The USAF officially turned Korat over to the Thai Government on 26 February 1976. 469th Tactical Fighter Squadron (F-105D) remained on TDY at Korat until 15 November 1965 when it was permanently assigned to the 6234th. While VA, Read More Only VA Impressed With VA Restructuring PlanContinue, Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print After having three heads of VA this past decade be past West Point grads,, Read More MMQB: What might West Point do with Your Disability?Continue, Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print VA is always quite secretive about VA employee salaries. [4] They would remain at Korat until June 1965 when they were moved to Udorn RTAFB and then to Da Nang Air Base in South Vietnam and replaced at Korat by HC-54s. [16]:209. R. at 1523. Present and Future Facilities at Nakhon Phanom RTAFB 30 June 1968, Department of the Air Force Master Base Plan Map An expansion of combat operations from Korat initiated with the arrival of EC-121 Warning Stars of the College Eye Task Force (later designated Det 1, 552d Airborne Early Warning and Control Wing) from Ubon RTAFB and EC-121R Batcats of the 553rd Reconnaissance Wing. The wars in Cambodia and Laos, however continued. On 12 June 1972, the 35th Tactical Fighter Squadron flying F-4Ds was deployed from the 3rd TFW, Kunsan Air Base, South Korea, in a "Constant Guard" redeployment to support operations over North Vietnam during Operation Linebacker. I will keep at it though. These missions were flown as a deterrent to North Vietnam as a signal that if the Paris Peace Accords were broken, the United States would use its air power to enforce its provisions. 313th Transportation Company TC My claim is awaiting its Washington DC appeal hearing. From DoD: CHECO Report. Defense Secretary Mark Esper added that the new list will be updated as verifiable information becomes available.. [6] From 30 October through 31 December 1964, F-105s from the 80th Tactical Fighter Squadron were deployed from the 41st Air Division, Yokota AB, Japan. The 354th TFW Forward Echelon at Korat also became a composite wing. [4]:53 In mid-1965 this unit was redesignated Detachment 4 38th Air Rescue Squadron. the Air Force Map Korat RTAFB above, Official Department of the Air Force Map [2], The United States Army Corps of Engineers were deployed and established a headquarters at the RTAF airfield that later became Korat RTAFB. My Regional Office is Phoenix, AZ and I am deeply saddened and worried by the events taking place at this time and concerned about the outcome of my claim. 28th Signal Company31st MED Field Hospital 1962-70 I found another version of this report linked at the bottom of this page. USARSUPTHAI On 25 April 1966 the United States Army Support Command, Thailand was activated on Okinawa and elements began deploying to Thailand on 17 October with the rear detachment closing on Camp Friendship on 15 November 1966. [5]:196, In September 1970, the 42nd Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron, which flew EB-66s, transferred to Korat from Takhli. The Wild Weasel concept was originally proposed in 1965 as a method of countering the increasing North Vietnamese SAM threat, using volunteer crews. USARSUPTHAI 720th MP Battalion HQ USARSUPTHAI LiaisonJoint Task Force 116 JUSMAG The updated list includes Agents Orange, Pink, Green, Purple, Blue and White and other chemicals, used to create the defoliants, Esper said in a release. area on the South section of U-Tapao RTAFB, Map 11 - the routes taken at the Southeast area of U-Tapao RTAFB, Map 8 - the Udorn Thailand, June 1966-67. The unit was dissolved on 1 April being temporarily redesignated Detachment 4, 3rd Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Group before being redesignated as the 56th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron on 8 July and absorbing the HH-43 detachment at Korat. It was called theProject CHECO Report. [15], In 1965, the 6234th TFW and its subordinate units operating F-100s, F-105s, and F-4Cs flew 10,797 sorties totalling 26,165 hours. Don Muang Royal Thai Air Force, LINEBACKER II map of B-52's from Andersen AFB, Guam and Utapao RTAFB, Thailand. The 9th Logistical Command (B) was inactivated on 12 June 1970 at Camp Samae San, Sattahip. Learn more about benefits related to Agent Orange exposure. By mid-October, 1,574 airmen from Myrtle Beach had arrived as part of "Constant Guard IV". We tore down the jungle to build the base, the perimeter and everything else. Good luck with your pursuit for the gov. There are many other CHECO reports, but this is the missing link between use of Agent Orange and Thailand. All photos received after January 2000 were put in the Photo Annex. the location of Udorn RTAFB, Map of B-52 Ramp, NE Quadrant U-Tapao RTAFB with [4]:154. 102 Squadron flies 15 F-16A-15ADF and one F-16B-15ADF Fighting Falcon air defense airplanes acquired from the USAF and delivered to the RTAF in 2003 and 2004. Get an attorney and do your your research. The U.S. Army had enough quarters and stockpiled equipment to support an infantry battle group, eg, the 25th Infantry Division stationed in Hawaii - if they were ever needed. The above photo was taken during 1968. We, Read More Here is the List of the Top 100 VA Employee SalariesContinue, Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print Have degree will travel. 