VP-24 Shipmates
ABBINK, AMEC(AW/NAC) Daniel W. Retired dano8251@ameritech.net "...I served with VP-24 (June 1981 to June 1984), NAMTGD 1011 (August 1984 to August 1987), VP-56 (August 1987 to June 1991), VP-5 (March 1992 to June 1996), RTC Great Lakes (July 1996 to December 2000) and Retired December 2000. I would appreciate any emails from fellow Shipmates..." [31JUL2007]
ABRETSKE, AX1 Anthony I Retired aabret@juno.com "...From 1962 till 1979 I served in VP-7, VP-30, VP-5, VX-1, VP-24, and retired from VP-49 in Sept 1979. Most of my shore duty was at NAS Jacksonville, Florida AMD. I was a "Madman". These were the best years of my life..." [E-Mail Updated 18FEB2000 | 29JUL98]
ABRAHAM, AOC(NAC) Michael F. Retired ballistics_technician@outlook.com "...I served with VP-56, VFA-106, VP-24, VP-62, Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) and retired (04/2011)..." [06MAY2013]
"...ACKERMAN, Barney "Bud"...My husband, Barney "Bud" ACKERMAN, lost his life in an accident near NAS Millington, Tennessee on August 23, 1969 while serving with VP-24. I would love to here from his Shipmates Chris Keizer (sp?) or Kaiser, Cpt K. L. Geitz or any others who remember him when we were stationed at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland, NAS Millington, Tennessee, or NAS Sigonella, Sicily. We also lived at NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island where he was with a VS squadron for a short time. I would really like to hear from anyone that remembers "Bud". Gloria Ackerman gvplaats@hotmail.com..." [22FEB2010]
ADAMS, AMS2 Russell grizpatch@cox.net "...I served with VP-24 (1969-1972) at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland..." [11JAN2016]
ADDINGTON, LTJG H. B. hadwen@southwind.net "...I joined VP-HL-4 in Atlantic City in May of 1947. We rotated to NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada regularly to fly supplies into Bluie West 1 in Greenland when the Fjords were frozen in. We delivered mail, refreshments (booze) and fresh fruit. We were normally on 1 month duration with two aircraft out of the squadron. When not on rotation we were practicing Anti-submarine warfare with the black shoe underwater crews. We also flew into NAS Bermuda, San Juan, NS Roosevelt Roads, PR and went on Air-sea searches for lost ships and/or aircraft. The Squadron was transferred to NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. in I believe the fall of 1948 and continued the same rotations and exercises. VP-HL-3 was also in NAS Patuxent River, Maryland and left later to become "Hurricane Hunters" in Florida. I lost contact and information about VP-HL-4 and would appreciate any information anyone has on it. I have some 8 x 10 photos of our squadron in flight. I donated a model to the Naval Air Museum in Pensacola along with my flight manual and some photos of the squadron in flight. I rotated from sea duty to the Training Command, Pensacola Fla. in Nov. 1949 and left the Navy in April, 1950..." [28APR99]
ADRION, CAPT Robert J. http://www.cprfp.navy.mil/BioCommodore.asp "...CAPT Robert J. Adrion - CPRW-2 - Captain Robert J. Adrion was born in Brooklyn, NY. He was raised in Pine Bush, NY and graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1982. Following designation as a Naval Aviator in February 1984, his first operational assignment was with VP-24. During this tour as a "Batman", he completed deployments to NAS Bermuda and NAS Sigonella, Sicily and served as the Pilot Training, Pilot NATOPS, and Safety/NATOPS Officer. In March 1988, Captain Adrion transferred to the "Pro's Nest" of VP-30 serving as Tactical Training Team Pilot, Aircraft Division Officer and Pilot Training Officer. His following sea duty was as the Operations Administration Officer aboard the USS SARATOGA where he qualified as an Officer of the Deck and deployed to the Mediterranean Sea in support of NATO operations in Bosnia. In August 1993, Captain Adrion reported to the "Screaming Eagles" of VP-1 in NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii, serving as the Command Services and Maintenance Officer. During his tour, he deployed to the western Pacific and Indian Oceans in support of United Nations' sanctions against Iraq. Following his Department Head tour, Captain Adrion was assigned to the Bureau of Naval Personnel in Washington, DC to serve as the VP / VQ Combat Placement Officer. In July 1997, he was selected to attend the Marine Command and Staff College in Quantico, VA where he completed a Masters Degree in Military Science. Captain Adrion reported to NAS Brunswick, Maine in March of 1999, serving as Executive Officer and Commanding Officer of VP-26. From April 2001 to March 2003, he was Training Officer for Commander Patrol and Reconnaissance Force Atlantic and from March 2003 to March 2005 he was assigned to the Joint Staff as the Deputy Division Chief and Division Chief for the J-3 Reconnaissance Operations Division..." [08DEC2005]
"...ALBENZI, AT2 Angelo...To all who knew AT2 Angelo Albenzi who served with VP-24 as an IFT from 1977 to 1979 and was searching for those of the squadron that served with him. After avionics training at NATTC Memphis, Tennessee from 1975-1976, he went for additional training VP-30 NAS Jacksonville, Florida, 1976-1977 and became attached to VP-24 as IFT, AT2, from 1977-1979. From there to NADU, 1979-1981. Angelo fought a good fight, from the very beginning when he was diagnosed with cancer as a child. He managed to stay free from it almost until the end. Angelo went on after his service to obtain a B.A.in Accounting from PennState University and worked in the field until his late 30's. It was about that time that I think the cancer had probably started to come back, but he was unaware of ti until about 2 years prior to his death. Angelo died in June of 2003. I knew him for the past 13 years and would be happy to relate details of his life to any of his former crewmembers and comrades that are interested. I hope that some of you were able to contact him from his posting on this site prior to his death. God bless is soul and may he finally rest in peace...B. Brown bhayesbr@aol.com..." [24AUG2004]
ALBENZI, AT2 Angelo "Al" aalbenzi@magpage.com "...I served with VP-24 as an IFT from 1977 to 1979. I am searching for those of the squadron that served with me, especially those that flew with me into hostile airspace. To my fellow Shipmates, crewmembers, friends and comrades and to the best years of my life! After avionics training at NATTC Memphis, Tennessee from 1975-1976, I went for additional training VP-30, NAS Jacksonville, Florida, 1976-1977. I became attached to VP-24 as IFT, AT2, from 1977-1979. From there to Naval Air Development Center, 1979-1981. I would enjoy hearing from anyone that I served with..." [08JAN2002]
"...ALVAREZ, AW3 Robert J. "Bob"...My brother, AW3 Robert J. "Bob" Alvarez, served with VP-24 (1978-1980) and flew with CAC-7. Bob passed away June 8th, 2015. I would like to hear from any of his former Shipmates..." Contributed by Frank Alvarez alvarezdowningtown@gmail.com [PIX Updated 23FEB2023 | PIX Updated 27MAR2017 | 21NOV2016]
ALVAREZ, Robert mcsurvey@juno.com "...AW3, VP-24, CAC-7 1978-1980 from Boston, Mass..." [24APR2000]
AMBROSE, Gary ggary.ambrose@randolph.af.mil "...Bull Ensign for the Batmen (VP-24) from Feb 92 to decommission. Will assist with any reunions or things of that sort. Looking to say hello to all BATMEN..." [E-Mail Updated 27OCT99 | 25OCT99]
