meet tomorrow's military aviators
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DECEMBER 2018
Meet tomorrow's military aviatorsWe're proud to highlight these Daedalian Matching Scholarship recipients who are
pursuing careers as military aviators. They are our legacy!If you would like to offer career advice or words of encouragement
to these future aviators, please email us at [email protected] we'll pass them on to the cadets.
Cadet Erika AtwoodUniversity of South Carolina$2,250 scholarshipPalmetto Flight 70 "My career goal is to be selected for U.S. Air Force pilot training."
Cadet Robert BlackTexas Tech University$1,000 scholarshipGeorge Davis Flight 52 "My career goal is to be a fighter pilot."
Cadet Tanner FleemanTexas Tech University$1,000 scholarshipGeorge Davis Flight 52 "My career goal is to first become a pilot for the Air Force then tobecome an astronaut."
Cadet Douglas GubermanTexas Tech University$1,500 scholarshipGeorge Davis Flight 52 "I can't imagine a better career than soaring through the sky onan AC-130. I would love to be a pilot on any C-130. C-130s arethe most versatile aircraft in the world and have been inproduction for over 70 years. There is so much aviation history inC-130s and I want to be a part of that history. After I commission,
I intend to spend the next 14-20 years in the Air Force until I retire. Ultimately, I would like to bea wing commander before I retire. I also strive to be a test pilot during my career."
Midshipman Evan McMellonNorth Carolina State University$1,700 scholarshipHarley H. Pope Flight 48 "After my summer cruise aboard the USS Carl Vinson, Idecided my goal would be to fly jets, specifically the F-18 E/F orthe F-35. I also was afforded the opportunity to watch the V-22conduct flight ops during RIMPAC. If the Navy has that platform
available, I think it would be extremely rewarding."
Cadet Taylor MooseTexas Tech University$1,000 scholarshipGeorge Davis Flight 52 "As of February 2018 I was selected to be a pilot in the U.S. AirForce. I want to fly the U-28A, a reconnaissance aircraft forAFSOC. I hope to be able to travel the world through the AirForce."
Cadet Robert TalbotTexas Tech University
$1,000 scholarshipGeorge Davis Flight 52 "My career goal is to be a pilot in the Air Force initially, then workfor FedEx as a pilot in the future. In the Air Force I'm looking tohopefully fly in a multi-engine aircraft such as a C-130 or C-17. If Iam unable to become a pilot my backup plan is to go in as aNavigator (CSO)."
Cadet Jacob YatesUniversity of South Carolina$2,250 scholarshipPalmetto Flight 70 "My career goal is to attend and graduate pilot training with the AirForce and go on to fly for as long as I am able."
Frank Lasorsa (center), chairman of the Pease Greeters, receives a $1,000 check from Granite StateFlight 53 Membership Chairman, retired Air Force Maj. Barry Watkins. At right is Flight Captain, retiredAir National Guard Lt. Col. Chris Nevins.
Flight 53 supports Pease GreetersPortsmouth, NH - The Order of Daedalians Granite State Flight 53 recently presented a$1,000 check to the Pease Greeters to help support their important mission of personallythanking our troops traveling to and from overseas. Flight 53 had become aware of a pressing financial need the Pease Greeters wereexperiencing that threatened their unbroken record of meeting every troop-carrying aircraftpassing through the busy Pease-Portsmouth International Airport since 2005. No matter thehour, day or weather conditions, the greeters have shown up to thank our troops on behalf of agrateful nation. That commitment has translated to nearly 1,700 aircraft to date. The chairmanof the Pease Greeters, Frank Lasorsa, was invited to Flight 53's October meeting for thespecial presentation. This donation carries personal significance for the members of Flight 53, all military memberswho have served in flying positions. Many are Vietnam veterans who remember a verydifferent time and reception when they returned home -- something they never want today'stroops to experience. A number of flight members are also members of the Pease Greeters orhave volunteered their services and support. Learn more about and support the Pease Greeters by visiting their website atwww.peasegreeters.org.
