Hi my name is Joseph Galada III and my father, Joseph Galada Jr. was a crew chief on the 105. He told me so many stories about the planes and the people he worked with. His stories inspired me so much that I had to follow in his footsteps and did just. I joined the USAF at 17 and became a Crew Chief on F-16, A-10 and C-130's. I'd love for my Dad to meet up with some of his old friends and possibly go to a reunion with him to hear some of those stories all over again. If you know of my father please let me know.
Thank you, Joseph Galada

Hi Joseph, Thank you for your post and for your service. If you will check the Reunion 2014 page it lists the folks that are attending. I think there are at least 2 former crew chiefs on that list; have your father take a look at the list. Take care, Jack

Hi Jan, Thank you for your entry. Your husband probably launched me since I arrived in January 1967, but I don't recall his name. I certainly honor his service. I know others who visit this site will remember Larry. Take care, Jack

Hi Becky, Thank you for your entry. I've enjoyed your comments on the Facebook F-105 groups. We have a lot of Thud drivers, crew chiefs, historians, and many others visit this site so perhaps you will get an answer. We honor your father's service. Take care, Jack

Hi Rich, Thanks for your service. Keep checking the Reunion 2014 page for the latest info. Take care, Jack

Hi William, Thank you for the Roscoe addition. He was everybody's friend and I sure missed him when he passed. I was back in the 34th TFS driving F-4E's at the time. And thanks for your service too. Take care, Jack