Yellow alert, orange alert, red alert. Sawadee. Cope Tiger is an annual multinational exercise in the Asia-Pacific region that promotes closer relations and enables air force units in the region to sharpen air . Great pics of Ubon flight line, but where are the A/C-130s and 119s ? I wish I could remember the house boys name nicest guy. Hi Christina, I was at three bases, Da Nang RVN, Udorn, Ubon. Some even thought they could rush us. William Basler, Sgt, USAF Edsel, Mercury, Galaxy, ? I was in UBON 1969-1970 Crew Chief 43151C with the 435TFS. I arrived in Ubon on March 1, 1972 the day the north invaded the south once again. I have been having recurring skin cancer issues in the last year. It is currently being used in Agent Orange Exposure claims by military veterans who served at some of the following Royal Thai Air Force Bases: U-Tapao, Ubon, NKP (Nakhon Phanom), Udorn, Takhli, Korat or Don Muang, and others. I WAS ONLY STATIONED IN UBON 6 MONTHS IN 1972, BUT I MET THE LADY I HAVE BEEN MARRIED TO FOR 39 YEARS. Major Mack stands next to EC-121 aircraft (552nd AEWCW). Ubon Royal Thai Air Force Base, 1965-1974; Major USAF Unit: 8th Tactical Fighter Wing, 1965-1974. . I was a 46250 specialist in the weapons release shop on the flight line. Photographs of Ubon's perimeter demonstrate it was pushed back and that there was a lack of foliage between the old and new perimeter. Sometimes, though, its hard to be patient. Major Mack speaks about the 552nd Airborne Early Warning Control Wing, at Ubon Air Base in Thailand. . I recall being hit twice. 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. Featured Collections | It served in this role until inactivated on June 30, 1975. After North Vietnam invaded South Vietnam in March 1972 during the Easter Offensive, the 8th TFW was augmented by additional F-4 units. Air start attempts unsuccessful. I was a Ssgt in charge of Maintenance Training. The passing of a King a real King. Thanks Grant. Visitors are welcome to listen and interact with SAM subject matter experts located throughout the Presidential Gallery in . Assume it must have been sprayed ? I spent my entire year training and evaluating. My Account | 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. - Veteran J. Reuter. I did not know your husband or his friend. I was warned by others whove been through this claims process that I would probably have to stand on my head to get it through but I hold no resentment and I feel in the long run, well be treated fairly. We worked 3 shifts, but we had to be in the same barracks. Historic HD videos of Udorn Air Force Base Thailand 1969 from CriticalPast are royalty-free and available for immediate download. I was at Ubon for both of the Sapper attacks working in Avionics. Four Thai homes were destroyed. If anyone out there remembers me or those mentioned above please feel free to contact me. In trying to substantiate my claim, I went to the National Personnel records Center here in St. Louis to pull my From DD214 and any other records to fulfill the claim requirements set forth by the VA for those of us in Thailand service. [13]:578, Beginning in late May 1967, new F-4D aircraft were delivered to Ubon, re-equipping the 555th TFS. Ubon RTAFB 8th Tactical Fighter Wing F-4 Phantom poster art. reading your post brings back memories remember you and all the people you mention (I noticed in one post that the call signs had been changed from Cobra to Red in the early 70s . Well the Royal Australian Air Force domestic area was on the Eastern perimeter of the airbase. Ubon was the location of TACAN station Channel 51 and was referenced by that identifier in voice communications during air missions. Learn more about benefits related to Agent Orange exposure. Terms & Conditions | With all of us pulling together we can win, this thing with agent orange and maybe can be compensate for it. If you get this message, contact me at usnavy_n3n@yahoo.com and Ill get you connected with him . ECM shop Sept. 69-70. Many memories of Ubon. If my memory serves me right the mortar crew was trying to hit the Spectre aircraft since they were so effective over the Ho Chi Mihn trail destroying trucks. The mortar attack was approximately 11:00 P.M on Oct 1, 1972. My family greatly misses him. My job classification was weapons mechanic (462X0) munitions loader. We wished we had found him sooner. I hadn't seen . That name Mike Standifer sounds a little familiar to me and yes, please do put him in contact with me. [15], LORAN-equipped 8th TFW F-4Ds began the Operation Igloo White sensor-dropping mission over the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos from February 1968 taking over this role from the more vulnerable CH-3s and OP-2E Neptunes. It is approximately 488km (303 miles) northeast of Bangkok. I worked in the preload facility, 69-70. [20] On 13 May 1972 8th TFW F-4s equipped with laser-guided bombs succeeded in dropping a span of the Thanh Ha Bridge which had been unscathed despite hundreds of previous attacks. I recall that attack. FO 976, FO 555. If you served in Thailand please get to know your Veterans Service Officer who works for your county/ parish/district or talk to your local veterans service organization (they have VSOs) about the agent orange presumptives. Debellevue, scored four kills flying with Capt. There were 4 squadrons of F-4s let me see if I can remember them 25th TFS, 497 TFS, 435 TFS, 433 TFS. Hes name was Bill. Any Crew chiefs out there during this time? Skin cancer also seems to be linked to Agent Orange, unfortunately the VA does not recognize the link ( need more studies??) Joe Nolin [28]:134, From February to October 1967 EC-121 Warning Star aircraft of the College Eye Task Force were based at Ubon. 