Category Archives: Luke AFB

On to SEA in ’73

Posted on May 5, 2018 by

45 years ago this week,  a new phase of my life began. On May 15, 1973, I kissed my wife goodbye at the airport.   And set off on what was to be the great adventure of my life – flying … Continue reading →

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The First Time I flew the F4 – 45 years ago this week

Posted on September 18, 2017 by

In the fall of 1972, I arrived at Luke AFB to upgrade to the backseat of the F4. I had come to this point late in life, 28 and a captain, having been a ground pounder (non-rated or non-flying officer) … Continue reading →

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