AMES, REAR ADMIRAL Christopher Conlan http://www.transcom.mil/bios/tcames.pdf "...Rear Admiral (Lower Half) Christopher Conlan Ames is the director of Plans and Policy (J5), United States Transportation Command, Scott Air Force Base, Ill. Prior to reporting to USTRANSCOM, the admiral was commander, Amphibious Squadron THREE. During his 26-year career, the admiral was the assistant navigator, USS AMERICA (CV 66); Commanding Officer, VP-16; Commanding Officer, Amphibious Assault Ship USS TARAWA (LHA-1); and deputy for operations, United States Pacific Command. He is a Naval aviator with more than 2,000 hours in the P-3C aircraft. EDUCATION: 1976 Bachelor of science, U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Md. 1991 Masters in public administration, The John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass. ASSIGNMENTS: 1. June 1976 – August 1976, student, Naval Aviation Schools Command, Pensacola, Fla. 2. August 1976 – February 1977, student, VT-2, NAS Whiting Field, Milton, Florida. 3. February 1977 – February 1977, student, Naval Aviation Schools Command, NAS Pensacola, Florida. 4. February 1977 – July 1977, student, VT-31, NAS Corpus Christi, Texas 5. July 1977 – November 1977, student, VP-31, NAS Pensacola, Florida. 6. November 1977 – January 1981, instructor pilot/senior NATOPS pilot evaluator, VP-48, NAS Moffett Field, California. 7. February 1981 – March 1982, Joint Chief of Staff intern, Strategic Planner, J5 Strategy Division, Plans and Policy Directorate, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C. 8. April 1982 – October 1982, aide and administrative assistant to the Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Plans, Policy and Operations, OP-06, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C. 9. October 1982 – December 1983, flag lieutenant, Third Fleet, Pacific 10. December 1983 – April 1986, assistant navigator, USS AMERICA (CV-66), aircraft carrier, Atlantic 11. April 1986 – May 1989, maintenance officer, VP-30, then operations officer, VP-24, NAS Jacksonville, Florida. 12. May 1989 – July 1990, assistant Washington placement, Naval Military Personnel Command, Washington, D.C. 13. July 1990 – June 1991, student, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass. 14. July 1991 – February 1994, executive officer, then Commanding Officer, VP-16, NAS Jacksonville, Florida. 15. February 1994 – May 1994, executive assistant to the commander, CPW-11, NAS Jacksonville, Florida. 16. May 1994 – August 1994, under instruction, Senior Officer Ship Material Readiness Course, Newport Naval Station, R.I. 17. August 1994 – December 1997, executive officer, then commanding officer, USS TARAWA (LHA 1), Amphibious Assault Ship, Pacific 18. December 1997 – July 2000, deputy for Operations, U.S. Pacific Command, Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii 19. August 2000 – April 2002, commander, Amphibious Squadron THREE, San Diego, Calif. 20. April 2002 – present, director of Plans and Policy (J5), United States Transportation Command, Scott AFB, Ill..." [24JUN2003]
AMICK, Ron raamick@mtnhome.com "...I served with VP-24 from 1959-62 and VP-18 from 1964-1967..." [09AUG2005]
ANDERSON, AE2 Bob "Andy" andy_bob13@hotmail.com "...I served VP-24 (1969-1973). A few of my Shipmates were Ed Soroka, Mike Randall, Don Schultz, Terry Qaunrude to name a few!..." [05JAN2013]
ANDREWS, Bill bandrews59@yahoo.com "...AW '77-'89/LDO '89-'98. Retired 2/98. Served in VP-22(81-85), CPW2(85-88), VP-24(91-95), and VP-30(95-98). Let me know of any Reunion..." [E-Mail Updated 16AUG2001 | 07JUN98]
ARKON AC1 Steven M. Retired sarkon@twlakes.net "...Served with USS Coral Sea (CVA-43) from September 1963 - February 1964, NSD Machanicsburg, PA March 1964 - July 1964, VP-24 NAS Norfolk, Virginia from August 1964 - September 1969, NAS Alameda, California from October 1969 - February 1971, VP-40 NAS Moffett Field, California from March 1971 - November 1975, NALF Goliad, TX from December 1975 - November 1979, NAS Keflavik, Iceland from December 1979 - December 1981, and NATTC Memphis, Tennessee from January 1981 - September 1983. My Navy carrier was very wide spread. Starting out as a FN on the USS Coral Sea (CVA-43) and ending up as an Air Traffic Controller teaching ATC School in NAS Memphis, Tennessee. During my VP days I was an AO2 and was on several crews, but mainly with VP-24. I was on crew 4 and 6. In VP-40 I was on the intently famous Crew 13. Being retired now I work for a Banking Software Company and jet around the country fixing computers and networks. I live in a little 5.5 ac. ranch on the Cumberland River in Middle Tennessee, with my wife Windy three sons and 2 horses 2 cats a dog and 1 turtle called Taz..." [07DEC2002]
ARNDT, AW3 Karl H. karl9@talkcity.com "...I served in VP-24 85-88. I Have many happy memories from those years including deployments to NAS Sigonella, Sicily and NAS Bermuda. I was mostly in CAC-8, and I recognize a few names here. I would love to hear from any of you guys from that time..." [18AUG2000]
ARSCOTT, Bob bobarscott@sgmnow.com "...I was in VP-24 in 1954 to 1956 stationed back and forth at NAS Chincoteague, Virginia and Halfa Malta. Is there anyone who was also stationed there at that time - I would like to hear from you..." [02JUN2002]
ASKEY, GF2 John P. pavelochkay@worldnet.att.net "...I served in VPB-124 from may 1945 to May 1946. I was discharged; reenlisted and went to VP-24 in March/April 1949. I served until July 1956 with a break for "B" school sometime in 1953. I made one Reunion, which was in NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. I'm still in contact with James (Buck) Buchanan who lives in Arizona. I was an ARM 2/c, then changed to GF 2/c..." [16JUL2001]
AUSTIN, Gary B. JAGSMAN@BELELSOUTH.NET "...I RETIRED IN OCT. 91 AND HAVE LOST TOUCH WITH MOST OF MY OLD FRIENDS. I SERVED IN VP-5, VP-30, VP-24, AND FASO DET MAYPORT. I MISS FLYING WITH MY CREW AND READING TO MESSAGE BOARDS AND REALLY KNOWING WHATS GOING ON AROUND THE GLOBE. I'AM NOW WORKING AS A DVOP IN THE ORANGE PARK JOBS & BENEFITS OFFICE IN ORANGE PARK, FL. 904-213-3060 EXT 111. IF YOU NEED HELP FINDING WORK CALL ME, I'LL HELP..." [23APR99]
BACHELLER, AD1 Ken Retired KTABACH@MSN.com "...I was a P-3 Flight Engineer with VP-16, VP-24, and VP-62 NAS Jacksonville, Florida..." [07APR2003]
BAHTO, George ggb313@aol.com "...I served VP-24 when we were station at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland - flew as head electronics - 2nd class Petty officer - 1st Radioman - I flew on HA-7 from sometime in 1952 to 1954..." [E-Mail Updated 02APR2005 | 06SEP98]
BAKKER, MCPO Denny Retired pecanguy@gmail.com "...I served with VP-44 (1967-1971), VP-30 (1971-1974), VQ-2 (1974-1977), VX-1 (1977-1979), Navy Military PersonnelCommand (NMPC) Detachment NAS Dallas, Texas (1979-1985), VP-24 (1985-1988) and VP-30 (1988-1991). I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 08DEC2014 | E-Mail Updated 01OCT2000 | E-Mail Updated 03SEP99 | 09NOV97]
BARBER, AVCM Carl L. clbarber@aol.com "...VAHM-13/VP-24 8/57-9/60; VW-15/VW-13 1/61-7/62; NATTC NAS Memphis, Tennessee 3/63-3/66; VP-4 8/66-2/69; NAMTD12 NAS Moffett Field, California 3/69-5/72; CPWP 5/72-10/76; NAMTRAGRU NAS Memphis, Tennessee 10/76-11/79..." [25MAY99]
BARNEY, AVCM Bruce Retired ibbarney@comcast.net "...Joined the Navy in 1969. After AW training and from 1970-1975, was stationed in VP-8 NAS Patuxent River, Maryland until a homeport change that took the squadron to NAS Brunswick, Maine In 1975, I changed rate from AW2 to AX2 and was assigned to VP-30 as an Inflight Tech from 1975-1978. Then to VP-16 from 1978-1982 as a Inflight Tech where I made AXC. 1982-1984 was assigned to VP-30 Framp as an Inflight Tech Instructor where I made AXCS. Went to VP-24 from 1984-1986 as an Inflight Tech and Maintenance Control Supervisor and made AVCM. Final tour from 1986-1989 was COMPATWINGSLANT Det NAS Jacksonville, Florida Advanced Maritime Projects Office. Retired in Dec 89..." [E-Mail Updated 24MAY2004 | E-Mail Updated 05MAY2003 | E-Mail Updated 21MAY99 | E-Mail Updated 23JAN99 | 14DEC97] [Updated ICQ# 277185191 | ICQ# 215446 215446]
BARRERAS, Andy starship@clark.net"...I am a P-3 Flight Engineer currently serving as one of the aircrew detailers in DC. I just came from VQ-2 in Rota. Before that I was in VP-24 then VAQ-33 in Key West, Fl..."
