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Gareth dePutron wrote on June 5, 2025

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City and State: TX

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Comments: Looking for information regarding the 3rd Air Rescue Squadron in Korea. My dad, William dePutron, was navigator on SA-16s between 1951 and 52. I'm looking for anything regarding his crew and missions. The 3rd ARS website is heavy on helicopters, but light on the SA-16.

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Peter Koro III wrote on October 10, 2022

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City and State: SANTA FE NM

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Comments: Looking for info on Fathers at sea rescue. Paul Koro SAC/USAF Shotdown in F86 in KS. Combat train. Rescue USMC Air recovery
Any info or where to look.

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Rebecca Shumate-Cavender wrote on November 14, 2019

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City and State: MOUNTAIN VIEW AR

Unit: DETACHMENT F

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Comments: My Dad is Col. John C. Shumate. He was a Captain during the Korean War, a para-Doctor and later was a Commandant of a pararescue and survival school. He saved a british pilot and did the first plasma transfusion in a helicopter. How do I get his military records? Did anyone know him?

Keywords: Capt. John C. Shumate, Detachment F

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Raymond Doane wrote on June 22, 2018

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City and State: OXFORD CT

Unit: NONE

Service or Relationship: none

Comments: just looking to retrieve my fathers military records
ive never been in the service
can anyone help ???? lots of bs been trying for a while

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James Hudson wrote on May 21, 2018

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Comments: My uncle served in the 3rd Air Rescue Squadron, Detachment 1. He passed away recently. I found his medals; bronze star and air medal. He never talked about his Korean War experiences, and his records were burned in the St. Louis fire. We always wondered what he did to earn his medals. Perhaps someone reading this may know something about him. His name was Ben Johnson Jr. He was a doctor, and attained the rank of major.

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Lisa Nearn-Homen wrote on December 25, 2016

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City and State: KING CITY CA

Unit: 3RD AIR RESCUE

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: My dad Bernie Wayne Nearn was part of the 3rd air rescue and flew with Major Thomas Bailey we have been trying to get more information on his being in Japan during the Korean war just trying to learn more about what happened with that squadran

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Tom Sprague wrote on May 20, 2016

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Unit: 3RD AIR RESCUE JOHNSON AFB

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: My father was flying SA16's and hellicopters out of Johnson AFB and Korea from about 1951 to 1954. I, along with my brother and mother lived in the AF compound at Johnson AFB. I was only about 6 to 7 yrs old but remember quit a bit about it. Would be interested in hearing from anyone who was there about the same time.

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Howard Baldwin wrote on December 8, 2014

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Unit: FIGHT B

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: Was there ever a year book published by the squadron?
I was assigned to the squadron in late Sept. 50 at Misawa, onto Yokota in Nov then to Komaki in Sept 51, returned state side in June 52. Crewed #4 engine on B-29 48477.

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John Birch SR. wrote on January 13, 2014

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City and State: MILLINGTON TN

Unit: HC-7

Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: On 27 October 1951 Capt J. Mc Cabe flying an F-51 was shot down , he was rescued by a Capt. Good. Capt McCabe was with the 67th Fighter Bomber Group. Looking for any info in regards to this incident. Thanks J. Birch. Unk of Capt Good was in Air force or Marines.

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David Daniel wrote on October 30, 2013

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City and State: BLUE SPRINGS MO

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Service or Relationship: Other

Comments: Looking to build model of Bell helicopters used by this unit as
part of a diorama for a friend's father who was a veteran of
this unit.
Need info on color (blue?) and markings for this helicopter.
Picture would be great.

Keywords: 802 Medical Evacuation Transport Squadron, USAF, South Korea, H-
13 Bell helicopters

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Stanley Gold wrote on May 31, 2013

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City and State: TOMS RIVER NJ

Unit: 3RD AIR RESCUE SQDN, FLIGHT A

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

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Keywords: Dumbo SA-16

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Fred Allen wrote on November 14, 2012

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Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: My best friends father recently passed and was stationed at Johnson
AB in Japan. We are looking for an organization that would like his
photographs and other memorabilia from his time there. Any help
would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

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Dale Addison SR. wrote on October 22, 2012

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City and State: SUNDERLAND NA

Unit: NOT APPLICABLE

Service or Relationship: Interested Person

Comments: I am doing research for a novel set during the Korean
war in 1951 just before the communist spring offensive.
I would be very interested in hearing from any rescue
pilots or aircrew who saved downed pilots about their
missions and aircraft.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance

Dale

Keywords: Aircrew rescue, shot down pilots

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John Piowaty wrote on August 25, 2012

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City and State: TITUSVILLE FL

Unit: 60TH 1956-1957; 36TH 1957-1960

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: Looking for members of the 60th especially. I visited
with Col Gaines about 2 years ago. He passed away a
year ago. I worked Personal Equipment in both Sqdns.
Later OCS, pilot tng, etc.

