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Richard N Cooley

Kitty Hawk Vets web site adds

I don't care for it! I actually preferred the "Kitty Litter" newspaper over this!

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Last Post: Feb 11, 2011 9:19am
by Richard Schuman-...

MARY MOSS

DO YOU KNOW LOUIS FOX [FOXY] 70-74

MY BROTHER SERVED ON USS KITTY HAWK 70-74 AO3 AM DIVISON, IF YOU KNOW HIM PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS

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Last Post: Feb 10, 2011 8:48pm
by MARY MOSS

Richard Cooley OE Div 71-76

Z Grams

Admiral Zumwalt changed the Navy in a big way. Was it for the best or worst? He gave us permission to wear civilian clothes off the ship to liberty. He also allowed us to grow facial hair. At the time, I thought it was great.....what do you think now?

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Last Post: Feb 10, 2011 1:31am
by Carl Muller

Jack Fletcher

patches

I recently noticed on a couple of Hawk patches "Don't Tread on me" I don't remember that being on any of the WestPac patches from the 70's. Anyone know when this slogan wass adopted? Thanks Peace, Jersey Jack

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Last Post: Jan 29, 2011 10:07am
by Jim Clausen, P-3...

Dick Burtis

Missing Shipmate-James Webb

I am trying to find a shipmate from the Hawk. His name is James Webb and he came aboard in 1964. He was in S1 Div in Suppy. He was from Baton Rouge, LA. If any one has any info on James please have them email me at rburtis300@comcast.net Many Thanks, Dick...

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Last Post: Jan 29, 2011 9:50am
by Dick Burtis

Ron Marks

Robert Oglesby

I have responded to this inquiry before. I remember it all too well. Norman Hoiland and I,both of VA 113, were standing next to Junior behind the blast shield. The plane taking off kicked in afterburner and the shield dropped. Hoiland had,seconds before, motioned m...

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Last Post: Jan 23, 2011 1:30pm
by Ron Marks

Bob Doran (VA-52)

Officer sucked into A-7 1972

Need any info about accident. Was this officer's name Lt. Frank Settle? Any addtional info would be appreciated. Need verification for PTSD claim...

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Last Post: Feb 8, 2010 2:49am
by martin (marty)(R...

Garland Young

1972 riots Nightmares and 37 years

I am so dang happy that this was written and verified by Greg Freeman. This is part of our girl's History and the Navy don't want us to read it. Why would they not want to bury it along with all of us who did our best to stay alive to tell the tale as we were ridicul...

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Last Post: Mar 5, 2010 8:20pm
by jack fletcher

jack fletcher

Habitability

Anyone remember Hab's logo?

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Last Post: Jan 16, 2011 7:35pm
by jack fletcher

jack fletcher

'72 riots

I was onboard the Hawk the night of the riots, I was assigned to Habitability and our work station was located behind the sleeping quarters of the Marines stationed onboard in the aft of the ship. How many remember or were even aware that a Marine by the name of Alva...

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Last Post: Jan 15, 2011 5:25am
by jack fletcher

Thomas Brown

Oglesby

Hey Guy, I'm THomas Brown From v-1 divsion fron 1962-1965.I remember the incident very well, he was blown overboard as I recall, get in touch. thomas.brown@sbcglobal.net

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Last Post: Jan 10, 2011 1:26pm
by charles robson, ...

Thomas Brown

Getting in touch

anyone who was aboard kittyhawk v-1 division from 1962-1965,that wish to contact Thomas Brown may do so at this e-mail address thomas.brown@sbcglobal.net

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Last Post: Jan 9, 2011 10:43pm
by Thomas Brown

Angelique Chappell

Looking for Daniel Watkins who served on the Kittyhawk in the 70'-72' timeframe

Hi, my mom passed away in 92 and with her she took secrets. The person whom I always thought was my dad but never claimed me says she was seeing Watkins so it's possible he is my dad. My uncle Gary Tingle was on the Kittyhawk during the same years roughly. Althou...