"...BAXLEY, CMC Frank ...Frank Baxley, 64, died Feb. 12th, 2006 at his home in Lexington Park, Md. Frank is the son of the late John Lester Baxley Sr and Marguerite Brown Baxley of Marion Sc. Frank has worked for the government since 1961 - first as active duty Navy, and then as a civil servant at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. He joined Navy in 1961 and went through boot camp in San Diego. He attended Anti-Submarine Warfare electronics technician, advanced electronics training in NAS Millington, Tennessee. Followed with flight crew operator training in NAS Norfolk, Virginia and P2V specific training in NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Frank's I first duty station as an operator was with VP-56 at NAS Norfolk, Virginia. Deployments included NS Rota, Spain, NAS Sigonella, Sicily, NAS Keflavik, Iceland, and detachments in NS Roosevelt Roads, PR, Crete, Greece, NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal, and NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. While assigned to VP-56 Frank logged 5000 flight hours in 5 years. I After his arduous duty with VP-56 during the Cuban missile crisis, Frank transferred to VP-30 to attend 16 weeks of factory training for computer and data processing systems. After returning to NAS Patuxent River, Maryland he attended In-Flight Technician (IFT) training at NAMTRADET, NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. As an IFT with VP-24 he made four deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland. He was then assigned to NAMTRADET NAS Jacksonville, Florida as P-3C IFT and Weapon Systems Technician instructor. He also taught community college electronics theory and all related math necessary to get a First Class Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license. He then transferred to NAS Moffett Field, California VP-48 serving as the Maintenance/Material Control Senior Chief and Command Senior Chief when he retired from the NAVY. After retiring in 1982 from the NAVY he continued supporting the Maritime Surveillance Aircraft RM&S department for Naval Air Systems Command. In 1985 he then accepted his first Government Service position as Engineering Technician, Antisubmarine AlC Test Directorate for NATC serving as manager of the airborne advanced signal processor being developed for incorporation into the P-3 Update IV aircraft. With the initiation of the P-7A development in 1989, his duties expanded to include the oversight of concurrent integration of the Update IV avionics suite into the P-7A airframe design. 1993 he was promoted as an Engineering Technician, Force Warfare Aircraft Directorate, NAWCAD as the Technical Lead for the P-3C Anti-surface Warfare Improvement Program (AlP). He developed the groundbreaking acquisition strategy based on the extensive use of Commercial-Off-The-Shelf/Non-Development Items. He led the technical integrated program team through program concept definition, requirements and location to a successful ACAT II P-3C Update IV mission avionics upgrade program. I 1996 assisted the P-3 PMA office coordinating staffing of issues with Program Executive Offices and Financial Management offices. 1997 until his Government service retirement, September 2005 he managed the P-3 AlP, BMUP, FMS, and P-8A MMA , Mission System logistics. Frank was an active member of the Lion's Club of Lexingiton Park and enjoyed volunteering his time at historic St. Mary's City. Frank and his family call St Mary's County home since his retirement from the Navy in 1982...St. Mary's Today Sunday, February 19, 2006..." WebSite: St. Mary's Today http://www.stmarystoday.com/ [19FEB2006]
BAYLESS, ADCS Charles B. (C.B.) Retired CBAYLESS@cfl.rr.com "...Served in VP-10 from November 1962-September 1964, VP-56 from February 1969-June 1972, and VP-24 from June 1975-June 1978. Other duty stations: NATTC NAS Memphis, Tennessee from October 1958-December 1960, VF-161 from December 1960-November 1962, VF-101 from September 1964-October 1968, NAS Patuxent River, Maryland from October 1968-February 1969, NAS Jacksonville, Florida from June 1972-June 1975 and NARF NAS Jacksonville, Florida from June 1978-July 1981. Retired NARF NAS Jacksonville, Florida on July 1981..." [05APR2000]
BAZILE, Richard bazmar@sbcglobal.net "...I served with VP-24 (1969-1971) with deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland working in the "Line Shack." I would appreciate any informataion on any future Reunions..." [09SEP2021]
"...BEAVERS, LCDR Troy C...My father-in-law, Troy C. Beavers, was a naval aviator during WWII. He flew PBY's (Black Cats) for VP-24 and VPB-24. I believe he started in VP-6. He stayed in the Navy after the war and eventually retired as LCDR. He became a school teacher and, later, school principal. He died in July 2002...Clifford E. Jackson cliffmary@att.net..." [E-Mail Updated 22APR2010 | 18JAN2005]
BECK, CAPTAIN Tom Retired tombeck84@gmail.com "...I served with VP-24 (1986-1990), VP-68 (1993-1995) at NAF Andrews, Maryland, VP-66 (1995-2000) at NAS Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, NAS Keflavik, Iceland, United States European Command (EUCOM) in Germany, 6th Fleet at NAF Naples, Italy and retired from the reserves in 2014. I live in Annapolis MD (301.461.1366)..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 18JAN2019 | 06JUN99]
BECKWITH, CAPTAIN Reynolds Retired http://boatcoach.tripod.com/flightline/id55.html "...Service dates: September, 1943 to September, 1975. Graduated USNA, 1949, USNPGS, MSEE (1953-1956) and Armed Forces Staff College. Aircraft flown: P4Y-2, P2V-3, SP2H, SNB, SH-3A/D, H-34, UH-1B (gunship) Squadrons: VP-871 / VP-19, VX-1, VP-24, HS-7, HS-10, and HA(L)-3. Commands: CO/XO HS-7, CO HS-10, and CO HA(L)-3. Served in Korean and Vietnam Wars; as Director, Air Division, OP-95; Operations Officer on USS Princeton (LPH-7). Awards: Legion of Merit (V), DFC, Air Medals, Vietnamese Navy DSO, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry..." [05JUL2003]
BEERY, AD1 Lawrence D. "Dave" Retired davevah21@cox.net "...I served with VP-24, VAH-21 (1967-06/1969), VA-104 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida, VA-106 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida, VF-101 Detachment NAS Key West, Florida. NAS Jacksonville, Florida, NAS Moffett Field, California, NAS Norfolk, Virginia, NAS Patuxent River, Maryland, NS Sangley Point, Philippines, NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam, NADC (Warminister) Johnsville, Pennsylvania, USS Forestal CVA-58 (1958-1959) Med cruise, USS Essex CA-9 (1959-1960) Med cruise, USS Nimitz CVAN-68 (1975) NATO cruise with visits to Edenburo, Scotland. Willhelmshaven, Germany and Portsmouth, England and USS Nimitz CVAN-68 Med cruse (1976-1977). I enlisted July 1957 (17 yrs old) and retired May 1977. Have seen many places in this ol' world with NO regrets. Wish I could do it all over again!..." [13AUG2016]
