51 Messages

Page 1 1 2

Entry: 78602 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	IAN GORDON-JOHNSON RAF WITH USAF
DALE COGSWELL wrote on April 15, 2011 CITY AND STATE: GEARY UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: Flt.Lt.Ian Gordon-Johnson, RAF, flew with the 36th in Korea, winning the DFC, presented Aug 8,1954. I am looking for a photo of him, or any accounts of him. He died when his Sabre crashed on August 1, 1956. Keywords: 8th Wing USAF, 36th FBS, K-13

Entry: 68696 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	1ST LT. ALBERT HAMILTON
TERRY MATHEWS wrote on January 15, 2009 CITY AND STATE: WINNSBORO TX UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I've updated my contact information. I am Buddy Hamilton (Ham, Heavy)'s daughter. Would love to hear from anyone who knew him. Thanks. Keywords: Personal Friends

Entry: 68529 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	CAPT. JOE ROGERS
BART VANDAMME wrote on January 4, 2009 CITY AND STATE: WEVELGEM UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: Hello everyone I am currently writing a book about speed record holders. One of them was Capt Joe Rogers. In december 1959 he established a new speed record with the F-106. I know that Joe was an F-51 pilot during the war in Korea, 36th FBS, 8th FBW. His commander was Lt Col. William O Donnell. Who can help me with more information about Whistling Joe Rogers career in Korea? Thanks and Happy New Year Bart Vandamme Keywords:

Entry: 67485 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	NEW WEB SITE DEVOTED TO 36TH FBS
MIKE PERRY wrote on October 12, 2008 CITY AND STATE: PEORIA AZ UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN Comments: My Uncle Raoul P. Mouton Jr. flew with the 36th FBS from Feb. 14, - Jun. 18, 1953. I have created a web site honoring his service and all the members of the 36th FBS. www.flyingfiendsinkoreanwar.com Keywords: 36th FBS, K13, Suwon, 8th FBG, 8th FBW

Entry: 67484 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	NEW WEB SITE DEVOTED TO 36TH FBS
MIKE PERRY wrote on October 12, 2008 CITY AND STATE: PEORIA AZ UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN Comments: My Uncle Raoul P. Mouton Jr. flew with the 36th FBS from Feb. 14, - Jun. 18, 1953. I have created a web site honoring his service and all the members of the 36th FBS. www.flyingfiendsinkorea.com Keywords: 36th FBS, K13, Suwon, 8th FBG, 8th FBW

Entry: 63194 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	CAPTAIN JIM TREESTER
ANDY CUTLER wrote on November 27, 2007 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Comments: My wife is the only child of Captain Jim Treester,shot down north of Pyongyang in October 1951. He was a member of the 36 Fighter Bomber squadron, 8 Fighter Bomber group. We would very much like to hear from anyone who knew Jim. Thanks! Keywords:

Entry: 60566 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	RESEARCHING 36TH FBS F-86'S FEB-JUNE 1953
MICHAEL PERRY wrote on April 5, 2007 CITY AND STATE: PEORIA AZ UNIT: VA-128, CV-63, VR-54 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN Comments: My uncle (mother's brother) was Raoul P. Mouton Jr. He flew the F-86F Sabre with the 36th FBS out of K-13, Suwon, Korea, from Feb. 1953 until his death in a C-124 crash June 18, 1953. I got curious as to what the Bureau number of "Junior's" F-86 was and what name he might have given his aircraft. I've seen a lot of great websites on the 36th FBS and just had the honor and pleasure of talking to Lt. Col Jim James(Ret.)who was in Queen Flight with Junior in 1953. My research has led me to create a spreadsheet compiling 36th FBS pilot names, their aircraft Bureau numbers, and their aircraft names (if any, Col. James said he didn't name his Sabre). I will be happy to share this spreadsheet with anyone who is interested in the 36th FBS from 1953. If anyone can contribute names and bureau numbers of 36th FBS F-86F aircraft from Feb. to June 1953, I would greatly appreciate it. Keywords: 36th FBS, K-13, F-86F, 1953

