VP-5 Squadron Shipmates
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Memorial Picture "...BRACKEN, ADJC Harold J. "Harry" Shipmate Pix ..My Dad, ADJC Harold J. Bracken, passed away on July 28, 2013 (he was 90 years old). Dad enlisted on 8/10/1940 (his mother had to sign because he wasn't 18 yet). He served with VP-11 (1952-1955) and VX-6 (1957-1963) including Operation Deep Freeze III, IV, 60, 61 and 62 as Plane Captain on the P2V-7 and C-130B. Dad flew as a Flight Engineer, Plane Captain, Taxi Pilot and Quality Control Inspector. Dad was on the flight that discovered a mountain range and had Bracken Peak named in his honor. He then served with VR-1 from 1963 until he retired on 9/16/1966. ..." Contributed by Patricia Bracken Biscoe patricia_20650@yahoo.com [BIO/PIX Updated 01OCT2013 | 29SEP2013]

Memorial Picture "...BRADBURY, Lawrence...VPB-139 Squadron member Lawrence Bradbury made his last Flight April 3, 2007. " Brad" was copilot of the crew Thomas McKelvey, Daniel Becnel, Robert Jenkins, Harold Sutton, David Montoya of the original Squadron. "Brad" became Pilot of his second tour crew, Ralph Potter, Joseph Yakich, Daniel Becnel, Robert Jenkins and Harold Sutton..." Forwarded by Ralph O. Carrigan Rocarr28@aol.com [18MAY2007]

Memorial Picture "...BRADY, CDR James O.Shipmate Pix...My father, James O. Brady, passed away in January 2001. Dad served with VB/VPB-144 the Feather Merchants. I have always enjoyed the Reunion updates and other information. My dad died in January, so I got to meet CDR Ustick in Pensacola. Patriotism was a given in my family and now my son proudly serves. Thank you for your service to our country, you truly are the greatest generation. I have always appreciated your sacrifices..." Contributed by Ellen Brady Deck ebradydeck@gmail.com [PIX Updated 11JUN2016 | E-Mail Updated 02JUN2016 | 02APR2001]

Memorial Picture "...BRADY, LCDR Julian H...My first husband, LCDR Julian H. Brady, was a Patrol Plan Commander of VXN-8 R7V Lockheed Constellation (El Paisano) which crashed at McMurdo October 31st, 1960. It was a terrible loss since it was outfitted to map the magnetic fields of the earth for the Hydrographic office in Washington, D.C. Only one injury was sustained - a broken leg. My husband died in 1985 from pancreatic cancer. In 1997 I married Lt.Col. Robert B. Robinson who had set a world speed record in 1961 in the F4 Phantom. He died in 2005 from colon cancer. I always loved the military life and am now 88 years old..." Contributed by Elizabeth Brady Robinson roblib@cableone.net [25AUG2011]

Memorial Picture "...BRANLUND, Rudy...Rudy Branlund passed away in 1997. Rudy was a member our Crew 9 of VP-892 (1951-1952)...TIMMER, AT2 Harold w8hgt@sbcglobal.net..." [21MAR2005]

Memorial Picture "...BRENNAN, NCCS Eugene "Skip"...I was the resident NCC on the staff of CPW Atlantic/Pacific in NAS Moffett Field, California from 10/92 - 1/96 and had the pleasure to serve with the crews and staff of VP-60, VP-65, VP-67, VP69-, VP-90, VP-91 and VP-94. I just want to post here that one of our CRPWP/VP-91/NARCEN NAS Moffett Field, California former sailor, NCCS Eugene 'Skip' Brennan, has passed away this morning at around 0800 Pacific. He is survived by his wife, Belen, daughter Dusty and son Philip. Please join me in prayers.I'm not sure of the funeral arrangements, contact point person with Skip's family but will post it again on this site once I have that information. Thanks. NCC Sam Cajudo, USNR-TAR - Retired sam@nationwide-pr.com..." [29MAR2010]

Memorial Picture "...BREWER, ATC Landon J. "Jack" Jr...My father, Landon J. Brewer, Jr. served with VP-45, VW-11, VP-7 and VAQ-134. He had a full career in the Navy, retiring in January 1975. After retirement, he enjoyed a full life hunting and fishing in his beloved Arkansas hills until his untimely passing on Dec 25, 2008 due to a long battle with cancer. He was laid to rest with full military honors in Six Mile Cemetary in his home town of Hatfield, AR on December 31st, 2008. Landon E. (Gene) Brewer lebrew307@gmail.com..." [E-Mail 20MAR2024 | 06AUG2009]

Memorial Picture "...BRINDISI, Gregory E. Shipmate PixCirca 1956...I have many photos to share for interested parties taken by my father Gregory E. Brindisi during his service with VP-56 out of NAS Norfolk, Virginia. He participated in the August to December 1956 tour of the Mediterranean. I am also interested in exchanging digital scans with anyone who has some photos from 1954 to 1958 of VP-56 and it's aircraft. As a Canadian I am thankful of and the US Navy's efforts in the preservation of peace and freedom for North America, and the world as well. I'm glad my dad played a small part in this job while he was in the US Navy...Nick Brindisi nickbrindisi@planetdesignwerk.com..." WebSite: VP-56 Guardians of Freedom http://www.vp56.org/ [WebSite Added 26JAN2008 | PIX Added 04JAN2005 | 03JAN2005]

Memorial Picture "...BRINK, AOC Joseph J. Retired...AOC Joseph J. Brink (Retired) passed away. Joesph served with VP-14 at NAS North Island, San Diego, California around March of 1940 and later with VP-12 at MCBH Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii around December of 1941. We are looking for any imformation, pictures of Joesph or Jesse Metcalf (Metcalf was Joseph's Shipmates)..." Contributed by AMCS Wayne Hopkins Retired (son-in-law) wshopkins@embarqmail.com [25APR2011]

Memorial Picture "...BRISCOE, Robert James "Bob"...My friend, Robert James BRISCOE, passed away October 26, 2016. I served with Bob while assigned to VP-2 (1966-1969). Bob was my friend for over 50 years..." Contributed by Dennis Hilljohnboyle417@gmail.com [28OCT2016]

Memorial Picture "...BRONSON, David E...Wanted to let everyone know that David E. Bronson has gone to Fiddler's Green on November 4, 2014. He was 93. He served with VPB-116 and he piloted the PB4Y "Miss Sea-Ducer." May he rest in peace!..." Contributed by Richard Palsha richardpalsha@gmail.com [15NOV2014]

Memorial Picture "...BRITTON, LT Jack B...My Father, LT Jack B. Britton, passed away February 2006 from cancer. Dad served with VP-23 from June 1957 through June 1961. I will miss him as much as I miss watching the planes takes off with him in them...Teresa L. Britton tlynn@cableone.net..." [12AUG2006]

Memorial Picture "...BROUGHTON, AMS1 John Blake Shipmate Pix (VP-4 1964-1967) - ohn B. Broughton of Eugene, OR died Oct. 13, 2009 of age-related causes. He was 86. He was born Nov. 24, 1922, in Savannah, Ga., to George and Mae Buck Broughton. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He retired from the Navy after a 22-year career as a sheet metal mechanic..." Contributed by ANDRUSZKEWICZ, Steve "Andy" sgpa2zfmly@aol.com [04JUL2012]

Memorial Picture "...BROULLIARD, Donald C...Donald C. Broulliard died after a long arduous battle with cancer Nov. 21, 2003, at Careage of Whidbey. He was born Sept. 14, 1930, to Charles A. and Jennie M. (Amundsen) Brouillard in Big Lake, Minn. Don graduated from St. Cloud College in Minnesota before joining the Navy in 1954. Don graduated from Navy Flight School, in NAS Pensacola, Florida, as a naval aviator. He served in weather patrol squadrons VP-4 and VP-16 in NAS Jacksonville, Florida. In 1960 he married Theresa M. Cullen of Toledo, Ohio. Back to NAS Pensacola, Florida, and Naval Flight School to teach for three years before joining VW-1 stationed on NAS Agana, Guam, with a tour of sea duty aboard the carrier USS Kearsarge while living in Cypress, Calif. Then onto NAS Whidbey Island, Washington, serving in operations as a LCDR until his retirement in 1974. Don began a second career settling with Artistic Fence Company until 2001. He enjoyed skiing, hunting, bridge, cribbage and bowling. Don was a life member of the Knights of Columbus and Past Grand Knight in Oak Harbor and was a bingo manager for 20 years. He is survived by his wife, Terry; son, Douglas J. Brouillard of Everett; daughter Jennie M. Fuller (David) of Mesa, Ariz.; grandchildren, Zachary James and Sydney Mae Fuller of Mesa, Ariz.; brother, Jean L. Brouillard (Rita) of San Benito, Texas; sister, Mary L. Brouillard of St. Paul, Minn. Viewing will begin at 5 p.m. in St. Augustine's Catholic Church Friday, Nov 28. Mass will be celebrated at 6 p.m. at the church. A reception will follow the Mass. Arrangements under the direction of Burley Funeral Chapel - Saturday, 22 Nov 2003 Whidbey News Times Whidbey WA..." WebSite: Whidbey News Times http://www.whidbeynewstimes.com/portals-code/obits.cgi?paper=84&submit=&name=&skip=690 [02NOV2005]

Memorial Picture "...BROWN, Edward J...My father, Edward J. Brown, was an Aviation Machinists mate Flt. 2nd Class [CA} V-2, in WW2, serving from 1941-45 with VP-205/VPB-205. Dad completed basic at Navy Pier, Chicago including assignments at NTS, NAS North Island, San Diego, California, AFGS, Hollywood, Fl., and NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Dad was staioned at NAS Trinidad, British West Indies during the Caribbean campaign, later in the South Pacific at NAS Tanapag Harbor, Saipan, Marianas Islands and NAB Chimu Wan, Ryukyu Islands, Okinawa, Japan. Dad passed away on 7/9/2003, was buried at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery on 7/14. I would love to hear any stories or remeberances. Dad was 90, was the "old man" of the unit, "POPPY." I have a great photo of Dad with his squad at a bar called "Charlie Tyes" in Oakland, Ca. The other names he listed on the photo are Liston, McDavid, Running, Long, Moss, Csehtowski, Chisamore, Ball, Bradley, Bartus and Hiiliard. Date of photo is 2/1/45...Keith Brown kbrown02@earthlink.net [16JUL2003]

Memorial Picture "...BROWN, Peter II...My Dad, Peter Brown II, served aboard NAF Port Lyautey, Morocco as a Telecommunications Instructor (civlian) in 1957. I would like to hear from anyone that knew my Dad. Peter Brown III roadisred@aol.com..." [19JAN2010]

Memorial Picture "...BROWNING, HM3 Bill...HM3 Bill Browning (VP-9) died in a boating accident last year (possibly in August 2008). Bill and I kept in touch over the years..." Contributed by HAMPEL, AWCS John D. johndhampel@yahoo.com [26MAR2009]

Memorial Picture "...BROWNLOW, AO2 Jeff Deen "JD" "Tex"...My Father, Jeff Deen "Tex" Brownlow, joined the Navy at the age of 17 on May 5th 1943 and went to boot camp at NAS Corpus Christi, Texas and then to NAS Norman, Oklahoma on June 8th 1943, attending AOM School, NATTC for Ordnance training in Class A Service School. Upon completion of Ordnance training Dad was assigned as of Sept 24th 1943, to ComFAir, NAS Sand Point, Seattle, Washington and on April 6th 1944 was transferred by train to NAS Point Mugu, California. Here they created a group (about 1100 men) for CASU-(f)44 which had been activated Feb 22, 1944. April 22nd 1944 CASU-(f)44 embarked from Continental US shipping out for MCBH Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii and on July 1944 CASU-44 was assign to Oahu. In Hawaii Dad spent 7 weeks at MCBH Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. Dad was stationed on Tinian Island in Aug 1944 and was there to the end of war. Their camp was about 1 to 1.5 miles from the B29 base where his team worked on F4Fs F6Fs (carrier fighter planes) and loaded bombers, B-24s and B-29s, with bombs and depth charges. Dad came back to the states landing at San Francisco. On Feb 21st 1946, at USNPSC Camp Wallace Texas, Dad was discharged as Aviation Ordnance Man Second Class March 7th 1946 and went back to Waco, Texas. I have setup a website to honor him and the other men of CASU-(f)44 at http://www.casu44.com/..." Contributed by Gene Brownlow gene@thebrownlows.com [15JAN2012]

Memorial Picture "...BRUMMETT, CDR Joseph D. Sr. Shipmate Pix ...My father, CDR Joseph D Brummett Sr., passed away September 29th 1989. Dad served with VP-73, VP-9, Commanding Officer of the USS Fort Marion (LSD-22) and Executive Officer of the USS Bayfield (APA-33). During his time as Executive Officer of the USS Bayfield (APA-33) they transported refugees from North Vietnam to Saigon in 1955. Readers Digest actually wrote a story about this event.. My Dad retired after 25 years in the Navy and then started a Locksmith business in Chula Vista, CA. He did this for 15 years. He was interned in the Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego, CA..." Contributed by Joseph Brummett joebrumm@bellsouth.net [01APR2013]

Memorial Picture "...BRUNK, LT Thomas Eugene...Shipmate Pix...My husband, LT Thomas Eugene Brunk, and his crew were lost May 26, 1972 (SEE: VP-31 - In Memorial for lost friends May 26, 1972) while on a mission with VP-31. This year will be the 40th Anniversary of the disappearance of his flight. He served also served with VP-19..." Contributed by Janet Brunk Ehlers jehlers45@gmail.com [19MAR2012]

Memorial Picture "...BRYANT, PO2 John Randolph...Dad served from 12/1954-1958. Mom remembers Dad serving aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6), USS Gardiners Bay (AVP-39) and USS Ticonderoga (CV-14). We also found some films Dad took - if anyone recognizes any part of them - we would sure love to hear from you. They can be found on: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQG9Ui5aSOY and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KsWEx7G_Veg. I would like to hear from any of Dad's former Shipmates..." Contributed by John Bryant john.bryant3@cox.net [UPDATED 24MAY2021 | 23MAY2021]

Memorial Picture "...BRYANT, Raymond Jr....My Father, Lcdr/Ret Raymond Bryant Jr. (VP-8, VP-45, and VP-48), went to be with The Lord on December 6, 2001. We wrote in his medicine book by his bedside "11:30AM Goodbye Dad We Love You, Linda, Susan, Paula, and Wanda." Thank you and God Bless all of You. Wanda Raye Bryant daughter #5 sound@albemarlenet.com..." [29JAN2002]


BRABEC, AMCS Larry M. Retired larrbrbc@aol.com "...I served as a FE (Crew 4 and 10) with VP-47 (1969-1971) at NAS Moffett Field, California with deployments to NS Sangley Point, Philippines, NAF Naha, Okinawa, Japan and U-Tapao Royal Thailand Air Force Base, Thailand..." [23AUG2016]

BRABO, Tim Tbrabo8743@aol.com "...I was thinking about NAS Jacksonville, Florida lately because of the football playoffs. I wanted to know if I could find out any imformation about my old squadron VP-16. I think I hit the jackpot. I served proudly with the "Eagels " from August 1982 till April 1986. Great memories. I am still reviewing past guestbook entries to try and contact old friends. If anyone remembers me, I would love to here from you and share stories. P.S. I left the squadron shortly after we arrived back from NAS Bermuda in 1986 and never made arrangements to obtain a cruise book. If anyone can help me obtain one, please let me know. My days with VP-16 were the most memorable in my life and I still have dreams about them to this very day..." [16JAN2000]

BRACEWELL, AWCS Cameron bracewell@ilnk.com "...I served in the best VP squadron on the east coast, VP-24, from 89-92. Sensor One on CAC-09. The greatest bunch of professionals who worked hard and played hard!...a href="vp46.html">VP-46 was by far my most memorable tour. ASW was good and there was fun to be had. 82-85, SS-1 CAC-09..." [BIO Updated 07AUG98 | 05AUG98]

BRACK, E. A. Jr. "Joe" eocjoeb@nefcom.net "...I served with VQ-2 (1960-1963) at NS Rota, Spain and discharged from Active Duty (04/1964) at NAS Glynco, Georgia. I served in the Naval Air Reserves with VP-67F-1 (1969) at NAS Jacksonville, Florida, VP-62 (1970) "A" Wing (transitioned from the P2 to the P-3) and "A" Wing to October 1988. Flew with CAC 12, 13 and 15. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 15MAY2015 | 15NOV1997]

BRACK, Guy R. La guirl@earthlink.net "...I served with VP-6 at NAS BARBER,s Point, Hawaii from 1959-1961. I was an AKAN and worked in the Material Office (supplies). Went to NAS Iwakuni, Japan and Midway (twice). Would like to here from anybody with the outfit during my stay with the squadron..." [20JUL2000]

BRACKEEN, AK3 Luther luther_brackeen@bellsouth.net "...I served with VR-7 Detachment A (1962-1964) as a Flight Attendent..." [06OCT2011]

BRACKEN, AW2 Carl cjbracken2@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-44 and VP-10 as SS1 Operator from 1988 to 1992. Last stationed at NAS Brunswick, Maine flying with CAC-3 with VP-44 and CAC-1 with VP-10. Was apart of the disestablishment of VP-44 and alloted to VP-10 just before another deployment to NAS Sigonella, Sicily. Did a tour in NS Rota, Spain, NAS Keflavik, Iceland, and NAS Sigonella, Sicily. Looking for old flymates..." [24SEP2004]

BRADBERY, Sr. (BJ or Brad) c/o Toni Bradbery Hall brbpahth@tcia.net "...My father, Bobby J. Bradbery, Sr (BJ or Brad) was a member of VP-5 several years ago. He is still living and doing well. I am interested in getting any stories that any of you may have to share with me. I am the youngest of his six children, and did not get to experience the military life that my siblings had. Daddy has never been shy about talking about his military career and I can tell his time with VP-5 was great. Please feel free to contact me. Thank you for your help..." [28NOV2004]

BRADBERRY, CWO Bill Retired bbrad4000@hotmail.com "...Brothers, Bob, Bill and Bo(Larry) served with VP-44 late 50's thru P-3 transition. All three retired and living here in small orginal home town of Wytheville, Virginia (intersection of I-77 and I-81). Give us a call sometime!..." [E-Mail Updated 06FEB2001 | E-Mail Updated 03NOV2000 | 19OCT2000]

BRADBURN, LCDR William P. Retired wpbradburn@aol.com "...I was a pilot assigned to VP-22 from late 1970 until mid 1974 and thoroughly enjoyed every minute. I finished my '20' in the reserves floating between VP-94 and a reserve ASWOC at NAS New Orleans. I am still in the NAS New Orleans, Louisiana area..." [E-Mail Updated 19NOV2000 | 07JAN99]

BRADEN, ADC Howard Retired hbraden@md.metrocast.net "...I served with VP-50 from April 1981 to July 1984. Was on Crew 7 in 81 as the 2nd FE after graduating FE school from VP-31. Served as Alternate NATOPS then Primary NATOPS FE during my tour. Left VP-50 and went to ASW at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. Left ASW in Aug 1987 and transfered to VXN-8 also at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland, served as power plants supervisor and Primary NATOPS FE. After my tour there I transfered back to ASW by then Force Warfare in Dec 1990. Ran the VAW division as shop chief and Division Officer until Oct 91 when I moved to the reliability maintainability and supportability P-3 branch until I retired in Nov 1993 as an ADC. Anyone wishing to contact me please feel free..." [E-Mail Updated 17APR2008 | E-Mail Updated 02JAN2001 | 07SEP97]

BRADEN, AMS2 Larry bradencarz@yahoo.com "...I served with VT-9 (1968-1971) and worked on the check crew. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [01JUN2015]

