Tag: Melvin Asai

Personal photograph used with permission - click to enlarge Several years ago, there was a reunion of maintenance and supply retirees. The reunion was held at Bishop's Point. In the photograph are: Standing (L-R): Steven Wong, Byron Crytobal, Robert Dongon,…

When the 154th Fighter Interceptor Group (154 FIG) converted from the F-102A Delta Dagger to the F-4C Phantom II, the organization was redesignated the 154th Tactical Fighter Group (154 TFG). The Hawaii Air National Guard had flown “Deuces” since 1960…

While shopping in the Navy Exchange, Eric Wong ran into Melvin Asai. Mel came off active duty and served in several positions before becoming the 154th Wing's mobility officer. He always drove great cars that were alway clean. He was…