Entry: 57479 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	1ST LIEUT. EUGENE R. HANSEN
MATT HANSEN wrote on June 2, 2006 CITY AND STATE: LINCOLN NE UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I'm searching for anyone who knew or flew with my grandfather's brother 1st Lieut. Eugene Ralph Hansen. He served with the 36th Fighter Bomber Squadron based out of Itazuke AB in Japan. On July 7, 1950, he was on a mission flying an F80C over North Korea with several other guys and while strafing a ground column his plane was hit. He bailed out but his parchute was never observed to open. His remains were recoved in 1951 and returned to Fremont, Nebraska, for burial in March 1952. Although the KORWALD Loss Indicent Report lists the tail number of his aircraft as unknown, someone has posted an "editorial comment" here on the website that it was 49-599. If anyone can help me confirm this information I would appreciate it. I would love to visit with anyone who knew him, so if you did please get it touch with me. Thank you ~ Matt Keywords: Eugene Ralph Hansen, 36th Fighter Bomber Squadron, 8th Fighter Bomber Group, Itazuke AB, Japan, KIA, F80C, Nebraska

Entry: 57409 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36TH FB F-80 PILOT - WARD SCHRAM
CHRIS SCHRAM wrote on May 30, 2006 CITY AND STATE: DEN HAAG UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Keywords: My father passed away five years ago, peacefully, happy, and surrounded by family. I would be interested to hear from others who served with him in Korea, to help round out some of the background and stories. regards, Chris Schram futravu@aol.com

Entry: 55684 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	LOOKING FOR 36TH FBS MEMBERS SERVING SEPT 1952
CLAY MASSEY wrote on February 9, 2006 CITY AND STATE: ATLANTA GA UNIT: 36TH FBS, 8TH FBG SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Comments: I would like any info from anyone who may have known my mother's first husband from his short tour with the 36th FBS at K-13 [suwon]in 1952. His name was Lt. Cecil "Harry" Clyott and he flew the F-80 up until that fateful mission on 1 Sept 1952 when he disappeared while descending through clouds over North Korea. His three other flight members were Walter Keller, William Brown, and James Brown. Any stories, anecdotes or photos would be deeply appreciated. Keywords: 8th FBS f-80 Suwon Sept 1952 MIA

Entry: 52524 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	COLONEL USAFR (RET.)
SAMUEL PORTER SR. wrote on August 9, 2005 CITY AND STATE: ORLANDO FL UNIT: 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN 8TH WING SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN Comments: Keywords: F86F Sabre Jet, Combat Qualified

Entry: 51883 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	PILOTS ASKED TO CRASH?
CYNTHIA (CYNDIE) FAUNCE wrote on July 5, 2005 CITY AND STATE: POCONO PINES PA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Does anyone have any direct information on pilots being asked to intentionally crash their planes in the event that they are hit and unable to return to non-hostile regions? This would be because the pilot had tested planes with new equipment prior to going to Korea. No hear say, please. Thank you. Keywords: Suan, May 6, 52, Arthur B. Faunce, classified information

Entry: 48869 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	CAPT CLARENCE SLACK KIA/MIA
BRAXTON BRADFORD wrote on February 12, 2005 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: greetings. lokking for info and pictures on Capt Clarence Slack, KIA 3/51 over N Korea. Especially interested in his Silver Star award. best, braxton Keywords: Clarence Slack, Silver Star, KIA

Entry: 46859 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	LT. CARL H. OELSCHIG, JR. - MIA
BILL OTTINGER wrote on November 14, 2004 CITY AND STATE: CHICAGO IL UNIT: NA SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: Seeking clarification of Lt. (Capt.?) Carl H. Oelschig Jr.'s death. Records indicate he was shot down and MIA in May, 1951, but died 12-31-53 while still listed as missing. Current records indicate his status as MIA. Was he flying an F-80 in May, 1951? Can anyone clarify where he was shot down or lost, and what happened between 1951 and 1953? Was information later acquired as to his death 2 years after he is listed as missing? Keywords: 36th FBS, Korea, 1951-1953, F-80, F-86

