This was one of several videos I wanted to post videos because of the song. I served on USS Constellation CV64 - Western Pacific / Indian Ocean (77-81)
CV66 America must of come through the Canal. CV64 Constellation we were there prior to anyone, the first in the I/O. CV64 was suppose to be relieved by CV61 Ranger the POS which failed and eventually by CV41 Midway. I am guessing CV66 was relieved by CV41 Midway? Didn't know Atlantic Carriers were involved that early.
@bobbycv64 yeah had to go thru canal bak n forth. I think 66 relieve 64, ended with 7 mos deployment. Don't remember who relieved 66 but was late 1 month.
@@leotorres1709 - 64 was 1st, we never saw 66, Ranger 61 was to relieve us (2nd), however, got in a collision and 64 had to wait for Midway 41 (3rd) and then we went back to San Diego, 8 month cruise. You must of relieved Midway 41.
I served on the America from October 9, 1986 to my discharge on April 24, 1990. I came aboard right after the 1986 Med Cruise, went through the yard period from November 20, 1986 to February 11, 1988 and the work-ups for that year. Then came the NATO cruise and the Med/IO cruise in 1989, and finally, my exit. We visited New York City in April 1988 for Fleet Week, Mayport, FL in September after REFTRA, and Fort Lauderdale in March 1990 during Spring Break. An experience that I wouldn't trade for the world.
my father served on the america from 80-84, First Class Petty Officer Alvin C. Justus with VF-33, much love to all my Naval Vets! My father was my Hero!, God rest his Soul! Eye of the Tiger!
I worked at the machine shop in engineering. A lot of airdales show up in the shop for engraving job mostly lighters for souvenir as well as flyboys. That is why lastname sounds familar.
I came aboard as FTG3 Brian Miller in Jan of 1984. I worked on the Nato Seasparrow Missile systems. I loved these videos back when they were first made and they bring back some really great memories. I remember going through the Suez and having all threee missile systems ready to launch at a moments notice as well as having two huge speakers out on missile deck 2 blaring out rock and roll while cooling off the flight deck crew from below with our fresh water hoses. Real Good Times!!!
My Dad was on this ship in the late 60's. He was a member of the flight deck crew. He made Chief while serving on her. He loved this ship, and her crew. It would break his heart to know that she was scuttled. He was CPO Thomas Page in case anyone here might remember him.
Hi there, I came here from Abel Danger, I followed the link you posted when you had said your Dad was on this carrier.. Thank you and thank him. . Watching these videos of aircraft carriers and the crews all important job, , seeing the fighter jets and imagining all the things those pilots go thru... the torturous training and what their bodies go thru, how someone can learn to withstand those G forces and be able to control something that goes that fast always gets me so emotional. I am intrigued, thrilled, get goose bumps, cry. I feel so many different emotions at the same time. I have so much respect and admiration for all these dedicated men and women. Thanks again~
vegasjill21 Hi Vegas. Yes, working the flight deck is very dangerous work! My Dad had many horror stories to tell when he came home. I thought of Field when I saw the planes. I'm sure he also has some tails to tell. Maybe one day he will share some with us. Thank you for your kindness Vegas, it means a lot! See you in Abel Danger! :)
macandpat Thanks for your reply. Pat. And, I agree, I'm pretty sure Field has many great stories to tell of his time up there in that majestic bird he flew....
@@jameshoge1177 i see, thank you so much for your service sir! 🫡🇺🇸 Im a huge fans of the silly snake since my granpa used to fly with the 102 in the early-mid 70’s
I have a friend who was on 59, 66 and 71. 66 was his favorite and he was glad the ship was sunk instead of people disrepecting your old ship. I was on 64 and (63, 64, 66) the sisters, much respect shipmate.
I'm glad to finally find it, but wish it hadn't been chopped. The original started with no sound, only the sun coming up on the flight deck, and the 'remove before flight' banners flapping in the breeze. What else is missing? AC2 in Strike Ops, writing the Air Plan How about CAG Zlatoper retiring with 4 stars, last job -CINCPAC!