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Last Post: Jan 9, 2011 5:46pm
by jack fletcher

Kevin Lynn

Shipmates Weapons/G-2 Division 1979-1983

Looking for shipmates from Weapons/G-2 Division 1979-1983. Lesperance,Zumwalt,Timme,Smith,Berry,et.al.Also knew Bobby Dickinson from G-1. We were from Oklahoma,and were on the 'Buddy Program'. Kevin "Too-Thin" Lynn

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Last Post: Jan 4, 2011 11:50am
by Kevin Lynn

John P. Lyons

1979-1980 Cruise in Indian Ocean

Hello Shipmates. When we went to the Indian Ocan in 1979 from the P.I.because of them taking our hostages. We were out there for a while, and I remeber a EA6B 4 seater, was lost, and they only ever found pieces of Aircraft. I was curious if Anyone really knew wha...

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Last Post: Jan 4, 2011 11:24am
by Kevin Lynn

Charles Miller

Westpac 30 May 1979 - 25 February 1980 Cruise Book

I have 2 copies and will give up one. Was in V-4 div. from 1977 - 1981

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Last Post: Jan 4, 2011 11:15am
by Kevin Lynn

Jim Kuhn

Taps and veterans saluting the flag

Just received our assn. newsletter and saw the interesting article on the origins of Taps. Many may not be aware that Congress recently changed the rule and now allows veterans of military service to render a hand salute during ceremonies involving the American Flag....

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Last Post: Dec 28, 2010 4:24pm
by Jim Kuhn

Charles Robson, Plankowner

New Years

To all the men and women that have served on the HAWK may you and yours have a HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR.

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Last Post: Dec 27, 2010 4:52pm
by Charles Robson, ...

Eric Miller

Holiday

Merry Christmas from Carrie, and myself.. I hope all my shipmates have a safe and happy Christmas, and a happy New Year.. You all are in our hearts.. God Bless you all, and your families.. Eric and Carrie Miller

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Last Post: Dec 24, 2010 10:37pm
by Eric Miller

Bill Johnson

Christmas Greeting

I too would like to wish everyone A Joyous Christmas and a great 2011. May we always remember the true meaning of Christmas. We too often forget the less fortunate among us. I see it every day/year as I work with Toys for Tots. Especially the little ones. The faces...

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Last Post: Dec 23, 2010 10:51pm
by Bill Johnson

Bob Southard

Looking for Charles Gilbert

Have been able to find many of my former shipmates over the last few years. Have not been able to find a good buddy of mine, who came aboard with me in January 1962, when the Hawk was in the shipyard at SF. We were in W-Div and are rating was GMT. We both made GMT-2...

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Last Post: Dec 21, 2010 12:49pm
by Bob Southard

RICK BAKER

1969 Cruise A/C crashes

I am seeking details of any and all aircraft accidents on the 'Hawk during the period Nov '68 - thru the end of the '69 cruise. Espcially the following: F-4 crashed at night breaking in two on landing. F-4 nearly crashed during launch off waist cats, RIO had to pun...

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Last Post: Dec 20, 2010 6:07am
by Bernie Monroe

Doris Estoy

Needing information on my long lost friend Eric Bleu

Needing information on my long lost friend Eric Bleu. I know he served on the USS KITTY HAWK but it's been years since I've heard from him and there's no other way I can get a hold of him.

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Last Post: Dec 17, 2010 11:49am
by Doris Estoy

Robert Perkins

Christmas 2010

Merry Christmas from the Perkins home to all my Shipmates. May God bless you all with a wonderful time with your Family at this time.

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Last Post: Dec 17, 2010 7:43am
by Robert Perkins

Richard N Cooley

Seperation Papers "DD Form 214N" needed?

If you are in need of obtaining yours, or a deceased family members seperation/discharge papers, try going to http://archives.gov/veterans/ It is easy to do.

Views: 281 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 13, 2010 5:58pm
by Richard N Cooley

Jim Clausen, P-3 Division, 1972-1975

Fire in #1 MMR

On December 11 1973, six shipmates died in a fire in #1 Main Machinery Room. They were: FA Samuel Cardenas, 20, of Pueblo, Colorado; FA Alan Champine, 18, of Mount Clemens, Michigan; FR Kevin Johnson, 17, of Yakima, Washington; FR Linn Schambers, 19, of Van Nuys, Cal...

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Last Post: Dec 11, 2010 8:21am
by Jim Clausen, P-3...

Andrea LaTourneau

Needing information about my father John K. LaTourneau

Good morning to all. I am in high hopes that someone may be able to help me. My father was John K. LaTourneau. He served on USS Kitty Hawk back in the 70's (not exact on the dates or years). My father passed away when I was 10 years old and haven't been able to ge...