Entry: 45816 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	WW2 INFORMATION REQUIRED
RAY MCINTYRE wrote on September 15, 2004 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ......... Comments: Trying to find information about a P51 flown by Lieut. Griffon, aircraft was 'named' Marian Lt.Griffon was captured and taken POW. He was shot down near Prague. There are plenty of pics and info about the aircraft's previous life as "Jersey Bounce III" but little or nothing about "Marian." I wonder if anyone here can help or knows someone who can? Ray McIntyre Keywords:

Entry: 45235 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36TH FBS CREW CHIEF
FREDERIC J. (FRED) DE GANNA wrote on August 15, 2004 CITY AND STATE: ROCKLIN CA UNIT: F-80 - 866 F-86 - 397 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: Looking for anyone in the 36th FBS during the years 1952-53. Any info on Andrew Dinkle. He was originally from Pennsylvania. Also Bill Oldham from Alabama. Keywords: F-80 #866 and F-86 #397

Entry: 40995 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	ALSO SERVERED IN 36TH FTR BMR SQ
JACKIE L. (JACK) STRINGFELLOW wrote on February 18, 2004 CITY AND STATE: PITTSBURG KS UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Was the Sq Airmens recirds and Finance cler in the year 1955 Feb till Keywords:

Entry: 38897 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	SEARCHING FOR FRIENDS OF LT. ALBERT HAMILTON
TERRY MATHEWS wrote on December 2, 2003 CITY AND STATE: WINNSBORO TX UNIT: 36TH SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I'm Albert Hamilton's daughter and I'm looking for anyone who served with him in the 36th Squadron from January 1953 until he was killed in the C124 crash on June 18, 1953. ANY help/information/stories would be great, as I was only 18 months old when he was killed and my mother remarried. She didn't talk about him much, so I need information to fill in gaps in my personal history. I've visited the Jimmy Escalle Memorial Tribute page and found 2 photos of my dad. What a wonderful surprise. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you very much. Keywords: I think they called him HEAVY or HAM

Entry: 37512 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	FT-817
GEORGE VEAZEY wrote on October 12, 2003 CITY AND STATE: WILMINGTON DE UNIT: 36TH F.B. SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: F-80 tail number FT-817 was "my" aircraft from Oct. 1952 until Lt Glass was shot down flying it in Jan. 1953. I had painted on the nose " Joanie's Modeleer" and a bumble bee. I have lost the name of my crew chief. Does anyone remember the aircraft and crew chief's name? We had had some problems with engine surges before it was shot down, and the crew chief was afraid that it's loss was due to that problem, but that was not the case. (Glass was hit by ground fire.) He had worked long and hard on that aircraft and should be proud of his efforts. Keywords: F-80

Entry: 36094 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	DID YOU KNOW CLARENCE KEHR?
RANDY KEHR wrote on August 6, 2003 CITY AND STATE: CA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Clarence Kehr was (is) my dad. He served from 52-56, and was stationed at K-13 and J-13. I would really like to hear from any of you that knew him, and might remember times and events while serving with him, or even after the service. If you knew him, but didn't know about his passing... he died Dec 4, 2002, in Las Vegas. He was 69 years old, but a young man at heart. Keywords: Clarence Kehr,

Entry: 36003 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36TH FBS SEPT. 52 - JUNE 53
GILBERT (GIL) REED wrote on August 2, 2003 CITY AND STATE: CARMEL ME UNIT: 36TH FBS SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I served as the crew chief of F-80 tail no. 777 until we received our new F-86's (I think in Feb. or Mar. of 1953). I' the guy who caused an uproar because I and my assistant (can't remember his name) were taking a canopy off my F-80 and shot the cartrage through the vertical fin. We had to salvage a fin off the wing commanders plane and for a while the 36th had a red yellow and blue tail fin. If you are familiar with this story, would like to hear from you. Oh yes, my flight sargeant was Tsgt Goatsinger(sp.?). Keywords: F-80's and F-86's