BELLAMY, Dave bellamyd@worldnet.att.net "...I served with VP-47 (1969), VP-64 (1971), VP-30 (1972), RAF 206 (1975), VP-24 (1978), VP-10 (1981), and NAS Bermuda (1987). Looking forward to Andy Jampoler's book about the VP-9 ditching (ADAK, The Rescue of Alfa Foxtrot 586) due to be published in April 2003..." [04MAR2003]
BELUSCAK, LCDR TIMOTHY J. II beluscak@earthlink.net "...VP-24 NAS Jacksonville, Florida 1989-1992 and VP-62 NAS Jacksonville, Florida 1992. PRESENT TACTICAL COORDINATOR (NFO) CURRENTLY SERVING AS A SELECTED RESERVIST CREW-06..." [E-Mail Updated 13NOV2000 | 01MAR98]
BENDGEN, PO1 Leonard leebendgen@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-24 during their move from NAS Norfolk, Virginia to NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. I deployed with them to NAS Keflavik, Iceland and NS Roosevelt Roads, PR. I later served in HS-85 at NAS Alameda, California..." [28NOV2009]
BENNETT, AW3 Stanley W. swbenn@ipa.net "...EX VP-24 sailor here. I enlisted in July 67. I attended bootcamp in San Diego (393) NAS Memphis, Tennessee. I then served with VP-24 ( NAS Patuxent River, Maryland) until April of 71. I would love to here from any one who remembers me. The sacred cow is still alive (152727 LR 27 Crew 4)..." [15MAY99]
BENTLEY, LCDR Alan C. Retired abent@verizon.net "...I served with VP-31 (1963) at NAS North Island, San Diego, California, VP-28 (1963-1964) at NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii with a deployment to NAS Iwakuni, Japan, COMFAIRALASKA Detachment NAS Adak, Alaska (1964-1966), VP-46 (1966-07/1968) at NAS Moffett Field, California with a deployment to NAF Naha, Okinawa, Japan, U-Tapao Royal Thailand Air Force Base, Thailand and NAS Adak, Alaska. I left Active Duty (Enlisted) and served with VP-62 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida while attending Florida State and come back (Active Duty) with VP-24 NAS Jacksonville, Florida as a TACCO and newly minted ENS with deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland, FASOTRAGRULANT (1976-1979) as a NFO Instructor Detachment NAS Jacksonville, Florida, USS Forrestal (CV-59) (1979-1981) as VP NFO, Commander in Chief, U.S. Naval Forces, Europe (CINCUSNAVEUR) Staff (1981-1985) and I retired in 1988 on the Staff of NTC Orlando, Florida. All together not a bad run of 27 years..." [E-Mail Updated 07NOV2013 | E-Mail Updated 05MAY2006 | E-Mail Updated 09NOV99 | E-Mail Updated 13JUN99 | 02FEB99]
BIGGAR, Thomas H. dtbiggar@comcast.net "...I enlisted in AUG 1963, went to A school ADJ in Tenn. Assigned to VP-24 during split deployment NAS Keflavik, Iceland and NS Rota, Spain. I was lucky and went to NAS Keflavik, Iceland. Served on LR-1, LR-11 and LR-4. Flew with Dimond Dick Dixon and many others. Discharged in Dec 1966..." [13JAN2005]
BIRD, CWO3 Dennis Retired dkbird@earthlink.net"...BUPERS from from 1976 to 1979, VP-24 from 1979 to 1982, Detachment NAS Point Mugu, California and NAS Dallas, Texas from 1982 to 1985, NAS Sigonella, Sicily from 1989 to 1992, VP-1 from 1992 to 1995, CPW-10 (NAS Whidbey Island, Washington) from 1996 to 1998 and retired August 1, 1998. Currently working as a Learning and Development Specialist for Northrop Grumman Corporation in St. Augustine, FL..." [BIO Updated 19NOV2007 | E-Mail/BIO Updated 25MAY99 | Updated E-Mail 04SEP98 | Updated 15MAY98]
BISHOP, ADJ2 Gary L. gary@worldmissionsfarcorners.com "...I served with VP-24 from December 4, 1966 to December 13, 1968. I was a Plane Captain on SP2H (P2V-7) on triple nickle 7 with LT Whealton and LT(jg) Magalis. When we moved to NAS Patuxent River, Maryland I was a FE on LR7 with CDR Gruenwald and LT Maglis. I was on crew with Stephens, Mack and Wilgus. I went to the Naval Reserves at NAS Dallas, Texas in 1969. I transfered over to the Air Force reserves and the reserve unit sent me to Air Force OTC and then Pilot Training atCraig AFB, Alabama. I ended up in the 182 Tactiacal Fighter group which flew F-100 D, F-4D and F16s. I flew for several corporations and served as Director of the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics and then became the Executive Director of Pittsburgh International Airport. In 1998 my wife and I were called into full-time missionary service as the President/CEO of Mission Aviation Fellowship..." [15MAY2010]
BLOOM, Fred fbloom1@comcast.net "...I served with VP-24 from 1962 through 1964, Cuba during missle crisis, just learned how tense it was at that time in the states from my local movie house. Would love to learn whereabouts of Deke Weaver, John Thompson, Larry Creswell, Jack Vita, John Videgar, and others. After VP-24 returned to school, became M.D. and live and practice in Sarasota, FL. Hope y'all are well..." [E-Mail Updated 20FEB2005 | 28JUN2001]
BLUMBERG, AW2 David david@blumberg.cc "...I served with VP-24 from 1976-1978. If you are a VP-24 shipmate, register with http://www.Planetall.com and attach your name to the VP-24 group. Would like to hear from you..." [E-Mail Updated 27DEC2007 | E-Mail Updated 07JAN2003 | E-Mail Updated 13OCT2001 | 11DEC97]
BOATRIGHT, Rudy rboatright@lsijax.com"...Served in VP-18 from 11/61 to 4/64, VP-23 from 7/69 to 12/72, VP-24 from 7/76 to 8/89, and VP-30 from 8/79 to 8/82. Saw some names who looked familiar, and will try and get in touch..."
BOBBITT, John RETBBSTACR@JUNCT.COM "...Served with VP-24 from 56-60, VP-18 from 64-68, VP-5 during the 70's, and Retired fom NAMTRA Det 75. Send me an E-mail if you remember me...Also served with VAHM-13..." [E-Mail Updated 05DEC2001 | BIO Updated 12FEB99 | [09FEB99]
BORRESEN, Dave jetsdad@concentric.net "...Former AW in VP-24, VP-62...then did some boat time and time in ASWOC NAS Keflavik, Iceland. To all my former Shipmates, take care and good luck..." [23MAY98]
BOSARGE, CAPTAIN Roy rbosarge@erols.com "...I was a NFO (NAV/COMM; TACCO, Mission Commander) in VP-24 from May 1979 to May 1982. During this time, I served with some of the finest people that I've ever known. I have particularly fond memories of flying with Killer Crew 6 during the WestPac/ NAS Bermuda deployment in 1981. I also remember some great flights in our BEARTRAP bird (LR-5). Would love to hear from some old squadronmates..." [05NOV2000]
"...BOSWORTH, ADR1 Warren R...Why did it take the death of my Dad, Warren R. Bosworth, to find out that he was in Vietnam before it was a WAR. Good grief. Dad served with VP-21 and VP-24. I miss my bat man. He was my Dah and I never got to know that part of him. I would have loved to fly with ya'll. yocom@bellsouth.net..." [14APR2009]
BOURGEOIS, Dennis L. dlbourg@msn.com "...I had 2 VP tours. My first VP was with VP-11 out of NAS Brunswick, Maine from July/August 1963 to March/April 1965. At that time VP-11 was flying P2Vs. My second VP tour was with VP-24, first in NAS Norfolk, Virginia then NAS Patuxent River, Maryland, from August 1966 to August 1970. Early in this tour VP-24 transitioned from the P2V to the P-3C..." [BIO Updated 04JAN2002 | 08OCT97]
BOYETT, Lynda (Ross) LyndBoyett@aol.com "...I was an AZ1 with VP-24 85-89, then NAMTRADET 1011. I would love to catch up with former shipmates..."