BRADFIELD, Paul amy2paul@aol.com "...I served with VP-23 from Feb 1987 through Dec 1990 with some great folks. I think like a lot of us, my first squadron was the best. I would love to hear from any former Seahawks who served with me during the 1987 NAS Keflavik, Iceland, 1988-89 NS Rota, Spain/ NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal or the 1990 "Detployment" when we were scattered over half of the globe..." [30MAY99]

BRADFIELD, Robert robertbradfield1942@yahoo.com "...I served VP-49 (1961-1963) and flew aboard Woodpecker-2. Now living in Rochester, NY..." [18DEC2012]

BRADFORD AMM2 Harold inscalehobbies@charterinternet.com "...I served with VP-42 from 1943 to 1945 from Cold Bay to Dutch Harbor. I would like to hear from any former Shipmates..." [05FEB2005]

BRADFORD, E. Michael (MICHAEL MICHAEL) adirondack_mts@hotmail.com "...I served in VP-16 as a sensor one operator on CAC3 from late '79 through April of 1981. I would like to hear from any of you if you care to drop me a note. Lastly, I have looked all over for my great squadron friend Jeffery R. Boian - any clues? The Huffer is clear, all clear aft-lets go flyin'!..." [E-Mail Updated 15MAY2001 | 16JUN99]

BRADFORD, AN Paula pn1hotrod@hotmail.com "...I served with VP-31 (1986-1988). Service in Maintenance Control under CDR Wayne Weller. I was the British girl that Senior Chief always called a Limey because I was British. Great memories as my first duty Station. CDR Haskins was the CO who I later served with at CINCUSNAVEUR London, England years later. I retired in 2005 after service on USS Simon Lake in Holy Loch Scotland which later did a home port change to NAS Norfolk, Virginia. NTC Great Lakes, CINCUSNAVEUR London England where I finally became a US Citizen, NAS Souda Bay, Crete, Greece, NATO base NAS Keflavik, Iceland where I gave birth to beautifully perfect twin girls. I had a wonderful 20 year Navy career and I now continue to serve our veterans working at the Department of Veterans Affairs Healthcare..." [19JAN2020]

BRADLEY, AE Dave davidbrad@ptd.net "...I served with VP-24 (1963-1966) with deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland, NS Roosevelt Roads, PR, NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, NAS Sigonella, Sicily and NAS Souda Bay, Crete, Greece. I flew with Crew 6 and Crew 8 and operated ECM, Julie and backed up the Radioman. Would love to hear from former Shipmates including AT Frank Wheeler, AT Jimmy Luke, PR Jamie Wilburn, Charley Cherry and AE Bill Knudsen. Good Hunting and Tight Lines..." [22OCT2015]

BRADLEY, AW Donald R. bradley0878@bellsouth.net "...I served with VP-47 AS AN A.W. from 1987 TO 1991. I had over 1,000 hours flight time. I would like to hear from "Grid Bentley" and the rest of the guys that I served with. I went to NAS Moffett Field, California this past summer and boy has it changed. Feel free to E-Mail me..." [30NOV2005]

BRADLEY, ADC Jim "Bear" Retired bearbrad123@hotmail.com "...I served with VP-18, VP-60, VP-90, VP-62, VP-90, VP-67 and VAW-123. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 17FEB2015 | E-Mail Updated 03MAY2004 | E-Mail Updated 21SEP2001 | Updated 04APR98]

BRADLEY, John "Breeze" johnmaryann7@verizon.net "...I served with VPU-1 (1978-1986). Bill Dickson was my mentor. Would like to hear from the old old Buzzards. I'd love to go flying again with Salty and Marvin and Marty and Scribes and Barry and Ivan and Rocky and all my groundpounders..." [E-Mail Updated 19JAN2015 | E-Mail Updated 09AUG2009 | 05JAN98]

BRADLEY, Lawrence bradley@email.kcc.edu "...I served with VP-24 from 1962 thru July 1965..." [06MAY2000]

BRADLEY, DR. Michael F. mbradley@lcsc.edu "...I served with VP-7 from 1959 through 1962 first as a radioman on crew 11, then a first tech. Was aboard for the loss of the crew off the coast of Newfoundland in 60'. Made the trip to NAS Jacksonville, Florida followed by our scenic tour of the Cuban area. Recall Lt. Spung was our PPC; Lt. Bishop was copilot; En Wright navigator; Dave Mayhort PC, Ringuette, ECM; can't remember our ordinancemen. I have a crew picture taken in 1961 in front of 128335 or 128327. Glad to see there are still some of us around. I think I'll check in with the Reunion folks..." [15JUN99]

BRADLEY, ADR2/AW2 Robert vs34navy@yahoo.com "...Served in VS-34 from 1965 to 1968. Was ADR2 then changing to AW in 1968. Would love to hear from any former Shipmates..." [12OCT2007]

BRADLEY, Robert T. lin56coln@aol.com "...I served with VP-18, Crew 2 from 1960-May, 1962..." [28AUG2006]

BRADLEY, William (Brad) cajun@ilnk.com "...1984 through 1989..."

BRADSHAW, Horace A. hbradshaw1@charter.net "...I served with VP-30 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida from May 1966 to May 1968. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 30NOV2009 | 08FEB2001]

BRADSHAW, AOM3 Jay c/o Steven Bradshaw klepto51@yahoo.com "...My father Jay served in the Pacific Theater during WW2 he flew belly turret on PB4Y-1's. He was a replacement crew in VPB-117. He also flew with VD-3 and VPB-121. I am looking for anyone that remembers my father, and can help me fill in some blanks. I am writting a history of his life for our family. I appreciate any information that can be provided..." [BIO Updated 27FEB2007 | 20NOV2005]

BRADSHAW, Mike mike@mbfamily.net "...I served with VP-30 from November to December 1974 (P-3C Aviation Ordinance Aircrewman School) and VX-1 from January 1975 to July 1977. I aircrewed on P-3A's, P-3B's and P-3C's. We tested the first Harpoon missiles and S3's before they deployed to the fleet..." [13SEP2008]

BRADWELL, AZ1(AW) Roosevelt Retired Drbwel@aol.com "...I served with VP-93, Selfridge ANGB, MI (NAFDET) 1979-1984, and VP-62 NAS Jacksonville, Florida 1984-1988. Looking for sailors from these units and time periods..." [27MAY2002]

BRADY, CDR Fred L. Retired Frayd@aol.com "...I served with FASRON-117 MCAS/NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii in 1946. Charlie Brower was the skipper and was a great one for morning exercise. As a radioman, I was a test crewman on every aircraft we serviced from the PV of Willington's old squaron to PB4Y2's that were left over after the war. I made 7 TRANSPACs to NAAS Camp Kearny, California were the planes were accepted one day and chopped up the next. In the early 1950's I was transfered to VP-861 NAS Jacksonville, Florida for NAS Whiting Field, Milton, Florida. VP-861 was deployed they sent us over to VP-5 for about two months and then on to NAF Port Lyautey, Morocco for the rest of the deployment. I was a plankowner VP-18 and a crewmember with crew six and seven. It was with crew seven that CDR Grainger convinced me to try for OCS and thanks to him and LT (later VADM) Murphy I made it and completed a 35 year career in 1979. I love the VPNavy. I am a volunteer at the National Museum of Naval Aviation were it is my pleasure to meet and greet many of the old timers from those great years in my life..." [11FEB2003]

BRADY, CAPT Norm https://naval-air.org/flightlog/moreinfo.asp?UID=19 "...CAPT Norm Brady, USN - NFL Number: 19 - Date of Birth: 2/11/1915 - Date In: 6/1/1939 - Date Out: 6/1/1965 - City, State: Pensacola, FL - School Attended: Morningside Coll - Aircraft Flown: PBY, PBM, WV, - Ship or Unit: VP-23, VPB-205, CO and AEW-14, CO - Pilot Desg.: Patrol Plane Cdr - Theaters, Campaigns, etc.: P Harb/Midway/Guad Associations/Service Organizations: Navy League Ret. Officers Assn Assn of Nav Aviation - Highest personal decoration or award: Dist. Flying Cross - Significant Achievements: 7000+ hours flight time. MBS from George Washington Univ. Participated in first Marshall- Gilbert raid. In Memoriam? No..." [18DEC2005]

BRADY, AO2 Richard richardbradyphotography@gmail.com "...I served with VP-23 (1965-1969). I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 06OCT2017 | E-Mail Updated 11DEC2013 | E-Mail Updated 21SEP2004 | 17APR2003]

BRADY, AMH2 William D. (Dan) bradyone@bellsouth.net "...I served with VP-5 from March 1958 through August 1961 (Airframes Division). Came in as AA and was discharged as a AMH2. Worked for Delta Air Lines 32 years before retiring November 1993. Would love to hear from all old Shipmates. How about a Reunion in Jacksonville, Florida?..." [05DEC2001]

BRADY, William J. "Irish" [Deceased] Shipmate Pix c/o His Son James J. Craswell :w0vne@arrl.net "...My Dad died when I was very young and "Pops" married mom (Lorraine Bristol was the lady who soldered the cross hairs on the Nordan Bombsites). He was a great guy and I sure miss him. I can check but I think he joined the Navy in 1940. He graduated top of his class at Great Lakes and the story was you could choose either a posting location or a specific job. He wanted to go to Hawaiian Islands but wanted to fly more so went Airedale and went to Seattle / Alaska / Aleutian Islands. He told me that it used to make him think about what would have happened if he had gone to the islands when they were bombed (Pearl Harbor) Of course he had his own Pearl Harbor when the Plane he was navigating for spotted the Japanese Carrier Task force and learned that PBYs and Carrier Zeros don't match up very well..." [29JAN2001]

BRADY, William (Bill) Robert williambrady@usa.net "...I joined the navy(USN)June 17 1943. Boot camp Farragut, ID. AMM school at Norman,OK. Gunnery school Purcell, OK. PBY School, NAS Jacksonville, Florida May 1944. B24 school Hutchson Ks. PB4Y-2 training Mumicipal #1 NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Joined VPB-109 crew 15 at Camp Kearney, CA. Dec.24, 1944. Made tour of duty duty to Kaneohe, T.H., Palawan, Philippine Islands, Iwo Jima and on to Okinawa. Plane was 59501, picture on side was "PUNKIE." I was 2nd mech and the Plane Captain starting June 10, l945. Back to states in Nov. 1945, Oakland, CA, and onto Edenton, NC. were I joined VPB-114. Then to the Azores till August 20,1946. Back to the states and discharged on Oct. 22,l946. Would like to hear from anyone that I served with..." [07JUN98]

BRAGG, PO2 Joseph Franklin braggj001.jb@gmail.com "...I served with VP-1..." [15MAR2019]

BRAHAM, LCDR Dallas Retired dbraham1@hotmail.com "...I served with VP-94 (1985-1999) and flew with CAC-8 and CAC-11. I received a direct commission into the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps August 10, 1999 and retired 1 January 2012..." [27JUL2013]

BRAINARD, Jack starjb@earthlink.net "...Looking for buddys that where in VP-9 out of NAS Moffett Field, California during the late 60's. I was a Radio Operator with Crew 4. Our pilot was Big John. We also went to NS Sangley Point, Philippines and flew Yankee Patrols. I had a great time. Looking forward to hearing from some of you..." [08APR2001]

BRAITHWAITE, Ambassador (Rear Admiral) Kenneth J. Retired secnav77@gmail.com "...I served in VP-17 “the White Lightnings” from 1986 to 1988 under the leadership of Commander White and Commander Baas. I also served at Patrol Wing Two under Commodore Dan Oliver. I went on to serve aboard USS America CV-66, commanded Navy Combat Camera Atlantic 193 out of NAS Willow Grove, Pennsylvania deploying to Iraq in 2003 and later to Pakistan and Afghanistan in 2005-2006 with Joint Forces Command. I retired from the Navy as a Rear Admiral in 2011 after serving as the first Navy Vice Chief of Information. After a successful private sector career predominately in healthcare, I most recently served as the 31st Ambassador to the Kingdom of Norway from 2017 to 2019 and then as the 77th Secretary of the Navy from 2020 to 2021. I would welcome hearing from those I had the honor to serve with..." [14NOV2021]

BRAMBLETT, Johnny johnny244@webtv.net "...I served with VP-47 from November 1957 to April 1959 made one tour to NAS Iwakuni, Japan. I would like to hear from old buddies..." [14FEB2001]

BRANCHFLOWER, John branch74@home.com "...Hi guys. I was in VP-9 from 78 to 81, did Misawa, NAS Adak, Alaska and NAS Keflavik, Iceland. Got off active duty and joined VP-66 at NAS Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, 82 to 95, was lucky enough to be the CO at the end. On the civilian side I'm a pilot for Continental (by way of People Express), flying out of Newark. If we've crossed paths along the way, drop me a line..." [E-Mail Updated 29JUN2000 | 11NOV98]

BRAND, Charles T. brand@rowan.edu "...I served in VP-49 from 1955 to 1957. I was in NAS Bermuda when EA8 went down..." [05JAN2002]

BRANDENBURG, AT1 Blake Blake@southshore.com "...Served in VP-1 from '80-'84 "O" Level and from '87-'91 "I" Level. Currently residing in Northern Arkansas..."

BRANDENBURG, Joel joel.brandenburg@schwab.com "...As a former "tweet" (AT2), I served with VP-46 from '82 to '85. After my discharge in '85, I spent 4 yrs. with Ford Aerospace; 4 yrs. with AlliedSignal Aerospace; a couple of yrs. in graduate school; and 3 yrs. with Coopers & Lybrand. I recently started working for Charles Schwab in SF. Looking to track down some of my "old" squadron-mates..." [18DEC98]

BRANDENBURG, AW1 Phil Retired pbrandy@bellsouth.net "...I served with VP-56 from 1980-1985, NAS Memphis, Tennessee from 1985-1989, ASMOD USS Eisenhower from 1989-1991, VP-16 from 1991-1996, and CPW-11 NAS Jacksonville, Florida from 1996-1999. I would like to hear from some old squadron mates..." [16FEB2002]

BRANDT, LCDR Charles "CR" Retired crbrandt@ak.net "...I served with VP-1 (1974-1977) with Crew-1 and Crew-7..." [19AUG2011]

BRANNA, AVCM HAL AVCMCUSNRET@AOL.COM "...ATR"A" NS MIDWAY VP1..."

BRANNEN, Carl Andrew Jr. c/o His Brother Frances Brannen Vick vick@unt.edu "...Carl Andrew Brannen, Jr. was part of the Navy V-5 program at St. Mary's College Pre-flight. He was at the SMU V-12 program. His Selective Flight training was at Idaho State. He left the flight program in 1944 and went to VP-102 as part of the flight students who opted to go to the fleet as aerial gunner/navigators on PB4Y1 with VPB-102. At the end of 6 months he was to return to flight training. His friend Jimmy Babbitt did return and wrote my parents after his return here. Andy chose to stay. He was with Crew 17 that was shot down at Marcus Island. The raid is written up in Above an Angry Sea by Alan Carey. Are there other aviation cadets who did what he did, that is, opt to stay with their crews rather than return to finish flight training?..." [01SEP2001]

BRANNEN, Michael mbrannen@gmail.com "...Served in VQ-2 from late 89 to late 92. Now that I look back on it I had way too much fun. Left VQ-2 and went to VQ-6 from 93 - 96. Spent two cruises on the GW (CVN-73. Good time all around. I'm now back home in NC. Please email..." [10FEB2007]

BRANNEN, SGT Steve (USMC) sbrannen49@gmail.com "...I served with VQ-1 (1969-1970) at NAS Atsugi, Japan while assigned to Naval Support Facility Kamiseya as a ditti bopper. Flew in all 3 air frames: EC-121, EP-3s and was lucky enough to also qualify on the EA-3Bs. I enjoyed flying all over the WesPac during those trying times. Here's to us, and those like us, and damn few of us left!..." [21FEB2017]

BRANNING, AMCS(AW/SW) John M. Retired john@buffalonavalpark.org "...I served with VQ-2 (1986-1989 and 1994-1997)..." [20OCT2012]

BRANDT, AMS3 Lloyd lloydwho@msn.com "...I served with VP-48 from 1963 thru Aug. of 1966. Was at NS Sangley Point, Philippines both times..." [27MAY2005]

BRANDT, CPO Paul H. Retired CPOBRANDTVP66@AOL.COM "...I ENLISTED IN THE NAVY 4/10/41 THRU 9/17/45. UPON DISCHARGE I SIGNED UP IN THE RESERVES AT NAS Floyd Bennett Field, New York. WAS ATTACHED TO VP-832, VP-834, VP-836, and VP-837. WHEN THE BASE CLOSED IN 1960 I TRANSFERED TO NAS Willow Grove, Pennsylvania AND SERVED WITH VP-64 AND VP-66. I WAS DISCHARGED WITH 31 YRS CONTINUOUS SERVICE IN 1970. I FLEW AS PLANE CAPT (FLIGHT ENGINEER) FOR ABOUT 16 OF THOSE YRS ON PBY'S, PBM'S, AND P2V'S. I WAS RECALLED FOR THE CUBAN CRISIS IN 1961/62 SERVING WITH VP-837. UPON RETURN I WAS HONORED TO BE NAMED LEADING CHIEF SERVING UNDER CAPT. BRUMME, CAPT WILLIAMS, AND COMM. SEMPKEN. I AM PROUD TO HAVE SERVED..." [14APR2001]

BRANT, CAPTAIN Joe E. Retired Jebrant41@cs.com "...I am interested in documenting information on all the many VP-22 squadrons that have been commissioned in the U.S. Navy. I was a pilot in the first VP-22 squadron, which was commissioned in l939 at NAS Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. We originally had 12 PBY-3s. After the attack on NAS Pearl Harbor, Hawaii we received 12 PBY-5s, and received orders to proceed to the Australia-Dutch East Indies area, where we joined up with VP-101 and VP-102. By March 3, l942 we ran out of airplanes, and retreated to Perth, Australia. Our squadron was decommissioned on April l8, l942. LCDR Frank O'Beirne (Vice-Adm. Ret) was our CO; LT Doyle Donaho, XO; and LT Thomas Moorer (ADM. Ret), Flight Officer. Please send me information pertaining to the dates your squadron continued to operate, type of aircraft, base of operation, commanding officers and any other significant happenings. I will be happy to share all the VP-22 I receive..." [14APR2001]

BRANT, AW2 Mark mbrant@siu.edu "...Hey P-3 Bubbas. I've lost track of alot of you guys but still think of the good times in the "old navy." I'm at S. Il. University learning to sit in the front seat. (I had it so easy in the back!) I was in VP-56 and VP-8 while on active duty. I am now in VP-94 as a weekend warrior. Keep in touch!..." [25MAR98]

BRANTLEY, Charles W. cpjbrantley@verizon.net "...I served with VU-10 (1963-1964) at NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba..." [13AUG2013]

BRANTLEY, AO1 Jimmy Retired jimbo6258@yahoo.com "...I served with VA-195 (1981) aboard the USS America (CV-66), VP-22 (1982-1984) with deployments to NAS Midway Island, NAF Misawa, Japan, NAS Cubi Point, Philippines and NAS Atsugi, Japan and VA-27 aboard the USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70)..." [12JUN2016]

BRASHEARS, John jonbra@webtv.net "...I was with ZPG from April 1958 until the squadron decommissioned in 1959. I was a pressure watch & on the Mule team (as a driver & wenchman). My best memories of the Navy are from my time spent with ZPG (A GREAT bunch of people!)..." [26JUL2000]