Entry: 34676 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36TH FBS CREW CHIEFS, ARMORERS, 1953
JIM ESCALLE wrote on June 6, 2003 CITY AND STATE: BAKERSFIELD CA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Would be interested in hearing stories from Flight line personnel who served with the 36th FBS from around March '53 to the end of the war in July of '53. My uncle was an F-86 pilot in the squadron who became MIA and I've had the distinct privilege hearing from his fellow pilots, and would now like to hear the perspective from those who maintained the F-86Fs as well as those who loaded the bombs and ammo onto the planes. My uncle, in his letters, spoke highly of those who took care of the aircraft and spent lots of his free time on the flight line learning from them. Also, I have a website about my uncle with colored photos of the 36th FBS on it. There are a couple of photos in which I don't know the names of the enlisted personnel and thought that maybe someone who served on the flight line could identify. Keywords:

Entry: 34274 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	LOOKING FOR FRIENDS OF BILL COULTER
TONY COULTER wrote on May 19, 2003 CITY AND STATE: HAVERTOWN PA UNIT: SON OF BILL COULTER SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My Dad was an Armorer on F-80s at Kimpo and Suwon during the Korean War. I would love to hear from anyone who might have known him. He passed away in 1968. Thank You! His son Tony Coulter Keywords: #6th FBS Armorer Korea

Entry: 34233 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	INFO ON LT. RAFAEL DU BREUIL
JOHN M. STEARNS wrote on May 17, 2003 CITY AND STATE: BOCA RATON FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I would like to hear from the pilots who flew with Lt. Du Breuil on Nov 27, 1951.on mission #0801,on which date he was lost on a mission over North Korea. Major John F. Tulloch,jr. , Capt John D. Roy, and 2nd Lt. Travis R. Etheridge. I am a brother-in-law and doing research on his MIA situation. would appreciate any info. thanks Keywords: 36th F/B sq ,8th Fighter bomber Wing

Entry: 33678 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	RECORD UPDATE
JOHN M. STEARNS wrote on April 18, 2003 CITY AND STATE: BOCA RATON FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Lt. Rafael Du Breuil, of the 36th Fighter Bomber Squadron, 8th Fighter Bomber Group, was my wife's young brother. He was listed as MIA, flying F80s out of Suwon Airbase, November 27, 1951. Still looking for info regarding more info and location of flight fight that day. Keywords:

Entry: 26171 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36FS FABULOUS FLYING FIENDS
TODD TOBERGTE wrote on June 11, 2002 CITY AND STATE: APO AP UNIT: 36 FS SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I am an F-16 pilot in the 36FS at Osan AB, ROK. I also have the dubious honor of being The Fiend Mayor and A-Flight Commander. The Fiends are always looking for history to share in Quents (the squadron bar). We hold squadron history in very high regards. Any stories would be much appreciated. V/R Todd "T-Bone" Tobergte Keywords:

Entry: 25648 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN
RICHARD BUCCHINO wrote on May 21, 2002 CITY AND STATE: NORTHBRIDGE MA UNIT: 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Keywords:

Entry: 24513 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	2ND LT. MICHAEL P. KOVALISH-KIA
SUSAN SLEZAK wrote on April 4, 2002 CITY AND STATE: BLAIRSVILLE PA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My name is Sue Slezak. I am the niece of 2nd Lt. Michael P. Kovalish. My uncle was a member of the 36th fighter bomber squadron, 8th fighter group.On Nov. 4 1951 my uncle was on a mission to cut railroad lines behind the lines of the Chinese army. His plane was shot down behind enemy lines and of course his body was not recovered. My mother, aunts, and I would appreciate to hear from anyone who knew my uncle and would have any information or stories. Thnk you! Keywords:

Entry: 24369 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	GATHERING INFO FOR 1953
VANCE SCOGGIN wrote on March 29, 2002 CITY AND STATE: LUBBOCK TX UNIT: HEADQUARTERS 5TH AIR FORCE SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I was stationed in Taegu, Osan and Itasuki in 1953 and am writing a history of my time there. Keywords:

