Szalkowski, Chester 1972-02-12
Chester Szalkowski discusses his work as an aircraft mechanic at Amarillo Air Force Base from its opening to its closing.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Chester Szalkowski
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: February 12, 1972
Location: Amarillo, Texas
Interviewer: David Nail
Length: 30 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Came to Amarillo in 1942,
Describes his first impressions of the Panhandle,
Discusses is work as an aircraft mechanic at Amarillo Air Force Base,
Some plane mishaps recalled,
Home-built B-17 plane explained,
Movie "Air Force" and plane used in it described,
Base closed from 1945 to 1951,
Returned as a civilian instructor in 1951,
Organized first Air Force fuel supply school,
Strategic Air Command’s operations at the base discussed,
Cites reactions to the base’s closing,
Experienced a rough flight on a Constellation,
Other memorable flights described.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1942-1968
Bulk Dates: 1942-1968
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