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Michelle Squier wrote on November 1, 2011

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Keywords: I'm doing research for a book and need to know where
the AR Squadrons were based during the Korean War.
If anyone can also tell me how much contact they had
with the hospital ship nurses, that would be helpful.

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Wendell Tucker SR. wrote on October 28, 2011

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City and State: SEGUIN TX

Unit: DET 1 3RD AIR RESCUE SERVICE

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

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Gordon Goodale wrote on March 13, 2011

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City and State: HEATHROW FL

Unit: FLT B,3RD AIR RESCUE

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

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Cathy Marsicek (Cervantes) wrote on October 17, 2010

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Comments: Looking for anyone who would have known my Father, Colastico (Nick) Cervantes who was a Medic in Det 1, 3 RD ARS in 1951-1953. We know he spent time in Korea, Japan, San Francisco, and was discharged from Colorado?
He had an orange scarf with a tiger holding a medical insignia that we are pretty sure he had made along with some other buddies.
He had talked about a buddy he met in San Francisco that he knew pretty well but lost touch with.
We lost my Father last month and foolishly did not write down the very few things he shared with us. Any help would be appreciated.
Thank you

Keywords: Det 1, 1951-1953

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Patrick Sprague wrote on June 14, 2010

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City and State: JACKSON MI

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: I am the son of Doug Sprague who was stationed at Johnson AFB 1949-50. My dad is still around and we found his photo album from Japan with many nice pictures including names written on some of them. Even have some 8-1/2" x 11" including one of the basketball team and a few of a rescue on Mt. Fuji. Here are the names, please contact me if you know of or are one of these guys. I will make the pictures available digital.

George, Emil, Rogers, Fox, Andy, Sherwood, Jose, Lt. McGovern, Barns, Mac, Smutz, Goldy, Harry, Jim Greene, Sedivy, Sed, Reeves, Wine, Lt. Coevonis, Lt. McGohare, John Affronti, Shaw, Erick, Seymore, Goosby, Lamb, Geighton, Urban, Dunean, Weigel, Wanker, Rehn, Stuekner, Gauss (from Marshall Michigan), Ford, Juelke, Gordy, Weis, Dollman, Cahill, Goldberg, Fowler, Gladson, Gordick, Adams, Anderson, Art Collamore, Givens (radio operator), Knuekles, Robbins, Schubert

Keywords: 3rd Air Rescue

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Edward Doyle SR. wrote on March 26, 2010

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City and State: PORT ST. LUCIE FL

Unit: 3RD AIR SEA RESCUE

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: Remember Me Cho Cho Boy and our Linen sale , 1949 and 1950, Misawa AFB

Keywords: Shitosan (White) Are you still out there?

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Tracy Connors wrote on March 19, 2008

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City and State: GAINESVILLE FL

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Service or Relationship: Navy Veteran

Comments: For those readers interested in a detailed history of the 3ARS during its combat rescue operations in 1952, I humbly recommend the following web site: www.baitedtrapambush.com
On 25 June 1952, Capt. Wayne Lear and Airman (later MSGT) Bobby Holloway flew Mission 1890 to rescue Ensign Ron Eaton, USN. They were escorted by How Flight, 67th FBS, including 1st Lt. Archie Connors. The harrowing mission was initially successful, but repeated AA hits downed the helicopter despite Lear's heroic airmanship. Lear, Eaton and Connors were KIA. Holloway survived but was a POW for 13 months. Baited Trap, the Ambush of Mission 1890 tells the detailed story of the Korean War's deadliest helicopter rescue mission.

