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For starters: USAF CPT H. Alston, 435th Tactical Fighter Squadron (TFS), was the first (successful/without getting shot down) F-104 Starfighter pilot to fly 100 missions over North Vietnam in September 1966. Aircraft wise: The USAF F-100 Super Sabre flew over 360,000 combat missions during the Vietnam War.
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Are usaf airmen who flew in and out and over Vietnam eligible?
If they were on official missions yes.
What famous American Served in Vietnam and parents of German immigrants?
Actor James Stewart (Jimming Stewart) a B24 Liberator squadron commander in WWII, and a retired USAF (Reserve) General who flew some B52 Bomber missions over North Vietnam, lost a son in Vietnam, a USMC Lieutenant. Unknown about his nationality background.
What aircraft flew operational missions out of tan son nhut air base?
C130
What was the name of the group of African American pilots who flew successful missions over Italy?
The name was the Tuskegee Airmen.
How many search and rescue missions were there during Vietnam?
According to available information, there were around 2,225 search and rescue missions conducted by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War. These missions were aimed at locating and rescuing downed aircrews or individuals in distress.
Which African American flew 78 missions in Vietnam war?
Many flew more missions than that.
Are usaf airmen who flew in and out and over Vietnam eligible?
If they were on official missions yes.
Were their airforce reserves in Vietnam?
Yes, many USAF Reserve squadrons flew combat missions in Vietnam; especially from the F100 Supersabre units.
What is the best and most important and most interesting space shuttle from NASA?
5 operational Space Shuttles were built, Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, Atlantis and Endeavour. Challenger was destroyed in an explosion during launch and Discovery was destroyed when it disintegrated during re-entry. Neither accident was caused by the orbiter itself. They all flew mission of national or scientific interest. Columbia flew 28 missions. Challenger flew 10 missions. Discovery flew 39 missions. Atlantis flew 33 missions. Endeavour flew 25 missions.
Did John McCain fight in any wars?
John McCain was a fighter pilot in the US Navy and flew combat missions in Vietnam.
Which NASA shuttle flew most missions?
The NASA Space Shuttle that flew the most missions was the Atlantis. It completed a total of 33 missions from its first flight in 1985 to its final flight in 2011. Atlantis played a crucial role in various significant missions, including the construction of the International Space Station and deploying satellites.
How many bombers flew over?
B52s normally flew over North Vietnam on bombing missions in groups of 3 bombers. These were called "cells." Or 3 plane cells. A formation might consist of up to 20 cells or 60 bombers.
Who conducted bombing raids on North Vietnam?
The USAF & USN bombed N. Vietnam. The USMC flew combat missions in support of Marines in SOUTH Vietnam. US Warships stationed off the coast of NORTH Vietnam were operating in "Yankee Station." US Warships stationed off the coast of SOUTH Vietnam were designated "Dixie Station."
What of the five NASA space shuttles which one flew the most missions?
The NASA space shuttle that flew the most missions was the Space Shuttle Discovery. It completed a total of 39 missions from 1984 to 2011, playing a crucial role in various significant missions, including the Hubble Space Telescope deployment and the construction of the International Space Station. Discovery's extensive flight history makes it one of the most recognized and utilized shuttles in the program.
Who flew the most B-17 missions?
The record for the most B-17 missions is held by Colonel Clarence "Bud" Anderson, who flew 50 combat missions during World War II. He served with the 15th Air Force in the Mediterranean Theater. Anderson's contributions as a pilot and leader, along with his impressive mission count, have made him a notable figure in aviation history.
How many astronauts flew on the challenger missions?
7 astronaut did
What famous American Served in Vietnam and parents of German immigrants?
Actor James Stewart (Jimming Stewart) a B24 Liberator squadron commander in WWII, and a retired USAF (Reserve) General who flew some B52 Bomber missions over North Vietnam, lost a son in Vietnam, a USMC Lieutenant. Unknown about his nationality background.