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Last Post: Dec 8, 2010 6:27am
by Andrea LaTournea...

Charles Robson

Pearl Harbor

A moment of silence please to remember our brothers in arms that died at Pearl this day in 1941

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Last Post: Dec 7, 2010 5:49am
by Charles Robson

Charles Robson, Plankowner

Mail plane

Does anyone remember the Mail Plane that fell off the flight deck while the Hawk was on station in the Tonkin Gulf? I only remember not getting mail for over a month, and when the mail did arrive it went over the side. This occurred I believe in early 1964

Views: 295 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 3, 2010 7:45am
by Charles Robson, ...

OS2 Wilfredo Gutierrez (Gutch)

OS from 84 to 88, the best

We worked hard, and have fun on shore. Sometimes too much fun. I lost my camera bag with about $2,000 worth of equipment. I almost cryed. We have a good crew, Blevin, Fish, Miles, Humphreys, Wilmore, Long. I still have the cap from the world cruise in 1987. Anybody...

Views: 330 Replies: 2

Last Post: Dec 2, 2010 6:48am
by Sean Hayes

steve merrick

asbestos

I was with A gang (division) steam heat catapults and was mach. repairman for various sream generated machines can anyone verify that the matriels used to insulate the hot steam pipes were coated with asbestos both in boiler room and engine room,and around ship ple...

Views: 589 Replies: 5

Last Post: Nov 30, 2010 5:23pm
by john van

Grant McConnell

Cap

Hi There,Can my Body Help me,I'm in the Royal Marines 42 sqn,i collect Baseball Caps of Current usn Ships in America,if any can help let me know and i will forward how much on to you.many thanks Pte g.McConnell in Kandahar air base.

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Last Post: Nov 25, 2010 8:42am
by Carl Muller

william f. slater

billy d. hooper

I also served with and was billy's supervisor.We were along side the USS SACRAMENTO takeing on fuel,ammo, and supplies.It was also payday and we had only the needed crew in the space on watch. Billy and Charles Philhower were on burner watch when the fire started.(a...

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Last Post: Nov 25, 2010 7:37am
by Rick sirvio

Charles Robson, Plankowner

Thanksgiving

A shout out to my Kitty Hawk brothers and sisters, have a great Thanksgiving.

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Last Post: Nov 23, 2010 5:41am
by Charles Robson, ...

JIM EDWARDS P-1 4MMR 1977-1979

WASTED TIME

a point to ponder i know that the group in north carolina that was raising money and support for making the kitty hawk a mueseum has stopped for a couple of years due to the length of time until the hawk can be released. but with all of the retired carriers that ca...

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Last Post: Nov 18, 2010 5:58pm
by JIM EDWARDS P-1...

Jeri McCarthy

Looking for anyone who may have served with my dad

Hello, My Dad, Thomas John Dolly served on the USS Kittyhawk 1963-1962 and the USS Pyro 1964-1966. Looking for anybody who may have served with him

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Last Post: Nov 15, 2010 2:36pm
by Jeri McCarthy

JOHN KROGULSKI

1974 "ALL HANDS" MAGAZINE

ANY OF YOU KITTY HAWKERS HAVE A COPY OF THE "ALL HANDS" MAGAZINE WHERE THE COVER IS OF FLIGHT DECK WITH MANY OF US ON IT. JIM CLAUSEN, I AM SURE YOU HAVE YOURS, RIGHT? 1974, YOU REMEMBER.

Views: 443 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 14, 2010 8:21pm
by Steve Montes

Charlie Peterson RM2 60-61 Plankowner

USS Kitty Hawk Veterans Association Website

Shipmates, For those who frequent this website, you noticed that it is up, then down, then up. I am having server trouble (loooooong story), so you may see this happening again. I just purchased a new web program that should resolve the issues. Sorry about that...

