Monthly Archives: January 2019

Tribute: Wayne Boyd Petersen

Posted on 31/01/2019 by Cheeta17

I met ‘Petey’ in 1974 when we were both assigned to the 56 ARRS (Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron) at Korea RTAFB, Thailand. We became friends right away. Pete had come to the squadron from Hawaii where he was a … Continue reading →

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Tributes

Posted on 31/01/2019 by Cheeta17

I am currently 72 and have had a great life. I haven’t done it on my own, by any means. I have always sensed that God has been with me – every step of the way. I came across this … Continue reading →

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“…Take the Bus!”

Posted on 29/01/2019 by Cheeta17

Just after I upgraded to IP (instructor pilot) in the HC-130 I would be assigned to fly 4-hour ‘locals’ with various pilots requiring currency and the like. Often we would take off and fly to one of several other bases … Continue reading →

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King 21: 12 July 1974

Posted on 28/01/2019 by Cheeta17

In December 1973 I reported to the 56th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron (ARRS) at Korat RTAFB, Thailand. I was assigned as an Aircraft Commander (AC) in the HC-130. Our primary mission was “Combat Rescue.” The Vietnam War was “essentially” … Continue reading →

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“Our Town,” My Town…

Posted on 25/01/2019 by Cheeta17
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Who Knew?

Posted on 24/01/2019 by Cheeta17

In the mid 1880’s a rather unknown Chinese laborer came to America to work on the transcontinental railroad. His name was ‘Won Dum Foc.’ When the task was completed, Mr. Foc settled in Utah, married and began a family. He … Continue reading →

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