Keywords: 3ARS
Mission 1890
67th Fighter-Bomber Squadron

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Neil Fuentez wrote on December 15, 2007

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City and State: KANSAS CITY KS

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Comments: My father John Fuentez was part of the 3rd ARS in Korea as a Staff Sergeant. He was the first medic to administer plasma aboard a helicopter. I have the newspaper clippings to prove who he is. He completed many combat missions behind enemy lines and save many lives. If anyone out there served with or knew my father please get in touch. He's still alive and living here in Kansas City, Ks.

Keywords: 3rd Air rescue Squadron

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Lars Medhaug JR. wrote on January 27, 2006

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City and State: ELGIN OR

Unit: 731ST BOMB SDRN 3RD BOMB WING

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: I WOULD LIKE TO REFLECT ON THIS CRASH LANDING AS I CAN STILL SEE HIM CRASH,HE HAD INDEED LOST TWO ENGINES AND WHEN SKIP SUULLIVAN AND LOOKED DOWN THE RUNWAY I COULD SEE THAT HE WAS TOO HIGH ; AS HE CAME DOWN TO LAND I AM SURE HE COULD SEE US AS WE HAD LGHTS ON HE VEERED TO HIS RIGHT. THERE WAS A DITCH OF SOME SORT TO HIS RIGHT THAT COULD OF LOOKED LIKE A ROAD AND HE CHOSE TO LAND IN IT,WE FOUND THE TAIL GUNNER(WE ASSUMED)SITTING BEHIND THE AIRCRAFT AND HE SEEMEDRATHER DAZED,ABOUT THAT TIME A CRASH CREW SHOWED PU SO SKIP AND I WENT BACK TO WORK.I AM SURE IN MY MIND THAT HE TURNED LEFT BECAUSE OF US AND I AM SURE WE HAD NO TIME TO RUN,ALSO THE TAIL MUMBER SHOWS UP AS SOLD TO SOME OTHER COUNTRY AND SEEMS TO CREATE SOME CONFUSION .THIS AIRCRAFT DID NOT BURN AND ITHINK ITS PSSIBLE THEY SALVGED THE TAIL SECTION.I DONT KNOW THE STATIS OF THE CREW BUT I REMEMBER THE CRASH CREW SAYING WHOEVER WAS IN THR COCKPIT WAS DEAD LARS (ed)MEDHAUG 731st bomb sqdrn P.S SKIP AND I WERE TDY FROM IWAKUNI JAPAN

Keywords: B29 44-69-667

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Lars Medhaug JR. wrote on January 13, 2006

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City and State: ELGIN OR

Unit: 731ST /90TH 3RD BOMBWIND

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran

Comments: I WAS LOOKING AT LOSS INCEDENT REPORT WHICH STATED THIS B-26 LOST A NAPALM TANK ON TAKEOFF AND THAT PILOT LOST CONTROL AND CRASHED AT K2,I WOULD BEG TO DISAGREE AS I WAS LOADING BOMBS AT THE END OF THE RUNWAY .THIS PLANE DID INFACT LOSE A NAPALM TANK LEFT SIDE WHEN I AND CORPRAL SKIP SULLIVAN HEARD IT HIT HIS FLAP WE LOOKED DOWN THE RUNWAY AND WATCHED THIS B26 COME ROARING DOWN THE RUNWAY GET AIRBORNE AND IMEDEATLY ROTATE TO A VERTICLE POSISTION THAT IS WINGS VERTICLE TO THE RUNWAY. THIS PILOT WHO I REMEMBER SAYING HIS NAME WAS CAPT JIM FISHER IMEDIATLY CUT HIS ENGINES LEVELED THE AIRCRAFT AND BELLY LANDED SAME AND WOULD OT CALL THAT LOSING CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT THIS AIRCRAFT HAD TOEN 260 frag bombs on board of which three exploded in two explosions. AND MY POINT IS THIS WAS SUPERIOR FLYING SKILLS IN ACTION ALSO I WAS LOOKING DIRECTLY AT HIM AS HE LANDED ON THE RUNWAY ONE OF THEM SGT.LARS ED MEDHAUG 731ST bomb sqdrn

Keywords: Tague OR K-2 regarding AC 4434244 b26b from 8th bomb sqdrn

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Batur Avgan wrote on September 26, 2005

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Comments: I am preparing an article for the website of 452nd Bomb Wing. On April 24, 1951, one of the B-26s of the 452nd BW was shot down by ground fire. All of its crew bailed out safely. After a combined operation of B-26s, F-51s and F-80s, the navigator and pilot was picked up by an H-5 of the 3rd ARS. The gunner was captured and sent to POW camp.

