Historical Report
918th AC&W Squadron
1 April 1960 to 30 June 1960
Section I REQUIRED DATA |
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918th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron |
Major Kenneth Coleman |
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Commander In Chief Dwight D Eisenhower |
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None |
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Maintain radar surveillance and report surveillance information to Seattle Air Defense Sector for identification and action. Exercise control fighter interceptors within the limited capacity provided as directed by Seattle Air Defense Sector. Render emergency assistance to distressed aircraft. |
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Officers |
Airmen |
Civilians |
Total |
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Assigned |
10 |
122 |
22 |
154 |
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Attached |
0 |
0 |
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Primary Search FPS-20; Height Range TPS-502; STP Trainer AN/GPS-T2; Fighter Trainer AN/GPS-T4. |
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Section II COMMENTARY |
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Chronological Order of Historical Events for Baldy Hughes Air Station 1 Apr 60 The Americanism Program was instituted and is being received favorably by all. 13 Apr 60 25th Air Division Staff Assistance Team visited the squadron on a one day visit to assist in preparation for the 25th IG Inspection. 15 Apr 60 The Falcon Fund Stadium Drive was held with good results. 18 Apr 60 The Airmens Lounge was reopened as a brand new facility, completely renovated and is receiving maximum use by all airmen. 28 Apr 60 A/2C Ammon Peterson, Radar Maintenance, was chosen as Airmen of the Month. The award was $15 and a three day pass. 9 May 60 The Squadron received five new boats and four new motors which were purchased with a special grant from the ADC Welfare Fund. 15 May 60 Squadron went on Increased Readiness Condition IV at 0330Z. 16 May 60 Squadron went on Normal Readiness at 2001Z. 21 May 60 Armed Forces Day was held at the Squadron with 400 visitors making the trip to see the radar facility. Participation was a little disappointing and was due to the fact that it rained and snowed continuously during the day and evening. 23 May 60 Lt. Roger D Scow transferred to Reno Air Defense Sector. 26 May 60 Lt. Leslie W White assigned and joined as a Weapons Controller. 30 May 60 A/1C Ronald L Thompson was chosen as Airman of the Month. 2 Jun 60 Lt. James D Stroup was reassigned to 552nd AEW&C Wing, McClelland AFB, California. 6 Jun 60 The Squadron participated in Desk Top III with excellent results. 9 Jun 60 The Maintenance Control Center and C&E Section became operational. 10 Jun 60 Under Project Shape-Up the following projects have been completed: (a) All barracks have been repainted inside. (b) New vinyl tile has been laid in the Administration building, theater, clubs, dining hall, barracks and BOQ. (c) New sidewalks have been installed from the Dining Hall to Barracks 7 and new cement steps were installed in front of the Supply and IEO building. 11 Jun 60 25th Air Division IG Team conducted their annual inspection of the squadron 11 through 13 June 1960. Overall rating given was "Excellent". 16 Jun 60 Lt. Roy A Wells departed to civilian life and Lt. Donald S Coleman was assigned as Communications Officer to replace Lt. Wells. 27 Jun 60 Lt. Michael E Evancho was assigned from Mt Hebo as a Weapons Controller. 28 Jun 60 The TPS-502 radar was decommissioned. 29 Jun 60 The remodelling of the NCO Club and the NCO Dining Facility was completed. Both activities are beautiful and are a source of pride to the Commander and the men. 30 Jun 60 The new Height Finder has been installed. It is anticipated it will be operational about 1 August 1960. |
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Typed Name and Grade of Commander Kenneth Coleman, Major, USAF |
Signature |