User:ZappaOMatic/Airlift Tanker Association
| Abbreviation | A/TA |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1968 |
| Website | www |
Formerly called | Airlift Association (1968–1991) |
The Airlift/Tanker Association (A/TA), formerly the Airlift Association, is an American non-profit organization that supports the United States Air Force's airlift and air mobility operations. The A/TA is a partner of the Air Mobility Command.
History
In July 1969, members of the 834th Airlift Division who assisted with airlifting during the Vietnam War convened for a reunion, during which they formed the Airlift Association.[1] The association later formed a partnership with the Air Force to train and develop airmen.[2]
The association was renamed the Airlift/Tanker Association in 1992.[1]
In 1999, Air Force general Duane H. Cassidy became Chairman of the Board of Officers, a position he held until 2003.[3]
Alongside Air Mobility Command, the A/TA hosts the Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium annually. The 2018 symposium was held on October 25–28 in Grapevine, Texas.[4] Other activities include sponsoring the Air Force Ball in 2012.[5]
Hall of Fame
The A/TA maintains a Hall of Fame, which has 32 inductees as of 2019[update].[6] Those enshrined have bust sculptures placed at Scott Air Force Base.[7]
| Year | Inductee | Rank | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Walter Kross | General (Ret.) | |
| 2017 | Paul L. Williams | Major General (Ret.) | |
| 2016 | Alan Cobham | N/A | [7] |
| 2015 | The C-17A Pathfinder Loadmasters | N/A | |
| 2014 | Earl B. Young | Colonel (Ret.) | |
| 2013 | Ronald R. Fogleman | General | |
| 2012 | William H. Pitsenbarger | Staff Sergeant | |
| 2011 | Thomas M. Ryan | Major General (Ret.) | |
| 2009 | The Pioneers of Aerial Refueling | N/A | |
| 2008 | Robert B. Patterson | Major General (Ret.) | |
| 2007 | Aeromedical Evacuation Legacy Team | N/A | |
| 2006 | Duane H. Cassidy | General (Ret.) | |
| 2005 | James I. Baginski | Major General (Ret.) | |
| 2003 | John F. Shea | N/A | |
| 2002 | Carl Spaatz | General | |
| 2001 | Roy W. Hooe | Master Sergeant | |
| 2000 | Winston P. Wilson | Major General | |
| 1999 | Gail S. Halvorsen | Colonel (Ret.) | [8] |
| 1998 | John Levitow | Sergeant | |
| 1997 | Joe M. Jackson | Colonel | |
| 1997 | William G. Moore Jr. | General | |
| 1996 | Nancy Harkness Love | N/A | |
| 1995 | Joseph Smith | Lieutenant General | |
| 1994 | Robert E. Huyser | General | |
| 1993 | Ira C. Eaker | Lieutenant General | |
| 1992 | C. R. Smith | Major General | |
| 1991 | Harold L. George | Lieutenant General | |
| 1990 | Donald Wills Douglas Sr. | N/A | |
| 1990 | Laurence S. Kuter | General | |
| 1989 | William H. Tunner | Lieutenant General |
References
- ^ a b Cook, Greg (September 14, 2015). "Airlift/Tanker Association Salutes the Life of Founding Member Thomas Sadler". Airlift/Tanker Association. Retrieved February 27, 2019.
- ^ Schogol, Jeff (October 28, 2015). "High ops tempo is hot topic at Airlift/Tanker Association convention". Air Force Times. Retrieved February 27, 2019.
- ^ Wade, Stephenie (February 11, 2016). "AF remembers pioneer of DOD transportation". United States Air Force. Retrieved February 27, 2019.
- ^ Fontalvo, Alejandra (November 1, 2018). "A/TA symposium allows JBC Airmen to 'reconnect, recharge, re-blue'". Joint Base Charleston. Retrieved February 27, 2019.
- ^ "Air Force celebrates 65 years". The Tampa Tribune. October 10, 2012. Retrieved February 27, 2019 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Hall of Fame". Airlift/Tanker Association. Retrieved February 27, 2019.
- ^ a b English, Tristin (October 12, 2017). "A/TA honors air mobility pioneer". United States Air Force. Retrieved February 27, 2019.
- ^ Ford, Regina (March 31, 2001). "Gail Halvorsen still delivers the goods". Green Valley News. Retrieved February 27, 2019.