BRASWELL, AT2 Danny L. braswellww@bww.com "...I served with VP-6 from September 1986 to October 1990 and was a member of the infamous Crew 8 "Nomads". I was aboard the dreadful "overspeed/prop decouple" flight of January 3, 1987. CONTACT ME!..." Personal WebSite: http://www.braswellww.com/ [E-Mail/URL Updated 09MAY2004 | 15JUL2000]

BRAUN, Bob woodvillebob@gmail.com "...I served with VR-2 (PB2Y Navigator) at NAS Alameda, California. We carried supplies and men to the Philippines and back, stopping at Hawaii, Johnson Island, Majuro and NAS Tanapag Harbor, Saipan, Marianas Islands. We were on NAS Tanapag Harbor, Saipan, Marianas Islands in December 1946 as the tidal wave approached. We left before it hit and took the PB2Y to Tokyo to save it. We left Saipan without having a boat sweep the channel for debris and didn't even buckle our seat belts in order to avoid the tidal wave. We stayed on a seaplane tender in Tokyo Bay for about 3 days and went ashore and saw much of Tokyo, including the Emperor's Palace and McArthur's HQ. Prior to NAS Alameda, California, I was assigned to take classes at the University of Southern California and then was stationed on Naval bases in Delmonte, CA for Pre-Flight, Prescott AZ, NAS Hutchinson, Kansas, NAS Corpus Christi, Texas, Great Lakes, gunner's school at NAS Memphis, Tennessee, Algiers, LA, Solomons, MD, NAS Norfolk, Virginia, Clinton, OK (Navigator School) and finally NAS Alameda, California..." [11AUG2011]

BRAUN, Chris chris.braun@kicu.com "...Served with VP-46 from '87 to '91. Had fun with Crew 1 in NAS Misawa, Japan. Remember watching the World Series and seeing the Bay Area Quake happen before our eyes. Later I had the distinction of being the SS-3 on the plane that got hit by lightning on the way from NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan to Hong Kong (while the rest of you snoozed). CDR Ron Evans-great guy, Randy Starkey-real friend, Mike Hart-Officer with an enlisted mentality, John Schlegel-Officer with enlisted tastes : ) sorry about that one. Selling TV advertising now, writing screenplays noone likes and watching my two cuties grow up..." [12JUL2001]

BRAUN, CDR Jack Retired x_braun@msn.com "...I served with VP-60 (1976-1981) as a AK2. I retired as a Commander from MSC (2002) after 30 years in the Navy and currently living in Denver, CO. I would like to hear from former Shipmates. Anyone hear from AKC Terry Malony, AKC Oldaker or AK2 Jay Brown?..." [E-Mail Updaated 06SEP2015 | 16OCT2002]

BRAUN, AE2 Rick gto4me2@netscape.net "...AE with VC-4 at NAS Oceana Mar 1969 - Mar 1970 -- Wish there was a cruise book for shore duty units to make getting back in touch easier. AE2 with VS-27 at NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island (when we ween't out on the USS Intrepid) July 1970 - July 1972 -- Wish to get back in touch with old Shipmates..." [05MAR2010]

BRAUNFELS, AT3 Dick 67gto@roadrunner.com "...I served with VP-11 (Lovin' Eleven) from 1968 to 1971. I was one of the imfamous "Circuit Salts". They were really great times..." [E-Mail Updated 18OCT2007 | E-Mail Updated 26SEP2006]

BRAUTIGAM, ADJ2 Clyde cdbrautigam@msn.com "...I served with VP-24 from July 1972 to October 1975. I joined squadron in NAS Keflavik, Iceland as E-3, left as ADJ-2 Power Plant Shop NAS Jacksonville, Florida..." [01AUG2007]

BRAUTIGAM, AT2 David P_DBrautigan@msn.com "...I served with Big Red (VP-19) from 1981 through 1985. Enjoyed the good times in NAS Adak, Alaska, NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan, NAS Misawa, Japan, and NSF Diego Garcia. Love to hear from the gang. Especially the Chili Makers in NAS Adak, Alaska and those from the Missawa train ride..." [E-Mail Updated 23JAN2002 | 31JAN2001]

BRAUTIGAM, ADJ2 Wayne "Bugs" wayneb@millect.com "...I served with VP-48 (1967-1970) in Power Plants and QC. A lot of you knew me as "Bugs" as I got this nick name fron Chief Uhl in Japan as he could not say my last name. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 16SEP2011 | E-Mail Updated 22JUN99 | 13JAN99]

BRAY, AMSC(AW) Dave Retired brayoviedo@cfl.rr.com "...I served with VP-16 (1971-1972) with a deployment to NAS Sigonella, Sicily. I left the service then but came back in 1977 til my retirement in 1994..." [07OCT2011]

BRAY, Ron Shipmate Pix... datapro@comcast.net "...Served with VP-26 NAS Brunswick, Maine from 1963 to 1967. I was an Aircraft Electrician. Flew on CAC 11, P2V-7s for about a year and 6 months. Had a lot of good times, in NAS Sigonella, Sicily, NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, NAS Keflavik, Iceland and other ports of call. Probably the best years of my life. Would enjoy hearing from other crew members or squadron members as well..." [BIO Updated 01MAY2007 | E-Mail Updated 25APR2007 | E-Mail Updated 19JUL2002 | E-Mail Updated 21APR99 | 16SEP97]

BRAYMER, CDR Theresa Retired tbraymer@aol.com "...An Aerospace Maintenance Duty Officer (AMDO), I was one of the "groundpounders" with VP-26 from January 1987 to January 1990. Again supported the P-3 community through PMA-290, Maritime Surveillance Aircraft Program Office, as a member of the P-3C Class desk at NAVAIRSYSOM from March 1994 to March 1996. Again supported PMA-290 as the P-3C Assistant Program Manager for Logistics (APML) 2000. Retired from the Navy in 2004, returned to Colorado, currently a consultant to defense contractors in program and proposal support..." [17AUG2006]

BREDTHAUER, Pat Morris pbredthauer@email.com "...VP-50 is still very much interwoven into my family history and that of my 4 children by Jack Morris (Mrs. Bredthauer is remarried widow of Jack Morris who was the TACCO aboard VP-50's Crew 13 boat that was lost at sea on 1/6/67 - See In Memorial for lost friends...January 6th, 1967). I keep in touch with Pauly and Stretch Varner, Johnnie Mae Bellinger (John's wife), Bruce Peck, Dick and Kathy Klabo, Bill Ferrill, Lyn Hudson, and spent a couple of days with Harlan and Mary Purdy in N.C. in April 1997. I have been in the Austin area since 1978. Where did the years go?..." [E-Mail Updated 11JAN2000 | 12DEC98]

BREEDING, AR1 Vernon c/o Ronnie W. Breeding rwbreeding@austin.utexas.edu "...My Dad, AR1 Vernon Breeding, served with VPB-118. Dad was a Radioman with Crew-4. We have spent many an hour talking about and discussing the event and deeds of VPB-118. Dad is doing fine, having a bit of leg problems but still sharp as a tack and talks with a lot of love and respect for VPB-118, the wonderful PB2Y and the great men of the squadron that flew and lived with it. Especially the "Miss You" BUNO: 59482..." [28JUL2011]

BREEDLOVE, PSC(AW) Marti little3saint@comcast.net "...I served with VP-92 from July 2003 to its Disestablishment in October 2007. It was truly my home away from home. The best dysfunctional family I have had the honor to serve with..." [02JUN2009]

BREEDLOVE, AEC Robert Retired dbobdi@bellsouth.net "...My first tour of duty was with VP-16 from 1970-1973 as an AEAN with deployments to NAS Bermuda, NS Rota, Spain, and NAS Sigonella, Sicily. I also had a tour fo duty with VP-56 from 1983-1986 as an AE1. I now am a retired AEC. Please contact me for Reunions, etc...." [04OCT2002]

BREESE, CDR Jack Retired jbreesewheaton@earthlink.net "...Retired 1989. jbreesewheaton@earthlink.net. Started at NAS Jacksonville, Florida in VP-16 with tours at VP-19 and two at VP-31. The last assignment was CNAP Evaluator with "the" best guys in the fleet. After retirement I was lucky enough to be hired by American Airlines and just rtired as a Captain on the Fokker F-100. Fellow subchasers contact me anytime and we'll get together for some golf. I still have travel privileges with the airline!..." [03MAY2005]

BREHANY, AZ2 Ralph rbrehany02@comcast.net> "...I served with VAQ-33 from June 1983 to February 1987. I worked for all Maintenence Chiefs in Maint Control during this time. Anyone remember the SR-71 making a surprise emergency stop at NAS Key West? Hope all my old Shipmates are well..." [18AUG2003]

BREITENSTEIN, AF1 Frank fvbreit@yahoo.com "...I was and aerial photographer with VP-47 (and also flew with RAF 209 Squadron (Sunderlands) that operated from the Corson and at Iwakuni). I joined the squadron in June 1949 at NAS North Island, San Diego, California as an AF3 and was with it until I left it at NAS Iwakuni, Japan, as an AF1, in May 1953 to be discharged. My plan was to attend college (BYU) for two years and come back in and apply for LDO. I got married instead but worked about the next 30 years as a scientist for the Navy, finally retiring at the Naval Ocean Systems Center, San Diego..." [E-Mail Updated 30NOV2003 | E-Mail Updated 24JUL2002 | 19JUL2000]

BREITHAUPT, Ron ronnbarb@epix.net "...Served with VP-26 from December 1952 to June 1956. I was Plane Captain of Easy Baker 10 before discharge. Ended up as an Electronic Instructor for thr Federal Government for 27 years. Retired in September 1988. Now live in beautiful Lancaster County, Pa..." [E-Mail Updated 02MAR2003 | 00XXX97]

BREMNER, Jim jamesbremner45@msn.com "...I served with VA(AW)-33 at NAS Pomona, NJ and moved with them to NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island. It later became VAW-33..." [07OCT2008]

BRENAN, Carey FBren80390@aol.com "...Served with VP-214..." [26DEC97]

BRENNAN, Kevin "Walter" 68cougar@comcast.net "...I served with VP-22 (1961-1964) with deployments to NAS Iwakuni, Japan..." [21JUN2016]

BRENNEN, Nora Strickland nora@ime.net "... was in VQ-1 Det Atsugi Japan from January 1988 until January 1990. I was an AE2..."

BRENNAN, NCCS(AW) Eugene "Skip" Retired brennan123@aol.com "...Assigned to VP-1 from 71 to 74 as AMH2. VP-91, COMRESPATWINGPAC, NARCEN NAS Moffett Field, California, PSD NAS Moffett Field, California, REDCOM 11 NAS Dallas, Texas..." [11FEB99]

BRENNAN, AOM1 Vincent F. BRENNANM@VAXA.ADMIN.USFCA.EDU "...I was stationed at NAS Norfolk, Virginia, East Field, April "43 to Sept "45, Squadron VD-2 (Photographic Squadron). Would be interested in any information on VD-2 or personnel who served at that time. Skipper was Mike Parrish..." [10JAN99]

BRENNEMAN, ABH3 Bob "Bobbie" bbrenneman@mtctrains.com "...I was attached to VP-56 from 1971-1973. I would like to hear from anyone during that period. I have lost touch with everyone. If any one can help me located David Paul Forcier, origannally from Winchendon,MA it would be greatly appreciated. I owe him my life, and would like the opportunity to tell him. Feel free to respond if you sevrved during this period..." [23JAN2001]

BRENNESSEL, Marv f14rep@earthlink.net "...Marv Brennessel served in VP-28 from Sept. 1948 thru early 1950 I made the 1949 NAS Agana, Guam deplayment. We left NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii in January and much to everyones sorrow returned to BARBER,s Point . My Brother George served ih her sister squadron in VPB-107 In Brazil and England during WW2 also flying PB4Y2's Marv Brennessel served in VW-1 from January 1960 thru December 62 and Typhoon Karen. Was there for the 70,000 hour accident free ceremonies. I would like to locate a Shipmate from that period ADCs Charles (Chuck) Frederichs. Will answer all email from Shipmates of both squadrons..." [BIO Updated 25APR99 | 18APR99]

BRENNOCK, CAPTAIN Daniel J. http://www.nsnpt.navy.mil/Code00/011/news_releases/2001/May/Naval%20Education%20and%20Training%20Center%20to%20Change%20Command%20.htm "...Captain Daniel J. Brennock, USN, will relieve Captain Patricia A. Drislane, USN, as the Commanding Officer of Naval Education and Training Center on Friday, June 1 at 1 p.m. in Captain Howard Kay Hall. Captain Brennock, a native of Cohasset, Mass., attended Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago. He entered the Navy through the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps program and was commissioned an ensign in May 1973. After designation as a Naval Aviator in June 1974, he reported to in NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Captain Brennock was then assigned to VP-30 where he served as an Instructor Pilot, Flight Engineer Division/Training Officer and Aircraft Division Officer. In 1981 he reported to VPU-1 in NAS Brunswick, Maine. Captain Brennock attended the Naval Command and Staff College at the Naval War College from August 1983 through June 1984. Returning to NAS Brunswick, Maine in November 1984, he reported to VP-10 and served as Assistant Operations Officer and Maintenance Officer while deployed to NAS Keflavik, Iceland. During his next deployment to NS Rota, Spain and NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal, Captain Brennock was the Officer in Charge of the Squadron's Azores detachment. In 1987, Captain Brennock served on the staff of CPW-5 as the Logistics/Maintenance Officer before reporting for his command tour with the "Skinny Dragons" of VP-4 at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii in 1988. Captain Brennock reported to the staff of the Chief of Naval Operations in 1990 as Branch Head for Antisubmarine Warfare Long Range Planning and Analysis and as the Joint Mission Area Analyst for Strategic Deterrence. Captain Brennock then returned to the Naval War College in Newport as the Deputy Dean for the Center for Naval Warfare Studies. In his capacity as Deputy Dean, he was Navy's course director for the Joint Flag Officer Warfighting Course. Captain Brennock most recently served as the Commanding Officer of the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps and Professor of Naval Science at College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Mass. In addition to his undergraduate degree in economics, Captain Brennock holds a Master of Arts degree in business from Central Michigan University and most recently earned a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic Studies from the College of Naval Warfare, Naval War College in 1994. Captain Brennock has earned three Meritorious Service Medals, two Navy Commendation Medals and various other unit and individual awards. Captain Drislane, a native of Albany, N.Y., will assume duties as the Commander, Western Sector Military Entrance Processing Command in Denver, Col. A 1975 graduate of the Officer Candidate School in Newport, Captain Drislane has served as the Commanding Officer of NETC since April 1999, when she was promoted from the Executive Officer position. She also served as the 24th Director of the Officer Candidate School in Newport from January 1992 to September 1993..." [27JUN2003]

BRENT, AMM1 Ralph O. [Deceased] c/o His Nephew Steve Brent stevebrent@mynra.com "...My uncle, RALPH O. BRENT served with VP-54 as an AMM1c. He was on a PBY-5A, BUNO: 04403 from Guadalcanal which was lost over enemy waters 15 May, 1943. His brother (my father) would like to find out anything he can about his brother and would like anyone who knew him to contact him through me..." [13FEB2002]

BREON, Wallace c/o His Grandson Shawn Breon JSWILDMAN@AOL.COM "...I would like to hear from anyone who knew my grandfather WALLACE BREON of VPB-208. Thanks...He was with OTU-4 July 1945 thru September. He was with VPB-99 October 1945. He was with VPB-100 November 1945 thru January 1946. He was with VPB-208. I would like to hear from anyone who flew with him. I would also like to know if there is a squadron patch for VPB-208. I would also like to thank Ken Maddock for his E-Mail. Thanks..." [BIO Updated 14JAN2000 | 01SEP99]

BRESCIANO, AMM3 Louis "Louie" (Deceased) C/O His Son Peter P. Bresciano, CMSgt USMC/USAF Retired Shipmate Pix ppbchief@yahoo.com "...After many years of putting it off, last week I decided to go through my Father's photo album covering his service in the Pacific during WWII. Didn't get past the first page as the Liberator and the Privateer through me for a loop. Had no trouble identifying a B-24, but when it took on only one vertical stabilizer, I didn't know what to think. I've been bouncing around the VPB websites till midnight every night since then. Have restored the first album and am waiting for my brother to send up the other. We did a job on these albums when we were kids. Must have looked at them a hundred times a week. My dad, Louis "Louie" Bresciano, Aviation Machinist's Mate, Third Class, probable joined VB-111 on its deployment to NAF Port Lyautey, Morocco. He was with VB-111 and VPB-111 throughout the rest of the war. His photos cover a lot of ground and best of all he has 18 PB4Y-1 crews standing by their aircraft and 3 PB4Y-2 crews standing by theirs. My dad had typed up the names of the crewmembers on small tabs of paper and so far, I've been able to match 7 crews with their aircraft. He aways use to tell us not to lose those pieces of paper, but never pasted them in with the pictures. Wish I had known about this Association a few years ago, because I sure would have taken him to a Reunion. Dad passed away in November, 1995. Dad's picture is in the log at the Navy Memorial..." [15NOV2003]

BRESNAN, AO Richard L. myeagleink@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-26 (1956-1960) at NAS Brunswick, Maine. I crewed as an Ordnanceman aboard crews 1 and 6. What a great ride. I wish I was 50 years younger so I could do it all over again..." [E-Mail Updated 29JAN2017 | 30JUN2010]

BRESSETTE, Randy RBressette@AOL.com "...I joined VP-65 at NAS Point Mugu, California as an TAR AWAA in October of 1972 and started my VP career in the SP-2H. My first ride in a Neptune was at NAS Willow Grove, Pennsylvania where, on a Saturday morning during my training process I went over to the VP unit for a "ride". Little did I know that during taxi the main AC Bus would blow up and catch on fire with me sitting in the Julie seat. Thank goodness for the FE who pulled me by the parachute straps out of the A/C and into a ditch! Two years later I was part of the aircrew who flew the SP-2H that sits in the Pensacola museum. I didn't stay a TAR, but remained a SELRES for 23 years earning AWCS during my tenure with VP-65. I closed out may career in North Island as a CWO3 with COMASWINGPAT..." [21APR98]

BRETTMANN, AK3 James jimbrett@centurylink.net "...I served with VP-31 (1967-1969)..." [11NOV2014]

BRETTON, Joe son2golf2@aol.com "...I served with VP-45 (1968 to 1976) and VP-22 (1980 to 1984). I live in Jackson, MS now and would like to hear from any of the gang from the good old days..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 25DEC2007 | 05MAY98]

BREUIL, CDR R. S. "Bubba" Bubba.Breuil@alza.com "...I served aboard VP-40 from Aug '85 through Feb '89, at which time I transferred to VP-31 as an FRS instructor pilot. I left VP-31, and active duty, in Sep '91 to attend the Stanford Graduate School of Business. After earning my MBA, I joined both civilian life and the Naval Reserve, serving aboard VP-91 until its disestablishment in Mar '99. NAS Moffett Field, California (or "Federal Airfield") has become a depressing ghost town, and I sorely miss all of my squadronmates, WESTPAC deployments, golfing at NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan, water-skiing at NAS Cubi Point, Philippines, the Star Ferry to Hong Kong Island, diving off NAS Agana, Guam, shopping in Osan, the hot baths in Misawa, nothing in NAS Adak, Alaska, and getting reamed for not saluting Air Force generals in unmarked cars..." [31MAR2000]

BREWBAKER, PN3 Jon rs381@verizon.net "...I served with VP-56 (06/1960-06/1961)..." [29MAY2012]