I'm glad to finally find it, but wish it hadn't been chopped. The original started with no sound, only the sun coming up on the flight deck, and the 'remove before flight' banners flapping in the breeze, then the music. What else is missing? AC2 in Strike Ops, writing the Air Plan How about CAG Zlatoper retiring with 4 stars, last job -CINCPAC!
Served on the America in the 1976 world tour, VS-28, and helped install the VAST Station, and certify a load of programs. Always miss working for VAST, but I later got a job with the Air Force in civil service on one of their Automatic Test Equipment Stations. Don't know about the Batmobile, but I watched to VW's go off the cats. Worked with one of the best VAST engineers in the world, named Jim W. If you worked in VAST you probably heard of him.
Lt Auggie wasn't even in the navy yet! This was produced by the public affairs office of the AMERICA and the tomcat footage was done by either VF-33,VF-102, or stock footage from Grumman.
Think about it....It is a university of higher learning, thus the U, and calling naval vessels canoes, Canoe U, a friendly jest between service acadamies.
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That was back in '80. Thru the canall back n forth.
God bless our United States Navy 🇺🇸!
This was one of several videos I wanted to post videos because of the song. I served on USS Constellation CV64 - Western Pacific / Indian Ocean (77-81)
I served on the America from Nov '79 to April '83 with two Indian Ocean deployments. Nice to hear from you guys.
CV66 America must of come through the Canal. CV64 Constellation we were there prior to anyone, the first in the I/O. CV64 was suppose to be relieved by CV61 Ranger the POS which failed and eventually by CV41 Midway. I am guessing CV66 was relieved by CV41 Midway? Didn't know Atlantic Carriers were involved that early.
@bobbycv64 yeah had to go thru canal bak n forth. I think 66 relieve 64, ended with 7 mos deployment. Don't remember who relieved 66 but was late 1 month.
@@leotorres1709 - 64 was 1st, we never saw 66, Ranger 61 was to relieve us (2nd), however, got in a collision and 64 had to wait for Midway 41 (3rd) and then we went back to San Diego, 8 month cruise. You must of relieved Midway 41.
Bottom line @leotorres1709 - 66 did her Job, just like 64, 41. 61 was a POS.
USS America CV 66 1973 -1976 Ships company V-3 Division
I served on the America from October 9, 1986 to my discharge on April 24, 1990. I came aboard right after the 1986 Med Cruise, went through the yard period from November 20, 1986 to February 11, 1988 and the work-ups for that year. Then came the NATO cruise and the Med/IO cruise in 1989, and finally, my exit. We visited New York City in April 1988 for Fleet Week, Mayport, FL in September after REFTRA, and Fort Lauderdale in March 1990 during Spring Break. An experience that I wouldn't trade for the world.
my father served on the america from 80-84, First Class Petty Officer Alvin C. Justus with VF-33, much love to all my Naval Vets! My father was my Hero!, God rest his Soul! Eye of the Tiger!
Hey guy, is your father quite skinny in built? Lastname sounds familiar.
@@leotorres1709 he was 5'9 160 lbs when he served
I worked at the machine shop in engineering. A lot of airdales show up in the shop for engraving job mostly lighters for souvenir as well as flyboys. That is why lastname sounds familar.
I came aboard as FTG3 Brian Miller in Jan of 1984. I worked on the Nato Seasparrow Missile systems. I loved these videos back when they were first made and they bring back some really great memories. I remember going through the Suez and having all threee missile systems ready to launch at a moments notice as well as having two huge speakers out on missile deck 2 blaring out rock and roll while cooling off the flight deck crew from below with our fresh water hoses. Real Good Times!!!
My Dad was on this ship in the late 60's. He was a member of the flight deck crew. He made Chief while serving on her. He loved this ship, and her crew. It would break his heart to know that she was scuttled. He was CPO Thomas Page in case anyone here might remember him.
Hi there, I came here from Abel Danger, I followed the link you posted when you had said your Dad was on this carrier.. Thank you and thank him.
