin Olds and Vice Com. And I was right there along side you Craig. [15]:115, On 5 December 1969 the first AC-130 Surprise Package aircraft equipped with improved night-vision equipment and a Bofors 40 mm gun joined the 16th SOS at Ubon and began operation on 12 December. These were originally slides that I had converted into photos and also put on a disk. Got there sept 70 till sept 72. Hi Mike Keep us posted on the VA there is a link USmedicen.com is where I found the possible link AO and skin cancer. /* square */ The Laos border is about 60 kilometres (37 mi) directly east. This page was last edited on 14 January 2023, at 00:18. 408 mms 69-70 weapons loading. maxhightForP2 = 16126;
I had just passed the AC-130s and turned off the taxiway at the RAMS hanger when I heard a boom, thinking I had a blowout I let off the gas but then felt the blast pressure through the back window of my MB-4 and knew immediately we were under attack and floored my tug and reported to Red Control we were under attack. A lady called Prejuab, helped my aust family to adopt me, but on my birth certificate, there is not my Thai mothers maiden name or any name of my father, making it impossible to find her and Im sure my father has no idea, I exist. I am trying to find Carl J. Santoro NY. My email address is [email protected] IM have a time with the VA too. [28]:124 From December 1971 a detachment of 2 HH-53s from Nakhon Phanom Royal Thai Navy Base were based at Ubon for combat search and rescue missions.
William L Asbridge. Operating out of Udorn Royal Thai Air Force Base (RTAFB) in northern Thailand, the 432nd Tactical Reconnaissance Wing (TRW) is probably one of the lesser known Air Force units that participated in the Vietnam War, despite the fact that for most of its existence at Udorn, it was unique among Air Force wings. The Print Shop is open! Things were a bit tense for the Marines at Nam Phong south of Udorn.. Cpl Steeley I have played on it a few times. Exactly when ????? He talks about the 552nd Airborne Early Warning Control Wing Unit. That name Mike Standifer sounds a little familiar to me and yes, please do put him in contact with me. Looking forward to Part 2. The V A has denied my claim twice already due to my job description as a weapons mechanic supervisor 46250 and in the bomb dump loading the Mers & Ters for a year. Privacy Policy | Links
Charlie , how the hell are you, long time brother, we did serve together ,lots of memories too! My Account |
Buddy Letter s must include Service #, job title at Ubon Royal Air Force Base ,where your job took place and why you feel yourself and others with similar jobs on the outer perimeter could have presumptive exposure to Toxic ( tactical ) Herbices. I just came across this site, and I enjoyed the photos and all of the comments. I recall it being used extensively to clean electronics components throughout the whoke 4 years in the AF. Also welcome are family members including the Ubon Veterans legally. If anyone (Australian or American) is able to share their experiences and maybe help me with some military knowledge, Id love for you to reach out to me [email protected]. Contact Us |
8th Tactical Fighter Wing The nickname of the 8th Tactical Fighter Wing -- the "Wolfpack" -- fit Robin Olds' aggressive style. The last scheduled F4 training flight occurred on 16 July 1974 and on 16 September the wing and most of its components moved without personnel or equipment to Kunsan Air Base, South Korea, where the wing absorbed resources of the 3d TFW that had moved without personnel or equipment to the Philippines. for some reason I thought they were all borrowed names from Ford Motor company. The top floor of the Ubon hotel served food all night, after a quick Samlor ride. Finally a name I recognize. You are ALL heroes in my eyes! About Us |
Got other names on the tip of my tongue but they stop there. Worked with another SSgt Ron Davis for awhile. It was determined that due to the weapon used in the attack, the entire base was in danger. Thank you for the memories he enjoyed looking at your site. - Veteran J. Reuter. A1E fully loaded. Allow me to share some names I do remember. The sappers managed to shut down one airport that night, ours at Ubon. Cpl Steeley USMC In late December 1966 the 8th TFW commander Colonel Robin Olds developed a plan to lure North Vietnamese MiGs into combat and destroy them. Thank you ,Ron. hightForP2 = 330
