Skip Neel left a comment on USS John F. Kennedy CV-67
"I was on-board with VAQ 133 from 1976 until 1979. we did 1 North Atlantic and 2 MED Cruises. "
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on NAS Lakehurst
"I went to a Emergency Shore Based arresting Gear School there in May/Jun, 1966. The AB Schools were just getting started as they were being moved from Philly."
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on USS New Orleans LPH-11
"Good Day Shipmates. I served on The USS New Orleans LPH 11 from Jun, 1972 until Oct, 1973. I was assigned to V-1 Division. Did the 72/73 WESPAC and Operation End Sweep. Great Ship, I truly enjoyed my Tour on-board. "
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on Operation End Sweep
"I was in V-1 Div, FLT DK LPO Onboard the USS New Orleans LPH 11. and was sent TAD to USS Ogden LPD 5 when their Air Dept refused to go to work. Myself and 4 Men from the Orleans went over to help the Ogden during Flight Ops."
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on Naval Air Station Guantanamo Bay
"I was stationed at the Crash Crew on  Mc Calla side from 3/65 to 6/66 then on the leeward Point side from 6/66 to 3/67. I remember the Mine Field Explosion in 65 twice and the emergency runs to the Hospital to cover the Evac. Also remember…"
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on Electronic Attack Squadron 133 VAQ-133
"Was station with the wizards from 5/76 to 8/79. I was their Token Sailor (ABH1) and enjoyed the tour of duty. Some great shipmates and we did 2 MED Cruises and 1 North Atlantic on the Bid John (USS John F. Kennedy CV 67)."
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on Cold War Navy Veterans
"ABH1 Skip Neel USN/Ret 12/60 to 5/81 "
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on Mayport Naval Station
"Was stationed at NavSta Mayport in the Crash Crew from 4/61 to 2/64. A lot of great Memories and Shipmates."
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on Shellbacks
"I crossed onboard the USS New Orleans LPH 11 21st of January, 1973"
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on USS Franklin D Roosevelt CV-42
"Was assigned to V-1 Div. 1964. Made the 64 MED Cruise and then was discharged. Re-enlisted and then retired in 1981 as ABH1."
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on Navy Fighting Squadron VF-121
"This was my last Command. I checked in Oct, 1979 and retired the same Date the Trans Det. did 31 May, 1981. When I checked in I was assigned as the Safety PO for the Squadron and as time passed I became the Command Career Councilor, LIne PO and any…"
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on Virginia Navy Vets
"I joined the Navy in Alexandria, VA in Dec, 1960. Rode the USS John F. Kennedy CV 67 out of Norfolk while assigned to VAQ 133. Retired from the Navy May, 81 and now live in Deming NM."
Aug 21, 2019
Skip Neel left a comment on First Class Association
"Made ABH1 in Feb, 1968 and stayed First Class until I retired in 1981. ABHC was at the 110 - 115%. Like a lot of others I PNA'd until they started the Chief's Board then I made the Board every year. With 112 Board Qualified and only 6 being picked.…"
Aug 21, 2019