I am looking for the H-5 crew members, who took part in that SAR operation on April 24, 1951. The B-26 was shot down about 20 miles east of Chorwon, NK.

The details of the crash is given at http://452ndbombwing.org/losses/544.html

My e-mail is baturoo@yahoo.com

I do not know if any of you can help or not. Thank you anyway for bringing them back.

B. Avgan

Keywords: B-26 452nd Bomb Wing, 3rd ARS, Chorwon, April 24 1951

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Tony Burt wrote on February 3, 2005

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City and State: KINGSDOWN DEAL KT

Unit: 209SQUADRON

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: I*nterested in message by Keith Mos 12 December 2003. Persons retreived from RAF Sunderland flying boat off Tsushima Island 27 December 1953. I have information of RAF survivors.

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Alice Cull wrote on December 8, 2004

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Unit: ROYAL NAVY FLEET AIR ARM

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Alice Cull wrote on December 8, 2004

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City and State: DEPTFORD, LONDON

Unit: ROYAL NAVY FLEET AIR ARM

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Hi,
My grandfather Lieut S Leonard RN was shot down 70 miles behind enemy lines on 10 October 1950. He was rescued by Pilot McDaniel and Doctor Schumate from the 3ARS, I believe they recieved the Military Cross for this.
My mother and I would like to get in touch with them or their families to say thankyou
Regards,
Alice Cull

Keywords: McDaniel, Schumate, Chinampo, Military Cross, 3rd ARS, 10 October 1950, Lieut S Leonard RN

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Alice Cull wrote on December 8, 2004

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City and State: DEPTFORD, LONDON

Unit: ROYAL NAVY FLEET AIR ARM

Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Hi,
My grandfather Lieut S Leonard RN was shot down 70 miles behind enemy lines on 10 October 1950. He was rescued by Pilot McDaniel and Doctor Schumate from the 3ARS, I believe they recieved the Military Cross for this.
My mother and I would like to get in touch with them or their families to say thankyou
Regards,
Alice Cull

Keywords: McDaniel, Schumate, Chinampo, Military Cross, 3rd ARS, 10 October 1950, Lieut S Leonard RN

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David Welch wrote on November 17, 2004

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City and State: DENTON TX

Unit: JOHNSON AIR BASE, 5TH AIR FORCE

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

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Keywords: In August 1961 I was assigned to Yokota Air Force Base Japan. I was an E-1 Chaplains' Assistant. In one month I was reassigned to Johson Air Force Base. I finished 24 months in Japan, 23 months at Johson. I understand Johnson was a WWII Kamakaze base, which had a Kamakaze aircraft in front of our officers' club. Half the post was Japanese and half was American. That made it very interesting to me. Names I remember: Chaplain Vaughn, Chaplain Conradson, Sgt Heincy, James Campbell. David Broome. Contact me

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Stanley Gold wrote on July 20, 2004

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City and State: TOMS RIVER NJ

Unit: 3 ARS FLT A

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: I flew 77 combat missions as a radar opp, then as a radio opp, MY pilots name was Lt Russo then Lt. Williams, Co. pilot Lt Rogers. Navafator Capt Barker, engineer Carmack McCurry, any of you guys out there??? and a guy from intelligence McNally?

Keywords: I flew out of johson afb japan and k-16 Korea from may 51 to sept 53 .

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William P. (Bill) Price wrote on June 22, 2004

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City and State: COKER AL

Unit: DET.1 3RD. AIR RESCUE

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: 6-22-04 I finally found 5 Buddies from Det.1,3ARS, Medics. Korea 1951. We had a Reunion in Branson, Mo, June, 04. It was great to see these guys after 53 yrs. They made my day. Present were John Lathrop, Frank Schilling, Tom Greenlee, Wm. Price, and Dwane Murphy. Absent was Carl Poole. We need more of our Buddies to come next year. Let us know where you are. Wm. P. "Bill' Price 12348 Sutton Rd. Coker, Ala. 35452 Ph.(205)339-0960. wpprice@bellsouth.net

Keywords: K-16 8055 MASH, H-5, H-19,

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Jerry Horn wrote on February 6, 2004

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City and State: COCONUT CREEK FL

Unit: 39TH AIR RESCUE SQUADRON

Service or Relationship: -

Comments: Got an email yesterday, 2/06 and I inadvertainly dumped it with Spam. Subject line said something like 39th Rescue Commemoration.