BREWER, Charles Griffin Shipmate PixJUDGE BREWER http://www.forest-blade.com/news/2005/0803/social/053.html "...Judge Brewer interviewed at library July 14, 2005 - World War II veteran Judge Charles Griffin Brewer was interviewed at the Franklin Memorial Library on Thursday, July 14. Judge Brewer was in the U. S. Navy and served aboard the USS Onslow (AVP-48) in the Pacific Theater. He attended Aviation Machinist Mate School and Aerial Gunners School, and received Combat Air Crew Training before his VP-27 squadron was formed at NAAS Harvey Point, North Carolina. His unit was then shipped to San Francisco where they ferried planes to Hawaii and took transport ships back. Their squadron was then designated a VPB (patrol bombing squadron), and they flew to MCAS/NAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, where they received advanced training and flew anti-submarine patrols. Their next assignment was NAS Tanapag Harbor, Saipan, Marianas Islands, where they lived aboard sea planes. The USAAF was using B29s to run bombing raids on Japan, and many of the planes were crashing in the vicinity of Saipan, Tinian and Japan as they tried to return from their long missions. His unit was responsible for finding these downed airmen and directing ships in the area to pick them up. They were then sent to Keramaretto, a group of islands west of Okinawa. From there they participated in the bombardment of Okinawa. At the same time, a large fleet of battleships was firing salvos on the island, and aircraft carriers were sending plane after plane over for air attacks. They also ran bombing missions up the coast of China, across the southern end of Korea, and over almost to Japan. The Navy suffered heavy losses during the war from Kamikaze attacks as the Kamikazes would come in about sundown each day and destroy ships in the Naval Fleet. After the bombing of Nagasaki, Judge Brewer and his squadron flew over the area at about 600 feet. He described the complete destruction of the city. These World War II veterans' interviews are videotaped and stored at the Franklin Memorial Library. They are available for public viewing. Members of the public wishing to view one of these interviews may do so if the facilities are available or they may call the library at 2377791 and reserve a time to view one of these videos. These interviews are done through the support of Franklin Memorial Library, the Emanuel County Historic Preservation Society, and the Governor David Emanuel Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Technical support is provided by Dr. Bob Brown and Michael Buxton..." [15AUG2005]

BREWER, AT2 Charles S. Jr. charlie_brewer@bellsouth.net "...I served with VQ-1 from 1969 to 1970 with deployments to NAS Atsugi, Japan and FASU/NSA DaNang, Republic of Vietnam. I currently live in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee..." [20AUG2009]

BREWER, ATC(AW/NAC) Gary brew@javanet.com "...I served in VQ-1 from 82-85 and again from 88-91. Currently at VPU-1 but plan to transfer to NTTC Corry Station in JUL 98. Interested in hearing from fellow VQ'rs..." [11MAY98]

BREWER, ADCS(AW) George george@corporatejetcenter.com "...VT-86 NAS Pensacola, Florida 1976-1980, (E-2 -E-5) started out as a TA-4J and T-39 Plane Captain. Went to the Powerplant shop around 1978. VP-26, NAS Brunswick, Maine 1980-1984, (E-5-E-6) Powerplant shop and Quality Assurance. Deployed to NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal, NAS Keflavik, Iceland, and NAS Bermuda along with a few dets to NS Roosevelt Roads, PR. This was the best duty station I had. RTC Great Lakes Il, 1984-1987 (E-6-CPO). Pushed 9 Recurit Companies and 7 ATD Classes. This was the worsted duty station I had. VP-17 NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii, 1987-1990, (CPO-SCPO) Started out running the powerplant shop then moved into Maintenance Control. Deployed to NAS Cubi Point, Philippinest and NAS Adak, Alaska. NAESU Det NAS Point Mugu, California 1990-1994, (SCPO) Assistant Officer in charge and then Officer in charge. What borning duty that was. VXE-6 NAS Point Mugu, California, Maintenance Control CPO. Two deployments to Christchurch NZ and one to Mc Mudro. What a great tour, NZ is a beautiful place and a person cannot even begin to what it is like on the "ice" you have to be there! I really don't miss the Navy, but I sure miss Navy people..." [29JAN2009]

BREWER, ATC Landon J.(Jack) Jr. Retired (Deceased) "...I was in VP-45 from May57 thru Dec58. Was 1st Radio on LN-7 (LT `Sky` King, PPC) from Aug57 thru Dec58. Any of you old hands remember the great big sharks mouth on our bow?? Definitly was not regulation! Anyway, I went on to serve with VW-11 NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada, VP-7 NAS Jacksonville, Florida, VAQ-134 NAS Whidbey Island, Washington I and 2 instructor tours at Naval Air Testical Twisting Center, Memphis. Retired Jan75. Sure like to hear from my old Shipmates..." [02FEB99]

BREWER, AE2 Larry G. "One Eye" brhrlarryg@aol.com "...I served with VP-50 (1966-1970) Crew-1. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [24DEC2010]

BREWSTER, CPO Brian Retired ezduzitinmaine@verizon.net "...I was a brand new AMSAA checking aboard VP-16 in July '64. I am Brian Brewster and we had P2's that kept dropping screws and fasteners every flight. We transitioned to P-3A's and did BDA a couple of times then on to the PI.I wound up in a Quonset hut in Okinawa for three months as check crew. I left 16 may 67 to go to NAS Brunswick, Maine then B school 72. Then I went to VP-24 NAS Patuxent River, Maryland to move to NAS Jacksonville, Florida again. Back to NAS Brunswick, Maine VP-26 73-75. NAS Keflavik, Iceland and NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal alot..next as a AMS1 went to NAF Washington, D.C. 76-79 Maintaining PFP for the Pentagon. Sea Duty Brand new CPO Attack Squadron 35 USS Nimitz ( they caught me ...) and Carl Vinson ...Two Med/Indian oceans back to back worked hard and played some.. Left haze grey for inst duty Millington.PD KING Where are you ? 82-85 Retired back to Brunswick.. Oh! Point worth mentioning became a friend of BILL W Oct 78..this helped me see parts of the world that I surely would of missed just like the first 13 years of my journey. I could list many people that helped me throughout my time but they know who they are and I say Thank you... I certainly appreciate you.. Civilian life was diff finally fell into a job with Lockheed spar cap work BORING. Worked as a contractor for power company and got into sales...So if you need a new Buick,Pontiac or GMC truck give me a ring.. Life is good...." [18NOV2004]

BREWSTER, James mcposailor@aol.com "...Shipmates - Great site, when NAS Moffett Field, California closed I thought I'd seen the last of many people. Served in VP-48 80-84, VP-31 84-87, VP-50 87-91 and VP-47 91-93. Retired in Sep 93. Love to hear from old friends from the Moffett Years..." [19FEB99]

BREWTON, Carl "...I served with VP-5 as a Plane Captain on Mad Fox 1. I would like to correspond with any squadronmates. My snail mail address is: 3405 Bayou Drive, Pensacola FL 32505..." [28NOV99]

BREYFOGLE, Delane "Brey" honeybrey@aol.com "...I was in VP-17 NAS Whidbey Island, Washington from June 1963 until I came home from deployment in Vietnam in Dec. of 1966. I was on the Crew 7 plane. Some names I remember are, B.Carter, Thompson, Schamp, O'Brien, Grams, and a few more. Would like to hear from anyone from that time. My wife, Honey worked in the Dispensary as a Gray Lady. I retired in December 1968 in Norfolk, Va. where I am still..." [13JAN2001]

BRIANT, PN Neil nbriant@comcast.net "...I served with VQ-1 (11/1973-11/1975) at NAS Agana, Guam. I was assigned to Administrative Division and later to Operations Division..." [13MAY2012]

BRICE, AE1(AW) R. Patrick rpbrice@woh.rr.com "...Started my Navy career in VP-48 after my FRAMP training in 1985. Loved it! I left VP-48 in 1988 to go to VP-31 as a FRAMP instructor. Left VP-31 in 1991 to go to PCU Gerorge Washington in Newport News, VA. Got out in 1995 as an AE1 (AW). Oh how I miss the P-3 orion! I would love to here from any of my old squadron mates from VP-48 or VP-31 or even Shipmates from GW..." [02JUL2005]

BRICKLER, Joe brickhaus43@aol.com "...I served in VP-24 from 10-64 thru 10-66 in NAS Norfolk, Virginia. I would like to hear from anyone who served with me at that time. I was unable to attend the decommissioning. Sad to find out the Bat Girl is permanently grounded, those beautiful wings clipped. Please contact me if you can..." [22FEB2002]

BRIDGE, ABH3 Richard bridgeboys3@msn.com "...I served with VP-24 (1972-1975) and would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [14NOV2015]

BRIDGENS, Steve "BO" sbridgens@hotmail.com "...I served with VP-48 from 1985 to 1988 as a IFT on Crew 11. Made the NAS Adak, Alaska and Philippine deployments. Then did three years at NAMTRAGRUDET 1012 NAS Moffett Field, California. Went civilian in 1991 and now live in San Diego..." [E-Mail Updated 22FEB2003 | 11DEC99]

BRIDGES, Franklin T. etbri@gate.net "...Our crew came together at NAS Chincoteague, Virginia. in 1944 as crew #19. We flew our B24 to England via Natal, Brazil, Ascention Island, French West Africa, to Dunkeswell, England. We were part of FAW-7, Liberator Air Group, VP-110. We Successfully completed 30 missions . After VE day, we headed for NAS Whidbey Island, Washington until we were disbanded. Got home for Christmas, 1945..." [14JUL99]

BRIDGES, James Larry larrybridges@mindspring.com "...Right after "A" school in Memphis and Aircrewman Training in Norfolk and Key West, I was assigned to VS-42 in NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island for the first half of 1962. When it decommissioned, I went down a couple of hangers to VS-39 and stayed until I mustered out in October 1963 (kiddie cruiser, you know). I was an AT and an aircrewman during the Cuban "quarantine". I recognize a couple of names from earlier comments and I'm sure that in a few days I will probably put faces to them! But, I'm also sure that after 40 years, theirs, like mine has changed..." [24JAN2001]

BRIDGEWATER, Mel horsey@netusa1.net "...I got out of aircraft school at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington, went to Sand Point Wash. Joined VP-871, back to NAS Alameda, California. Then we went to Japan and Korea, came back to NAS Alameda, California with the PB4Y-2's and we picked up P2V'S, we were changed to VP-19. I have been in contact with Whitey Barrett, T. P. Phillips, Jewel Short, Kenny Wilson. Bob Briney, Chief Willis Young, Wayne Jones, Robert H. Smith, Royce Shepherd, R, L. Jones. Would love to hear from anyone with the squadron from 1951 to 1954. I would like to locate W. A. McCall..." [21MAR2005]

BRIGANDI, YN3 Mike brig055@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-44 (1978-1980) at NAS Brunswick, Maine..." [03JUN2014]

BRIGANCE, AE1 Donald drbnc@aol.com "...I was an AEAN-AE3 from 1955 to 1957 and went on Van Team 40 aboard the USS Oriskany. I was an AE2 at NAAS Saufley Field, Pensacola, Florida from 1956 to 1959. I was an AE1 with VP-49 from 1959 to 1962. I only see one name I recognise. I know there are several more still around. I would like to hear from any former Shipmates..." [30MAR2004]

BRIGGS, Bryce bryceb@nctimes.net "...From 1948 thru 1952 served in VU-7a (later VU-3) LTA Santa Ana, VU-7B (later VU-5) NAS Agana, Guam (and detatchments in AFB Tachikawa & AFB Itazuki, Japan and VU-7 located at various times at NAS Miramar, ALF Ream, & NAS North Island, San Diego, California. Served the rest of my 22 years in VF & VA sqdns on CVAs. Have kept in touch with many VU Shipmates and would enjoy hearing from more..." [07SEP2001]

BRIGGS, AX3 Dale dalebriggsster@gmail.com "...I served with VP-1 from 1964 to 1966 Combat Aircrew Viet Nam..." [05NOV2006]

BRIGGS, AT3 David A. ltdabe@aol.com "...I served with VP-56 out of NAS Jacksonville, Florida from 1971 to 1972. I participated in deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland and NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal. I worked in the AMD Divsion as an AT-3. I worked on communications Radios for the P-3C's. I also had the opportunity to see Amsterdam, Holland and Stravanger, Norway. I haven't seen anyone from the time of my tour. I would like to hear from some former Shipmates..." [13JAN2007]

BRIGGS, Douglas E. dbriggs@avana.net "...Ahoy shipmates, I was AT3 Douglas E.Briggs in Project TRIM / VAH-21 from November of 67 through August of 68. Would love to hear from anyone. Looking forward to the reunion in 98..."

BRIGGS, Larry minavycdr00@yahoo.com "...I served with BTG-3 / VT-3 (1957-07/1960) at NAS Whiting Field, Milton, Florida..." [15SEP2014]

BRIGGS, Mike mvb_7@hotmail.com "...VP-22 from 1965-1967 & 1968-1970. Retired as a AWC in 1984. Flew for Chautauqua Airlines (US AIRWAYS EXPRESS) from 1984-1998, retired and live in Spring Hill, TN. (Home of the Saturn) Married with 3 children (21, 18, & 15)...I also served with VP-30 from 1970-1973..." [E-Mail Updated 15MAR2001 | 27APR99]

BRIGHT, Carter brightc@kendallhq.com "...VP-5 AK3 1990 through 1993. Currently, a Human Resources Manager for a healthcare products company in Greenwood, SC..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 25JUL99]

BRIGHTHAUPT, AMH1 Bob Retired r_brighthaupt@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-64 (Plank Owner). I would like to hear from former Shipmate..." [E-Mail Updated 26JUN2011 | 04SEP2000]

BRILL, AME1(AW) Harold HLBRILL@AOL.COM "...I was in VP-66 for 74 thu 78 then to VP-62 from 78 thu 82 retired from VAQ209 in 88 did not want to leave VPNAVY but old NEC did me in would like to here from old VP friends..." [02MAR2001]

BRILLANT, PH3 Henry W. ullshj@netscape.net "...I served with VP-24 from 1966 to 1969. I was with the squadron at NAS Norfolk, Virginia flying P2V's. We then went to NAS Patuxent River, Maryland for transition to the new P-3B's. When I left the Navy in 1969 the squadron was still at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland and still flying P-3B's. It was a good squadron and I have a lot of good memories. Thank you VP-24..." [29JAN2003]

BRILLHART, R. David "Butch" vabutch@worldnet.att.net "...I was stationed in VP-23 from 1953 thru 1955. My last year was with Crew 9..." [24JUN2001]

BRINDLE, DENNIS J. dennis_brindle@hotmail.com "...HELLO TO ALL MY FORMER Shipmates ON VP-69. I ENTERED THE USNR-R AT NAS Whidbey Island, Washington IN SEPT. 73 AS AN APG ADR-1, HAVING SERVED PREVIOUSLY IN THE RAF ON SHACKLETONS OF COASTAL COMMAND, QUALIFIED AS FCPC IN EARLY 74, AND RCVD MY WINGS FROM CDR HIGGENS THE THEN C.O. MY ONLY CLAIM TO FAME IN VP-69 WAS TO BE THE FCPC IN 08 WHEN WE DID AN UNSCHEDULED NOSE GEAR RETRACTION ON TAKEOFF, UNHAPPILY WE DID NOT HAVE ENOUGH SPEED TO FLY ROUND AND RE-CYCLE THE GEAR SO WE HAD THE EMBARRASSMENT OF SCRAPING DOWN THE RUNWAY IN FRONT OF EVERYONE. WOULD LIKE TO SAY HI, TO RICH SASSE, CMDR LUBASCH, ADR GILCHRIST, JACK PACKARD AND "GOLDFINGER." I MISS THOSE FRIDAY AFTERNOON COMMY HUNTS IN THE CLUB !!!!. ALTHOUGH I WENT ON TO SPEND 25 YEARS AS A SELRES, AND SERVED IN A LOT OF GOOD OUTFITS, VP-69 WAS ALWAYS MY #1 SQUADRON, AND I AM PROUD TO HAVE SPENT MY FIRST YEARS IN THE NAVY AT NAS Whidbey Island, Washington..." [16MAR99]

BRINDLEY, AX1(AW) James C. Retired jiz@bellatlantic.net "...Served with VP-30 (70-74) WC-210, AMD NAS Keflavik, Iceland (74-77), AMD NAS Patuxent River, Maryland (77-80), USS JFK (80-84) ASWM, and ASWM school Dam Neck, VA (84-89)..." [06SEP98]

BRINKLEY, AX2 Jere jerebrinks@hotmail.com Shipmate Pix Circa 1964 "...I served with VP-4 from 1963 to 1966. I flew with Crew 6 (P2V7 BUNO: 141236) as 1st Tech with a bunch of real characters and great troops all. We flew to NAF Naha, Okinawa, Japan, Namanoui to NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii and everywhere in between. I think we visited every rathole and port around. Hello VP-4!..." [E-Mail Updated 06SEP2008 | E-Mail Updated 02JAN2002 | 29DEC97]

BRINK, Jim Retired pbjaurco@aol.com "...I started P-3's when they were P-3V-1 with VP-9 in '64--'68, with two WestPac and one NAS Adak, Alaska deployments. Was with VP-16 from '71-'74 in Sunny Sig and Wet NAS Bermuda. I have fond memories with this aircarft, starting with 50 weeks of school in Burbank when the Navy finally signed the first contract for 16 aircraft. I worked for Lockheed in Marietta when the final P-3 came off the line for Korea, so I have really seen them grow. Would like to hear from other Old Timers, especially Skip Lutz, who was FE on one of the most unusual P-3's----that I think is still a classified project..." [17MAR98]

BRINK, John jbrink1@comcast.net "...I served with VP-10 from January 1963 to April 1967 flying P2's and P-3's. I ultimately retired from USN in 1986 and have been living in Jacksonville since 1978..." [04APR2009]

BRINK, Larry M lbrink@semcor.com "...I spent 21 years in the old USN as as AW. Ten years in P-3's (VP-17, NADC and VP-4 / VPU-2 ) and 11 in direct support (ASWOC / TSC) or training (FCTC LANT) at Dam Neck..."