BOYLE, AO3 Joe patron24circa1968@comcast.net "...I served with VP-24 (1968-1970). I worked for AOC Youngson and flew with Crew-1. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 22APR2013 | E-Mail Updated 21MAR2010 | 07AUG2003]
BOZIN, REAR ADMIRAL Stanley D. http://www.chinfo.navy.mil/navpalib/people/flags/biographies/bozinsd.html "...Rear Adm. Stanley D. Bozin, a native of Union, New Jersey, graduated from Rutgers College of Engineering at New Brunswick, New Jersey in 1974 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering. He received his commission in November of 1974 through the Aviation Reserve Officer Candidate Program and was designated a Naval Aviator in December 1975. Following flight training, he reported to VP-48 at NAS Moffett Field, California. Achieving designation as a Patrol Plane Commander, Mission Commander and Instructor Pilot, he deployed to NAS Adak, Alaska and NAS Misawa, Japan. While attached to VP-48, he served as Communications Officer, AW Division Officer, Schedules Officer, Flight Officer and Assistant Operations Officer. In October 1979, Rear Adm. Bozin reported to the Naval Air Development Center in Warminster, Pennsylvania. There he served as the Schedules Officer, Test and Evaluation Project Support Officer and Aircraft Maintenance Department Head. While attached to Naval Air Development Center he flew all variants of the P3C aircraft, and also qualified as Plane Commander and Instructor Pilot in the UC-27 aircraft. Rear Adm. Bozin was then ordered to the USS Coral Sea as the Assistant Navigator in January 1983. He deployed with the "Ageless Warrior" on the "around the world cruise" and homeport change from Alameda, California to Norfolk, Virginia. In June 1985, Rear Adm. Bozin reported to the Naval Postgraduate School at Monterey, California. Upon graduation in December 1986, he received a Master of Science Degree in Financial Management. Following refresher training. Rear Adm. Bozin reported to VP-45 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida in May 1987. During his tour, he served as Maintenance Officer, Mission Commander and Instructor Pilot deploying to NAS Sigonella, Sicily. In January 1989, Rear Adm. Bozin reported to the Office of Chief of Naval Operations, Air Warfare (OP-OS), as the lead Naval Aircraft Procurement Program and Budget Analyst. In May 1991, he reported to VP-24 on deployment in NAS Keflavik, Iceland as the Executive Officer. In May 1992, he assumed command of VP-24 and deployed to NAS Sigonella, Sicily in October 1992. While in NAS Sigonella, Sicily, Rear Adm.(sel) Bozin was assigned as Commander, Task Group 67.1. On deployment, the squadron worked closely with the USS John F. Kennedy Battle Group and participated in OPERATIONS DESERT CALM, MARITIME MONITOR/GUARD, RESTORE HOPE and ASSURED VICTOR. In June 1993, Rear Adm. Bozin reported to the Assistant Secretary of the Navy (FM&C), as the Assistant to the Appropriations Matters Office. He was assigned as the lead liaison for all Navy Research, Development, Test and Evaluation programs between Congressional Appropriations committees and senior navy leadership. On August 15, 1996, Rear Adm. Bozin assumed command of CPW-10 at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington. In addition to his Wing Commander training oversight responsibilities, he also assumed the operational duties as Commander, Task Group 12.1. In June 1998, he was assigned to the J8 Directorate of the Joint Staff as the Division Chief for the Sea, Air, Space, Superiority Assessment Division. He provided assessments as directed by the Joint Requirements Oversight Council and reported to the Chairman of the Joint Staff. The Chairman used this information in communications with the Secretary of Defense on budget preparation and issues. In May 2000, Rear Adm. Bozin reported to the Assistant Secretary of the Navy (FM&C), as the Head of the Appropriations Matters Office. Rear Adm. Bozin has been awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal, two Legion of Merit Medals, two Meritorious Service Medals, the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, and various other unit awards..." [24JUN2003]
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]
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, Lawrence bradley@email.kcc.edu "...I served with VP-24 from 1962 thru July 1965..." [06MAY2000]
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]
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]
BRICKLER, Joe brickhaus43@aol.com "...I served with 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]
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]
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]
BRITCLIFFE, Bill billbritcliffe@msn.com "...I served with VP-24 (1961-1965) as a Radio Operator..." [30JUL2013]
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]
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]
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]
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]
BUDDE, Tom tbudde420@aol.com "...Tours included ROC NEWPORT, RI 7204, VXE-6, VP-24, and VP-60. Anyone know the whereabouts of Harry Peterson VP-24 1976-1979? Wife Sue or his son Geoffrey? Reply to my e-mail or phone at (319)556-5361..." [29JUL98]
BUONI, LCDR Fred Retired fbuoni@cox.net "...I served with VP-5 from 1984 through 1987 (LCDR), VP-24 from 1994 until DECOM in 1995, and the MO in VP-46, "The Grey Knights" from 1995 to 1996. Retired in 2002..." [E-Mail Updated 17SEP2002]
BURNS, AO1 Barnie ao1p3fe@yahoo.com "...I have been in VP aviation from July 1973 to April 1988 doing inflight Ord duties out of NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Had alot of fun with VP's VP-24, VP-16, VP-5, VP-45, VP-56, and VP-49. Then out for 8 years and sure missed the flying. Returned in August 1988 to fly with VP-62, still in NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Went Flight Engineer in 1999 and now am attached to VP-94 here in NAS New Orleans, Louisiana. Couldn't begin to describe the times (both good and bad) I had in the trusty P-3. She always brought me home, sometimes with less than 4 engines, but still brought me home. Wouldn't trade pratforms for anything! Am looking forward to swapping sea stories with old Shipmates. Remember...IYAOYAS!..." [05MAR2003]
BURNS, ATCS Wesley E. Retired wes@cpbid.com "...I served with VP-24 from January 1961 to November 1963. I was discharged on the day President Kennedy was assassinated. I served as a radioman and MAD Operator on LR-8. LT Meyers was the pilot and LT McCullough (I think) Co-Pilot. The only crew members I can remember were AD Harry Windslow, AE1 George Peters and AO3 Fred Knight. I remember the Cuban Crisis flying endless hours rigging ships, NAS Keflavik, Iceland and holding onto the ropes in blinding snow storms to find your way around and the great time we had in Norway, can't remember the base we flew out of but it was a young man's dream. I spent a year and a half in civilian life and then reentered the service in 1965. My career was as ships company aboard the aircraft carriers Saratoga, Kennedy, and Independence. Ashore I taught at NAMTRADET Oceana. I retired February 1983 as an ATCS. I went on to consult to the US Department of State and US Customs assisting in the flight testing and selection of aviation electronics equipment for their aviation drug interdiction programs in the states and world-wide. Hello to all my Shipmates! If you know where I can get the squadron patch of that time, or emblem, I would appreciate it..." [01APR2010]
BURGESS, AW2 Chet chet@cburgess.net "...I served with VP-24 (1968-1969) as Jezebel Operator on Crew-12. We participated in the search for the Scorpion, and also flew Project Beartrap missions during 1969 on the first operational deployment of a Soviet Yankee-class SSBN into the Atlantic Ocean..." [31OCT2014]
BUTCHER, Larry shado50@aol.com "...I served with VP-24 as a jet mechanic from 1971 through 1972..." [E-Mail Updated 21FEB2002 | 18NOV99]
CALANDE, CDR John Retired usn21@earthlink.net "...I served with VP-24 from 1965 through 1968, VP-30 from 1968 through 1970, and VP-56 from 1970 through 1972. I flew P2V Neptunes, SP2H-P2v7 Neptunes, P-3A and P-3B Orions. I was one of the original seven pilots to go to Lockheed for P-3C Factory training..." [E-Mail Updated 11NOV2000 | 27OCT99]
CALL, AT2 Richard RCALL90519@aol.com "...I flew as radio op (AT-2) with VP-24 out of NAS Norfolk, Virginia from 1960 to 1962. We flew the missile crisis out of GITMO from October 24th till mid November 1962. I was due to get out on October 23, 62 but got extended like everyone else. I didn't get out until December 1962, it really changed my plans and my life. At the time that we were in the middle of it I had no idea what an incredible thing the world was experiencing. I just wanted a cold beer, a place to sleep and a swim. I wonder if "dumb kids at war" always think so small. Give me a call if you want to talk about it. 615-376-2333..." [04FEB2001]
CAMDEN, ABHC Thomas H. Retired tomc@townsqr.com "...I served with VP-24 from July 1966 through November 1966 at NAS Norfolk, Virginia as an ABH2 in charge of the line crew. I believe it was the most enjoyble time I spent in the Navy. VPers are a close family..." [06MAY2000]
CAMPBELL, CAPTAIN Chip ccampbe1@juno.com "...TACCO; Served with VP-24 "Batman" Jul 78 - Jul 81; two deployments to NAS Sigonella, Sicily ('78; '79), and the "infamous" 4-crew, 3-plane Det to WestPac/ NAS Bermuda ('81 -- 3 months between NAF Kadena, Okinawa, Japan, Diego, NAS Cubi Point, Philippines; followed for 4 great months in NAS Bermuda -- not much more a bacholer could ask for!!). Spent alot of hours "trapping" in LR5! With VP-93 "Executioners" as a SELRES Aug 84 - Decommisioning (Sept 94). Had great AT's in NAS Bermuda, NS Rota, Spain, Lajes, UK (during Desert Storm), Key West (Haiti), NAS Sigonella, Sicily (Operation Sharp Guard -- where we were hosted by none other than my old squadron VP-24). VP was a great ride, and a wonderful family. The flying days are over (since VP was shut down at Selfridge ANGB (Detroit), but the spirit lives on! Sorry to see both my squadrons decommissioned. Did command NR TSC 1173 ( NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii) from 94-96, and "rejoined" the VP community at RIMPAC96. The TSC world and RIMPAC96 was like a VP Reunion! Presently CO of NR CVN69 USS Dwight D. Eisenhower 0373 at Selfridge ANGB. Based on my at-sea period aboard IKE last year, I think the VP community had more than the "extra bucks" going for it..." [05MAR98]
CAMPBELL, Gary M. garydona@winco.net "...I was with VA(HM)13/VP-24 from Oct.'57 until my discharge in Oct '59. Served as 2nd radioman under J. T. Givens until his discharge then I was the radioman on LR-9 with LTCDR Gard as Pilot..." [06OCT2000]
CAMPBELL, Ian (Mikie C.) beebleque@aol.com "...Served with VP-24 from 1987-1991. I started with CAC-11 and went to CAC-7. We were so good at what we did - that sometimes Ii had to kiss myself. Deployed to NAS Bermuda, NAS Sigonella, Sicily, and NAS Keflavik, Iceland. Looking back, it was some of the most exciting times in life. If any old friends want to say "hi" please do and e-mail me..." [13JAN2003]
CANNON, CDR Sean http://www.nasjax.navy.mil/vp5/front.htm "...Commander Cannon graduated from the U. S. Naval Academy in 1986 and earned Naval Aviator designation in 1988. Following initial P-3C Orion training, he reported to VP-24 for Cold War anti-submarine warfare deployments to NAS Sigonella, Sicily and NAS Keflavik, Iceland. In 1995, Commander Cannon reported to Commander, Cruiser-Destroyer Group TWO embarked in USS George Washington (CVN 73). As Assistant Air Operations Officer and Flag Tactical Action Officer, he deployed to the Mediterranean Sea and Arabian Gulf. Commander Cannon joined VPU-1 in 1997, serving as Maintenance Officer and Operations Officer and leading operational detachments to each of the geographical combatant commanders' areas of responsibility in support of national and theater requirements. Ashore, Commander Cannon served as the alternate COMNAVAIRLANT P-3 NATOPS Evaluator as a lieutenant at VP-30. Following his Aviation Department Head tour, he earned a Master of Arts at the Naval War College with additional research and analysis as a CNO Strategic Studies Group Associate Fellow. Ordered to the Joint Staff in 2000, Commander Cannon served in the Reconnaissance Operations Division in the Operations Directorate (J-3) and in the Chairman's Strategic Planning Cell subsequent to the commencement of Operation Enduring Freedom. Following detachment from the Joint Staff in July 2002, Commander Cannon reported to CPRW-11 and served as Chief Staff Officer prior to joining VP-5 in May of 2003. Commander Cannon assumed command of VP-5 in April 2004..." [18MAR2005]
CARDIN, AW2 JoCarl JCardin@aol.com"...Dec 93 - March 95..."
