B-52 pilot at K.I. from 1976-80. Winter pictures looked the same then as well. Month I arrived was when a KC-135 carrying several bomb squadron crewmembers crashed at Wurtsmith AFB (I believe) and I took over the crew of a pilot who was killed. Also there when a B-52 crashed on an approach into K.I. Sawyer. Had two snowmobiles and a ski boat and we spent a lot of time enjoying the great outdoors of the UP. The steak and lasagna at a restaurant in Marquette was to die for (Don't remember the name). Visited there again in our motorhome in the 90s after the base closed and looked at our old house on base. Don't know how the area survives now that iron ore mining and the base are no longer in operation. Keith Green, Lt Col, USAF, retired.
Was there at that time period OMS tanker Branch …pulling alert heating water on the tankers …can’t say I miss that , but had a good time and lots of TDY time from KI …always volunteering to go!! Thanks for sharing the video .
I was stationed there from around mid to late March 85 through April 88. Corrosion Control Specialist was my given career picked for me by the Air Force. Put a LOT of paint on the B-52's and KC-135's stationed there. Even had a special job of completely painting one of the old McDonnell F-101 Voodoo that still sets on display on the base by an old model B-52. Was told that the last normal seasonal snow fall by the people stationed on the base was right around St. Patrick's day. The St. Patrick's day snow storm of 86 dropped 2-3 inches shy of 3 feet of snow over that weekend! A LOT of good memories of that place that I miss...
I reported there in January of 1973. Don't remember the snow conditions at that time. Maybe I just missed it? From 73 to 74, though, we had a lot of snow. GREAT for using my snow mobile that just about EVERYONE had! I was told that it had snowed at K.I. in EVERY MONTH except August. True or not true. I don't know! I sure miss that base and that area. I went back in 2021 for quick "look/see". Not the same OBVIOUSLY!
1972, Obbie Lee Cobbs USAF, was stationed at KI Sawyer AFB and picked up girl named Beatrice Whitlock who was a high school classmate of mine in Munising. He attempted to rape Beatrice and she fled from his vehicle. Cobbs chased her into the woods and beat her to death. He then tossed her in front of his car and ran over her getting stuck in the ditch with her head wrenched up under the wheel well. Cobb's story to the Munising police was that he picked her up hitchhiking in Marquette and rolled the vehicle and she fell out of the car. He was charged with murder and pled guilty to 2nd degree homicide and was released from prison after serving just 3 years. The USAF never apologized to anyone in the community for the loss/suffering. Unacceptable...
God, I wish this video had sounds and smells. The pungent smell of the flight line and the sound of a taxiing 106 is etched on my brain. And I miss hearing the barely audible click and buzz that preceded the playing of retreat at 5pm. You had 3 seconds to get into a building or be forced to stand there saluting the flag for 30 seconds. (We would always turn and salute the "Someplace Special" sign on the water tower instead.) I miss it and I don't.
B-52 pilot at K.I. from 1976-80. Winter pictures looked the same then as well. Month I arrived was when a KC-135 carrying several bomb squadron crewmembers crashed at Wurtsmith AFB (I believe) and I took over the crew of a pilot who was killed. Also there when a B-52 crashed on an approach into K.I. Sawyer. Had two snowmobiles and a ski boat and we spent a lot of time enjoying the great outdoors of the UP. The steak and lasagna at a restaurant in Marquette was to die for (Don't remember the name). Visited there again in our motorhome in the 90s after the base closed and looked at our old house on base. Don't know how the area survives now that iron ore mining and the base are no longer in operation. Keith Green, Lt Col, USAF, retired.
Was there at that time period OMS tanker Branch …pulling alert heating water on the tankers …can’t say I miss that , but had a good time and lots of TDY time from KI …always volunteering to go!! Thanks for sharing the video .
I was stationed there from around mid to late March 85 through April 88. Corrosion Control Specialist was my given career picked for me by the Air Force. Put a LOT of paint on the B-52's and KC-135's stationed there. Even had a special job of completely painting one of the old McDonnell F-101 Voodoo that still sets on display on the base by an old model B-52. Was told that the last normal seasonal snow fall by the people stationed on the base was right around St. Patrick's day. The St. Patrick's day snow storm of 86 dropped 2-3 inches shy of 3 feet of snow over that weekend! A LOT of good memories of that place that I miss...
I was in Minot, 78-81. This sure feels familiar😊 Thank you for sharing. Thank you for serving!
I reported there in January of 1973. Don't remember the snow conditions at that time. Maybe I just missed it? From 73 to 74, though, we had a lot of snow. GREAT for using my snow mobile that just about EVERYONE had! I was told that it had snowed at K.I. in EVERY MONTH except August. True or not true. I don't know! I sure miss that base and that area. I went back in 2021 for quick "look/see". Not the same OBVIOUSLY!
I was born at K.I.Sawyer 8-4-1972.
I was too! January of 72
I was born there 10-27-71
1972, Obbie Lee Cobbs USAF, was stationed at KI Sawyer AFB and picked up girl named Beatrice Whitlock who was a high school classmate of mine in Munising. He attempted to rape Beatrice and she fled from his vehicle. Cobbs chased her into the woods and beat her to death. He then tossed her in front of his car and ran over her getting stuck in the ditch with her head wrenched up under the wheel well. Cobb's story to the Munising police was that he picked her up hitchhiking in Marquette and rolled the vehicle and she fell out of the car. He was charged with murder and pled guilty to 2nd degree homicide and was released from prison after serving just 3 years. The USAF never apologized to anyone in the community for the loss/suffering. Unacceptable...
Yup
I was at Kincheloe same winter. We had more snow blown off from Lake Superior. Thanks for the memories.❤
Yes, was at Kincheloe 72-77 135 crew chief and later job control. Bought a Ski Doo first thing in Aug. rode it in oct. Belive we had 300" that year.
My home during the same time. 410th bomb wing .Bomber Phase Dock. Msgt Keuhner and Tsgt Skutley we're my bosses. Sgt Barrett trainer
Stationed at Malmstrom, 78 - 82. Cold as heck till chinooks winds blew in.....Remember one February 79 day.....65 in the afternoon, by midnight -5 !
Hand salute brother ! Stationed in Texas and England while USAF. Definitely prefer a warmer climate :)
God, I wish this video had sounds and smells. The pungent smell of the flight line and the sound of a taxiing 106 is etched on my brain. And I miss hearing the barely audible click and buzz that preceded the playing of retreat at 5pm. You had 3 seconds to get into a building or be forced to stand there saluting the flag for 30 seconds. (We would always turn and salute the "Someplace Special" sign on the water tower instead.)
I miss it and I don't.
I would miss NOTHING about that. I have no idea how you could.
I served with the 62 FIS Sept. 68 to Feb 14 1969. F-101 s😊
Wow! We used to get so much more snow!
Looks like it was a well-cultured place - a few good ole' _Plymouths_ in this clip.
Chrysler products started in the arctic conditions when all other brands failed. I know..lived there & drove 'em! Chrysler/ Plymouth/ Dodge.
I think the winter of 1970--1971 had more snow.
Neat!
Guess the climates were changing.............
Do you mind if I use this in a documentary I am making?
No problem!
Make sure you check out the other two on my channel - feel free to use all three
@@scottiniowa1 thank you so much
Northern bases suck.