BRINKLEY, AD1 John retired brinkleybea@earthlink.net "...I served with VP-60 SAR from 1972 to 1974, TAR from 1974 to 1978, VR-57 from 1978 to 1982, and VR-59 from 1982 to 1988..." [29MAR2003]

BRIONES, Ralph rbri@earthlink.net "...I was a AMS2 in VP-50 from 86 to 88, I would like to find some of my ex buddies John Diaz, Ronald (The Griff) Griffen, Doug Sawyer. The Brew Crew! Anyone with any info as well as any other Shipmates, drop me a line..." [28JUN99]

BRION, John johnbrion@sprintmail.com "...I served with VP-23 from 1965 to 1967. I worked in the Intel office with Tom Collins..." [24MAR2003]

BRISCOE, Bill wcbriscoe@aol.com "...I was transfered to VA(HM)-13 in March of 1959 and stationed at NAS Norfolk, Virginia now called Chambers Field. In July of that year the squadron was re-designated as VP-24. We flew P2V-5F's and split our squadron in aproximately April of that year into two units one going to NAS Keflavik, Iceland and one unit going to Malta for a six month tour. I left the squadron in February of 1961. I am looking for a VA(HM)-13 patch if anyone knows where I can find one please e mail me..." [14MAY2005]

BRISCOE, AE Doug dbriscoe@swbell.net"...I served with VP-46 from 1966 to 1970. I made the NAS Adak, Alaska deployment in 1968 and the NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam deployment in 1969-70. I would like to hear from any Shipmates..." [BIO Updated 25MAY2006 | BIO Updated 12DEC2002 | 00XX97]

BRISSETTE, AMS3 John johnsbrissette@yahoo.com "...I served with VAW-124 (1993-1997)..." [03FEB2014]

BRISSON, MR2 Gerald "Jerry" jbbris@hotmail.com "...I served with FASRON-111 from November 1957 to November 1959 in the Machine Shop in the main hanger. I arrived as a fireman and left as a MR2. I worked for Glen Lawson MR1..." [18JUN2008]

BRISTOL, AT2 Chad chadjbristol@home.com "...Was assigned to VP-50 from 89-91, as an in-flight electonics tech. Anyone interested in contacting me feel free!..." [01OCT2000]

BRITCLIFFE, Bill billbritcliffe@msn.com "...I served with VP-24 (1961-1965) as a Radio Operator..." [30JUL2013]

BRITT, CHRIS J. cbritt49@n-link.com "...Former AW3 EWO Chris Britt,I served with VP-49 from April 88-August 91, World Famous Woodpeckers. CAC 9, Bad to the Bone Crew Got out in '91,(A BIG MISTAKE) got into law enforcement as a police officer for about three years. Figured I could do better so I went to college and got a degree. I got a commission from the Army as a communications/information management officer. Love the military, but it's just not the same anymore. Would really like to hear from some old buddies, also I have tried for years to get information about the cruise book for the '90 deployment to NAS Bermuda and NAS Keflavik, Iceland. If anyone has an extra one or knows the publisher I would really appreciate it, I'm slowly but surely passing most of my Navy stuff down to my nine year old son, and this would complete his collection. Best of luck to you ex-fortyniners..." [27NOV99]

BRITT, PNCM(SW)(AW) Michael C. Retired duffytclown@gmail.com "...I served with VF-121 (1972-1975) at NAS Miramar, California, VP-19 (1975-1978) at NAS Moffett Field, California, Navy Recruiting District (1978-1981) at Peoria, IL, USS Gallery (FFG-26) (1981-1984) at Naval Station Mayport, FL, Enlisted Personnel Management Center (1984-1988) at NAS New Orleans, Louisiana, Navy Management Systems Support Office (NAVMASSO) (1988-1992) at Chesapeake, VA and VAW-121 (1992-1994) at NAS Norfolk, Virginia.." [03APR2023]

BRITT, CDR William "Bill" J. billbritt2@aol.com "...I served with VP-18 in 1968 on Crew 10 when squadron was disestablished. I would like to hear from anyone who remembers me..." [09AUG2003]

BRISSON, Gerald "Jerry" jbbris@hotmail.com "...I was in FASRON-11 from 11/57 until 11/59 in the Machine Shop. I started as a fireman and left as a 2nd class MR. In June of 2003 my wife and took a cruise ship to Bermuda..." [06JUL2005]

BRISTER, ATR3 Louis C. bristerl@BellSouth.net "...I was at AEWBarRonPac from 1961-1962 (about nine months). After having flown 492.8 hours in VW-1 (on Guam) I did not care to fly out of NAS Midway Island..." [29JUN2002]

BRISTOW, AE2 Howard C. howard_bristow@yahoo.com "...Served with VP-30 from 66-69, as AC/ AE-2. Ran the 'grave' shift electrical maint. shop last 18 months of tour. Finished last year with VC-10 (F8's) NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. I always look forward to hearing from old Shipmates and especially interested in any opportunity to get back on board a P-3 to show my son what it was all about..." [12JAN2006]

BRITTING, Bill opd9@megalink.net "...Former Flight Engineer AMH-1 served VP-10, VP-23, and VP-26. Retired 1993. Now a cop living in Oxford, Me. I figured that would be the only way anyone would ever use the word "officer", and my name in the same sentence. I've flown more than 7000 hours in the P-3 A, B, and C. Wouldn't have done it any different..." [16FEB99]

BRITTINGHAM, CAPTAIN Mike Retired captemb@gmail.com "...I served with VP-11 (1963-1966) with deployments to NAS Sigonella, Sicily, NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada and NAS Keflavik, Iceland, VP-49 (1970-1972) with deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland, Commander Fleet Air Wings - Atlantic (1972-1975), Commander Task Force Sixty-Seven (1975-1976) at NAF Naples, Italy and retired October 15th, 1985..." WebSite: http://www.aswpress.com/ [BIO Updated 13MAR2015 | E-Mail Updated 12MAR2015 | E-Mail Updated 14MAR2007 | 22SEP99]

BRITTLE, Scott scott_brittle@hotmail.com "...Hi Shipmates. I served in six VP units, VP-47 1981-1984, VP-31 1985-1987, VP-62 1987-1990, OINC of VP-68 1990-1992, Training Officer COMRESPATWINGPAC 1992-1994, CO/XO VP-91 1994-1996. Great to see so many VP Sailors on the WEB..."

BRITTON, Al albie36@proaxis.com "...I served with VP-17 / VA(HM)-10 from 1955 to 1958, VP-50 in NAS Iwakuni, Japan from 1959 to 1962, FAETUPAC NAS North Island, San Diego, California from 1962 to 1965, VP-47 from 1966 to 1970 at NAS Moffett Field, California and was the Commander Naval Air Force, US Pacific Fleet (COMNAVAIRPAC) Naval Aviation Training and Operating Procedures Standardization (NATOPS) Electronics Elaluator from 1970 to 1974..." [26JAN2007]

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BRLECIC, AMS3 Cathy cathyabrlecic@wi.rr.com "...I was attatched to VP-31 from 1982-1985. I was an AMS3. I spent many hours crawling through fuel tanks and I loved it. Would like to hear from anyone who was there at that time..." [30DEC2005]

BROADWELL, Bill broadwel@erols.com "...I served with VP-9 62-63, VP-4 63-65 & 75-77, VP-46 71-74 as well as tours with COMPATWINGSPAC, COMPATWING TWO, COMPATWING TEN..."

BROCH, AO Brad trycess222@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-24 when all my friends were on ships! I was was there from April 1980 to August 1983. I was an ordnanceman. I was proud of VP-24, as we were the best on the east coast. I miss it and I wish I were back. Thanks..." [E-Mail Updated 25APR2003 | 18JUL2002]

BROCK, IS3 Bernard thebrock@earthlink.net "...My rate when I left the Naval Reserves was IS3. I began my Naval career at NAS Selfridge in Michigan with VS-73 and was transferred with many other shipmates to VP-93. I didn't get to know many in VP-93 (my loss) before my discharge but I would love to hear from Milt Thomas or Vince Smith or any of the others that might remember me. Also I would love to hear from anyone that attended the Air Intelligence School at Lowery Air Force Base in Denver, CO..." [10JUL99]

BROCK, AMS2 Berry E. bbrock10@bellsouth.net "...I was an AMS3 in FASRON-9, NAS Cecil Field, Jacksonville, Florida from 1955 to 1957. I was in charge of the FASRON-9 Tire Shop and later worked as a Crew Chief doing modifications on Jet Fighters. I was transferred to HS-5, NAS Key West, Florida in 1957 and was honorably discharged as AMS2 in 1958..." [06JAN2007]

BROCK, PNC Darrell E. Retired roccobrocko@gmail.com "...I served with VR-24 (11/1954-10/1955) at NAF Port Lyautey, Morocco with a Detachment to NALCOELMREP and FASRON (SPECIAL) 200 (04/1957-04/1960) at Blackbushe Airport, Hants, England. I retired September 1973 and now living in Vero Beach, FL. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [BIO Updated 05MAY2015 | E-Mail Updated 10OCT2012 | E-Mail Updated 03APR2011 | BIO Updated 04MAR2010 | 15SEP2009]

BROCK, AVCM(AW) James H. Retired cmcbrock@pdq.net "...I spent 29 years in the Navy Active duty and 2 years 2 months reserve. My desire was VP from day one, but during VietNam that did not happen. Began as an AOAA VT-26, VA-44, VA-55 aboard CVA 19 USS Hancock, reserve break then AIMD NAS Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, VP-65, CNARF, CRPWL, AIMD NAS Dallas, Texas, VP-64 as CMC and finished where it all started at Naval Reserve Center Houston, TX as CMC. Retire October 1999. I'm now employed with PROS Revenue Management in Houston, TX. I miss the VP world, there is nothing like anywhere and no greater group of people to work with that the VPNavy..." [22OCT2000]

BROCK, AD3 Jeffery brockfamily6@hotmail.com "...I served with VAW-88 (1991-1994) at NAS Miramar, California..." [20JUN2016]

BROCK, Richard Hoyet c/o his son Russell H. Brock rbrockn@email.msn.com "...My father (Richard Hoyet Brock) was a FE in VP-49 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida. I still have a manual for the P-3..." [27JUN99]

BROCKMAN, Jeffrey Scott ambertow@hotmail.com "...Served VP-9 from 1977-1980 AMS(2)TAD AIMD about half the time. Made deployments and detachments starting with joining the squadron in NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan and ended tour in NAS Keflavik, Iceland..." [26NOV2000]

BROCKMAN, PT2 Jim jsbrock@peoplepc.com "...I served with VQ-2 from 1975-1977 as a PT2 (flew photo missions)..." [10APR2003]

BROCKWELL, AMH3 Carl F. cfbroc@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-31 from August 1969 to 1971. I served Flight Line and Aircrew Division. If you remember me please write..." [13OCT2008]

BROCKWELL, David dbrockwell1@cfl.rr.com "...I served with VQ-2 (1961-1963) and PC on the very first EA3B from NS Rota, Spain to Carrier Qual (man was I scared)..." [18NOV2016]

BRODERSEN, LCDR Henry H. https://naval-air.org/flightlog/moreinfo.asp?UID=599 "...LCDR Henry H. Brodersen, USN - NFL Number: 599 - Date of Birth: 5/29/1935 - Date In: 4/17/1957 - Date Out: 6/30/1978 - City, State: California, MD - School Attended: Univ of Maine - Aircraft Flown: T-28, SNJ-5, S-2/C-1, P2E, P-3A, P-3B, P-3C and P-3D - Ship or Unit: VP-8, FAW-6 and VXN-8 - Pilot Desg.: Naval Aviator - Theaters, Campaigns, etc.: Vietnam - Associations/Service Organizations: Nav Av Museum Fdn AOPA - Highest personal decoration or award: Air Medal - Significant Achievements: - 7,181 pilot hours. Served in or visited 36 countries in 21 years. In Memoriam? No..." [06DEC2005]

BRODEUR, AE3 Clement clembrodeur55@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-1 (1973-1976) at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [15DEC2019]

BROKER, Joe jbroker898@msn.com "...I joined in 67. Did a tour at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland and then went to NAS Sigonella, Sicily. Worked Jet Shop at NAS Cubi Point, Philippines 71-74. VP-6 75-78. NAS Moffett Field, California 78-82 (NAMTRAGRUDET 1012). Went to VP-50 82-86. VP-31 86-89. I got comissoned in VP-31 and went to VP-40 89-91. Had the sad job of helping to shut down NAS Cubi Point, Philippines in 92. I will have fond memories about that place forever. Went to VP-60 as the MMCO in 92. I retired as a CWO-3 Dec 93. A long time with a great bird and some great friends. Would sure be interested in hearing from some old Shipmates..." [03JUL99]

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BROGDON, AWC(AW/NAC) Retired rbrogdon@mindspring.com "...VP-49 (76-79); VP-1 (82-86); VP-44 (88-91); VP-23 (91-92); VX-1 (92-95). Mostly Non-Acoustic, P-3s: BMod SuperBEES, C Baseline; CMod, CUIII/IV. I could not ever speak of my career without attributing the credit to three very specific influences: AOCS Harold D. Connor (yeah, I know.. a bb stacker); AWC Don Perkins and AWCS Rod Pitts..." [ICQ# 8327021] [15JUL98]

BROMPS, LCDR Bob pmd@bendcable.com "...I joind VP-28 in early 1959 and left the squadron in June 1960 just after our return from deployment to NAS Iwakuni, Japan. I was an ATN3 and flew as second radio and JJ operator with crew 9. I finished my degree in Engineering and received my commission leaving the Navy as a LtCdr. Many very fond memories of VP-28..." [15APR2001]

BRONNEKANT, PR3 Roy sollyemfd@aol.com "...I served with VX-1 from March 1967 to March 1969. I was assigned to the parachute loft under PR1 Fergerson. I transferred to USS Constellation (CVA64) in March of 1969 at the rank of PR3..." [05JUN2002]

BROOKMAN, Ed BrookmanABFCS@aol.com "...It was great to see a few of my VP-30 Shipmates still around. I was in VP-30 from 87-90. I ran the line..." [24JUL2001]

BROOKS, Burt Burt_Brooks@jtif.webfld.navy.mil "...Did the VP-1 thing from 1983 to 1986. Flight Engineer training in VP-30. Retired AECS living at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland current a civil servant at the base..." [26AUG98]

BROOKS, Carl W. dances_in_diesel@yahoo.com "...I was in VT-24 76-77 but only 13 months was in the AME shop. Hope to see some of VT-24 at the Reunion..." [13FEB2009]

BROOKS, Fred c/o his daughter Cheryl Obos bncobos96@aol.com "...My father is Fred Brooks. He served in the Korean War from 1948-1952. He was in patrol squadron VP-28, stationed for6 months at NAS BARBER,s Point, Hawaii, and 6 months at NAS Agana, Guam per year, I believe..." [20FEB2000]

BROOKS, Harry F. BrooksHarry@msn.com "...I am trying to locate former members of VD-1 (Fleeet Air Photographic Squadron One). Organized at NAS North Island, San Diego, California, 1942 and transitted to Guadalcanal. I have prepared an oral history of the squadron with photos. A limited number of squadron members are meeeting every six months. If you were a member of this unit or you know of some one who was amember, please contact me. Harry F. Brooks AMM Crew 96..." [26DEC2000]

BROOKS, AT1 Jeff trident26@earthlink.net "...I served with VP-23 from September 1977 to July 1980 (AIMD) deployments to NS Rota, Spain and NAS Keflavik, Iceland, NAS Brunswick, Maine (AIMD) December 1980 to October 1983 and then to VP-26 from October 1983 to February 1986 (AIMD) deployments to NAS Bermuda and Okinawa..." [E-Mail Updated 21APR2005 | E-Mail Updated 23SEP2003 | E-Mail Updated 02NOV98]

BROOKS, AW1(AW/SW/NAC) Jesse M. Jr. Retired orangefan@bellsouth.net "...1980-1996, VP-5, VP-30, ASWOC NAS Keflavik, Iceland, USS George Washington (CVN-73), VP-30. Like to hear from all the guys..." [03OCT2006]

BROOKS, ATN3 Jim jab8144@aol.com "...I was an ATN3 with VAW-12 from 1963 - 1965 and was detached to the Enterprise (Med & World cruises), Saratoga and Forrestall for Med cruises (crossed decked from Saratoga to Forrestall). I have fond memories of those cruises and the many local watering holes patronoized by us. We flew Willy-Fudds and I can attest to the fact that you can tie down 53 cases of beer in the radome of the Fudd. I also believe that the E1B was the slowest single wing airplane ever built..." [08OCT2003]

BROOKS, AK John johnbrooks47@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-31 at NAS Moffett Field, California from 1967 to 1969. I am now living in Pottstown, PA. I have been married for 37 years. We have five Children. Three girls two boys ages 34 to 16..." [18AUG2009]

BROOKS, Kevin E. kevin.e.brooks2@navy.mil "...I was VP-48's Flight Surgeon from 1989 through our disestablishment in 1991. After that, I moved over to be the COMPATWINGSPAC surgeon until NAS Moffett Field, California closed and the wing moved to Hawaii. Since then, I've had a number of assignments, including Wing Surgeon for COMHELTACWINGLANT and COMAEWINGLANT, and Senior Medical Officer aboard both USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) & USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN-76). I'm currently located at the Naval Safety Center..." [13DEC2006]

BROOKS, Leldon Lane blaquerencia@aol.com "...I reported for duty with VAW-12 September 1957. We deployed aboard USS Essex at Mayport Florida November 1957 for Carrier Quals December 1957, USS Forestal for Carrier Quals January 1958, and Detactment 43 aboard the USS Saratoga Med Cruise. I was discharged March 1959..." [28DEC2003]

BROOKS, LT Louis H. Jr. c/o Charles R. Krivcher krivcherc@bellsouth.net "...Louis served with FAW-7 / PATSU-7 (01/1944-1945). He is 95 and would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [30JUN2015]

BROOKS, AW2 Michael W. brooks9721@msn.com "...I served with VP-9 (Crew 7) from 1977 to 1979 out of NAS Moffett Field, California. We made deployments to NAS Adak, Alaska and NAF Misawa, Japan. I trained as a Sensor 1-2 and then crosstrained as Sensor 3. Assistant NATOPS Eval for Sensor 3..." [31DEC2008]

BROOKS, ATCS(AC) Rayburn Retired RBKD5EBR@aol.com "...As an ATN3 I served in BARSRON 2 and AEWBarRonPac from 1959 and 60; then in VW-11 from 60 to 62 as first radio in Crew 5 as an AT2(A/C)..." [22APR99]

BROOKS, REAR ADMIRAL Richard E. http://www.chinfo.navy.mil/navpalib/people/flags/biographies/brooksre.html "...Rear Admiral Richard E. Brooks - United States Navy - Commander, Patrol and Reconnaissance Force, Atlantic. Rear Admiral Richard E. Brooks, a native of Portland, Oregon, graduated from the U. S. Naval Academy in June 1974 and was designated a Naval Aviator in September 1975. In addition, Rear Admiral Brooks is a graduate of the Naval Postgraduate School where he received a Masters Degree in Computer Information Systems Management, the Naval War College where he received a Masters Degree in National Security and Strategic Studies, and the Armed Forces Staff College. Operationally, Rear Admiral Brooks served in VP-1, VP-48, and CPW-10 and commanded VP-19 and CPW-5. Additionally, he served aboard USS Enterprise (CVN 65) as the Operations Admin Officer and Training Officer and earned designation as a Fleet Officer of the Deck and Surface Warfare Officer. Ashore, Rear Admiral Brooks served as an Instructor/ Standardization pilot and Student Control Officer in Training Squadron TWENTY-EIGHT. Major Staff duty tours include Aviation Programs Analyst, Programming Division (N80), Office of the Chief of Naval Operations and on the Joint Staff (J3) as Head, Programs, Budget, and Requirements Branch, Counter Narcotics Division. Additionally, Rear Admiral Brooks served as the Executive Assistant to Director, Air Warfare (N88), Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, and as a CNO Fellow on the CNO Strategic Studies Group where he selected for Flag Rank in December of 1998. In August 1999, he returned to the Chief of Naval Operations Staff where he served as Deputy Director and Fleet Liaison for Space, Information Warfare, Command and Control (N6B) until August 2000. In September 2000, he assumed his current position as Commander, Patrol and Reconnaissance Force Atlantic. Rear Admiral Brooks has been awarded the Legion of Merit (three), Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (two), Navy Commendation Medal (two), Navy Achievement Medal, and various other service awards..." [14JUN2003]

BROOKS, Robert L. Jr. houstonpi@gmail.com "...Hello, Red Lancers (VP-10). Well this is former AD3 Robert L. Brooks. Have fun in NAS Sigonella, Sicily. Keep all of the newby's out of the "Gut" In Cantania. Well if anyone would like to write the old line Rat from way back, you can at my e-mail address. I'm a Private Investigator in Houston now and loving it. Bye. P.S. What ups, Cat, Koop, McNulty, Perry, Drew P., and whoever else I forgot? Ciao or as they say in Texas, Bye Partners. I left VP-10 and the navy in March of 1998. I spent a majority of the time as a yellow shirt..." Personal Website: http://www.myspace.com/bigbubbanotrubba [E-Mail/BIO/WebSite Updated 02JUN2007 | E-Mail Updated 14JAN2001 | WebSite Updated 25MAY2000 | BIO Updated 17FEB99 | 07AUG98]