CARPENTER, John F. jaxusn@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-24 in the Powerplants Shop from late 1975 through June of 1979. Would like to hear from anyone that remembers me and find out where some of my frieds are now..." [17MAR2004]
CARRIER, ABH1 DENNIS H. Retired dcarrierfam@aol.com "...I was a GOLDEN EAGLE from July '67 untill Aug. '70. I went on three WestPac deployments with VP-9 while onboard. We went to such nice places as NAS Adak, Alaska, NS Sangley Point, Philippines, Cam-Rahn Bay, and back to NAS Adak, Alaska. I matured into a man while in VP-9 and I'll always be gratefull for the great patience and understanding that the Commanding Officers had for a nut like me. Sail on Golden Eagles!!!...Just a short note from a former "BATMAN" from '84 to '86. The best deployment I ever went on in the 15 years I spent in the NAV...! I think you did a 4.0 job on the WEB Timmy. Sorry you never made Chief. But us good guys stayed employed at the E-6 rank. BERMA-DO....forever. As long as there are "BATMEN" and "BATWOMEN" alive there will be a VP-24..." [16JUL2001 | 12APR98]
CASTALDI, Jim jimcastaldi@verizon.net "...I served with VP-24 from March 1962 to December 1964 and flew on "Shortage" 10 as MSR (Mad/Sniffer/Radar) operator for most of that period. In 1964 I served as first tech on LR-12. Both crews were really close and received several commendations for proficiency. I volunteered for duty at Leeward Point during the Cuban crises and flew countless hours around the Carribean monitoring the hasty departure of Soviet missiles from that island. VP-24 had several other noteworthy achievements in the early 1960's. I wouldn't mind sharing some of these "war stories" with 1962 to 1964 era Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 04MAR2011 | 15JUN2001]
CELMER, ATCS Ronald Retired tercsta@yahoo.com "...Attended "A" School, served with VW-12, AEWBarRonPac (Detachment NAS Midway Island), VP-17, VT-27, VP-50 (both P2's & P-3's), VA-125, VP-24, VA-145, VAW-112, VAW-110 and NAMTRDET NAS Whidbey Island, Washington. Retired 1988..." [16AUG2008]
CHANCELLOR, Brian K. p3bkc@aol.com "...In VP-24 89-91. Deployments to NAS Sigonella, Sicily and NAS Keflavik, Iceland. Some of the best years of my life. Looking for AW2 (MAYBE AW1 by now) Micheal Ted Johnson..." [20MAR98]
CHIDICHIMO, Matt agm84matt@aol.com "...I was a BATMAN (VP-24) Ordy 91 thru 94. Had a great time! I recently moved back to Florida from Idaho to go to school and would like to find some friends from 24. Mike Banzen and Dan Gillespie, if your out there, call me. (407)302-4573..." [E-Mail Updated 15APR2005 | E-Mail Removed 29JUN2003 | E-Mail Updated 07NOV2000 | E-Mail Updated 03MAR2000 | Updated BIO/E-Mail 09SEP99 | 06OCT97]
CHILDS, AX3 Larry larry.childs@comcast.net "...I served in VP-24 from 1964 to 1967 at NAS Norfolk, Virginia. I was an "AX3", Anti-Submarine Warfare Technician. As a designated Aircrewman, I flew and operated Julie/ECM/Mad/Sniffer avionics equipmnet aboard Flight Crew LR-12 (BUNO: 135550). Would like to hear from anyone else who served in that squadron during those years..." [13DEC2004]
"...CLAIRE, AVCM (AW/NAC) Robert F...AVCM Bobby Claire's Memorial service was held February 6th, 2015 at 1200 in VP-30's Hangar NAS Jacksonville, Florida (VP-24 Bateman Facebook - February 1st, 2015). AVCM Bobby Claire served with VP-24, NAMTGD 1011 and VP-5..." Contributed by NUYEN, AT1 (AW/NAC) Jim jnuyen@ptd.net [12MAR2014]
CLAIRE, AVCM (AW/NAC) Robert F. bobnjul@bellsouth.net "...Served in NAS Jacksonville, Florida VP Navy as an FE from 80-91, VP-24, NAMTGD 1011, VP-5. Still on active duty, but will retire on 01Dec01, (ceremony on 07Sep01). I'm stationed at NETPDTC at NAAS Saufley Field, Florida and intend to stay in Pensacola after my hitch is up. Thanks..." [22JAN2001]
CLARKE, CDR Tom Retired frederic.clarke@navy.mil "...Served as a pilot with VP-18, VP-24, VP-30, VP-45, and TSC NAS Keflavik, Iceland. Broke ranks and flew Herks with VR-24 and NATC NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. Retired and flew a Convair 880 for a while and am now a contractor pilot flying C-130 and P-3 for Naval Force Aircraft Test Squadron at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. Work as assistant Ops when not flying! C301-757-3317 or DSN 757-3317..." [E-Mail Updated 21SEP2004]
CLAUSS, AWC(AW) Fred p3cewo@mediaone.net "...VP-16 - 1984-1989...NADC/NAWC - 1989-1992...VP-24 - 1992-Decom..:( (1995)...VP-30 - 1995-1996...PWLD AMPO - 1996-present..."