[13]:578, Beginning in late May 1967, new F-4D aircraft were delivered to Ubon, re-equipping the 555th TFS. I was stationed at Ubon in aug 1971 -Aug 1972 any questions on Ubon maybe I can jug this old memory [email protected]. Thanks to John Bemiss for sharing those great, old photos! Dave I was at Ubon at the time and remember the Egress guy was installing the rear seat and the seat fired taking him out with it. 18. Is any one receiving disability benefits because of Agent Orange who were in Thailand 1968 and 1969. Just started looking at the history of the tour and read your stories has brought back many memories. He was with special services and they actually built a nine hole golf course there, clearing out the bamboo and king cobras. I dont know if we armed any more flights that night, the early morning wolf birds with centerline gun pod, two inboard rocket pods, two outboard fuel tanks, may have waited for day shift at 0600 hours. I am still dealing with the VA for problems with feet nerves, I have had a Regional Office Meeting on an Appeal but no word yet, VA said next year they will respond to my claim. [exaggeration] First time we were all armed and in the bunkers outside barracks. 8th SPS K-9 Sentry Dog King, was killed during the . I was in Ubon from Feb. 1969 to Feb. 1970, worked on (auto-pilot sys.) Still a great view from up there but not open all night anymore. That sound of the C130 of the C130 flying over head stuck in my head for a long time. The base was granted hostile action pay for Oct. . Shopping Cart |
Col. Robin Olds checks munitions on his F-4C Phantom, Scat XXVII, prior to a mission. The following photos are of the full scale attack on January 13, 1970. . Tower, Bunker Mortar. On March 29, 1973, the command transferred to Nakhon Phanom Royal Thai Air Base, Thailand, and accepted dual responsibility as the US Support Activities Group and 7 AF. I am adopted from Thailand Ubon Ratchathani, in 1976 by an Australian family in Melbourne. Views of RF-4C Phantoms landing at Ubon Thai Air Force Base one by one, deploying drag chutes. Terms & Conditions |
Now I wonder if they had only one rifle and we all signed for the same weapon. That is now why I am now trying to research and reconnect with some of my buds. It was common at Ubon and might help claims if AO isnt working. 79 Squadron did not, however, fly any operations over nearby Cambodia, South Vietnam, or Laos. Hide. Do you remember any names like John Butyler, Billy Checkout or Chuck Egner ? I also recall it being somewhat of a no mans land between the barracks and perimeter fence and SP bunker. Bill Knee, I do indeed remember you and our time at Ubon. There certainly are many different places were some foreigners tend to gather from time to time. My name is Richard Ries. Currently fighting the VA over AO exposure. We really loved that guy.Was there during the big Mig raid shoot down.. I was there 1969-1970 Crew Chief F-4 Ds 435TFS Home of The Wolf Pack. I need to brush up on my history! Any or all who served in Ubon or Korat Air Bases keep in touch. The pilots would come in the airmens club and at happy hour with 20 dollars and say drinks are on him, I was mj-1 driver. TWS is the largest online community of Veterans existing today and is a powerful Veteran locator. The photos bring back a lot of memories. I was at Ubon for both of the Sapper attacks working in Avionics. [13]:91, On 11 August 1967, the 8th, 355th and 388th Tactical Fighter Wings conducted a raid on the Paul Doumer railroad and highway bridge in Hanoi. I recall that attack. I remember most of the experiences shared here during that time. I served boots on the ground in Vietnam so my Type II Diabetes was awarded by the VA but I belong to Udorn Research Group a yahoo group and there are many Udorn vets trying to receive AO disabilities and keep getting denied. [3]:257. Andrew selected a few but there are many more and for you Ubon vets you may get a kick out of them. Was there when the Aussies arrived. I recall being hit twice. KP is what I was called. A friend of mine showed me your blog and a Thai lady I met had mentioned there is an army base in Ubon from the war in Vietnam. Last 6 months I stayed in the 2 story 408th barracks. Is Ubon Ratchathani about to be discovered? Ubon Air Base 1969 Photos - Mac McDaniel, Rich Jaslovsky 83rd RRSOU Det J Operations Det J Bunker Sang Seri Court 83rd RRSOU 1967 Photos - Mac McDaniel Ramasun Station Photos - Bob Baldwin Udon Photos - Bob Baldwin Antenna Array Perimeter I worked as a US Customs Liason with TMO at the Aerial Port. Air strikes by the USAF peaked just before the deadline, as the Khmer National Armed Forces engaged a force of about 10,000 Khmer Rouge encircling Phnom Penh. Im from Arkansas. For