Keywords: Flt. Engineer--SA16--Ashiya

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Larry Fiori wrote on January 28, 2004

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City and State: NAPA CA

Unit: 36TH AIR RESCUE SQDN. 3RD ARGP

Service or Relationship: Friend of Veteran

Comments: My Uncle, Stephen G. Igou was attached to the 36th Air Rescue Squadron before and during the Korean War. He flew out of Guam, Johnson AFB and Seoul during this period. He was in charge of the maintenace of the SS16's and flew many missions to rescue downed pilots. He was wounded along with his A/C Lt. Jenkins who lost part of his leg. Stephen has a great memory of those days and can be reached in Glendale, Arizona at: (623) 937-5539. I'm sure somebody out there flew with him. Give him a call! Larry Fiori, Nephew

Keywords: SS16's Master Sergeant Flight Chief

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Keith Mos wrote on December 31, 2003

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Service or Relationship: United Nations Veteran - Korea

Comments: .. any ex-members of USAF (based at Ashiya)remember picking up some of the crew of a downed RAF Sunderland off North East Tsushima Island just 50 years ago? We were taken to Ashiya in time for lunch!

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Raven Romero wrote on November 11, 2003

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City and State: TAOS NM

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Service or Relationship: Family Member

Comments: Looking for information on my father.
P. Bihen Korea 1950

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John Lathrop wrote on October 28, 2003

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City and State: FAIRFIELD CA

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Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: I was with the Det1 3rd ARS from Jul 51-May 52 Spent many months on the island cheodo(spelling may be wrong) Primary mission was pilot pick ups, was on the insland the day Gen Vanfleet son was shot down in a B-26. I got eight pilot pickups that day. I didnot need any warm beer that night.We use to get beer delivery from the SA -16's they would pitch out the back door as they flew over, few bent and leaking but we would grab and drink like mad. Would like to her from any of those who were there during the time I was there. I am looking for the pilot I flow majority of my 120 mission, Lt. Charlie Weir made captain just before departing Korea I understand.

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Norman (Norm) Lucas wrote on July 27, 2003

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City and State: WEST BEND WI

Unit: DET 1, 3D ARS

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: I was a Radio Operator with Det1, 3d ARS from Dec '52 to about Nov '53

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James Puente wrote on June 18, 2003

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City and State: SAN ANTONIO TX

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Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: My father served with Flt D 3d ARS during Korea. His name was Eliseo Puente called Joe perhaps from Corpus Christi TX. I want to find anyone who served with him or that knew him. He has beeb gone since 1990 and am hoping to talk to his old friends. I have actual photos of the sb-17, the sa-16, and the helicopters. Also some of the photos of the sa-16 are in the water with what appeared to be a picnic with people jumping off the wing into the water. Please resopond
Sincerely
James A Puente

Keywords: Sb-17, SA-17

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Francisco Trevino wrote on May 21, 2003

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City and State: TUCSON AZ

Unit: 2157 AIR RESCUE SQ

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: I was stationed at k-14 from july 1955 until the squadron deactivation in 1956. Spent most of my time tdy at other bases in korea, k-13, k-8, and mostly out of the country, Japan, IwoJima, Taiwan
took part in project 119L - it was so secret most of the time we didn't know what we were doing -
all I remember is that it was very cold in northern Japan. Would like to hear from others in the 2157 at about the same time. - THAT OTHERS MAY LIVE -

Keywords: H-19 Mechanic

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Deborah Johnson wrote on May 5, 2003

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Comments: John Hagey was my grandfather. He didn't talk much about his time in the Air Force. I have his 1952 Scrambler and learned of his service in the 3rd Air Rescue SQ'N. Is there anyone who remembers him that would be able to tell me more about my grandfather and his time in the AF? Or just some information about the squardron? When he passed away I made sure that he had an honor guard for his services. He is buried in the military cemetery in San Bruno, CA. I loved him dearly and would very much like to know more about this portion of his life. Thank you for your assistance.