CLUBB, Gary more@seatac.net "...I was in VP-24 from 92 to Decomm.. I had alot of good memories from those days, especially deployments to NAS Sigonella, Sicily and NAS Keflavik, Iceland. I separated at Decomm. I am now an engineer here in sunny Irvine California If there's anybody out there who knows or remembers me feel free to email!..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 09JUL99 | Updated 01APR98]
"...COLEMAN, Edward (Ned) P...My dad, Edward (Ned) P. Coleman, (USNA Class of 1945) was Missile Officer with VP-24 (probably about 1953-54, but possibly a little earlier). He has just recently died, and we are trying to find information about his career for his obituary and to satisfy our own curiosity. It is very interesting to see how my memories match up with actual history! I know where we were stationed and when, but I don't always have the most accurate understanding of what my Dad was actually doing while we were there. If anyone has any information that would be helpful, my sisters and I would certainly appreciate it! Thanks for any help you can offer...Margaret Coleman Soule soule@vermontel.net..." [21APR2002]
CONLAN, ADC(AC) Edward T. Retired econlan@suffolk.lib.ny.us "...Served with O&R Flight Test, NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island, from 1952-1954; served with VP-24 from 1954-1956; served with VP-834, VP-832, VP-62R2, VP-66 at NAS JRB Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. Privilege to serve with all great members. Hope to see/hear from old friends..." [BIO Updated 30JUN2001 | 08JAN2000]
"...CONLAN, ADC Edward Thomas...My Father, ADC Edward Thomas CONLAN, was in the Navy from March 1952 through September 1979. Dad passed away September 22, 2002. He served with O&R Flight Test (1952-1954) at NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island, VP-24 (1954-1956), VP-834, VP-832, VP-62R2 and VP-66 at NAS JRB Willow Grove, Pennsylvania..." Contributed by Brenda Conlan-O'Brien brenda.obrien@comcast.net [14OCT2023]
COONS, Devin and Ann lonestar@foxinternet.net "...Served with VP-24 Batmen 1987-1992. Looking for old friends..." [18MAY99]
COOPER, AVCM Robert W. Retired robertw.c@att.net "...I served with VP-1 (1968-1971) at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington then NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii with deployments to NAS Iwakuni, Japan and NS Sangley Point, Philippines / NAS Cubi Point, Philippines, VP-24 (1975) with two deployments to NAS Sigonella, Sicily and one to NAS Keflavik, Iceland, VP-19 (1982-1985) with deployments to NAF Misawa, Japan and NSF Diego Garcia, CPW-10 (1985-1988) at NAS Moffett Field, California and retired in October 1988. Currently live in SE Missouri and would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [06FEB2016]
CORRIDEN, John jmcorrid@stvincent.org "...I served with VP-24 (1972). I would like to purchase a VP-24 Ballcap - any suggestions where I can find one?..." [02APR2013]
COTTON, CDR John W. Retired john.w.cotton@lmco.com "...Commissioned January 1981 (AOCS 25-80), NFO Wings January 1982, VP-30, VP-24, USNA, USS Coral Sea CV-43 (shooter), USS Abraham Lincoln CVN-72 (shooter, V-2 Divo), CPW-5, VP-30, VP-23, CPWL (Flag Sec), ODC BELLUX, Nat'l Security Fellow (Harvard), Navy IPO, retired July 2002. God, I miss being a JO in the 1980's VPNavy..." [28FEB2009]
CRAIG, Weymon weymon.craig@ge.com "...I served with VP-24 from 1972 to 1975. I would like infomation about the next Reunion and would also like to hear from former Shipmates..." [03AUG2009]
CRAWFORD, AD1 Rick Retired rickcrawford8251@yahoo.com "...I served with VP-24 (1978-1981), VP-30 (1981-1984), FE School, VP-47 (1985-1989) at NAS Moffett Field, California, VP-31 (1989-1992) and VP-91 at NAS Moffett Field, California. I'm now employed as a Controller for a company and enjoying the civilian life. Would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 26SEP2018 | E-Mail Updated 19JAN2001 | 10DEC98]
CREASEY, CDR Mark https://www.cnet.navy.mil/vp30home/xo_bio_creasey.htm "...Commander Mark Creasey is a native of Wilmington, Delaware. He graduated with merit from the United States Naval Academy in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering. He reported to NAS Pensacola, Florida and NAS Corpus Christi, Texas for flight training and received his pilot wings in December, 1992. Upon completion of Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) training at Patrol Squadron THIRTY (VP-30), Commander Creasey reported to the "Batmen" of Patrol Squadron TWENTY FOUR (VP-24) stationed at NAS Jacksonville, Florida in December 1993, completing a deployment to NAS Keflavik, Iceland. Following VP-24's decommissioning in April 1995, Commander Creasey reported to the "Mad Foxes" of Patrol Squadron FIVE (VP-5), where he completed two tri-site deployments to NS Roosevelt Roads, PR, Panama, and NAS Keflavik, Iceland. He served as the Operations Plans Officer, Quality Assurance Officer, Mission Commander, and Instructor Pilot. He was selected as VP-5's nomination for the Association of Naval Aviation's (ANA) "Pilot of the Year" award in 1996. In October 1997 Commander Creasey reported to VP-30 for duty as an FRS Instructor Pilot. He served as the Human Resources Officer, Schedules Officer, and Flight Officer and was also selected as a Pilot Instructor Under Training (IUT) Instructor and Airshow Demonstration Team Leader. In February 2000 he reported aboard USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN-73) in Norfolk, Virginia as Catapult and Arresting Gear Officer. He served as the V-3 Hangar Deck Officer, V-2 Catapult and Arresting Gear Division Officer, and qualified as Officer of the Deck (Inport). He deployed to the Mediterranean and Arabian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. In May 2002 Commander Creasey reported to the "Fighting Marlins" of Patrol Squadron FORTY (VP-40) in NAS Whidbey Island, Washington for his operational department head tour. He completed a deployment to the Fifth Fleet AOR while serving as Safety / NATOPS Officer, Maintenance Officer, and Officer-in-Charge, NSF Diego Garcia detachment. In December 2003 he reported again to VP-30 for duty as Training Officer. He assumed the duties of VP-30 Executive Officer in 2005. His awards include the Navy Commendation Medal (three awards), Navy Achievement Medal (two awards), and unit and campaign decorations..." [27MAR2005]
CROCKETT, CPO Paul L. "Davy" c/o His Daughter Linda Crockett Seal southernkisst@yahoo.com "...I am looking for anyone who may have served with my Dad Paul L. "Davey" Crockett. Dad enlisted in 1946 and served with VP-MS-4, VP-56, VP-24, VS-27 and VP-44 until his retirement in 1975 at NAS Jacksonville, Florida. If you knew my Dad, have any pictures of him, or just some interesting stories please contact me. Dad turns 80 next month and I would love to help him contact former Shipmates. Thank you..." [E-Mail/BIO Updated 11JAN2009 | 03JUN2001]
CROY, Robert L. croy@radiks.net "...I served with VP-24 at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland from June 49 to July 52 as an Aviation Machinist Mate..." [25APR99]
CULLIS, Robert N. rcullis@nebula.ispace.com "...Apr 53 - Apr 55. Served on HA-1 as 2nd Radio with CDR Paxton, pilot; then 1st Radio on HA-3 with Lt. Robert Holmes, pilot-both PB4Y-2B's. Next 1st Radio on HA-3, P2V-6B with Lt. Richard Harlan, pilot. Served 2 winters in Argentia and then Malta and Pt. Lyautey. Home bases - Patuxent River and then Chincoteague. Afterwards got Electrical Engr. degree at North Carolina State and spent 35+ years at Martin Marietta in the development of missile systems, retiring as a Technical Director on 1 Jan 1995. Would like to hear from people I served with in VP-24..."
