Thursday's bombing occurred about seven weeks after an unsolved bombing at the civilian commercial airport. Baader-Meinhof Gang attacked US troops, bases in 1970s-1980s At the Darmstadt military community, security increased to check the front and back of identification cards, a full check of the photo, and the vehicle registration. You can still see the blood over there where part of an engine flew into the street.". About 30 cars were damaged as the blast ripped out windows and doors of surrounding buildings and sent debris flying hundreds of yards. Their opinion was based on the fact the bombing had much in common with the group's favored style of attack the time of day, the method of delivery and the fact that a member of the faction is on trial in Duesseldorf for the 1981 bombing at Ramstein AB. In 1956, the wing was transferred to Toul-Rosieres Air Base, France, and the 7425th Air Base Group was left at Hahn to care for the facility. Following training, the wing, led by officers such as then Maj. Charles E. Yeager, moved to Hahn Air Base, Germany, to serve as a counter to Soviet expansion in Europe. Our mission was Air Base Air Defense for Spangdahlem Air Base (A Battery & HHB), Bitburg Air Base (B Battery) and Hahn Air Base (C Battery). No injuries were reported in either blast but damages totaled about $50,000. HAHN, West Germany -- Two bomb blasts ripped through a U.S Air Force officers club Sunday less than 24 hours after West Germany's peace movement began its 'hot fall' of protests against American missile deployment in Europe. Chronology of Major Terrorist Attacks in West Germany With Night Club Bomb [citation needed] Origins [ edit] Damien got pinned under a bookshelf. The 50th Tactical Fighter Wing at Hahn Air Base, Germany, received the commands first operational F-16 aircraft. The unit is the host wing at Schriever Air Force Base, located east of Colorado Springs, Colorado. When the airplanes and crews arrived at Hahn in August 1953, it marked the first mass flight of an entire tactical wing from the United States to continental Europe - a The explosions occurred at the Army's V Corps headquarters, in the area called "Little America" because of the cluster of United States military facilities. The wall came down smashing the cases and filling the room with smoke. It was the latest of a series of assaults on military targets in Western Europe, apparently in response to the deployment of United States medium-range missiles. Since 1999 we have specialised in distribution services for other airlines and ticketing solutions for travel agencies. We were practicing maneuvers. My first season I played for the Rams. from around the world. I was a Firefighter Stationed at Rhein Main from 1975/1979. and the bomb in the cloak room next door went off. The blast occurred at 7:15 a.m. as hundreds of employees were reporting to work. Here is a list of some of the attacks in 1985 and prior years: --- 1985: JACKSONVILLE AND CLAY. Not all military installations changed procedures. I had a great time and intend to go again next year. Another victim was taken to the Army hospital at Frankfurt. New Page 1 [freepages.rootsweb.com] The Air Force said all but one of the injured Americans were officers. Aug. 7, 1983 Bomb blasts, anti-nu:lear protest in West Germany HAHN, West Germany -- West German and American authorities searched today for terrorists whose bomb blasts in a U.S. Air Force. Their names were not immediately provided. The aircraft was deployed to Hahn from Clovis AFB New Mexico during Operation Fox Able 27 on 10 August 1953. Makes me feel better that a few others recall that one as usually the 1981 and 1985 bombings pop up immediately in searches and people think you've got years and details confused if you mention a 1977 bombing there. Sign up to receive a daily email of today's top military news stories from Stars and Stripes and top news outlets Somebody needs to badly. He was being kept overnight for observation. PANAMA CITY CSS. For TV we had one channel of AFN. Six bombs have been found on United States and other Western military bases in West Germany in 1985. How cool is that. TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. Hahn Air Base, Germany - Military Airfield Directory HQ USAFE activated its fourth ground launched cruise missile unit, the 38th Tactical Missile Wing, at Wueschheim Air Station, Germany. Staff Sgt. Talk:Rhein-Main Air Base - Wikipedia In 1967, the wing's 10th and 81st Fighter Squadrons began converting to the F-4C and D aircraft. The 50th Fighter Bomber Wing, Clovis Air Force Base, New Mexico, transferred from Tactical Air Command to USAFEs Twelfth Air Force. HAHN AIR BASE Air Force Units Army Units Coast Guard Units Marine Corps Units Navy Units Become a VetFriends Member Site Map Search Veterans & Personnel Photos, Humor, Stories & More Military Records & Resources Reunions, Parades, & Events Online Catalog About VetFriends My Profile MetLife Veteran Insurance Discounts Contact Us Shop Military Gear Hahn Air is a German scheduled and executive charter airline. Interior Ministry official, Carl-Dieter Spranger said recently that according to ministry information the 'Revolutionary Cells' group threatened widespread violence to coincide with the fall demonstrations. The 50th Tactical Fighter Wing was deactivated in 1991 after 35 years at Hahn. Calvin Harris forbids Taylor Swift from writing about him. In conjunction with the switch, USAFE redesignated these fighter interceptor squadrons as tactical fighter squadrons -- the 32nd on 1 July, 525th on 1 October, 496th on 1 January 1970, and the 526th on 1 April 1970. TWS is the largest online community of Veterans existing today and is a powerful Veteran locator. About 30. Lorrie Bourland, base public affairs officer. Rhein-Main car bomb kills 2; more than 20 injured in blast Relive & share the memories of your service time with your brothers & sisters in arms today. Fortunately he had also become a member and responded to my email. WASHINGTON, Aug. 8 (AP) - A White House spokesman today called the bombing a ''shameful act'' and said early information indicates a radical group was targeting United States and other Western military personnel. Watched the building burn and it was only later that we learned it was destroyed by a device placed by a terrorist group.65.25.68.125 (talk) 13:41, 5 September 2013 (UTC)[1]Reply[reply], I was a U.S. Army officer stationed in the FRG from 1977-1980. The police said the bombings did not seem related. 