Naval Air Station Whiting Field

Was stationed there from 5 June ‘69 thru 27 October’72. First In VT-3 then on Station in the link IFR simulator building. Was an AT. Great duty station with a lot of amenities. I remember seeing the Blue Angels there (north field) when they flew F-4’s. Pensacola beach the best kept secret, with Dirty Joe’s bar. Trader John’s on Palofox street was a famous aviator hangout. Two months after I arrived on station hurricane Camille hit Gulfport/Biloxi with a cat 5 storm. WELCOME TO FLORIDA! Ha!
Feb 21st, 2021

May 22nd, 2020

Was stationed there from 72 through 76. Crash crew . The old t28s, on the north field, and the H1s and 57s on the south.also worked with ODOS,And was a Wheels watch. Would like to check it out again sometime. Enjoyed my time there.
Feb 24th, 2020

1st duty station working of the old T-28 76 - 78. Loved it and the changes thru the years make it a great duty station. P-cola close, Beaches, Fishing, Babes and a great place to be stationed, Moved on to USS Nimitz F-14 VF-84 squadron and a bit of adjustment but a world tour was awesome. Go Navy and give em hell for those serving now. All us old Vets still think about the time we spent serving!
Jan 12th, 2020

Dec 2nd, 2019