CUMMINS, Les (Mouse) lcummins@televar.com "...VP-24 from 1973 to 1977. Two deployments to NAS Keflavik, Iceland and one to NAS Sigonella, Sicily. Currently reservist with MIUW 102 in Spokane but soon to be retired..." [31DEC2000]
CURTIS, LT Jim Retired oldnfo@gmail.com "...I served aboard NAS Glynco, Georgia (1971-1973) a a Helo and Connie Crew, VP-4 (1974-1976) as SS1/3, VP-50 (1976-1978) as SS1/4, VP-30 (1978-1981) as Acoustic Instructor and Commander, Naval Air Force AtLantic (CNAL) Evaluator, VP-24 (1981-1982) as SS1/4, Commissioned (1982), VP-24 (1983-1987) as TACCO/MC, CPW-11 (1987-1988) Mission Control and Evaluation (MC&E) Officer and CPWP (1988-1992) Special Projects. After retirement - I worked for 4 years in DC supporting Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) and Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR), University of South Carolina (managing telecommunications) and currently with the Office of Naval Research (ONR) managing the Littoral Warfare Advanced Development (LWAD) sea test program..." [E-Mail Updated 08AUG2015 | E-Mail/BIO Updated 04JAN2007 | BIO Updated 27NOV2001 | 25FEB98]
DARWIN, Chuck prgreengo@yahoo.com "...Chuck Darwin here!!! and still kickin'. HS1, USS Intrepid, NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island, 1970 through 1974. VP-30, VP-24, VP-30, VP-24 1974 through 1986. AW "A" staff 1986 through 1989. NSF Diego Garcia, Oman, Desert Storm. NTSC Orlando till 1994 then retired as AWCM. Now Executive Director for Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Puerto Rico. Looking for Shipmates that were in VP-24. Flew projects for awhile and learned to really enjoy NAS Keflavik, Iceland in the 70s. Let's here from you all..." [15DEC99]
DAVIS, John S. davisj@orlando.veda.com "...Formally AT3. I went to NAS Sigonella, Sicily with VP-24 in 92-93. Now developing military simulations instead. Good ol' VP-24..." [14MAY98]
"...DAVIS, Lloyd James...Retired Captain Lloyd James Davis went to meet the Supreme Commander on January 29, 2002. He passed away at his home in Port Tobacco, MD. He joined the Navy in 1951 and advanced to Chief Petty Officer, he was commissioned an officer in 1960, and retired from actice duty in 1985. Capt. Davis was in several Squadrons including VP-24, we are not sure when he was in VP-24, but it was in the days of the P2's. He was buried in Arlington National Cemetery on February 6, 2002...ERION, ADJC Darcy Retired darc41@erols.com..." [03DEC2001]
DEAN, ATN2 Brian (Phil) brianddean@comcast.net "...I served with VP-24. I joined the squadron in 1967, in NAS Norfolk, Virginia, when they were flying P2s, and remained with it through the transition to P3As. Deployed twice to NAS Keflavik, Iceland (never got to Spain!) and was discharged in 1969..." [E-Mail Updated 02JUL2006 | E-Mail Updated 14AUG2002 | 22SEP97]
DECK, James A. goalie1958@AOL.com "...I'd just like to say it's good to be able to look back at all the squadron info and patches. I was a member of VP-56, VP-24, Beartrap, and two tours with staff of VP-30..." [05SEP99]
DESILET, Ronald desiletr@rural-com.com "...I served with VP-49 (1960-1962) with deployments to NAS Bermuda and NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and VP-24 (1962) at NAS Norfolk, Virginia. After leaving the Navy, I worked for the Colorado Division of Wildlife as Wildlife Biologist and retired 1998..." [17JAN2016]
DEUTSCH, REAR ADMIRAL (Select) Kenneth William http://www.chinfo.navy.mil/navpalib/people/flags/biographies/deutschkw.html "...Rear Admiral (Select) Kenneth William Deutsch is a native of Burlington, Ill. He attended Illinois State University, graduating in June 1978, and received his commission in August 1978 through the Aviation Reserve Officer Candidate (AVROC) Program. In July 1979 Rear Adm. (sel) Deutsch was designated a Naval Flight Officer. In February of 1980, Rear Adm. (sel) Deutsch joined VP-16 and completed deployments to NAS Sigonella, Sicily; NAS Bermuda / NAS Cubi Point, Philippines; and NS Rota, Spain / NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal. Rear Adm. (sel) Deutsch reported in July 1983 to VP-30, the Fleet Replacement Squadron, where he served as Communications Officer, Tactical Training Team (TTT) Instructor, and NFO Training Officer. In July 1986, Rear Adm. (sel) Deutsch reported to Commander, Battle Force Seventh Fleet/Commander, Carrier Group Five, homeported in Cubi Point, R.P., where he served as Flag Secretary and Flag Lieutenant. While on board the staff, he qualified as Flag Tactical Action Officer and served on several flagships, including USS Midway (CV 41) and USS Ranger (CV 61). In September 1987 the Carrier Group Five staff became the first Joint Task Force Middle East staff. During this tour, Rear Adm. (sel) Deutsch served as Flag Lieutenant for the Commander, completing a six month deployment to the Arabian Gulf and the Indian Ocean on board USS Long Beach (CGN 9) and USS Iowa (BB 61) during the Iran/Iraq War and Operation Earnest Will. Following his tour in the Philippines, he was assigned in August 1988 to the Bureau of Naval Personnel in Washington, D.C., where he served as the VP Shore and then Sea Detailer in the Aviation Assignment Branch. In November 1990, Rear Adm. (sel) Deutsch joined VP-5 where he served as Assistant Maintenance Officer and Maintenance Officer, completing a NS Rota, Spain / NAF Lajes, Azores, Portugal deployment. Upon completion of this tour in February 1992, he reported to CPW-11 as Operations Officer until January, 1994. In April 1994, Rear Adm. (sel) Deutsch reported to VP-24 as the Executive Officer, completing a deployment to NAS Keflavik, Iceland, prior to the squadron's decommissioning in May 1995. He then reported to VP-45 as the Executive Officer and Commanding Officer, deploying to NS Roosevelt Roads, PR, and NAS Sigonella, Sicily. In June 1997 he reported to the Commander of Task Force Sixty Seven, homeported in NAF Naples, Italy, where he served as the Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations. Rear Adm. (sel) Deutsch assumed command of CRPW-5, homeported in NAS Brunswick, Maine, in May 1999. As Commodore, he directed the training and operations of four Patrol and Reconnaissance squadrons until his Change of Command in October, 2000. Rear Adm. (sel) Deutsch reported to The Joint Chiefs of Staff in October 2000 where he served as the Chief, Communications and Computer Networks Division, J6T, in the C4 Systems Directorate, J6. Following his selection for promotion to Rear Admiral (Lower Half), he reported to the OPNAV staff in October 2002 where he is currently serving as the Deputy for Resources and Requirements in the Space, Information Warfare, Command and Control Division, CNO N-61..." [22JUN2003]
"......DEYHLE, Charles Edgar...We recently lost my dad, Charles Edgar Deyhle, age 87. He was served with VPB-24 from 1941-1945. His service during WW II was one accomplishment he was proudest of..." Contributed by Jenny Deyhle Rapp jenrapp77@gmail.com [06FEB2011]
DIFRANCESCO, AE2 Vincent Miadia10@Hotmail.com "...I served with VP-24 from 1952 to 1955 ( NAS Patuxent River, Maryland, NAS Chincoteague, Virginia, NAS Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada, NAF Port Lyautey, Morocco, and Malta)..." [22FEB2003]
DIGBY, Randy RD435@aol.com "...I was in VP-24 in the Tron Shop from July 1989 until my separation as an AT2 in July 1994. I did deployed to NAS Sigonella, Sicily twice and once to NAS Keflavik, Iceland. I am currently living and working in Findlay, Ohio as a police narcotics detective and the department's technical surveilance specialist. Looking forward to hearing from any former members of the squadron..." [17MAR99]
DIXON, LT Robert E. "Bob" bobdixon@reagan.com "...I served with VP-24 (03/1963-01/1966) and flew with Crew-3, Crew-8, Crew-4 and Crew-10. I retired from the TWA July 1998. I would like to hear from former Shipmates..." [E-Mail Updated 09DEC2012 | E-Mail Updated 02NOV2011 | 01FEB98]
DONAHUE, Charlie airdale@voyager.net "...I served in VP-24 from Octrober 1962 till June of 1964. Worked on the line and made ABH-3 there. I was in Iceland in 1963 and 1964 and then down to Getmo for that Cuba thing..." [21JUL98]
DOOLITTLE, ADC Harold "Bud" tokyoraider@att.net "...I served with VP-24 (1973-1977). I joined VP-24 while they were on deployment to NAS Keflavik, Iceland..." [04MAY2017]
DOXRUDE, AO2 William (Bill) H. c/o a friend k9mif@coredcs.com "...I served with VP-24 from l961 thru 1962. Flew out of NAS Norva. Any of the Ordnance men I flew with, Cdr M T Lulu, in P2V-7 (Neptune) (LR 1). I can be reached via my friend. My address is 4911 Hyway 66, Stevens Point, Wi 54481. Phone 715-345-0468...I also served on USS Midway CVA 4l, from 1959 to 1960 WestPac Cruise. G Division. I was a airman stiker at that time. Also flew as my previous statement on VP-24 out of NAS Norva..." [BIO Updated 08JAN99 | 02DEC98]
DRAKE, CMC Frank "Paco" Retired frankdrake44@yahoo.com "...Served in the US Navy from 1962-1990, retired as Command Master Chief of NAS Cecil Field, Jacksonville, Florida. Some of my best memories are when I was in VP-24 (66-69) with the likes of Charley Mulligan, Harry Fletcher, Herb (Hub) Bradley, Les York, Tiny McCormick, LT Edgar, LT(jg) Ryglowski, and so many more. Am looking forward to the Squadron Reunion in Baltimore in Nov 07. Hope to see all of you there..." [14JUL2007]
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