1 killed in shooting at Massachusetts house party, Heavy shelling in Kherson, Kharkiv destroys residences, Cuba postpones International Workers' Day parade over fuel shortages, Democrats, Republicans remain split on debt ceiling plan. The other victims suffered mostly cuts and were released after treatment on the base. My dad was an officer in base engineering and moved us to Germany in 1975. It was being blamed on the Baader-Meinhof Gang at the time with investigation on-going. U.S. Air Force Records Search & Veteran Locator | TWS Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. Members of the Red Army Faction are suspected. Keep supporting great journalism by turning off your ad blocker. 6424-Supply Officer Status USAF Veteran Primary Unit 1972-1974, 6424, 1830th Electronics Installation Squadron . TadgStirkland401 (talk) 23:52, 22 July 2018 (UTC)Reply[reply], I was stationed there. 84-1263 and 84-1293, assigned to the 50th Tactical Fighter Wing, Hahn Air Base, Federal Republic of Germany. Thank you so much again for helping me One of them, a man who was inside when the blast occurred, was knocked down and may have suffered a concussion. F 2686 General Dynamics F-16 Eagle Footage at Hahn Air Base Frank H. Scarton, 19, of Woodhaven, Mich., assigned to the 437th Military Airlift Wing, Charleston AFB, S.C. It's been nearly 40 years since we parted. They did not go off and caused no deaths or injuries. I remember vividly being told that I'd have to get something at the train station and could change a few dollars to DM there if needed as the O-Club had just been gutted by the bombing. A West German police spokesman said five bombs were found hidden in fire extinguishers at the officers club, but only two went off. U.S. : 32 . Glitches delay start of Florida recount for senator, governor. Every year millions of passengers travel between 4,000 . involved maneuvers which would allow his formation to split up to attack West Germany has been relatively successful in the battle against terrorism, but there has been a flare-up this year that has troubled the Government of Chancellor Helmut Kohl. AFSC/MOS 29150-Communications Center Specialist . When the spokesman, Edward Djerejian, was asked whether the group could be identified, he said: ''We have no information on the group itself but it is well known that the Red Army Faction and other terrorist groups in Europe are closely coordinating with one another in targeting U.S. military bases. He said Rhein Main AFB. I was taken to the clinic where they put cotton pads on my eyes and said I had smoke inhalation. The size and content of the bomb have not yet been determined, he said. Several adjacent buildings, including the transient facilities and Burger Bar, were evacuated as a precaution. All under heavy guard. Police officials said at least 10 of the injured were Americans. Air Force officials identified the dead man as A.1.C. Revolutionaere Zelle claimed responsibility for the bombing. During the wing's absence, the base was used to support F-102 Delta Dagger's of the 496th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron, elements of another fighter bomber wing, and a tactical missile wing. Monroe. Most offices went down to a skeleton crew, and I worked in the Communications Center and they sent almost everyone back to their homes or their dorms. Hahn Air Base - Wikipedia ". Maj. Bernard F. Fisher, assigned to the 496th Fighter Interceptor Squadron at Hahn Air Base, Germany, received the Medal of Honor for his heroic rescue of a downed pilot while serving in Vietnam. That same year saw the 496th Fighter Interceptor Squadron assigned to the 50th Wing, after spending 12 years at Hahn. Hahn Air Base, Germany. Base facilities then consisted of pre-fabricated barracks heated by coke-burning pot belly stoves, outdoor latrines, and tents for motorpool personnel to work in. Wilson R. Evans II, Lt. Col. Richard A. Myers, Capt. Russian dance troupe under investigation after twerking performance goes viral. 1985 $115.00 Seller: nanhofen (4,667) 100% Buy It Now +$18.00 shipping Sponsored Named Certificate (MR CLAUS ALT)-Hahn Air Base . Hahn Air Base - Air Force Unit Directory - Together We Served Air Force security police, fire units and ambulances swarmed to the blast scene within two minutes. That was 30 years after the incident. The 7425th Group was redesignated the 50th Air Base Group. ". Copyright 2023 United Press International, Inc. All Rights Reserved. In a telegram to President Reagan, Mr. Kohl deplored the latest attack and promised swift action ''to cast light on the deed.''. Chuck Yeager's Amazing Life Told Through The Airplanes He Flew If you served in Hahn Air Base, Join TWS for free to reconnect with service friends. Thank you so much again for helping me July 17 (UPI) -- CPI Aerostructures has secured a five-year contract worth $21 million to manufacture and supply fuel panel assemblies for Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. Similar attacks on U.S. targets in West Germany over the past year have been carried out by left-wing terrorist groups calling themselves 'Red Cells' or 'Revolutionary Cells.'.