C-130 Community Announcements & Promotions
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Hi All, I had lunch, no not all liquid, with John Simon last week. He, Chris Daniels and Don Asay have been talking about having a 37TAS reunion. Anyone out there? Anyone interested? Bob Daley 37 TAS 1969-1973
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"Non-Sked Fred" Kreppein, an icon in the commercial Herc community passed away early this morning after a long fight with cancer. He was the first captain I flew with as a commercial FE. Fred started his aviation career as a Connie FE flying on the North Slope of Alaska. He was also an Electra FE with Saturn Airways. He then moved to a window seat with them. For a time, he also flew USAF C-130E's for Byrd Air into Phnom Penh, Camodia. He then went to fly Khadaffi's C-130's back a forth between Libya and Nicaragua. From there, he flew for Southern Air Transport and Transamerica. I flew with him at St. Lucia Airways, Transafrik and Frameair. His last flying job …
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IAR is looking for talent in all positions.....especially in MX. We have a great mx staff and are always looking to place the right person in the right place. Interested, contact me.
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1981 Lockheed C130H/Q Cargo/Utility View Details Comments: Excellent conditon, low time, ex NASA Listed by CTH Group Inc.Date Listed: 10/13/2009 10:15:03 AM View Seller Information Contact Seller As listed on Speednews.com Brgds. A/L
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courier journal Louisville Ky. July 6
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Wanted for on-call support of DOD airdrop test programs, movie & TV commercials, and aircrew training programs. Requirements: 1. Currently performing as C-130 airdrop Loadmaster in ANG, Reserve, or recently retired from same or active duty. 2. Possess or can obtain either a current DOD flight physical or, for retirees, an FAA Class II Medical Certificate. 3. Ability to respond on short notice for jobs in the U.S. typically lasting less than one week. 4. Occasional opportunities for longer projects in the U.S. and overseas. If interested and for further details, please send your resume and contact information to: John Limbach, CMSgt USAF (Ret…
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For you guys in the commercial world, this may interest you. Last Monday (9/1/08), Swiss captain Urs Anderegg died in a plane crash after departing Rickenbacker International, Ohio. At the time, he was flying a Convair 580 for Air Tahoma. He started his career in American commercial aviation as a DC-8 FO & then a Herc captain for Transamerica. I met him in Khartoum, Sudan in 1985 when we were flying famine relief flights with St. Lucia Airways. I flew with him again in Angola in 1991 when we were flying for Frameair. I also flew with him in 1988 when we flew an A-model out of the boneyard at Davis Monthan AFB to Tucson International. The other 2 crewmembers on…
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HeyEng.com
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I friend who just finished Engineer school gave me the link to this site. I thought all ya\'ll might want to check it out. www.heyeng.com
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Lars Olausson has just released the 28Th edition of his Lockheed Hercules Production List. With it's 168 pages, it is the "must have" reference for the C-130 enthusiast. Contents: Production List C-130A Versions C-130B Versions C-130E/H Configurations C-130E Versions C-130H Versions C-130J Versions L-100 Versions USAF Active C-130 Operating Units USAF Reserve Units US Air National Guard Units USAF Serial Numbers C-130 Operating Units USN, USMC, USCG C-130 Operating Units USN, USMC, USCG Serial Numbers Government Operators Non-government Operators Civil Registrations Military Tail Numbers (not Iran, USA) Hercules Literature MASDC/AMARC/AMARG Dest…
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Just received word that George had passed on September 3rd. George was my godfather. The Spectre Association posted a brief obit. "Retired Air Force Colonel George F. Shipp of Gladys, passed away Wednesday, September 3, 2014, in his daughter's home in Fayetteville. He was born on January 14, 1941, in Concord, Massachusetts, to the late Frederick E. Shipp and Genevieve Shipp. During his 28 years of service in the Air Force as a pilot, he completed three Southeast Asia tours and commanded the 16SOS, AC-130 Spectre squadron. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor J. Shipp. He is survived by daughters, Christy Shipp of Dallas, Texas, and Robyn S. Rodriguez, husband…
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FYI Access Pass Free For U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. May be obtained in person at a federal recreation site or through the mail using this application form. The cost of obtaining an Access Pass through the mail is ten dollars ($10) for processing the application (the Pass is free). Applicants must provide documentation of permanent disability and residency or citizenship. May provide a 50 percent discount on some amenity fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launching, and specialized interpretive services. Generally does NOT cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charge…
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Dan Wilson 1 2
by bbsoto- 38 replies
