This Squadron served a period of fifty-two years of service, including World War II, the Korean War, the Cold War, patrols during the Bay of Pigs, surveillance operations during the Cuban missile crisis, and more.
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I joined VP-44 in May 1969 until May 1974. Made the move from Pax River to Brunswick, ME. I joined the Squadron as an AW1,. I changed my rate from AE-1 to AW-1 when the AW rate started. After three years, I changed my rate back to AE-1. I flew on several different crews during my tenure.
Crew 8 66-68 Julie/ECM and JEZ operator.