Green & Gold Review
This photo was taken at the Veterans Day "History of the American Soldier" event in 19th-century Fort Clinch near Fernandina Beach, Florida, Nov. 10. On the far left is retired Air ForceLt. Col. Tim Oliver, Gator Flight #58 Adjutant, portraying a 1918 Doughboy in France. To hisleft is his son, Colin, who is in 1916 soldier attire. To his left is Colonel Oliver's wife, Pam, whoportrayed a U.S. Food Administration volunteer supporting families on the home front. Her
father, retired Air Force Lt. Col. Lyn Officer, was a Gator Flight Daedalian who made his finalflight in 2013. The remainder of the group are members of the Company C, 61st GAVolunteers re-enacting group. They participate each year at this event to inform the publicabout U.S. soldier life through the ages, from Revolutionary War to modern times. The othersin the photo are in World War II and Korean War garb.
Gator Flight Adjutant Tim Oliver (left), a contract flight instructor in the A-29 program at MoodyAFB, Georgia, sits with Gator Flight Hereditary Member Rouse Vallotton (great-grandson toFounder Member #335 Ora Young and an Army veteran) at Valwood School in Valdosta,Georgia, Nov. 8. His son, Rouse, (center) invited both Daedalians as guests to the event andsang with schoolmates in a series of musical vignettes honoring veterans from the past topresent day.
From our members...Have a photo of yourself from "back in the day"? Send it to
[email protected] and we'll share it in a future issue of Aviator!
Retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Marcus Anderson, Daedalian National Commander from 1997-2001, is shown as a new F-100 pilot circa 1966.
Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Ted McAdam, then a lieutenant, stands next to his F-4E PhantomII at Korat Royal Thai Air Base, Thailand, in 1972.
Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Robert "Bob" Anderson (left) stands with one of his gunners next toa Bell UH-1N Helicopter Gunship, when he was assigned to the 20th Special OperationsSquadron, Republic of Vietnam, from 1971-72.
Are you visiting JBSA-Randolph soon?If so, take note of upcoming main gate closure
The Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Lindsey Gate (main gate) will close in early January forapproximately 70 days, due to construction to enhance force protection capabilities. Othergate hours will change to accommodate the Lindsey Gate closure.
The West Gate will be open (inbound and outbound) 24/7.The East Gate will be open (inbound and outbound) Monday-Friday, 0600-1800 andclosed weekends and holidays.The South Gate will maintain its normal hours and operations (Monday-Friday 0600-1800 and closed weekends and holidays).The Visitor Control Center (VCC) will maintain its normal hours and operations(Monday-Friday 0600-1800 and closed weekends and holidays).The VCC will provide a shuttle service for pedestrians from the VCC to the Burger Kingparking lot. The West Gate will provide VCC services when the VCC is closed.The High School Gate will maintain its normal hours and operations.
If you have any issues or concerns regarding installation access, safety or security, pleasecontact the JBSA-Randolph Base Defense Operations Center (BDOC) at 210-652-5700.Updated information on gate hours are available HERE.
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Deadline nears for Spring Daedalus FlyerFlight input for the Spring 2019 Daedalus Flyer is due by Jan. 4. The recentPrograms issue had the most Flightline section input in some time, and it was
great reading all the wonderful things flights are doing around the world.There were even some first-time submissions.
Keep the news coming! Send your input to [email protected].
Don't forget: photos need to be in the original format (.jpg, .eps, etc.) andnot embedded in another document.
Flight Manual under revisionThe Daedalian Flight Manual is being revised for 2019. Members with suggestions foredits can send their input to [email protected], with the subject line
"Flight Manual update." You can view the latest edition HERE.
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The Daedalian Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Order ofDaedalians, which was formed to honor our Founding Members who flewin defense of our nation.Our membership reflects the honor and pride of our country's first militaryaviators. CFC donations support college scholarships and the DaedalianFlying Training Program which carries that same great history. In
addition, we present awards to JROTC cadets and aviators from all five armed services.A 501(c)(3) foundation, the main purpose of the organization is to provide encouragement for young menand women to serve as military pilots. Your gift to the Daedalian Foundation is more than a monetarydonation; it shapes the future of military aviation.