Entry: 23988 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36TH FBS-SUWON
JAMES K. JAMES wrote on March 16, 2002 CITY AND STATE: SAN ANTONIO TX UNIT: 36TH FBS, QUEEN FLIGHT SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: URL: http://user.intersatx.net/loujim/default.htm Keywords: F-86F, Suwon

Entry: 23270 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	F-86 PILOT ROBERT (BOB)NOEL
JIM ESCALLE wrote on February 18, 2002 CITY AND STATE: BAKERSFIELD CA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I'm trying to find the present day whereabouts of Robert(Bob)Noel who was an F-86 pilot with the 36th FBS at K-13 from January-November 1953. He was in Uncle Flight. I'm trying to locate him for another pilot who served with him in Korea and also graduated with him from Laredo AFB in Pilot Training Class 52-F. Keywords: 36th FBS,Uncle Flight,F-86 pilot

Entry: 22143 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	ONE DAY IN SUWAN
ROBERT (BOB) GRAY wrote on January 8, 2002 CITY AND STATE: IMMINGHAM UNIT: 64FLD PARK SQUADRON ,R.E SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: One day,i was sent to our rear unit in SUWAN,from just below the IMJIM, i drove a ten tonLeyland Truck,just enough room to go over the Moat,on a kind of girder made bridge into the walled City,i enjoyed a meal in the USA army unit canteen,instead of C rations,(thanks),But the best thing i encounted that day ,was, a GI,came along and said putting his hand in tunic ,do you wanna see Marylin,in the nude,he pulled out this calendar picture the first ever of Marylin Monroe (bless her),that made my day..i thought i would share that with you Thanks Keywords:

Entry: 21994 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	MAJOR ARTHUR B. FAUNCE
CYNTHIA (CYNDIE) FAUNCE wrote on January 3, 2002 CITY AND STATE: POCONO PINES PA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Did anyone know my father? He served in WWII flying B-29s. He was stationed at Tinian for a while. He lived in Eglin AFB and then served in Korea in the sprinf of 1952. He was shot down May 8, 1952 over Noerth Korea in a fairly big offensive that day that did not go very well. He had been transferred to the 80th, and this was his first squadron as commander. His nickname was Art. Keywords: Flying Fiends, F-80 C in Korea, B-29 in WWII

Entry: 16946 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	LIKE TO HEAR FROM SOME OF THE OLD GANG
ROBERT BUTLER wrote on May 29, 2001 CITY AND STATE: STATE COLLEGE PA UNIT: 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Would like to hear from some of the gang who was thete from January 1953 to December 1953 Keywords:

Entry: 16029 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	LT. COL. VIRGIL W. KUNS INFO
DALE MESSIMER wrote on April 19, 2001 CITY AND STATE: CA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I recently acquired several items of 36th FS memorabilia which once belonged to Lt. Col. Virgil W. Kuns who, sadly, passed away in Oakhurst, Calif. on 01/27/01. Would sure enjoy hearing from anyone who might have known Col. Kuns and can provide information about his combat history in Korea during the time the squadron was flying F-80s. Keywords:

Entry: 15963 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	LT. JIMMY L. ESCALLE
JIM ESCALLE wrote on April 16, 2001 CITY AND STATE: BAKERSFIELD CA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I would like any info from anyone who may have known my uncle from his short tour with the 36th FBS at K-13 [suwon]in 1953. His name was Lt. Jimmy L. Escalle and he flew the F-86F up until that fateful mission on 19 June, 1953 when he was shot down and killed while on an armed recce mission. He graduated from Webb AFB in class 52-F. He was also part of MIKE flight. Any stories, anecdotes or photos would be deeply appreciated. Keywords:

Entry: 15191 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	EUGENE FACE
KELLY FACE wrote on February 24, 2001 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I am interested in contacting anyone who renenbers my father Eugene Face. He was an aircraft mechanic at the base at Suwan, I believe during 1952-1953. Keywords: 36th FBS, Suwan, 1952-1954

Entry: 14220 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36FBS ROSS PERCIFIELD KOREA 1951
MARTY PERCIFIELD wrote on January 10, 2001 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Pilot and Flight Commander F-80 Combat Squadron Jan - Dec 1951 Keywords: Ross, Percy