BROOKS, Roger pncs.r.brooks@gmail.com "...I served with VP-19 from 1970 and 1971. I picked her up at NAS Iwakuni, Japan after finishing an in country tour of VietNam and stayed with her at NAS Moffett Field, California until I was transfered to NATTC NAS Millington, Tennessee..." [17FEB2011]

BROOKS, Sidney P. diecastsid@aol.com "...I served with VP-18 from 1961 to 1965. I flew with Crew-10 as 2nd Mech during the Cuban Blockade. After that I flew with Crew-12 in 1963 while we were deployed to NAS Keflavik, Iceland. Would sure like to hear from any old Shipmates from that era..." [09MAR2006]

BROOKS, Stanley sfbrooks@aol.com "...I was in VP-18 from August 1957 to June 1959 and was a radioman on crew 10 in NAS Jacksonville, Florida and Rosy Roads. I would like to hear from any others who were stationed with me at that time..." [11AUG98]

BROOKS, AW2 Steven N. sandpalm77@comcast.net "...I served with VP-4 (1972-1976) with deployments to NAF Naha, Okinawa, Japan, NS Sangley Point, Philippines, U-Tapao Royal Thailand Air Force Base, Thailand, Iran, Taiwan, NAS Agana, Guam and NAS Adak, Alaska. I served with LT Hutchings, LCDR Higgins, LT Olsen, AO2 Anderson and AE1 "Tinker." We were involved with the Mayaguez Incident too. Some of our aircraft were shot at. Almost lost one in the P.I. The aircraft commander was a real hero, he saved many lives on that one. I think number 1 engine would not start due to hydraulic failure of the "feathering system." I think number 1 was autorotating at about 103% and bringing her down. After I left the Navy, I served as a DoD Federal firefighter for 25 years on several military bases, Hawaii, Houston, Texas, Fort Ord, CA., McClellan A.F.B., CA. and I retired from the fire service out of Vandenberg A.F.B. CA. (1977-2002). I now repair golf clubs at a local public course in Citrus Heights, CA. I would like to hear from former Shipmates...." [E-Mail Updated 01OCT2012 | BIO Updated 02AUG2009 | E-Mail/BIO Updated 11JUL2008 | 03JAN2000]

BROOKS, AE2 Terrill "Terry" W. tallsbrooks@csam.net "...VQ-1 1973-1975 / CREWS 35 & 36 / THEN VXE-6 INTO 1977. THEN I HAVE PURCUED MY CAREER IN ENGINEERING. WHAT A TRIP / I WOULD NOT TRADE THE VQ EXPERIENCE FOR ANYTHING. THE ONLY NAME I RECOGNIZED WAS WHEELER'S. WONDER IF HE STILL HAS MY SECURITY DEPOSIT? CAPT. CONNELL WAS SQUADRON COMMANDER AND CHIEF FULLER WAS OVER THE AE SHOP. HAS ANYONE HEARD FROM HIM OR HUFFMAN OR DUGAN OR MACRANIE OR BILL NORMAN? IF SO YOU KNOW HOW TO GET IN TOUCH!..." [27FEB99]

BROOM, ATN3 Tom "MOP" tbroom@netpath.net "...I served with VP-5 from 1958 thru July 1960. I was an ATNAN and ended up a ATN-3 in the reserves out of NAS Glenview, Illinois. Finally got on flight crew once in the reserves. I remember a lot of great times in NAS Jacksonville, Florida with the guys in VP-5. Scott Jeffers, Charles "Fink" Walden, Red Burgess, Ronnie Garren, Brian Kettlehake B.J. Hurst, and alot more. If I had it to do all over again I definately would have stayed in the Navy. The other remembrances were MAA Rolke and at NS Roosevelt Roads, PR I was with the gang that put the "STAY OFF THE GRASS" BY ORDER OF MAA ROLKE on the little island off the Enlisted beach. Still have oictures of some of our beach parties some of our Christmas beer party at the beach. Would love to hear from any of the Mad Foxes from those times..." [12APR2002]

BROOME, Roger E. (Deceased) c/o His Son Roger K. Broome Shipmate Pix Circa 1944 broomek52@msn.com "...Just found the history of NAF Dunkeswell, Devonshire, England. My deceased Father, Roger E. Broome, was an officer VB-114 (HEDRON-7) under LCDR James T. Moynahan. He was involved in the maintenence and repair of B24's worked on the ANVIL project. If anyone knew my Father, please contact me. My sister and I are writing a book about his life and his days with B24's. This has been a wonderful experience finding this web site. Thank yo..." [Pix Added 04JAN2004 | 10DEC2003]

BROOME, Todd broome@cisco.com "...I was an Aviation Electronics Technician in VP-9 fro 1978 through 1881..."

BROOMFIELD, MS(SW)2 Fredrick navyfreddie22@hotmail.com "...I served with VP-90 (1984-1988) at NAS Glenview, Illinois. I worked in the Galley and Barracks. NAS Glenview, Illinois was my first shore duty station and I loved it! I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [05JAN2011]

BROTHERSON, ARM3 Walter J. "Walt" brotherson1422@aol.com "...I served in VB/VPB-114 from 1943 until the end of the European war in 1945 in PB4Ys. The Pacific war was over while we were on our 30 day leave after returning from Europe. We flew antisubmarine flights out of North Africa, Gibralter, NAF Dunkeswell, Devonshire, England and the NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal. We were the only night- searchlight squadron. Our longest hop was 13+ hours. One of our crews just disappeared while training at night out of NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island. Evidence of that crash was found 50 years later by fishermen. Our crew crashed on takeoff from NAF Dunkeswell, Devonshire, England for a night mission on my 20th birthday on 7/5/44 on our 13th mission. No injuries but the plane was totaled. I don't suppose there many remaining from from our squadron but if so I would enjoy hearing. I was on Crew # 9 for the entire time. I was called " Walt" while in the navy. I was one of three radio & radar operators in our crew. We took turns while on long missions. 1 hour on radio, 1 hour on radar [George Gear] and 1 hour off. I left the Navy in Jan. of 1946..." [14FEB2009]

BROTTPM, AT2 Eric E. shmoodog@sover.net "...Radio Operator CAC 11 (Slightly Different!!) 89-91 in VP-92 with Cdr Jim Cunningham. NS Rota, Spain and a trip to NAS Bermuda during the Gulf war period. Had the best time of my military career with VP-92!!!. Hi to All!!..." [16NOV98]

BROUGHAM, LT Benedict A. olben@aol.com "...I was a Navcad at NAS Pensacola, Florida, class 31-55. Ended up at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington in VP-1 from August 57 to August 59. Was cursing the net and found this site. Very interesting. Looking for some old squadron buddies, Jerry Brockhouse and Roy Pomrenning. Four of us lived togather off base at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington. I'm still in touch with the fourth, Bob Jacobsen. If anybody sees this get in touch..." [29MAY2001]

BROUILLETTE, John Jr. c/o His Son Stewart Brouillette sbrou@embarqmail.com "...My dad, John Brouillette, Jr. served in the Navy from 1943 to 1963. He started as Recip Mechanic and worked his way up to Flight Engineer. Don't know much about his career. He served with VP-24 flying in the PB4Y-2's in 1940's chasing subs in Atlantic. He participated in Berlin airlift. Also flew in P2V's and EC-121's during his career. It would be great to find someone who knew him. E-mail me or call 254-699-9870..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 04DEC2007 | E-Mail Updated 06JUL2000 | E-Mail Updated 14SEP99 | 24SEP98]

BROUTHERS, Joe joebr@frontiernet.net "...I served with VU-5 from 1960 to 1962 in the AT Shop..." [13MAY2009]

BROVAN, Lyle L. lbrovan@tds.net "...Like to find the crew I was in back in 1970-1971. The name of the crew was Crew 23 (VP-45)..." [01NOV2000]

BROWELL, Joe H. jbpromos@rio.com "...I served with VP-772 at NAS Los Alamitos, California in the late 1960's. I flew as a MAD man in the nose and enjoyed the hops. We had a great crew. I got to fly the plane and some of the crew got a little sick! It was great experience..." [11FEB2010]

BROWER, Don casdon@earthlink.net "I was in VP 931 from Sept.1951 until March of 1953. I am interested in hearing from anyone who was in this squadron. I was the radar operator on Lt.Commander Jim Todd's crew, the best damn crew in the squadron. We were stationed at NAS Whidbey Island and had duty at NAS Kodiak in 1952 where our crew,along with others, flew patrols over Siberia." [E-Mail Updated 19FEB2001 | 00XXX97]

BROWER, AMS2 Pete pbrower910@aol.com "...I served with VP-42 (1959-1961) and crewed aboard LP-2..." [29MAR2013]

BROUWER, AD3 Peter F. peterfbrouwer@bellsouth.net "...Attended aviation school, NAS Norman, Oklahoma. Reported for duty at ZP1-, NAF Weeksville, North Carolina 1955-57. Really enjoyed my 2 year hitch with the airships. I am now Treasurer of the Naval Airship Association. I would enjoy hearing from fellow Shipmates from ZP1-. All active or retired military airship personnel, with or without Airship background, their family members plus anyone with an interest in LTA are welcome to join the Naval Airship Association. Visit our website: http://www.naval-airships.org/..." [03APR2007]

BROWN, ATAN Cindy Shipmate Pix (Now Cindy Tolle) kcranchaz@hotmail.com "...I served with VP-10 from 1978 to 1980..." [E-Mail/PIX Updated 14SEP2007 | Name Update 30MAY2001 | E-Mail Updated 21DEC2000]

BROWN, AT A. Dale Browndale343@aol.com "...I served on a flight crew with VP-49 stationed in NAS Bermuda as an AT (radar and ECM operator) from l952 to l954. During this period the squadron made the transition from PBM to P5M's. I certainly enjoyed the time I spent on this lovely island. We had some long boring patrol flights, but the P5M was a beautiful aircraft to fly on..." [30SEP2002]

BROWN, Bill fletchermo@verizon.net "...I served with VP-28 TACCO Crew-3) from August 1963 to January 1966 with trips to NAS Midway Island, Johnston Island, Canton Island, and NAS Agana, Guam. We had great deployments to NAS Iwakuni, Japan and NS Sangley Point, Philippines with side trips to NAS Misawa, Japan, NAF Naha, Okinawa, Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. I have may great memories of NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii, everyone in Crew-3, and the squadron. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 08DEC2009 | 17MAR2001]

BROWN, AE Bob savinrd@hotmail.com "...I served with VP-46 from 1967 until 1971 as an AE. I flew Radar and also as a second mech with Crew 12 (Edwards Idiots)..." [12NOV2002]

BROWN, AKC Bob Retired rbrown5831@ejourney.com "...I spent some time as an AK1 in VP-90 and VP-65 Material Control Supervisor. After I left VP-65 I transferred to RegNav to USS Independence CV-62 for the second time in my career and then to HC-8 where I made AKC. I retired in Oct 1987 and I have been truck driving ever since. Would like to hear from old Shipmates..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 27JAN2002 | 05MAR2001]

BROWN, Bob "Skinny" skinnybp3fe@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-90 (FE - Plank Owner). I flew the last P-3 to the bone yard and have a tape of this if any one wants a copy let me know..." [E-Mail Updated 17JAN2014 | E-Mail Updated 23JUN2011 | 26MAR98]

BROWN, Bonnie bonniebb@bellsouth.net "...I was stationed with the best from 84 to 89 (VAQ-33). I was AK3 at the time and served under MC Ballou. Hope to see everybody in Pensacola. Drop me a line..." [14JUN98]

BROWN, AEAN Brendon E. b_man71@hotmail.com "...Fresh meat for the Skinny Dragons (VP-4) would like any info on whereabouts and detatchment schedule. Just finishing AE schooling and can't wait to get out in the "Real Navy!"..." [21OCT98]

BROWN, Chris ironhill1@aol.com "...I've found many folks that I worked, ate, drank with this has brought many good memories. VP-5, CAC 4, 87-91 and VP-30 91-92..." [13MAR99]

BROWN, David ptdontherock@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-11 from Oct 72 thru April 75. Just wondering if there is any others out there that served during the same period. I was an ADJ and worked in AIMD for a while. After I got out I went to work for Lockheed building the aircraft..." [09DEC99]

BROWN, ATC Dennis E. Retired newgeezer@earthlink.net "...I was transferred into VW-2, stationed at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland on 01/06/58, as an AT1. Here I learned the basics as First Technician on board the VW-2 aircraft. We went on training flights to learn in flight repair, and did hangar maintenance to learn in depth repair of the on board AEW electronic equipment. After receiving my mandatory shots before deployment to the Mediterranean, I was transferred because of a more urgent need to NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada. I arrived there 02/05/58 assigned to VW-11. I was assigned to a crew headed by LCDR Box. I continued routine barrier patrols until my transfer 11/20/59. Upon arrival at NADU NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts, I worked as First Technician with an R&D crew on a WV-2 assigned there. We made a special trip to London, England to demonstrate new technology in May of 1961. NADU NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts was closed in October of 1961. The WV-2 and myself were re-assigned to NATC NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. I arrived in NATC NAS Patuxent River, Maryland on 10/27/61. I remained in NATC until 14 Nov 1962 where I worked with the WV-2 on a partial as needed basis. I left for AT(I)B school in November where I subsequently made ATC..." [04APR2002]

BROWN, ATC(AW) Dennis Retired Shipmate Pix cpousnr@msn.com "...I served with VP-31 (09/1969-09/1971) with many hours in P-3A-C..." [E-Mail Updated 20JUL2018 | 18FEB98]

BROWN, YN Donna Leger dbrown@schrumpf-law.com "...I served with VT-22 from January 1972 to October 1972. I was a Yeoman in the Administrative Office. My husband transferred to Lcreek, Va in October and followed. Did my 3 years then was Honorably discharged. Chief Oglesby are you out their? YN1 Finch were are you and any other guys in the Administrative Office. Would like to hear from you guys..." [E-Mail Updated 23MAY2003 | 08AUG2002]

BROWN, CDR Duane L. Retired Bzelbob@aol.com "...Completed PreFlt Nov '65. joined VP-45 Jan '67 remained thru Dec 69. All time spent in P-3A aircraft with deployments to NAS Bermuda Jul -Dec 67; NS Sangley Point, Philippines Dec '68 June '69. Was number two for departure behind the P-3A we left on NAS Adak, Alaska. Went on to VP-30 for NFO Instructor tour at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland, tours in ASWOC/TSC NAS Keflavik, Iceland and ASWOC/TSC NAS Jacksonville, Florida an Dept Head tour in Maint at VP-49 flying in P-3Cs. A really good plane. I was an aviator at heart. Got all my pilot certificates while still on active duty and since retirement have been employed as a Pilot Examiner by the FAA for the last 11 years. Conduct Private through ATP tests as well as a lot of different Rating exams in both single and multi eng aircraft.Look me up on the FAA WEB site PIlot Examiner listing if you need a pilot. Being a pilot is sure a lot easier than NFO work! Left the Navy with about 4500 NFO P-3 hours an since have 2000 Pilot hours in L-188s flying Cargo for the Military (Log Air) and now have conducted more than 2000 flight examinations, and have a Single Pilot Air Taxi Certificate, am cheif pilot for small FAR 141 flight school. Look forward to hearing from former Patron members..." [05OCT2001]

BROWN, Ed audned@earthlink.net "...Would love to hear from anyone from the Blue Sharks (VP-6) on the Red Coast era. Does anyone know the whereabouts of Jack Mesaris AD1 or Richard Meo or Bill Presler, pilot? I was also in VP-18 and VP-4..." [22OCT2002]

BROWN, Frank J. dresserfrank@bellsouth.net "...I served with FASRON-832 NAS Floyd Bennett Field, New York from 1952 to 1956. Then Station Keeper, AMD, NAS Floyd Bennett Field, New York, Hanger B, Beech/SNJ/HRS/HSS Line from 1956 to 1960. Looking for anyone in AMD at NAS Floyd Bennett Field, New York during that period. PO2 Cecil Davis, PO2 Don Decker, CPO Bill Cavanagh, PO3 Tony Bianco, PO1 Alphonse Curcio, PO2 Chas Vetter, PO1 "Sarge" Soengen (Metalsmith), and PO2 Dom Famiglietti (sp). I have found CPO Frank Groh, who unfortunately, has ALZ. I have also found Bob Varesi from the VP line. Let me know. Thanks..." [09JAN2004]

BROWN, AW2 Gary GatorBrain@aol.com squid@webtv.net "...VP-5 1988 through 1992...AW Instructor at VP-30 from 1992-1995...Selected for Enlisted Commissioning Program in 1995...Attended University of Florida until May 1997...Commissioned as Ensign (Line Officer) on 03May 1997...Attached to UFNROTC, Gainesville, FL. until November 1997...Will attend Naval Flight Officer training in November 1997..." [Updated 05JAN98]

BROWN, AX2 Garry M. brown.garry@bellsouth.net "...I served with VP-7 (1961-1965) and flew with Crew-2..." [06JAN2016]

BROWN, Glen gbrown@freewwweb.com "...I began my VP tour as a 2nd mech "AD3" with VP-44 in Feb. 1976 while they were in NAS Bermuda and trained in CAC-3 with "FE" AD1 Jim Snelgrove. After VP-30 & FE school in '78 I came back and eventually got the FE job with CAC-5. Was at VP-44 for the transition from the last P-3"A" to the first "Charlie Update II". It was great because we could do it the new computerized way or when that broke down we could do it the old way. Was on the Iceland deployment and the "West PAC" deployment before I was restationed at VX-1 NAS Patuxent River, Maryland from 1980 to 1983. Left the VP Navy in 1983 to do 1 tour with VA-66 "Cecil Field" on the Eisenhower, CVN-69 before I ended up with limited duty and finally a "Medical" Discharge in 1987. I've since been to college for a "music education" degree and am a substitute teacher in Florida and a church music director. Love this site and miss the VP's. Does anyone know what happened to "Deke" Buchanan?..." [E-Mail Updated 26FEB2000 | E-Mail Updated 13JAN99 | 17MAR98]

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BROWN, AW1 Greg Brown Retired gregbrown97@hotmail.com "...I served with VP-10, as a SS3 and SS1/2 from Nov 77 to May 83. Did a tour at NAS Memphis, Tennessee until '86. Went to do 'Hard deck' time on board USS Constellation until 1990. Ended up going to NS Rota, Spain (ASWOC/TSC) until I retired, Spring of '96. Would love to hear from other VP'ers, past or present. 'Oh what a long strange trip its been' Have a good one!..."