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January Aviation Heritage HighlightsFind the complete daily heritage calendar on our
Heritage Preservation Project Page Jan. 3, 1944Maj. Gregory Boyington, USMC Reserve, led 48 fighters in an attack against the Japanese naval base atRabaul on the island of New Britain in the Bismarck Archipelago. Flying a Vought-Sikorsky F4U-1Corsair, Boyington shot down four enemy airplanes, bringing his total score to 28. He was then himselfshot down. At the time of his crash, Boyington was commander of Marine Fighter Squadron 214, knownas the Black Sheep, at Bouganville, Solomon Islands. Because he was older than most of the pilots inhis squadron, he was given the nickname, "Pappy." Learn more about this Medal of Honor recipientHERE. Jan. 5, 1935The U.S. Navy's Bureau of Navigation ordered Lt. Cmdr. (Dr.) John R. Poppen to the Naval Dispensary atthe Philadelphia Navy Yard, with additional duty at the Naval Aircraft Factory in that city to observe pilots,conduct their annual physical exams, and work on hygienic and physiological aspects of research anddevelopment projects. Poppen's orders marked the first assignment of a flight surgeon to the factory otherthan as part of a specific mission. Jan. 7, 1929Maj. Carl Spaatz, Capt. Ira C. Eaker, 1st Lt. Harry A. Halverson, 2nd Lt. Elwood R. Quesada, and StaffSgt. Roy W. Hooe set an endurance record for a refueled airplane in flight, having flown for 150 hours, 40minutes, and 15 seconds since Jan. 1 in the Question Mark, a Fokker C-2 Trimotor airplane. Refueling 37times in the air, they demonstrated the practicality of aerial refueling. Two Douglas C-1 aircraft, each witha three-man crew, provided the fuel. Capt. Ross G. Hoyt, 1st Lt. Auby C. Strickland, and 2nd Lt. Irvin A.Woodring served as one tanker crew. First Lt. Odas Moon, 2nd Lt. Andrew F. Solter, and 2nd Lt. JosephG. Hopkins served as the other. Four of the men were Daedalian Founder Members: Spaatz, #309;
Eaker, #289; Halverson, #354; and Moon, #248. Jan. 8, 1973On Jan. 8, 1973, Air Force Capt. Paul D. Howman and 1st Lt. Lawrence W. Kullman, flying an F-4DPhantom, scored the last aerial victory of the Vietnam War when they shot down a MiG southwest ofHanoi, North Vietnam, with a radar-guided AIM-7 missile. Learn more HERE. Jan. 11, 1928Air Officer Cmdr. Marc A. Mitscher made the first takeoff and landing in a UO-1 observation biplane onboard Saratoga (CV 3). Mitscher was Daedalian Founder Member #4135. Jan. 16, 1975In "Operation Streak Eagle," the U.S. Air Force set new climb-time records with the F-15A Eagle aircraft,operating from Grand Forks AFB, North Dakota. The Streak Eagle reached a height of 3,000 m (9,843 ft.)in 27.57 seconds; 6,000 m (19,685 ft.) in 39.33 seconds; 9,000 m (29,528 ft.) in 48.86 seconds; 12,000m (39,370 ft.) in 59.38 seconds; and 15,000 m (42,212 ft.) in 1 minute, 17.02 seconds. The Streak Eagleis currently in storage at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Jan. 20, 1918Col. William "Billy" Mitchell became chief of Air Service, I Army Corps, upon its organization atNeufchateau, France. Jan. 24, 1978Tactical Air Command deployed eight F-15 Eagle aircraft from Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, to OsanAir Base, Republic of Korea, in the first operational-training deployment of F-15s to the Western Pacific. Jan. 25, 1912Army Lt. Henry H. Arnold established an altitude record over Augusta, Georgia, by reaching 4,674 feet; ittook him 59 minutes to reach that altitude in his Wright Flyer. Arnold, Daedalian Founder Member 2182,is the only military leader to hold 5 stars in two services, and was the first 5-star general of the Air Force. Jan. 28, 1973A B-52 Stratofortress crew performed the last Operation ARC LIGHT sortie, bombing enemy targets inSouth Vietnam at 0628 hours local time. This operation had continued since 1965. Jan. 31, 1914The Navy established its first air station at Pensacola, Florida. Happy 105th birthday to NAS Pensacola!Follow their Facebook page HERE.
Reunions
F-106 All Troops ReunionApril 3-7, 2019
Tucson, ArizonaPOC: Bob [email protected]
Website: https://www.f-106deltadart.com/
41st MAS/ALSMay 9-11, 2019
Charleston AFB, South CarolinaPOC: John Mentavlos
843-337-0515 or [email protected]
USAF UPT Class 70-07 50th Reunion(Willie: Good Grief and Schatzi flights)
Sept. 5-7, 2019Dubuque, Iowa
POC: Steve [email protected]
563-556-8982
Distinguished Flying Cross Society Biennial Reunion
Sept. 15-19, 2019Dayton/Fairborn, OhioPOC: Warren Eastman
[email protected] or 760-985-2810
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