Check Six – Late 1970s: William “Bill” Austin

Posted on Jan 19, 2022 in 1970's, Check Six
Hawaii Air National Guard photograph

This undated photograph shows William “Bill” Austin. Bill transferred from the Oregon Air National Guard as the 154th Composite Group started their conversion from F-102 Delta Daggers to F-4 Phantoms. He served as the Engine Shop chief until 1983/84 when he retired. Bill returned to Oregon after his retirement.


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