BROWN, AD3 Henry H. Jr. hhowardb@gmail.com "...I served with VP-19 at NAS Moffett Field, California (1977-1979) with deployments to NAS Adak, Alaska and NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail 28DEC2010 | 19MAR2000]

BROWN, Howard R. https://naval-air.org/flightlog/moreinfo.asp?UID=17 "...Howard R. Brown, USN - NFL Number: 17 - Date of Birth: 11/21/1922 - Date In: 8/1/1942 - Date Out: 6/1/1946 - City, State: Atlanta, GA - School Attended: Cathedral H.S., SD - Aircraft Flown: L-1011, DC-8-63, Boeing 727-225, L-188, PBM - Ship or Unit: VPB-27 - Pilot Desg.: NavAv, Flt. Capt. - Theaters, Campaigns, etc.: Pacific, Okinawa - Associations/Service Organizations: Assn of Nav Aviation - Mariner/Marlin Association - VPB-27 Reunion Group - Ret. Eastern Pilots - Highest personal decoration or award: Dist. Flying Cross - Significant Achievements: - 40 years and 30,000 hours flight time. Flew the DC-3 now in the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum. Air Transport Rating #455333. Boy Scouts. Civil Air Patrol. In Memoriam? No..." [30NOV2005]

BROWN, AEC James Retired jim@rlpco.com "...Good to see so many old names from the VP Navy. Was in the following squadrons: VP-11 Aug 1962-Nov 1963, VP-2 Oct 64-May 66, VP-46 71-73, VP-30 74-76, VP-19 76-79, MAD operator in the P2's and flight Engineer on the P-3. Retired June 1979 as AEC. Many good memories of deployments and Ready Alert. Anyone that remembers me please contact me and we'll swap old stories. Froggie. Anyone rember the barf bag salids?..." [04FEB2002]

BROWN, James jbconroe1@aol.com "...I served with VP-5 from 1997-1999. If anyone knows AO1 Pastollacos(DINO) tell him to email me..." [21SEP2001]

BROWN, James (Jim) E. jeb0@att.com "...I served with VP-5 from 1962 -1965 assigned to Crew 3 as first tech..." [06DEC2001]

BROWN, James T. jtb605@aol.com "...Hello to all you VPers! I'm JT Brown and I was in VP-9, VP-31, COMPATWINGSPAC, NAS BARBER,s Point, Hawaii flying as a flight engineer with over 6,240 flight hours. Now I have an AA degree in Cullanary Arts and will be opening a bake shop in Bellingham, Wa. Drop me a line if you remember me and we can chat about old times. See-ya!...I served in VC-3 from 1976 to 1979 as a ADJ3-2. This was the greatest Squadron for hands on experience I ever saw. As a mech, we did receive the T-56's in a can, the reduction gear in another and the torque shaft in a third. The "qec" was removed from the wing of our DC-130A aircraft (they all have a interesting story of there own!) and removed the engine from the nacell. A task that took several days to perform. Our test cell was the wing usually a cold night at high power on the line at NAS North Island, San Diego, California! We also maintained the BQM drone engines, like jet go-karts. Lots of fun and TONS of expirenance that has not and will not be repeated in the Navy forever. My tour in VC-3 (the Drone Rangers) laid the foundation for me to hone and polish my mechinacinal skills. This helped me later in my career as I went on to be a P-3C Instructor Flight Engineer. Thanks for the form and keep pluging away..." [BIO Updated 16DEC98 | 07OCT98]

BROWN, James W. iowacrowncrafts@yahoo.com "...Looking for other shipmates of VP-5 year 1963-1966. Served with Deason in NAS Sigonella, Sicily as a mess cook? Friends of Jim Brown, Bill MaGackin and Sarge (Wayne Sargent). Any info would be appreciated..." [09SEP2007]

BROWN, John C. granpajony@aol.com "...I was in VP-2 from November 1955 thru June 1957. I was in Crew 4 as an AT. The pilot was our operations officer CDR Hovey Dennis Smith. We had an exchange co-pilot from the AF Capt. Walker. Our plane was a P2V-7, SB 4 # 140980. Great duty!!! We deployed to NAS Kodiak, Alaska around October 1956 returning May 1957. That was real exciting flying in all kinds of weather. I can't remember all the other crew members at the moment. But two other ATs in the crew were Bob Smith and Babbage. Other guys I hung around with were Gerald Earley, Jim Welch, Jackson, Tom Tate, Bruce Walker, Harold Estepand a Baker. It was a wonderful time in my life..." [14SEP2000]

BROWN, AO2 Joseph funnyfire7@gmail.com "...I served with VP-66 and VP-68 as a Aircrew and NATOPS Instructor..." [27FEB2012]

BROWN, AW2 John W. jbrown1260@comcast.net "...I was an AW2 with VP-47 form August 1992 to March 1994..." [E-Mail Updated 15AUG2002 | 14JAN99]

BROWN, John (Jack) W. Shipmate Pix Circa 1954 tazinc@gci.net "...I was with VP-772 flying out of Sand Point, Seattle, WA in 1952. The squadron was activated and became VP-17. We were flying PB4Y-2's at the time and were sent to NAS Iwakuni, Japan in December of 1952. We flew anti-sub patrol for Task Force 77. When we returned to the States we were stationed at Ault Field on Whidbey Is., WA. At that time we were issued P2V-5's for training and later P2V-6's. The squadron returned to NAS Iwakuni, Japan in 1954 and back to NAS Whidbey Island, Washington in early 1955. I was an AM-2 and served in flight Crew 12. I would like to make contact with anyone that served with VP-17 1952-1955. I am especially looking for Sherman Carroll, Missouri, and Bobby Moore, Up State NY..." [12JAN2001]

BROWN, AT1(AW) Johnny P kc5wau@yahoo.com Shipmate Pix "...VP-30 January 1988 - June 1990. VP-8 June 1990 - October 1996. NRLFSD October 1996 - November 1999. VP-8November 1999..." WebSite: http://www.qsl.net/kc5wau [BIO Updated 20NOV99 | 11APR99]

BROWN, Kenneth ksoakor@mcsi.net "...Squadron VW-3, July 57 - Dec 58...Stationed Agana. Flew readiman position on WV3...Crew 9. Interested in hearing from my Shipmates and squadron members..." [16SEP2000]

BROWN, AW2 Kevin Tracy ktbrown47@gmail.com "...I served with VP-40 flying with Crew-1 as AW Sensor 3 Operator with deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland and NAS Adak, Alaska. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [08JAN2015]

BROWN, Larry larry.brown@mailexcite.com "...VP-19 NAS Alameda, California. From Larry Brown AT-2 served in VP-19 from August 1959 to September 1962. My post Navy history was 5 years as a technecian at Wilcox Electric in Kansas City and 28 plus years as one of their pilots. I retired as Director of Flight Operations in 1996 after 11000 plus hours of flying. In 1986 I founded a group called Save A Connie in KC, MO. We restore the piston powered airliners. Drop me a note..." [03OCT99]

BROWN, Larry lwbrown@ev1.net "...I was in VP-26 from 1985-1989 and a good time it was. Just thought I would say hi..." [E-Mail Updated 24JUN2000 | 24AUG98]

BROWN, Lehman P. brownsfarm@gmail.com "...I served with VP-47 (1956-1960) NAS Alameda, California with deployments to NAS Iwakuni, Japan and flew with Crew-11. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 04JUL2013 | E-Mail Updated 09APR2006 | E-Mail Updated 31JUL2005 | E-Mail Updated 04MAY2001 | 05MAR2000]

BROWN, Lenny Len_Brown@prodigy.net "...I was in VW-11 from Feb 62 until Jan 64. Ended up flying Radar and ECM on Capt. Coonans crew. Does anyone know of a model of our Connie for Microsoft Flight Simulator?..." [30DEC98]

BROWN, AT1 Lewis C. (Radio Hog) lewbeth@pineland.net "...I served with VP-60 for six years. Mike Walsh and I still hold the VP-60 flag we bought during the Disestablishment of our beloved squadron. Sure miss all my friends I left behind. Please drop me a line - I would greatly enjoy keeping in touch with you..." [E-Mail Updated 22AUG2004 | E-Mail Updated 08AUG2002 | 10NOV98]

BROWN, Maurice L. stcroixvid@roadrunner.com "...I reported to VAW-112 when it was Established on April 20, 1967 aboard the USS Enterprise (CVN-65) off the coast of North Vietnam. I would like to find out if there ever was a photograph of our establishment that day. I would love to have a copy. I was 20 years old and have always treasured my time in VAW-112 even though it was almost 44 years ago. My number plate on my car is CVN-65 and my SUV is VAW-112..." [08JAN2011]

BROWN, AD1 Mike Retired mikieb@hctc.com "...I was stationed in VP-9 from 83-86. From there went to OMD NAS Bermuda from 86-90. Then off to VXN-8 NAS Patuxent River, Maryland from 90-93. Then to VAW-121 at NAS Norfolk, Virginia. I retired from there Jan. 1 95. I'am now living in Matlock Wa. If you remember me, drop me a line..." [10NOV98]

BROWN, LCDR Milton H. Deceased - Grandson, Ed Manning Requesting Information ullr@cris.com "...I'm looking for information on my grandfather's PBY squadron VP-54 the Black Cats or Black Cat command. My grangfather Lt.Cmdr. Milton H. Brown flew for this unit. My grandfather has passsed since away. I am now 18, and any stories he may have told me I don't remember because I was to young. If you have any info on the Black Cats or VP-54 I would be greatly interested in receiving it..." [01JUL98]

BROWN, AOC Richard E. Retired RBP3ORION@aol.com "...Served in VP-30 '63 to '65, VP-56 in '53 to '56, and VP-8 in '58-'63. Would like to hear from anyone in these squadrons who remembers me at that time. Best wishes Shipmates..." [27FEB2000]

BROWN, Robert L. "Brownie" rlb@seanet.com "...I served with VP-1 Crew 5 from 1963 through 1966..." [29MAY2000]

BROWN, Ron ronebrown@hughes.net "...I served with VP-47 (1967-1970) with 3 WestPac deployments. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [02DEC2012]

BROWN, Roz rozzie@rozbrown.com "...I'm looking for my Shipmates and flight crew which served with me in 1961-62 in recalled squadron VP-872 stationed at NAS Alameda, California, NAS BARBER,s Point, Hawaii, and Christmas Island. I flew Radioman on several flight crews. I flew radioman as an AT-2 in VW-13 and VW-15 from 1956 to 1959. I was at both NAS Patuxent River, Maryland and NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada as were most of us. We seem to be forgotten in all the discussions of the cold war and the part we all played during those years. Lets have a Reunion somewhere..." WebSite: http://www.rozbrown.com/ [E-Mail/WebSite Updated 12OCT99 | 25FEB98]

BROWN, Richard vanman155@yahoo.com "...I flew on LQ-4 (crew-4) with Barney, Tom, Mack, chief Jake, lt Bondi, CDR Stetz, LT Snick, Chief Coonrod, and others in VP-56 from 1967 to 1968. Paul Crockett was my AO shop chief. It was so nice to see some of their comments and know that they are still around. In 1968 I cross-decked to VP-49 and saw duty at NS Sangley Point, Philippines and Utapao, Thai. In 1972 I rejoined the Navy and saw duty with the Mighty "O" Oriskany of the coast of Vietnam. Would like to attend a Reunion with VP-56 next year..." [E-Mail Updated 14SEp2003 | 30OCT2002]

BROWN, AO Richard vanman303@yahoo.com "...I flew with Crew 4 1967 and 1968 then cross decked to VP-49. Did the SERE (Survival Evasion Resistance and Escape) school thing at Warner Springs, Ca. then on to Utapao, Thailand. Is anyone having problems with claustro-phobia from those perverbial black boxes in SERE school? Looking foreward to attending a Reunion soon..." [01OCT2002]

BROWN, Richard E. brownri1122@knology.net "...Was stationed at NAS South Weymouth, Massachusetts from 1956-1959. Rating was Air man worked on the F4D Sky Ray. Also worked on Blimps/air ships (ZPG-4 and 5's). Was there when the Snow Bird broke the world record for staying in flight for 14 days and 13 nights. Also worked in the Metal shop. Got out and joined the army in 1963 and retired as 1SG (E-8) in 1980..." [29JAN2009]

BROWN, AMH3 Rodger rbrown011@charter.net "...I served with VP-50 from 1967 to 1968 at NAS Moffett Field, California with deployments to NS Sangley Point, Philippines and NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [03MAR2011]

BROWN, LT(jg) Ron joelbrown78@att.com "...I served with VP-56 (1967-1969) as AIO. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 19FEB2012 | 21JUL2010]

BROWN, AZ3 Sam sammb1370@gmail.com "...I served with VP-31 in early 1990's. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [08MAY2011]

BROWN, Scott MacKenzie smbrown@fixitnow.com "...I was trained as an avionics technician (AT) and repaired the APN-187 Doppler navigational radar while assigned to anti-submarine patrol squadron VP-46, the Grey Knights, stationed in Moffet Field, California. My squadron made deployments to Misawa, Japan and Keflavik, Iceland..." WEBSITE: http://www.fixitnow.com/dossier.htm#_top

BROWN, Steve (Brownie) uhsplit@aol.com "...Hello to all VP'rs. I served with VP-56 from from 1975 to 1977. I was SS2 on "Travelin' Air Crew 4", later to become SS1 on Crew 8. I had a ball with you guys even though I got the short shaft towards the end. 3 great missions to remember, saving 19 Norwegian "souls" on a SAR in the far North Atlantic on Christmas Eve, a Yan Maen mail run in terrible weather, and my crew got the first ever "signature" of a Soviet diesel-electric running on batteries. An exciting post flight brief that one was!..." [18JAN2004]

BROWN, LT Steve asb0075@fuse.net "...I served with VP-5 (1978-1981) as a Maintenance Officer (AMDO). I began as the Material Control Officer and then moved to Electronics Branch Officer. My final position in the squadron was Production Control Officer. I had collateral duties as Paymaster/Mess Officer and Weapons Loading Officer. I transferred to HS-1 at the end of 1981..." [02DEC2013]

BROWN, Terry hdfat@aol.com "...I served with VP-8 from 94-97 as an AIMD AE2 insterment tec. Im looking for AE3 James Elliott. Any help would be greatfull..." [20DEC2000]

BROWN, AMCS(AW/AC) Thomas L. "Tom" tomstoybass@aol.com "...I served with VT-29 from January 1970 to May 1974. I earned my Aircrew wings on the T-29 and the C-117. At the time I was an AMH 3/2 and worked for Chief Trainer in the airframe shop. Commander Mills was my last Co before I transferred. The VT and VP squadrons were not my cup of tea once I had my first ride in a Helicopter. After leaving VT-29 in 1974 I spend the next 18 years in the Helicopter community retiring in 1992 in Reno, Nevada where I've been a school teacher for the last 15 years..." [16OCT2008]

BROWN, AXCS Todd Retired gslts@netscape.net "...I was the first Update I data handler for VP19 in 1974 and picked up all the squadron aircraft from Burbank. I manages to qualify as an Inflight Tech through OJT and as far as I know I was the only IFT that never went to school. I then when to NATC PAX River and the R&M secrion of the Force Warfare Directorate from 79 to 81. From there to VP-26 in Brunswick ME. I retired in 1989 on the USS Constitution as an AXCS..." [Updated E-Mail 28OCT98]

BROWN, AWC Vernal Retired vernalbrn@aol.com "...I served with VP-16 (11/1964-08/1964) as a ATN3 Radioman on Crew-4, VP-62 and VP-60..." [09NOV2011]

BROWN, Walter J. walt7777@comcast.net "...I served aboard NADC (Warminister) Johnsville, Pennsylvania (1971)..." [24FEB2014]

BROWN, AMS3 William C. william.brown29@verizon.net "...I served with VP-8 NAS Brunswick, Maine. I served with John Hodges, Chief McMillian and Smitty..." [01JUN2015]

BROWN, AN William R. WRB39Thunderfoot@aol.com "...I served with FASRON-111 from March 1959 till they decommisioned. Served with N.O.B. till April 1961. Was in motor pool fueling aircraft. Would Like to hear from any other Shipmates that remember me..." [18MAY2002]

BROWNE, Davenport III (Terry) browne3@fidalgo.net "...I was with VO-67 for its entire life..." [09NOV98]

BROWNELL, AZ1 (AW) David d_brownell@yahoo.com "...I am looking for anyone who served in VP-17 from 77-79 and made the NAS Cubi Point, Philippines deployment..." [12NOV98]

BROWNELL, George aztecrocks@comcast.net "...I served with FASRON-120 in NAS Iwakuni, Japan as an ADP3 from 1956 through 1957. I also served at NAS Lakehurst from 1957 through 1958. I flew on the last flight of ZPM2 as 2nd Mechanic and was a member of the mule skinners ground handling crew for Airship Expermental Command. Anybody else there?..." [E-Mail Updated 07DEC2004 | E-Mail Updated 23NOV2000 | 13NOV99]

BROWNING, HM3 Bill Browning wbrowning@win.net "...I was in VP-9 from 78-81. My tours included NAS Misawa, Japan and NAS Keflavik, Iceland and I would enjoy hearing from any of the guys I was station with just to see what they are doing these days..." [23FEB2000]

BROWNING, ADCS Limmie William (Bill) Retired lim@prodigy.net "...I joined the Navy November 6, 1965; Bootcamp at San Diego, Cal.; 4 1/2 years at NAS North Island, San Diego, California (VFAW-3, VU-3, and a student in VP-31); moved to NAS Moffett Field, California in 1965 and finished training in VP-31 Det. "A" before reporting to VP-9. I spent the next 17 1/2 years at NAS Moffett Field, California, in VP-9, VP-19, and VP-31 as an instructor F/E. I retired in 1983 and still miss the sounds of the P-3's taking off..." [07JAN2001]

BROWNING, STEVE gunsmith11@yahoo.com "...I was stationed with VP-48 from 1062 to 1963. I then transferred to VP-49 1963 during aircraft transition from the P5M to P-3. I went TAD to BDA for a year and a half. I transferred to NAS Memphis, Tennessee for shore duty and was discharged August 1968 at the rank of AMH2..." [23MAY99]

BROWNING, Thomas crazycat1971@yahoo.com "...Hey eveyone. I'm looking for any of the guys who were at NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam with me during 1970 to 1971 (Crazy Cat's/1st Radio Research Company). It was a great bunch of guys and a great time going to the Philipines..." [24FEB2004]

BROWNLEE, Curtis W. "Chink" curbrow@charter.net "...I served with Guided Missile Service Squadron GMSRON-2 and (squadron redesignated) VU-8 (1960-1962). I now reside in Mt. Carmel, TN. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 09JAN2011 | 20DEC2006]

BROWNLEE, ENSIGN M F c/o His Son Jim Brownlee rkymtnnews@aol.com "...Looking for any information about my Dad (died with his aircraft and crew on 22 JUN 45). He served with VP-197 and VP-117..." [27APR2000]

BROWNRIGG, Chuck Retired ckb1@starpower.net "...PATRON (VP)30 66-69 and 71-75, NS Roosevelt Roads, PR 62-64, Nav Basic Sub School 64, USS Independence (CVA-62) COD Crew (WestPac) 64-66, VAW-126 Aircrew (USS Forestall CVA59) 69-71, VA-176 A-6 Intruders (USS America CVA 66) 75-78, Strike Aircraft Test Directorate Pax River 78-81, and Ordnance Systems Division, now Air Vehicle Stores Compatibility Division, P-3 aircraft engineering and ordnance compatibility, NAS Patuxent River, Maryland, 81 to present..." [13JUL2001]

BROXSON, CWO4 Joe Retired Cwojoe@aol.com "...Served with VP-45 from 68-70 as AT/AW then went to FAETULANT det Jax. Back to VP-45 in 71 after FAETULANT decommissioned. Left VP-45 in 77 as AW! to CPW-5 in NAS Brunswick, Maine to set up the EW program for the P-3C. Made Chief in 79 and commissioned to CWO-2 in 81. Did my token sea tour on the USS Forrestal from 81-83 then to CPW-11. After CPW-11 (83-86) went to ASWOC Bermuda (87-90) and was there during the big Spring-X's and the sinking of the "bad guy" east of Bermuda. After Bermuda, went back to ASWOC NAS Jacksonville, Florida (90-91) and then took a TAD assignment to ASU NSA Bahrain (airport manager-92). Rather than recieving orders for two years decided it was time to hang it up. As you get older, those 12 hour watches become quite an undertaking. Retired in Oct. 93 as CWO-4 and never looked back. Had a great time and career. Met some super people and wouldn't trade my 28 years for anything. Currently have a son going through "JO" school and hope and pray he enjoys it as much as I did. Can't look back, working in Real Estate with my wife here in Jax and plan on being here for a while. Look forward to hearing from some of the VP'ers I worked with..." [17NOV99]

BROYE, AE/AW-3 Richard rbroye@gmail.com "...I served with VP-17 (1967-1970) while we transitioned from the P2 (1967-1968) to the P-3 (1968-1970). I live in Tampa, Florida with my wife of 43 years. I am semi-retired with a management company for rentals & leases..." [08JUN2016]

BRUCE, Bob bobbruce@comcast.net "...I served with VP-56 from 1972 through 1975 and VP-45 from 1975 through 1978..." [E-Mail Updated 06OCT2003 | E-Mail Updated 14OCT2002 | 18JUL2000]

BRUCE, Henry C. hbruce1@nc.rr.com "...I served with FASRON-104 from January 1957 to July 1958. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [22OCT2009]

BRUCE, ADJ2 James E. Jr. oshapro@aol.com "...I served aboard NAS Key West, Florida (1968-1971) supporting the SH3's, P-3's and S2F's. I worked with PO1 Mech Green and ADJ Edwin Smith. Played in a R&R Band with YN1 George Baer, Walley Shiff and Bill McGlaufle..." [19MAY2017]

BRUCE, Robert "Juicy" bobbruce17@msn.com "...I served with VP-24 from 1966 to 1969 with deployments to NS Rota, Spain, NAS Keflavik, Iceland, NS Roosevelt Roads, PR and NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal. Got my nick name - Juicy - from a radio DJ on the ASR in Rota. Naturally in stuck. Married 5 kids and 21 grandkids, retired after 37 years with Cargill. Would enjoy hearing from former Shipmates..." [12NOV2009]

BRUCE, Tim TBruce@harris.com "...I was at VQ-2 from 1989 to 1995, far too long..."