. Watching these videos of aircraft carriers and the crews all important job, , seeing the fighter jets and imagining all the things those pilots go thru... the torturous training and what their bodies go thru, how someone can learn to withstand those G forces and be able to control something that goes that fast always gets me so emotional. I am intrigued, thrilled, get goose bumps, cry. I feel so many different emotions at the same time. I have so much respect and admiration for all these dedicated men and women. Thanks again~
vegasjill21 Hi Vegas. Yes, working the flight deck is very dangerous work! My Dad had many horror stories to tell when he came home. I thought of Field when I saw the planes. I'm sure he also has some tails to tell. Maybe one day he will share some with us. Thank you for your kindness Vegas, it means a lot! See you in Abel Danger! :)
macandpat Thanks for your reply. Pat. And, I agree, I'm pretty sure Field has many great stories to tell of his time up there in that majestic bird he flew....
Awesome video thank you
My dad was on the America from 83-86. Thanks for posting this.
Sharing 💯 always
My grandfather worked on uss America on her main voyege 1966
Good ole days
Made the 1984 Med/IO cruise with VA72. What a great time looking back on it now.
AW2 with HS-11 Dragonslayer during the Med/IO Cruise. Wow!
I was in Vf-102. I loaned a LT. my Survivor cassette to put the music to it.
95-98 VF-102 PR shop PR1 Hoge
You remember name they put on the canopy of the VF-102’s AB111 aircraft?
@@fishnchips5826 It has been years since I was in VF-102. I have trouble remembering who the people I served with in my shop.
@@jameshoge1177 i see, thank you so much for your service sir! 🫡🇺🇸 Im a huge fans of the silly snake since my granpa used to fly with the 102 in the early-mid 70’s
Why the hell would the USS America be under the ocean? Should've kept it as a museum!
I have a friend who was on 59, 66 and 71. 66 was his favorite and he was glad the ship was sunk instead of people disrepecting your old ship. I was on 64 and (63, 64, 66) the sisters, much respect shipmate.
love those tomcats
Sounds like we on board the same time!
Snuffy was a good skipper!
Great vids mate
I'm glad to finally find it, but wish it hadn't been chopped. The original started with no sound, only the sun coming up on the flight deck, and the 'remove before flight' banners flapping in the breeze. What else is missing?
AC2 in Strike Ops, writing the Air Plan
How about CAG Zlatoper retiring with 4 stars, last job -CINCPAC!
Yes I was on the AMERICA, she was a good ship. Good luck when it comes time to apply to the USNA also known as Canoe U!
I was there
Wow my dad gave me this vhs tape
I'm glad to finally find it, but wish it hadn't been chopped. The original started with no sound, only the sun coming up on the flight deck, and the 'remove before flight' banners flapping in the breeze, then the music. What else is missing?
AC2 in Strike Ops, writing the Air Plan
How about CAG Zlatoper retiring with 4 stars, last job -CINCPAC!
@alaskanmarine1
I was on her in '74 was in VA-35 Black Panthers, Plane Captain then Corrosion Control.
No, I was in pilot maintainance, as the squadron corpsman I made sure everyone had thier shots, physicals, and more.
Deckape here 81 to 85
Served on the America in VF33/AIMD VAST from 08/82-07/83. Where's some video of the Batmobile?
Served on the America in the 1976 world tour, VS-28, and helped install the VAST Station, and certify a load of programs. Always miss working for VAST, but I later got a job with the Air Force in civil service on one of their Automatic Test Equipment Stations. Don't know about the Batmobile, but I watched to VW's go off the cats. Worked with one of the best VAST engineers in the world, named Jim W. If you worked in VAST you probably heard of him.
@@stansova3138 Maybe he was ship's company. We airdales didn't talk to those guys.
Lt Auggie wasn't even in the navy yet! This was produced by the public affairs office of the AMERICA and the tomcat footage was done by either VF-33,VF-102, or stock footage from Grumman.
Glory days of Naval Aviation with decks full of Grumman aircraft.
@america66ify - LOL, I came to Miss America from Weymouth, and you went there after
Think about it....It is a university of higher learning, thus the U, and calling naval vessels canoes, Canoe U, a friendly jest between service acadamies.
Ship's Company AIMD IM3 WC 620 91 to 95