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. I need to brush up on my history! The following Photos of the January 13, 1970 attack against American forces stationed at Ubon Air Base, during the Vietnam War, are graphic and gory. If I recall it seems this attack happen around midnight I know it was cloudy and very dark. The PTSD got to him in the end though. My name is Jaime Green. We worked the 6:00 pm 6:00 am shift 6 days a week (sometimes 7 days). God Speed! WIsh I had 100 baht for every time we played Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is or Beginnings! We were off base in the ammo dump. Contact Us | Grounded the planes for like a week. Just recently and sadly found out he passed 2 yrs ago at 64. Thais would roast them or pop their heads off and eat them, never had the courage to try one Night shift was the best not many supervisors around we would race the jammers (bomb loaders) on the flight line for fun. Sign you see after getting off C-130 flight from Bangkok, home for the next 12 months. He passed away last year. Never mind please send to Hi Virgil, I also was at Ubon May 69 to may 70. 408th MMS Gun shop,9/69-70,,6/71-72. My old Air Force buddies and I gathered on the banks of the Ohio River. Living & travelling in Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand, Laos & Kununurra in the Kimberley, Australia. Maps and Photos of bases used by the USAF in Thailand During the Vietnam Era One of the most frequent requests I receive from veterans who served in Thailand is for a map of the base the veteran served at during the Vietnam era. At 02:00 5 explosions damaged 2, 12 January 1970: at 22:30 on 11 January a Thai villager reported seeing 16 armed Vietnamese 3km and the base was put on alert. The base alarm went off and they told us to go the flight shack. I had a great time and intend to go again next year. The last of the Constant Guard F4 augmentation forces were released in September 1973. The radar station gives complete coverage to friendly areas. ASA units in Thailand, clarified by Gary Kay: The 5th RRU was there first, of course, and it morphed into the 83rd RRSOU, still in Bangkok. Just wondering why this attack was not mentioned. 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. The enemy failed because the 8th Security Police were more than a match for them. Pilot fills out Form 1. Plane approaches air strip for landing. Ill ask her on Saturday (9th) when I see her. First Thank you for your service. Got other names on the tip of my tongue but they stop there. My roomie and I lived on base 2 nights before we were in a bungalow downtown. This weapon system proved less effective than the AC-130, and operations with it were discontinued in June 1970. Mike Pruitt was a firecracker of a guy, enjoyed him and his stories. I was born in the year of 1975, which now makes me 39 yrs old. Mike Weiss@Atlanta, Mike Pruitt@Arkansas, Sampson@Florida, Ciro Bua@Texas,Tsgt Davis [our flightline expediter] he may have never departed Ubon, still driving his blue six pack International crummy hustling crews to the next F-4 waiting for weapons. Rice bugs were something else, we had a line supervisor who had a bungalow and girlfriend down town so during brief down time from loading he had us collecting rice bugs that were attracted to the flight line lights. I hope you are able to locate your photos from your time in Ubon as I would be keen to share any you have, especially any of the ones you have that were taken off base and of the city and surrounds. There were no EOD guys available, so I had to crawl underneath the F-4, and dearm the whole plane, plus remove 2 AIM-7 missles. No, didnt see Bob Hope, was out of there by 9/13/70 back to states, Holloman cert team, then got out March 71. If any one knows how I can start looking into this please email me or let me know. Hi Craig, I am another Ubonian. /* square */ I was stationed at Ubon at this time (after serving at NKP from 07/67 to 07/69 with the 56th AMS) and was flown with the Bob Hope group from Ubon so I could be in attendance. [4]:20, In response to the Easter Offensive, from April 1972 F-4E squadrons temporarily deployed from the US to Ubon during the Constant Guard buildup as follows:[20][13]:223, The 334th TFS flew its first missions of Operation Freedom Train on 14 April, followed by the 366th the following day. I was stationed at UBON RTAFB Thailand 1971-72 and worked at the 408th MMS Bomb Dump. Checking out the information of sapper attacks I noted one was missing. (Ha! There is no doubt NOAA had to hire 3 or 4 people to replace you over there. I WILL NOW BE LOOKING FOR MORE OF THE FARANG SIDE OF LIVING IN UBON. If anyone has any ideas before Oct 11, please advise to