BRUECK, Jack Bruclan@worldnet.att.net "...I was in reserve squadron VP-724 NAS Glenview, Illinois from 1962-70. I had a great time, a lot of laughs with a great bunch of guys. Fortunately I've been able to stay in touch with several of my fellow crewmembers and our chief. My only regret over the years was that I didn't go regular navy and fullfill a dream of an assignment on a carrier. Naval pride never dies. Hope to other Squadron comments and find out what everybody is doing..." [30JAN99]

BRUMLEY, AMS3 Isaac ibrumley@msn.com "...I served with VT-23 (01/1973-12/1976)..." [31AUG2014]

BRUNDAGE, LCDR/AMHC Joe joeslonghorns@earthlink.net "...I served with VP-67 1972-74 P2V F/E (FCPC), VP-68 1974-79 P-3 F/E, VP-62 1979-80 P-3 F/E and VP-45 1981-1984 MMCO. Had lots of engines go sour in P2s. Once had a triple engine fire in a P2, one recip and both jets, at night. P-3 was like a palace after the P2. Really missed the flying after I got commissioned. F/E is the best job there is..." [12MAR2005]

BRUNER, C. T. N7119P@AOL.COM "...I SERVED IN VW-13 62 TO 63. F/E IN P-3 IN VP-4, 66 TO 69. NAMTRADET 1011, 69 TO 75. VX-1, 75 TO 78. VXN-8, 78 TO RETIREMENT IN 81. I NOW WORK AS A&P ON KING-AIR 100 AT NAVY TEST PILOT SCHOOL AT NAS Patuxent River, Maryland..." [07MAR98]

BRUNKE, AW2 Eric Falcon4u@aol.com "...Stationed aboard USS Roosevelt from 91-93, VP-10 from 94-97, and currently stationed at TSC NAS North Island, San Diego, California. Missing the Lancers, DONT miss the BOAT!..." [26MAR98]

BRUNSVOLD, Daniel P. DPB5401@aol.com "...I was in VP-48 '75-'78 deployed to NAS Misawa, Japan (twice) and NAS Adak, Alaska. I Retired from the Navy Reserve in 1996. Presently fly for 3M in St. Paul, MN. I'm looking for two "Boomers" who were caught eating the rubber trees in the NAS Misawa, Japan Officers Club..." [02JAN99]

BRANBRUNT, Rob Van RVBRANGERS@AOL.COM "...I served in VP-8 from "89 to 92". I had the greatest time of my life and met friends I will remember till the day I die.These friends are some of the best people I have ever met..." [17AUG2000]

BRUMBLE, Glenn sgtrecon@msn.com "...I served with VP-90..." [24AUG2006]

BRUMMETT, CDR Joseph D. Jr. joebrumm@bellsouth.net Shipmate Pix "...I served with VT-28 (1971-1973) at NAS Corpus Christi, Texas, VP-47 (1973-1976) at NAS Moffett Field, California flying the P-3 with deployments to NAS Adak, Alaska, NAF Misawa, Japan and NAS Agana, Guam, Officer Recruiter (1976-1979) at Navy Recruiting District Pittsburgh, PA and rransfered to Naval Reserves. Flew for Braniff for 18 months as a B727 Flight Engineer before layoff. December of 1980 hired by Eastern Airlines and flew B727 in addition to Flight Engineer on B727, L1011 and the A300 Airbus. In 1989 hired by American Airlines and again started out as a Flight Engineer ont he B727 but after six months transitioned to co-pilot on the B767/757 and later the B777. Flew International for the next 14 years. Finally made Captain on the B737 and retired May 2007. Currently playing a lot of golf in South Florida waiting for Grand Children from any of three children..." [PIX Updated 24MAR2014 | 03APR2013]

BRUMMETT, CDR Joseph D. Sr. https://naval-air.org/flightlog/moreinfo.asp?UID=594 "...CDR Joseph D. Brummett Sr., USN - NFL Number: 594 - Date of Birth: 5/1/1917 - Date In: 6/1/1940 - Date Out: 6/1/1962 - City, State: Chula Vista, CA - School Attended: Purdue University - Aircraft Flown: A/C of US Army, A/C Royal AF, Free French AF - Ship or Unit: VP-73, VP-9 and USS Fort Marion - Pilot Desg.: Naval Aviator - Theaters, Campaigns, etc.: Pac,Atlan,N Africa Associations/Service Organizations: Scabbard & Blade - Highest personal decoration or award: Air Medal - Significant Achievements: Attacked German Submarine w/Depth charges. 248 flt hrs in 30 days in North Africa. Carrier qualif. Arkansas's youngest pilot in 1933. In Memoriam? No..." [09DEC2005]

BRUNER, Robert E. Jr. Bruner41@juno.com "...I served with VS-28 from 1960 through 1962 as part of the Night Deck line crew while onboard the USS Wasp. I particpated on 2 cruises (MED and NATO). 18 was my STOOF. I served with CDR Ford, Bob Meese, Wendy (sharkey) Whales, Norby Guth, and others. I am currently 2nd Vice Chair and repositor of e-mail addresses for the USS Wasp Association. I would love to hear from any Shipmates..." [12DEC2002]

BRUNING, Harvey harveybruning@mybluelight.com "...I ended my 4 year tour in the Navy as a radioman with VU-7 flying in the A26 type of airplane which the Navy called a VD-1. We flew out of Brown Field in California near the Mexican border, mostly towing targets..." [13MAY2003]

BRUNK, YN Dennis E. bman@wfeca.net "...I served with VP-44 from April 1981 until my discharge August 1982 in the Admin office as a YN. I was lucky enough to make the NS Rota, Spain/ NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal det with some of the best people in the best command. Finding this website brought back ALOT of memories that make me smile to this day. Any of ya'll remember the Skipper's hat dissappearing during that det? I miss alot of the people I was fortunate enought to serve with and would really like to hear from anyone who was there during that time and would like to get in touch..." [04JAN2002]

BRUNNER, CAPTAIN Robert L."Bob" Retired rlbsr98@me.com "...I served with VP-8 (1970-1973), VP-66 (1973-1987), CO NR NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal (1987-1989), CO NRRU Naval Reserve Center Avoca, PA (1989-1994) and retired in 1994...." [07APR2014]

BRUNO, Bob bob.bruno@gmail.com "...I served with VAP-61 (1966-1968), VAQ-33 (1980-1988) and retired in 1990. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [11JUN2012]

BRUNO, AT2 Charles F. brunomeow6@verizon.net "...I served with VX-6 (1962-1964) and crewed aboard the C-130 (BUNO: 148321)..." [22AUG2011]

BRUNS, Fred fred@wasi.kscoxmail.com "...Served with VP-21 from 68-69. Moved from barracks duty to Power Plants shop while on deployment to NAS Sigonella, Sicily. Worked nights with Charley Holman then on to CAC 23 as 2nd mech to "MO" Mosley. PPC LCDR Riordan. Lots of good memories. Still got my crew patch "PEACE THROUGH VIGILANCE."..." [23MAR2002]

BRUNTON, ATW2 Alex sbrunton@in-touch.net "...In VW-11 from June 1963 to June 1965 as a AEW Radar Operator. NAS Jacksonville, Florida VW-1 from 1965 to 1966 until discharged. Extended 4 months for Cuban missile crises. LCDR Roe was the pilot and Mackey was the Flight Engineer while Ed Davis was the Radar Technician..." [19JAN2001]

BRUSCATO, Samuel sbruscato@aol.com "...I served aboard NAS Glenview, Illinois and NAS Grosse ILE, Michigan (1961-1969)..." [16AUG2016]

BRUYETTE, Dick brucrew2@aol.com "...I served with VP-19 from August 1969 to October 1972. During that time I went on 2 deployments (NAS Iwakuni, Japan and NAS Cubi Point, Philippines); and interesting detachments to NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam and U-Tapao Royal Thailand Air Force Base, Thailand. The times spent with my fellow aircrew-mates were the best, and the amazing thing is that the memories of those times, even years later, are even better. Hopefully this entry triggers some responses from my long lost mates..." [22AUG2005]

BRYAN, AWC Bill Retired goodroosterjunior@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-30 (1961), VP-45 (1962 to 1964 - Decommissioned the last P5M on the East Coast), VP-8 (1964 to 1966), VP-30 (1966 to 1969 - made Chief in 1969), VP-48 (1969 to 1974), VP-31 (1974 to 1977), and retired October 1. 1977. Moved back to home state of Virginia and stayed there for one year, then to Cedar Rapids, Iowa where I worked as a test tech for Rockwell International (the old Collins Radio Co - which was the primary HF radio used on P5's and P-3's). I got laid off from Rockwell in 1981, then worked as a Field Service Engineer for the Associated Press in Iowa for 7 years and back to Richmond, Virginia for one year. Left the AP in 1990 and did a variety of jobs for about 5 years, including a little woodworking shop where I made clocks for specialty orders and crafts shows. Moved to Tappahannock (on the Rappahannock River) in 1994, got divorced in 1999, remarried in 2001 and my wife and I live in Tappahannock, but not on the river anymore and we have a small business making custom caps and t-shirts. (We provide 5% of all orders from our VP-Navy web-site back to VP-Navy). Would love to hear from all former Shipmates. P5M's and P-3's were a big part of my life for many years..." WebSite: B & D Custom Caps & Tees http://www.vpnavy.com/luckydog.html [E-Mail Updated 04NOV2003 | BIO Updated 16JUL2003 | E-Mail Updated 18NOV2002 | E-Mail Updated 22MAY2002 | WebSite Updated 30DEC2000 | E-Mail Updated 11JAN99]

BRYAN, AMS Kelly mrsronny@yahoo.com "...I served with NAS Keflavik, Iceland (1985-1988) and NS Rota, Spain (1988-1989)..." [29JUL2012]

BRYANT, DT2 Carl Gaylord C.G.BRYANT@worldnet.att.net "...I served in the U.S. Navy from April 1954 to 1958 and was transferred to FASRON-121 stationed at NAS Chincoteague, Virginia. This was in 1956, I was a dental technician and served on temporary duty at NAS Chincoteague, Virginia until my release from active duty on April 18, 1958. I never flew with my squadron as we had no permanent facilities to perform dental procedures. I lived on the Island of Chincoteague. In September 2002 I made a trip back to visit that area with an old friend Luke Miller, Personalman 2nd. Class. He too was stationed at NAS Chincoteague, Virginia at the same time as I. We had a great time. It was unbelieveable the changes made to the island of Chincoteague. NAS Chincoteague, Virginia was turned over to NASA a year after we left. I served at the Dental Department with Dr. James B. Edwards who became the governor of South Carolina and then Secratary of Energy for President Reagan. I would enjoy hearing from any old Shipmates from NAS Chincoteague, Virginia..." [16NOV2002]

BRYANT, ACRM Earl jimgggg@aol.com "...I was in VP-44, Battle of Midway and Battle of Guadlacanal. Did Air-Sea rescue from Florida Island. Was in VPD-116 (slightly modified B-24s). We did radar countermeasures tests. I have written a book (not published) "Ya Can't Get to Heaven in a PBY 'Cause PBY's Don't Fly that High". Could send a file, if you want..." [11APR99]

BRYANT, Edgar W. ocelot@adelphia.net "...Hello: All you Bilge Rats/I was a sea going Bellhop. Febuary 1955 through February 1959. I was in aviation ordinance. AOU TAD to lots of different Carriers. First Duty Station was NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island, NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, NAS Bermuda, NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal, NAS Corpus Christi, Texas, San Juan P.I., NAS Norfolk, Virginia, Elisabeth City, N.C., NAS Jacksonville, Florida, Sanford, and NAS Pensacola, Florida. My last three years active were with VP-44 in NAS Norfolk, Virginia. I was stationed there when our brothers in the next hanger over (VP-56) went down while taking off with no survivors. I wrote just to remind myself how lucky I was. Lost some good friends..." [E-Mail Updated 20JAN2005 | 22MAY99]

BRYANT, George E. gbryant@ritternet.com "...I served served with VP-6 (1966 to 1973) as Mechanic / FENAS Barbers Point, Hawaii (1973 to 1974), VP-17 (1974 to 1978), NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii (1978 to 1979), VP-17 (1979 to 1984) and retired out from PMTC NAS Point Mugu, California 1987..." [12OCT2008]

BRYANT, AE2 John JBR6198@AOL.COM "...I was a crewmember on P5M's and P2v's as an AE2 from 1957 to 1960 at NAS Corpus Christi, Texas ATU-501. I received my discharge from NAS Corpus Christi, Texas after four years of service..." [24MAR2002]

BRYANT, LCDR Raymond Jr. [Deceased) c/o Wanda (Raye) BRYANT, daughter #5 sound@albemarlenet.com "...My Dad passed away December 6, 2001. His career began as an enlisted sailor in 1948 at NAS Bermuda. He was ATC at Kansas and (I believe) he then was involved with PBY's. He was promoted to the Officer ranks in Texas where I was born. This was followed by flight training in Florida (where else) ;-). All his time was spent with at P3 stations. He served in San Diego 1960-1964, NAS Patuxent River, Maryland 1964-1967, NAS Norfolk, Virginia 1967, and retired in 1974. I remember names like Dave Stromberg and Jack Rennie. I would like Dad's friends to write him as he has had a massive stroke and I feel this may help. Additional Information Provided [22JUN98]: I found the pilot logs VP-45 10-17-47 TO 3-31-53, VP-8 4-23-53 TO 3-31-55, VP-48 6-26-61 TO 8-24-64, WSJ might be a "T" here (PAX-RIVER) 9-21-64 TO 7-31-67, FCPCLANT 8 8-67 TO RETIREMENT 1974...." [Updated 29JAN2002 | 20JUN98]

BRYANT, AO1 Ted tedconnieb@comcast.net "...VP-19 from 1952 to 1956. Flight crew 11 and 3. Ordnance. Anyone from VP-19 out there?..." [E-Mail Updated 11OCT2003 | 16AUG98]

BRYANT, W. D. cropdata@bellsouth.net "...I served in VP-40 from April 1953 until seperation from service in June 1956. I came in an ATAN 2nd Radio on CA7, 130300 P5M-1, and left as ATR2 on the same plane. I would like lto hear from anyone on board during that period. See you all in October in Pensacola..." [08MAY2000]

BRYANT, FCC William D. Retired willyb@chatt.mindspring.com "...I was in the VP Navy from 1969 to 1984. VP-50, FASOTRAGRUPAC Det NAS Moffett Field, California, VP-1, and VP-46. I switched from AWC to FCC in 1984..." [22MAY2001]

BRYANT, PH William F. Jr. bulldy75@msn.com "...I served with VP-19 (02/1979-05/1981) at NAS Moffett Field, California with deployments to NAS Misawa, Japan (01/1980-06/1980) and NAS Adak, Alaska..." [E-Mail Updated 23MAY2016 | 01MAY2004]

BRYNTESON, AWC Val R. Retired vbryn@aol.com "...I served with VP-44 from l961 through 1964 Crew 4 Buno 131453. Our crew: PPC R. A. Stephen, PP2P R. W. Minnerly, PP3P R. Schug, TACCO Lloyd, P. C. P. D. Owens/Gary Lake, 2nd Mech Ralph Cook/McGhee, 1st Tech P. F. Gustwick, 2nd tech (me), Radio H. O. Talley. Elect. Gibson, and Ord. Dave Reeves. I would like to hear from any Shipmates. I can be found on the VP-24 Reunion roster...I served with VP-24 from 1968 through 1972 as NATOPS evaluator for radar. I would like to hear from any old Shipmates..." [BIO Updated 29MAR2000 | Squadron Changed 23MAR2000 | 22MAR2000]

BRYSON, AO Gene gbryson@casham.com "...I was an AO with VP-1 between March 1967 and December 1970. Crew 5 in the P2V Neptunes, and Crew 4 "Hanson's Hackers" in the P-3 Orions. Did a total of three cruises to the south Pacific. Two to NS Sangley Point, Philippines with missions out of NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam, and one to NAS Iwakuni, Japan, with missions out of Thailand. Started out home based on NAS Whidbey Island, Washington, hope to get back there some day, and ended up based in NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii. The time I didn't spend at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington, I'd spend there. After four years active duty with VP-1, did two more years voluntary reserves at NAS Moffett Field, California because, even though I didn't like the rules and regs of the Navy, I loved to fly! Stumbled upon this site while searching for another site that had a lot of pictures from VP-1's criuses in the 60's..." [E-Mail Updated 25JAN2007 | 14NOV2002]

BRYSON, AEAN Jenny "Sweet Pea" e.j.bryson@gmail.com "...I served VP-10 (1990-1993). I am currently a SGT in Army Guard and still an electrician but working on Blackhawks when I drill. I work for the FAA DOT as ATC at Atlanta Enroute Center. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 21JUL2012 | E-Mail Updated 03MAY2001 | 25MAY2000]

BRYSON, AO1 Timothy D. wbmidnight@gmail.com "...I served with VP-49 (1976-1978) at NAS Jacksonville, Florida with deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland and NAS Sigonella, Sicily flying with Crew-7. Senior Chief Zerbe was the FE. Any Shipmates remember History ThumbnailCameraVP-49 Patch? I also served aboard NADC (Warminister) Johnsville, Pennsylvania (1979-1982) as a ground pounder and then a AO crewman. I enjoyed my time there finishing up 11 good years of service. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [BIO Updated 28AUG2020 | 14APR2017]

BRYSON, David O. c/o His Son John Bryson aztecjohn@webtv.net "...My father was in the black cats as a radioman. My father served with VP-12 (formed after Pearl Harbor) and finally with VP-23. One of his planes was called "Sleepy Time Gal." His name was David O. Bryson. I hope someone has heard of him? Thank you..." [24OCT99]

BRZEG, AW1 Victor vshoreline@netscape.net "...I served with VP-8 (1983-1988), VX-1 (1988-1991), VP-93 (1991-1993), VP-68 (1993-1995), VP-64 (1995-1999), and TSC-1173 (1999-2002). I was on LC-81 on 15FEB85 when it crashed in Rota Spain. I was in the starbord observer set when it crashed. A fellow Shipmate AW2 Philbrick was in the port observer seat. I could plainly see the #3 engine bounce over the wing.....what a ride. Drop a line some time..." [05DEC2002]


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