me, I was scared, kneeling there on the floor writing. Joe my memory is not what it used to be but I do remember you and Mike Pruitt. I want to thank all of you guys who served with honor. Edward Bouquet. The accords effectively ended United States military operations in North and South Vietnam. Pilot fills out Form 1. Sidenote: I really want to connect via Ubon Facebook but requirements (since its a closed site) are that you must be a blood relative. Historic HD videos of Udorn Air Force Base Thailand 1969 from CriticalPast are royalty-free and available for immediate download. Link to this photo view: Link to this photo large view: Although I now have 3 children aged 17, 15 and 5 and I feel that I owe it to them to try harder to find my real parents. He might suggest something, like go and torque down the lower MK 82 on starboard TER. Eight satchel charges were found on his body. Just doesnt have the same flare. Good Times. Wives are welcome, and Im not sure why it was felt that you might be unwelcome. Hard to find pictures of the ones we built however. The F-4D had improved radar-bombing capabilities and could deploy the AGM-62 Walleye television-guided bomb, but replaced the AIM-9 Sidewinder with the infra-red AIM-4 Falcon which proved to be inferior. MAC. A pair of RF-4C aircraft flying overhead to commence landing at Ubon Royal Thai Air Force Base during Vietnam War. Mike Finnerin here. We Werent There. FO 976, FO 555. [13]:233. There is no doubt NOAA had to hire 3 or 4 people to replace you over there. PS out of interest he was a flight sergeant and came into contact with AO, developed contact dermatitis but no other physical illness. (Ret.) Be well. The Army Post Office (APO) code for Ubon was "APO San Francisco 96304". I am sure we crossed paths sometime during our time there. Tsgt Davis was a line expediter, had a Thai girlfriend, he had been there a few years already. Ubon Royal Thai Air Base,Thailand.Home of the "Wolf Pack" - YouTube This video is dedicated to all those who flew with, fought with, maintained and supported the 8th Tactical Fighter. Im sorry to hear youre having trouble with VA, too. The USAF flew 386 combat sorties over Laos during January and 1,449 in February 1973. We were loading and had a break caught the very end of the show, Called your office the other day, fella said he had your desk, chair & phone for a couple years, so you must have retired. I was an aircraft Hydraulic Tech there on the F4 Phantom and the C130 gunship. Ubon Royal Thai Air Force Base is a Royal Thai Air Force facility located near the city of Ubon Ratchathani, in Ubon Ratchathani Province. Remember Vice Wing Commander Col. Chappy James. The operational squadrons of the 8th TFW were:[4]:20. My old Air Force buddies and I gathered on the banks of the Ohio River. (Ha! That would be Oct 2nd. [4][5] On 10 July 1965, pilots of the 45th TFS were credited with the first air victory of the Vietnam War, downing two North Vietnamese MiG-17s. I served boots on the ground in Vietnam so my claimed got approved for my diabetes. The Australian facilities were known as RAAF Ubon, and were designed and constructed by No.
Do you remember Mike Benka? Hi Gary, There is a link on this blog. What was your husbands name? I am desperate for evidence to present to the Regional Board for an Agent Orange Hearing. If I recall it took place after the October mortar attack. if you have unexplained disease, cancer, ischaemic heart disease, rashes that wont go away or strange cancers, look at your service history. Hi Bob, I love the first hand reports of these mortar attacks on the base. Browse Military Units. The Paris Peace Accords were signed on 27 January 1973 by the governments of North Vietnam, South Vietnam, and the United States with the intent to establish peace in Vietnam. Does anyone remember the F4 that crashed into the bungalow at the main gate, or any of the circumstances surrounding that crash. John has given me permission to share some of his photos and a little of his time in Ubon. We had house boys that did our laundry and to this day I can remember the rice starch they put in our fatigues. Airmen downloading reconnaissance cameras from aircraft. I did not know your husband or his friend. There is a site on Facebook called Ubon vets,its a closed site, you might want to check it out, hey , Ill be talking to later, glad you connected. I was sent TDY to train on C-130 gunship repair and had orders to work in the gun shop at Ubon. Again keep in touch I love to hear from you. 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