for all you guys that were stationed there, check this out:
http://www.flashearth.com/?lat=35.327897&lon=25.284643&z=17.2&r=0&src=ggl

paste that into your browser and you will see iraklion airstation, whatever it is now, from satellite a few years ago….all the buildings are still there and identifiable: the barracks, the chow hall, the compound, even the movie theatre—remember the “mid flicks”?
I was there from april 66 until october 67…..

great satellite shot. i was at IAS from April 62 thru Oct 63. i certainly can recognize most of the buildings. thanks

I was stationed at Iraklion from Dec. 1965 until July 1967. I worked Charlie Flight. The one building I remember best was the Airmans Club. How many remember the Charlie flight Christmas Party 1966? That 50 cents per payday to finance the party sure provided a lot of fun in one night.If there is anyone out there that was on Crete during the time period listed above leave me an note or send an email.
X Radio Intercept Operator

stationed 1966 to 1970 207×1, dog flight as ncoic msd

I was on IAS from1-74 on Baker Flt. as an Arabic Linguist. My nickname was Moodus. It was probably the best time of my life.

My family and I were on Crete from April 1963 until July 1966. I worked on straight days but spent many nights at ops since I was the only French Linguist there and also had Czech and Russian skills. We lived downtown near the main square for 2 years and finally lived on base. My wife is Sally and we have two sons Dick and Larry. Crete was a great experience and we tried to get extended there as long as possible but they sent me to 6948th at Goodfellow in summer of 1966.

Dick Roberts

I was stationed on Crete from May,67 -Dec,68. admin-medic at dispensary, SGT VOZAR IST NCOIC, would like to hear from anyone there around that time period.

Norm Trent My buddy, how bout that, awful glad to see your still around, want to adopt a cat????????
Old Joke but a great memory. Ken I believe we may have worked together or at least mat I was ther from Dec. 1968 to March 1972.
tarted out as an x1 but became 202 after tdy frankfurt for School and training, great to see you guys…..best wishes….Joe McDonough

I WAS WITH THE SECURITY POLICE AT THE 6931ST FOR THREE YEARS IN THE EARLY 1960′S. I WAS ACCOMPANIED BY MY WIFE AND SON. WE LIVED DOWNTOWN FOR 18 MONTHS THEN ON THE WONDERFUL BASE HOUSING (TRAILERS) FOR THE REST OF MY TOUR. WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE WHO KNEW ME THERE. I REALLY MISS THE GOOD TIME ON CRETE AND WILL ALWAYS BE GLAD THAT I WAS THERE..

I was at IAS from October 1963 to April 1965. I was with Baker Flight the entire time. There were some events that took place here that I will always remember. President Kennedy was assassinated on 22 November 1963. The Bob Hope Christmas Show was at IAS in December 1963 but I did not get to see it. Since I was a “rookie” at IAS at that time I had to fill shift duty for an “old timer” so he could see the Bob Hope Show. I didn’t like it but it was the right decision. It is hard to believe this was almost fifty years ago. Looking back, I have good memories of Crete and I am proud to have been a part of the USAFSS and would like hearing from anyone who was there during that time.

I was stationed on Crete as a 202 Intelligence Analyst from Dec. 1963 to April 1965. One of the best experiences of my life. Reassinged to HQ/San Antonio, then to DaNang, Vietnam. Back to HQ/San Antonio, volunteered again and went to Saigon working at the US Army’s Davis Station. Discharged April 1967. Used G.I. Bill to get BS degree in Broadcasting at Kent State University; was at the shooting site May 4, 1970 and as News Director of WKSU-AM&FM and WKNT-AM&FM. Moved to Maui with wife Kaye and son; lived there 5 years; moved to Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda, Florida. Company built and I ran a resort-marina-shopping facility called Fishermen’s Village. Tried to retire by Charlotte County Sheriff hired me as PIO in 2003. Been there ever since using Intelligence and Media skills.

I was stationed at Iraklion Air Station from 1965-66 as a 20250. I came 2T from Karamursel Air station in Turkey. IAS was a great assignment and I have many great memories of my time there. I am very proud of my service in the USAFSS during the cold war.

Stationed at 6930th RGM from 61-62. I worked as a 202 in Techsum Prep. Best friend was Jimmy Johnson on Baker flight, also a 202. Married Mando in October 62 and will celebrate our 50th next October. Loved Crete and have gone back many times.

I was at 6930th RGM during 62-63 and was a 202 working shift work. My best friend was Jimmy Johnson, also a 202 on Baker flight if I recall. Retired from service in 83 and living in San Antonio now after also retiring from USDA.

I was stationed at IAS from 1959 to 1961 as a radio intercept operator, 29231. I have many fond memories of my year and one half on Crete. I was on Charlie trick and played on the base fast pitch softball team which travel to Turkey and Spain competing in the European championships. I would love to hear from anyone else who was stationed during this same time. Sincerely, Roger Adams

I was stationed at Iraklion AS three times (X1) 61-63, 76-78, 81-84–all on Charlie flt (some Days in 83, 84 in DOO). Wonderful tours with lots of great memories. Retired after 30 yrs in 1990; retired from post office in 2009–49 yrs was enough! Would love to hear from anyone there during that time; 6930/6931 tour was the best kept secret in the AF.

I was stationed at Iraklion AS twice 15 Jun 1959 to 3 July 1964 (My first Air Force Assignment) and again 15 Nov 1981 to 1 Sep 1984 (My last Air Force Assignment)I was a security policeman during my first tour and worked the compound gate until Jun 1960 when I moved to the base police. On my second tour I worked at Base Supply. I consider IAS the best assignment of my 26 year career. I drove around the base a few years ago and was saddened to see it’s run down condition.

Hello Warren Dickerson,
I was stationed at Iraklion from July 1978 to July 1980. Didn’t work in the compound but worked at CE. Spent alot of time in the gym but partied with alot of Intel folks. Remember Ernie Lee and his crew? Any idea where he is now?

I was an MIO at IAS from 1962 to 1966. Before that I was with the 6922nd SG in the PI. great beach in Crete. Met a nice girl there. Her mother was an ex beauty queen married to one of the base officers. She hated me because I hung with her daughter. Nothing came of our relationship. Had good times there.

I was stationed at the 6931st and worked in the comm center as a 291xx. Enjoyed the beach and the NCO club. Arrived in 1968 left in 70. This was a consecutive tour for me after leaving Da Nang Vietnam.
Les

Hello Warren,

I stumbled onto this site and immediately recognized your name. While my memory often fails me, I think you were a relatively new Tech Sgt in the 31st ESS when I was there in 76 – 78. Something tells me you were on Charlie Flight with John Resetar but I could be wrong. Regardless, I can still see you in the X1 isle. You were always an exemplar for meeting standards. I hope you are doing well. — Phil Thompson