ebouquet@comcast.net Thanks to all who will reach out to me and I will do the same for you. I hope to hear back from you and I will try to locate and download pics of my tour. (U.S. Air Force photo by Darius Hutton) Col. Olds Base Commander, Humped the missiles to the A/C for Operation Bolo. Photo: View looking over Machinegun Bunker, Alpha-34, toward the jungle on the perimeter, Ubon RTAFB, Thailand. Sq (AFCS) providing Air Traffic Control services for the Ubon tower, terminal radar approach area and enroute services for Bangkok Center. My name is Richard Ries. We were told by intel. Again, thank you so much for reaching out. Col. Chappy James. I had photos and stuff that would prove I was in nam, but lost it all when I divorced a few years later and my records were at my in-laws home. I hope you are able to reconnect with some of your mates. The 601st Combat Photo Flight, Det 3, Ubon "The Rat Pack" (Al Sterling's Website Currently In-Progress) The 601st Photo Flight publication "Rodent Review" 1968-69 The area displays aircraft such as a B-52D, which participated in Operation Linebacker I and II; workhorse fighters such as the F-4C flown by then-Col. Robin Olds. Single side band tech provided radio comm for radar site. Hope these photos are declassified. Thirty-six strike aircraft dropped 94 tons of bombs and destroyed one span of the bridge and part of the highway. 9 August 1983: RTAF VC-47B L2-30/07/641 crashed on take-off. Looking for anyone who worked in the munitions dump that was approximately 6 miles of base in the fall of 1967. http://www.memock.com/2009/11/02// Ubon RTAFB. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! . I have one for Udorn, but cannot locate one for Ubon. Crew members of EC-121 Aircraft inside aircraft at Ubon Air Base in Thailand during College Eye airborne radar surveillance mission. We were released several hours later and not given any further updates. Thank God , as far as I know, I dont have cancer but I have the other three. Hello, my name is Dean Wiley and my reason for writing is to share my experience in Thailand which I truly believe led to my having Parkinsons today.I am not complaining, but it is so very hard to swallow ones pride and file a claim. We all got a lengthy talk about seat safety since our group would have to get in the seats to test our equipment. I also dont understand why this is not noted in Ubon history. I did have good times and made good friends there, I wish I could just remember their names. Many more memories from there and TDYs I went on. I worked in the Avionics Autopilot shop on the AC-130s and F4Ds from May 69 May 70 at Ubon. 79 Squadron RAAF which provided top-cover for USAF aircraft whilst in Thai airspace with its CAC Sabres. I have nerve damage, and heart disease also. Upon arriving at Ubon Sept 1969, as part of the inbound process, we are issued an M-16, the guy hands you the rifle, you check the serial number, sign the form, he takes back the rifle, locks it up. Vietnam War, 1961-1975. Final approach cockpit view to runway 18 at U-Tapao Air Base in Thailand. Views of RF-4C Phantoms landing at Ubon Thai Air Force Base one by one, deploying drag chutes. Craig "Mitch" Mitchell. I was part of the 408MMS, working in the Transfer Point (Reload/Preload) and Line Delivery (Cobra7) from approx. That is now why I am now trying to research and reconnect with some of my buds. Additional Details No camera details . I am sure we crossed paths sometime during our time there. Unit of Service: 357th Tactical Fighter Squadron; 497th Fighter Squadron; 8th Tactical Fighter Wing. I WENT TO UBON SOLO, THE WIFES HEALTH SCARES HER SOMETIMES. . As I read over these messages I realize my husband was very fortunate to have no physical illnesses from being stationed in Ubon. LOL.. Went to Phang Rang VN next, Oct 67 to May 69. Thanks for the extra information. The Australian facilities were known as RAAF Ubon, and were designed and constructed by No. I havent thought about this in years. Thank you for all the great photos and memories. (Two other Thai bases where my law firm has heard of successful proof of Agent Orange exposure is Ramuson and Phu Mu). in Ubon 1968-69 and I came across this After Action Report on the Sniper Attack in Ubon ten years ago. Udon, Ubon and Utapao are three. Ubon was considered (by the USAF) to be a viable target and we worked a lot to ensure the perimeter was secure, especially after dark. I remember Davis well, he had us collect rice bugs on night shift when we werent loading. Before we returned to Korat, the foliage browned in a matter of a day or two.I developed a rash like hives on my back, stomach,arms, and legs.I went to our flight surgeon and was diagnosed with a heat rash and/or a possible allergic reaction to the weeds since I saw him earlier in the year for allergies. Most the other expediters had a good chance of getting excited at times. My AFSC was Life Support Systems and home base was Korat In late January or early February of 69 our squadron, the 469th, went TDY to Ubon for approximately 6 weeks while some repairs were done on our flight line and runways. LOL. 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. 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