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Last Post: Nov 11, 2010 7:32pm
by Richard N Cooley

JIM EDWARDS P-1 4MMR 1977-1979

VETERANS DAY

A VETERAN IS A PERSON WHO AT ONE TIME WROTE A CHECK PAYABLE TO THIS GREAT NATION FOR THE SUM OF UP TO AND INCLUDING HIS OR HER LIFE, HAPPY VETERANS DAY TO ALL MY FELLOW KITTY HAWK BROTHERS AND SISTERS

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Last Post: Nov 11, 2010 5:28am
by Charles Robson

Steve Montes

A Day In Vietnam

On Saturday 11-6-2010 a radio station in houston broadcast a 40-45 minute program depicting the live action in vietnam. You are invited to download, burn to CD and spread it around so eveyone and their families has an opportunity to experience the Vietnam War as repo...

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Last Post: Nov 8, 2010 9:23pm
by Steve Montes

Bill Johnson

Veterans Day, Nov 11th

This coming Thursday,Nov 11th, as we should all know, is Veterans Day. Take a moment to honor/pray for all veterans: present, passed, and future. Won't hurt a bit. Go to a Vets Home or Hospital if you can. If you know a shut in, go.To those I have neglected,I apolog...

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Last Post: Nov 8, 2010 6:57pm
by Bill Johnson

Charles Robson, Plankowner

Captain Plumb

On the website, navytogetherweserved.com is a great story of a naval officer who flew off the Kitty Hawk and later was a POW after being shot down over Vietnam. He also wrote a book, I'm No Hero. Enjoy.

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Last Post: Nov 6, 2010 9:03pm
by Charles Robson, ...

Herb Williams

Looking for Mike Hackenber and Dick Ratez

I was on the Kitty Hawk from 1962 thru Oct 1966. I was a Radioman. Anyone one in the Radio division during that time, please email me. Herb or HT or Dirty Ole Man were my handles. Herb

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Last Post: Nov 2, 2010 9:40am
by Herb Williams

W Sosa

Point of Contact to get flag flown on KH for retirement ceremony?

Can anyone tell me who I can contact in order to get a flag flown on the inactive Kitty Hawk? I am sponsoring a shipmate's retirement and he'd like his shadowbox flag flown on the KH. Thanks in advance!

Views: 262 Replies: 3

Last Post: Oct 16, 2010 1:58pm
by Ron Reeves HTC (...

Patrick H Fitzgerald

1977-78 Westpac deployment need shellback info

I was onboard the Kitty in 1977-78 westpac deployment as part of CAG 11. I was with VAQ 131 & had an excellant cruise, (my first). I am looking for info so I can get a replacement Shellback certificate. I require the Captains name (I believe it was Captain Hogan) the...

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Last Post: Oct 15, 2010 12:32pm
by Patrick Fitzgera...

william johnson

Homeward bound pennant

The National Naval Aviation museum has acquired the homeward bound pennant from the USS Kitty Hawk. We have displayed the 1,040 foot banner in its full glory in the celling of our new building. The historian of the museum has composed information for a plaque desig...

Views: 260 Replies: 1

Last Post: Oct 12, 2010 6:52pm
by Ron Reeves HTC (...

Michael Brennan

72 Race Riot

Hi Everybody, I am a former Kitty Hawk Veteran(V1 Div 2005-2009, double shell back, and plankowner and am currently working on a thesis for my Master's Degree involving the 72 riots. If anybody is willing to share their personal experiences, although I understand...

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Last Post: Oct 12, 2010 12:38pm
by Jim Clausen, P-3...

Andrew Carnegie

CV-63 ever awarded the KLM

Served onboard the Kitty Hawk during 91-93'We participated in "Operation Restore Hope" & "Operation Southern Watch" and the question is has CV-63 ever been awarded the Kuwait Liberation Medal? I've wrote to the Dept of Naval Records or completed an SF-180 Form and re...

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Last Post: Oct 5, 2010 2:54pm
by Dan

Richard Courtney

Kitty Hawk deck logs/location of coast of Vietnam

Hi, Would anyone by chance have copies of Kitty Hawks deck logs or the distance off shore she cruised. The years would be 65-67 Thanks.

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Last Post: Oct 4, 2010 3:30pm
by Shockey

Brannon R.O. ABE3

where have all the HAWKS gone?

Ahoy, stupid i know. I have been visiting the VA hospital here in Spokane, Wa. and came across some old (ancient) news of the HAWK. So i started gearing up my pc to see if anyone is still above ground with me. I served aboard her from July 1962 through July 1966....

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Last Post: Oct 1, 2010 9:44pm
by bob brannon