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Saw this on "USAF Enlisted Aviators/Aircrew - Past and Present" and thought I would pass it on. May he RIP and have tailwinds as he journeys home. Dan Wilson (aka Skeletor) RIP Dan passed yesterday, May 4th. He and his wife have both been battling cancer. He is survivied by his wife April, sons Stephen and Jon, and daughter Amber. Dan retired from the USAF in 2004, 20 years as a flight engineer. He grew up in Phoenix, AZ, and was an avid backyard mechanic and gunsmith. Dan Wilson (aka Skeletor) RIP Dan passed yesterday, May 4th. He and his wife have both been battling cancer. He is survivied by his wife April, sons Stephen and Jon, and daughter Amber. Dan retired …
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Read what it was like to crew a C-130 in the mid 60's. This accounting is of travels worldwide from paradise to war in a matter of hours. http://www.amazon.com/C-130-Crew-Chief-SeeThe-World/dp/1496032950
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My 'wonderful wife' has decided to accept a job at Lockheed's facility in Fort Worth. I know that the NAS joint reserve which shares the field with LM has Herks. In fact I know the the FE's who have been bringing them there J's. I am 14+years C130 ALL platform experienced as well as engine/apu/gtc certified and current on ALL platforms. I am a current LM employee working depot level and deep mod's, including TKI's. I would love to stay on Herks. Is there an avenue to do that at this station, I would really appreciate any contact info. Steve
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Cuz... I did!!!:)
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Drone Medal 1 2
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I guess the powers that be DO occassionally listen to the outrage created by their dumb decisions. It seems Chuck Hagel has decided to scrap plans for the "Drone Medal". It just didn't pass the smell test and he had to back down after hearing all the displeasure expressed by all of us. (:
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Well, it's a few days late, but better late than never right? Got those shiny things put on Sep 22 upon completion of the Basic Loadmaster course at the Career Enlisted Aviator Center of Excellence, Lackland AFB. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't prouder than hell of those things. And yes, I graduated a day early in ABU's so I could chamber the next day (class grad date) and not screw up my training dates. Ended up having a week holding over at Lackland anyway. Who knew? Anyone on Facebook can add the "BLM - Basic Loadmaster" page and see pictures of many of the recent classes' graduations. Here's a couple of mine. Let's just say Momma made sure they stuck! :D
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CAE USA has an immediate need for a C-130 Pilot Simulator Instructor at our Jeddah, Saudi Arabia location. This is a full-time employment opportunity with great benefits. Interested candidates can apply by sending their resume to employment.fla@caemilusa.com and reference Jeddah.
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I've sent the manuscripts for my books to the publisher and they should be available soon. Anything, Anywhere, Anytime is a history of the USAAF, USAF troop carrier mission and the tactical airlift mission that followed it. It should be a must-read for all veterans as well as modern military members. No other book has chronicled the entire mission from the troop carrier perspective. Trash Haulers is a revision of my 1988 C-130 book (with the title I hated.) I've done quite of revision and added a few things. They both should be available for purchase around the first of the year if not sooner.
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Have any of you heard of this DBIDS thing? Seems everyone is supposed to get fingerprinted and their ID cards scanned and if not done we will no longer have access to the base. I was not notified of this nor were many other retirees. I happened across an old friend today who told me about it and I guess I will have to go wait in line for hours tomorrow to get this done. DBIDS supposedly stands for “ Defense Biometrics Identification System Implementation." If you know about this tell me what it is for and about. Thanks
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I am now, Tiny Clark, Dept AF, RETIRED!
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Re:Talon Reunion ***Unofficial Info***** Combat Talon Reunion Sponsored by: 7th ACS and Stray Goose, combined Inviting all Combat Talon, past and present Quality Inn Bayside 322 Miracle Strip Parkway Fort Walton Beach, FL 850-275-0300 Rooms-Reunion rate= $115.00 (reserve by 29 April) Friday May 30th----------Wurst Burn/Social Saturday May 31st--------Pig Roast picnic Sunday June 1st AM--------Memorial Service The 7th Commando Newsletter reported that details would be posted on their website (although I haven\'t seen it yet): <http//7THSOS.ORG>
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Got my Wings
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Many of you know CMsgt Doug Grant & his "crew chief" Joanie. Their home was the "hardstand" for many an airlifter over the years. How many meals she served us all can never be counted. She fought cancer for the last 7 yrs or so and was "promoted" from aircrew status to heavenly angel wings this week. Joan's wake this evening was attended by many ole' airlifters. She would have loved to see so many all together. She will be missed by us all. If you'd like Doug's address to send a card-private email me pls.
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