Entry: 13443 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	CROZ 36TH FTR BMR SQDN 8TY WG
DOUG ROBINSON wrote on December 4, 2000 CITY AND STATE: MO UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FRIEND OF VETERAN Comments: Does anyone remember someone who went by the nickname CROZ associated with the 36th? If you have let me know and thanks Keywords: CROZ 8th ftr bmr wg, 36th ftr bmr sqdn

Entry: 12247 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	CAPTAIN JIM TREESTER,36FTR BOMB SQDN
ANDY CUTLER wrote on October 10, 2000 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My wife is the only child of Captain Jim Treester,shot down north of Pyongyang in October 1951. He was a member of the 36 Fighter Bomber squadron, 8 Fighter Bomber group. We would very much like to hear from anyone who knew Jim. Thanks! Keywords:

Entry: 11183 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36TH FIGHTER SQUADRON VETERAN
BILL ANDERSON wrote on August 20, 2000 CITY AND STATE: PORTLAND OR UNIT: 36 FIGHTER SQUADRON MAY 51-MAY 52 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Looking for fellow airman that served during this period of time. Keywords: Armorer for F-80's at forward air bases., Kimpo and Suwan. Flying Fiends. Lived in "Odd Fellows Hut". Friends were Bill Kuda, Chuck Pierce.

Entry: 8925 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36TH FBSQ. HISTORY
ARPAD OSTHEIMER wrote on May 26, 2000 CITY AND STATE: AVON CT UNIT: 8TH FBW, 36TH FBSQ. SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I was a member of the 36th FBS when it was formed in 1950 before the Inchon landing. This squadron was formed to enable many of the pilots in the 8th FBW to go back to F-51D`s. The 8th received F-80`s in May 1950 and had very little on the aircraft when combat operations started. The loss rate was very high and in July and early August we lost three 8th FBW squadron commanders. The 36th FBSq. was formed and operating at Tsuiki air base in northern Kyushu. Our squadron commander was Major William O`Donnell. The unit followed the Inchon landing and set up operations at or near Yungdung Po. We then moved to either K-23 or K-24 near Pyongyang. The Chinese then threw us out and we moved back to Suwon. I was on the last flight out of Suwon (C-54) as the Chinese closed in on the strip. During the loading of the aircraft it squatted on its tail. The crew chief propped the tail up and ordered everyone to move forward against the pilots bulkhead. We took off in this configuration and the pilot actually pulled the gear out from under the aicraft. Keywords:

Entry: 8754 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING(KOREA) REUNION
THOMAS (TOM) SLEE wrote on May 17, 2000 CITY AND STATE: LAKEWOOD WA UNIT: 80TH FBS (HEADHUNTERS) SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Contact Me IMMEDIATELY . I'm hosting the 475/8th FtrBmrWg(Korea) reunion to take place on Sept. 17th, thru to Sept 21st, 2000 this year in Tacoma, WA. This includes the 35th FBS, 36th FBS, the 80th FBS, and the 68th FIS(AW) and all other TDY, attached and assigned units from 1949 to 25 July, 1954, one year after the cease fire. For hotel reservations - contact the Tacoma Sheraton at 1 - 800 - 845 - 9466. Send me your address and I will return to you the registration forms and more info on the reunion , i.e., agenda and trips and etc. My address is: 8th FBW Reunion - Maj Tom Slee ph: (253) - 584 - 1223 PO BOX 98822 Eml F86pilot@mindspring.com Lakewood, WA, 98498-0822 Web: www.reunionplace.com/8FBW If you know of anyone else please forward this info. There are several members coming that were in Korea in your time span. Hope to hear from you soon. TOM SLEE Keywords:

Entry: 7574 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36TH FIGHTER SQUADRON HISTORY
SCOTT JACKSON wrote on March 19, 2000 CITY AND STATE: DESTIN FL UNIT: 36TH TACTICAL FIGHTER SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I am the webmaster for the 36th Tactical Fighter Squadron "Flying Fiends" focusing on the era of 1975 to present (F-4 and F-16). I obtained a certified copy of the squadron's history from the present commander. The site may be viewed at www.info-strategies.com/fiends (select history) and contains information about bases. Yes the 36th was at Pyongyang, as well as Suwon (previous comments). Scott "Stoney" Jackson Keywords: 36th Tactical Fighter Squadron Osan AB Korea

Entry: 6535 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	PYONGYANG
BILLY E. BUSTER wrote on January 29, 2000 CITY AND STATE: BENBROOK TX UNIT: 35TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE Comments: I need to know if the 36th operated out of Pyongyang or not. I maintain that the 35th was the only squadron that was based there. Any info. appreciated...Thanks Keywords: Blue tailed F-51s. 35th Ftr. Bmr. Sqdn. Black Panthers painted on the side of the airplanes

Entry: 5585 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36FBS ITAZUKE AFB APR.56 - APR 58
LEROY DAVIS wrote on December 11, 1999 CITY AND STATE: SPRINGFIELD OH UNIT: 36 FBS ITAZUKE AFB, JAPAN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I would be interested in what happened at Itazuke airforce base from April, 1958 until the base closed. What aircraft came in after the F-100's? What TDY did you have, and for how long? When did the base actually close? The Japanese have 86's flying, in a precision flying team, anyone know where they came from, or were they some of our old 86's that we had prior to the F-100's? Anyone stationed at the airbase during April, 1958 until April, 1959, feel free to e-mail me at anytime. S/Sgt. Leroy Davis Keywords:

Entry: 5509 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN.,KOREA,1952
JAMES K. ROGERS wrote on December 8, 1999 CITY AND STATE: NEWPORT OR UNIT: 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN.,5TH AIR FORCE SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Would like to hear from anyone in the 36th F/BSqdn.(The Flying Fiends) that served at K-13,Suwon in 1952 Keywords: F-80 Shooting Star aircract

Entry: 3664 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	LT. RAFAEL ANTHONY DUBREUIL, MIA,
JOHN M. STEARNS wrote on September 9, 1999 CITY AND STATE: PORT ORANGE FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: AIR FORCE Comments: Wife's brother. Lt. Rafael anthony DuBreuil, MIA, 36th Fighter Bomber Squadron, 8th Fighter bomber Group, F-80 Keywords:

Entry: 2469 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	KOREA AROUND APRIL OF 54
CLARENCE E. KEHR wrote on February 11, 1999 CITY AND STATE: HENDERSON NV UNIT: 36TH FTR BOMB SQDN SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: Comments: Enlisted in 1952, basic at Lackland, then to Lowery, in Denver, Arm. Sys.Fund.; Radar-APG30 and A-1 Gunsight. T.I. Arm. Sys. Fund.. Shipped out to Korea around April of 54, retuned in April or May of 55; finished my last 11 months in Las Vegas ( Nellis ). Have lived in Los Angles, Apex, NC, and now in Henderson, Nevada. May be reached by phone or fax. In Korea; was stationed at K-13, Sowon, worked in the Radar-Gunsight shop, 36th FBS until we all moved to J-13 Japan, Itasuki. Keywords:

Entry: 2381 36TH FIGHTER BOMBER SQDN	INFO ABOUT THE UNIT AND BASE
LEROY DAVIS wrote on January 18, 1999 CITY AND STATE: SPRINGFIELD OH UNIT: 36 FIGHTER BOMBER SQUADRON SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: Comments: I would like to know some of the history of this base upto and including the closing of it. I have seen the banner with "Itazuke AFB" on it at the Airforce Air Museum at Dayton Ohio. They had a note on it that it flew on the control tower, till it was closed. I also would like to know what happened to some of my friends after I left there. I was an aircraft mechanic(43171) while I was there, from Apr.1956 thru Apr. or May of 1958. We had several tdy's to Kadena, Okinawa and to Pusan Korea. Anyone with any info would be welcome to contact me at the above address or e-mail. Keywords:

Page 1 1 2