Keywords: Flight D, John A. Hagey

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Clifford Taylor wrote on March 11, 2003

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City and State: QUITMAN TX

Unit: 2157TH ARS

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

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George E. Seymour wrote on March 6, 2003

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City and State: SCOTTSDALE AZ

Unit: FLIGHT A, 3RD AIR RESCUE SERVICE

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: I was a radar operator in a converted B-17 (with the boat hung under the bomb bay) and flew the day the "war" started in June, 1950. Later flew in SA16s. That was at Johnson AFB. Before that I was at Yokota. Fond memories of a bunch of great fellow airmen.

Keywords: John, Emil, Capt. Bussan. 5th Air Force Basketball.

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Dana Hoglind wrote on February 18, 2003

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Comments: I am looking for someone who may have a copy of a picture that was taken of my father after this event. The picture is of my father, mother, and older brother and sister when they were 3 and 6 years old. I believe the picture was in the Long Island Daily Press, or Long Island Press. If you have a copy of this picture, or know where I can locate one, please let me know.

Thank you.

Keywords: Sky Knight made the first night jet to jet kill November 3rd 1952

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David McDaniel JR. wrote on December 29, 2002

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Comments: Now at the end of my own USAF career as a fighter pilot, would like to know anything about the combat experiences of my dad during the Korean War flying with the 3rd ARS from anybody who knew him then. Dad died in '69-before I ever got to ask him about his experiences. Thanks.

Col David McDaniel, Jr. USAF

Keywords: 3rd ARS, H-5, H-19

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Frank Schilling wrote on December 25, 2002

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City and State: PIPE CREEK TX

Unit: 3RD AIR RESCUE

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: Surviving crew members of the same time frame. Would love to hear from old friends and new acquaintances.

P.S. If I still owe you beer money,don't bother writing. Who remembers "Balentine" Beer and what was up with the P-38 can openers to open the damn thing?

Keywords: 1951-1952. Air recue medic on H-5 and H-19 and SA-16. K-16 home base (flew 97 combat missions during that period.

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Roy Thomason wrote on December 24, 2002

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Comments: Would like to hear from anyone who served with my dad in Korea. I believe he was in the 3rd Air Rescue Service and flew H-5s, C-47s etc. He was a Captain then. I remember a picture with "3rd Crash and Dash. You call, we haul, you all" He was there in 50-51. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Roy Thomason

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Lee E. Roush wrote on December 4, 2002

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City and State: REBERSBURG PA

Unit: FLT'D'/39TH ARS

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: On 2002-03-11 I was searching for information about the 1952 yearbook for 3rd ARS. I was able to locate one from Barnes and Noble, "Out of Print Used Books", on their web page. It was listed as the only one available and cost $42.00 including shipping. I have been told that the originals cost $1.00. Thought this interesting. So, if you are searching for something, keep trying. It's gotta be out there some place.

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Warren McClure wrote on March 27, 2002

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Unit: F/2/7 USMC 1950

Service or Relationship: Marine Veteran - Korea

Comments: I was wounded in the chest on 11/28/50 at Toktong Pass (Fox Hill). A helicopter was making its landing approach to evacuate me (I thought). It was hit by small arms fire and crashed into the trees on the hillside about fifty yards from me. The pilot was killed in the crash. I have been unable to find out the pilot's name, either from contacts with other Marines who were on the Hill with me at the time, or from surfing the Web. The Korwald Date of Loss Report lists an H-5H from the 3rd Air Rescue Squad as having gone down on that day, 11/28/50. Is this the helicopter that crashed at Fox Hill (Toktong Pass) that day? What was the pilot's name? I think only the pilot was aboard. Any info on the above would be greatly appreciated. Warren McClure (wlmpoet@aol.com)

Keywords: 1st Marine Div F/2/7 Fox Hill (Toktong Pass)

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Lee E. Roush wrote on March 11, 2002

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City and State: REBERSBURG PA

Unit: 3RD/39THARS 52 TO 54

Service or Relationship: Air Force Veteran - Korea

Comments: I would like to know if it is possible to obtain a yearbook of the 3rd Air Rescue Squadron, published 1953. It contains many pictures of all four flights and Detachment 1 for the period of 1952 to 1953. Please contact me if you know of a source.

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