553rd Reconnaissance Wing Batcat Veterans Benefit, is Congressional pressure in Washington grew against these bombings, and on 30 June 1973, the United States Congress passed Public law PL 93-50 and 93-52, which cut off all funds for combat in Cambodia and all of Indochina effective 15 August 1973. Like This Movie Trailer? I was stationed at Udorn AB 432ND supply, handled 55 gallon drums containing who knows what. US naval aircraft have also been involved in Cope Tiger. thanks Joan Williams. The Department of Veterans Affairs concluded that only veterans that were by base perimeters should receive acknowledgment of Agent Orange exposure. 1. Day 4 - Phuket Day Tour. Ironically it was approved for PTSD, not AO Never received a ruling on that, 100% trumps everything. Singaporean forces fly F-5Es, F-16C/D Fighting Falcons, KC-130B Hercules, E-2C Hawkeye, CH-47SD Chinooks and AS-532UL Cougars. Cant remember the number of times, sprayed, even down wind, inside the base 1000 yards. Adjacent to Korat RTAFB to the south was United States Army Camp Friendship. The EF-4Cs suffered from certain deficiencies which limited their combat effectiveness. on behalf of JFK and the appreciation of our government for This is an update from yesterdays post about Thailand military bases and Agent Orange. Anyhow, these early times of modern Thailand can still be found today, especially on the Isaan and even in BKK too where I lived. [4]:115. The U.S. Army had enough quarters and stockpiled equipment to support an infantry battle group, eg, the 25th Infantry Division stationed in Hawaii - if they were ever needed. Later that month, the 16th Special Operations Squadron equipped with AC-130 Spectre gunships was moved to Korat from Ubon RTAFB.[26]. Thank you for your service My husband served in USAF at Udorn. Day 5 - Elephant Sanctuary Visit and Traditional Thai BBQ in the Evening. "kiwi bird" stenciled on it. In April 2001, the veteran developed renal in sufficiency. Here is the List of the Top 100 VA Employee Salaries, Voc Rehab Workarounds for Veterans with Degrees, Thailand Military Bases and Agent Orange Exposure, VA Public Health Thailand Military Bases and Agent Orange Exposure. The 7th ACCS played an important role in the conduct of air operations. [4]:125. 4 Photo Credits: MSG Otto Uebel, tlxLastPublishedDate.toLocaleString() : now.toLocaleString(); document.write("Last updated on " + edited); Geographical Location: Camp Friendship is located approximately 125 miles North-East of Bangkok in the city of Nakhon Ratchasima and adjoined All F-16s are the block 15 version. [3], After a series of TDY deployments of F-105s to Korat, on 14 March 1966 the 388th Tactical Fighter Wing was activated and on 8 April was organised to replace the provisional PACAF 6234th TFW which was inactivated.[16]. With the closure of Takhli RTAFB the 347th Tactical Fighter Wing and 428th Tactical Fighter Squadron and the 429th Tactical Fighter Squadron each equipped with the F-111 were moved to Korat on 12 July 1974. and defense of Thailand. [16]:209. Nakhon Phanom and U-Tapao were placed under the control of the Royal Thai Navy. 33rd Transportation TC [3][16], Also on 15 May, an F-4C Phantom II squadron, the 34th Tactical Fighter Squadron[17] and an F-105F squadron, the 13th Tactical Fighter Squadron[18] were deployed and permanently attached to the 388th from the 347th TFW, Yokota AB, Japan and Kadena AB, Okinawa. [3], South of the existing runway, construction of a large air base was begun to support a full USAF combat wing. - U.S. Army (Retired), A New Zealand RAF Bristol transport. Military Police Support 1967-70 41st ORD Company, Direct Ammunition Support 3/1966-9/1966 44th Engineer Group, HHC/HHD Built new barracks fight on the fence line, or 9-10 feet. Do a search for herbicides be pressing Control+F and then typing in the word. I also was assigned to Bang Pla from 1968 to 1969. The 13th was transferred to Udorn RTAFB to become an F-4D Phantom unit. The DRO who reviewed by claim has acknowledged that I was working with barrels of some substance. The squadron's primary mission became one of flying escort to the wing's regular strike force to suppress anti-aircraft artillery (AAA) and surface-to-air missile (SAM). My understanding is you dont die from Parkinsons, you die form something else. Early that year a combined U.S. task force was deployed to Thailand on a military exercise which included a Marine Battalion Landing Team (BLT), the 1st Battle Group. Korat RTAFB detailing areas of the base near the perimeter, Map showing the location of Camp Friendship, Map showing the Cantonment area of Camp Friendship, Map of the Flight Line at area near the Weapons Storage and Maintenance Area at Ubon RTAFB, Map of the Separate 1969-73 21st MED Depot Medical 1967-70 The 501 st Field Depot was assigned to the 9 th Logistical Command under the United States Army Support, Thailand. The American withdrawal had quickly revealed to the Thai Government the inadequacy of its air