Check Six – 2000: Three Fighter Pilots

Posted on Sep 28, 2018 in 2000's, Check Six
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This photograph was taken on January 9, 2000 at the retirement ceremony for Maj Gen Edward Richardson. The ceremony was on the 154th Wing flightline and included a parade of Hawaii Army and Air National Guard personnel. Many Guard retirees attend the ceremony.

In the photograph are three retired 199th Fighter Squadron pilots – Daniel “Stoney” Stone, Harold “Shaka” Schatz and Joseph “Primo Joe” Ah New. All three retired from the Hawaii Air National Guard after long flying careers.

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