force in the event of a conventional war in Southeast Asia. - Courtesy of 738th Engr Co in Feb'63 The high loss rate of the F-105s in the two combat wings at Korat and Takhli RTAFB required the squadron to send its aircraft to Thailand as replacement aircraft. Built on dreams over 50 years ago, Camp Friendship is one of those places that lets you forget about the problems of the world. HHC USARSUPTHAI G-3 Section Yet. Camp Friendship Reactionary Force - 1967 [This was sent in by Ron Bookwalter (HHD 519th TC] I am working on updating the individual history of other units, documenting their time in Thailand. DOD will continue to be responsive to the needs of our interagency partners in all matters related to taking care of both current and former service members. In Thailand, he was assigned Camp Friendship at Korat Royal Thai Air Base. Viet Nam era US Army base. After the end of the war, the facilities were taken over by the Thai government as a military base. Korat also housed components of the RTAF and a detachment of No. The F-111s were sent to the 422d Fighter Weapons Squadron at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. Lived in a hootch built directly on the perimeter wire. Day 1 - Bangkok Airport Pickup + Khaosan Road. 331st Supply Depot379th Signal Battalion 428th The Paris Peace Accords were signed on 27 January 1973 by the governments of North Vietnam, South Vietnam, and the United States with the intent to establish peace in Vietnam. Bangkok Post. - Courtesy of 738th Engr Co in Feb'63 The only missions flown were aircraft of the 388th TFW providing air cover and escort during Operation Eagle Pull, the evacuation of Americans from Phnom Penh, Cambodia and Operation Frequent Wind the evacuation of Americans and at-risk Vietnamese from Saigon, South Vietnam. Preparation area showing a perimeter guard tower at Ubon RTAFB, Annotated Photo of the Defoiliated In its report, GAO called the list inaccurate and incomplete, and urged DoD to update the publication, which hadnt been updated in more than a decade. [5]:147 This squadron was in existence until the end of April when it was discontinued and the 6234th Combat Support Group, the 6234th Support Squadron, and the 6234th Material Squadron were designated and organized as a result of a 3 May 1965 Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) special order. along the perimeter of U-Tapao RTAFB, Map 10 - the Recreation and Beach Need help withe my claim appeal, getting very frustrated with the VA process. Air strikes by the USAF peaked just before the deadline, as the Khmer National Armed Forces engaged a force of about 10,000 Khmer Rouge encircling Phnom Penh. Find Camp friendship images dated from 1992 to 2020. [4]:70, In response to the Gulf of Tonkin Incident on 31 July 1964, the 6441st Tactical Fighter Wing at Yokota Air Base, Japan deployed 8 F-105D Thunderchiefs of the 36th Tactical Fighter Squadron to Korat on 9 August and commenced operations the following day. Go to https://www.militaryvideo.com/ to purchase the. Cantonment area at Ubon RTAFB, Udorn Thailand area including U-Tapao Air Base, Thailand, 1972The National Archives, Health Care Would you like to make this site your homepage? Support 1963-71 57th Ordinance Company DS70th Aviation Detachment Korat, Thailand 30000 Tel (044) 251652-4 255349, or 255372 Fax (044) 251655 [email protected] Photo Credits Sri Patana Hotel, Korat, Thailand "Make your plans for a Mini-Reunion in Korat at the luxurious Sri Patana from under $15/night (Single Occupancy) to $20/night (Double) - including Room Tax, Service Charge & Continental Breakfast !" In late 1975, there were only three combat squadrons at Korat, consisting of 24 F-4Ds of the 34th TFS, 24 A-7Ds of the 3rd TFS, and six AC-130H "Spectre" aircraft of the 16th Special Operations Squadron. Korat, Thailand (1963) Sign with the 9th Logistics Command Logo, Camp Friendship was next to the RTAF AB. R. at 2188-89. Our platoon from the 720th MP Bn in In my opinion, VA is improperly concluding herbicides were only used at base perimeters and not throughout the entire base as indicated within the report. That is, until now. MMQB: What might West Point do with Your Disability? He is also featured regularly in national publications as an authority on Department of Veterans Affairs policy such as Bloomberg News, Foreign Policy Magazine, Washington Times, Fox News, CBS, NBC, Star Tribune and more. - U.S. Army (Retired), Khorat Royal Thai Air Force Base - My first photo * Memories of Camp Friendship * Comm Long Lines Battalion Office Thai workers: Dang, Panee & Boontharik Click on the Guestbook Below to Add Your Name DCA DCSSPO HHC 9th Logistics HHC USARSUPTHAI 103 Squadron flies eight F-16A and four F-16B acquired under the code name "Peace Naresuan I", five F-16A (of six delivered) under the code name "Peace Naresuan XI", and three F-16A and four F-16Bs acquired from the Republic of Singapore Air Force and delivered in late 2004. Day 3 - Phuket - Welcome Pool or Beach Party. Sorry to hear of your battle with skin cancer. [30] Joined by Company C in the later part of May, construction continued. 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