My dad, Arnold C Falk, flew B-24s over The Hump from late 1943 until about May 1945. He’s dead now, having passed away on 7 March 2001. In spite of his family’s requests over the years, he could not bring himself to talk or write about the experience. Perhaps you knew him. Thank you very much for sharing your experience, and know that many of us who are the children of the Greatest Generation are trying hard to make sure your stories are passed on to our children and grandchildren.
I'm so glad you did this story because I'm surprised there isn't more exppsure about the heroic sacrifices of these men who flew the hump . Is there a way to correspond with you by e mail or a mailing address . I have a reason . I'd like to have a written letter from someone who flew the hump . thank you , waiting for reply
I'm so glad you did this story because I'm surprised there isn't more exppsure about the heroic sacrifices of these men who flew the hump . Is there a way to correspond with you by e mail or a mailing address . I have a reason . I'd like to have a written letter from someone who flew the hump . thank you , waiting for reply wonder
Flying the Hump was one of the great feats of WWII. It was carried out under near impossible conditions until the end of the war. It was the only way to get supplies to China.
It's so great to hear your story being told, when many people don't know the heroic and terrifying efforts the ATC made in WWII, thanks for posting and for your service!!
I'm writing a feature film adaptation of the book LOST IN TIBET, a true story of a flight that crashed in Tibet, and I am more astonished each day at how little we (today) know. God bless
Thank you for posting this. My grandpa flew the hump and I think it was in C46s. I know he flew 46s and 47s but I'm uncertain which he took through (or was it "over"?) The Hump. There's not enough information out there about what you experienced...
my Dad Garry Lewis Oakland Ca was a bellygunner and flew the HUMP many times He was one of the lucky ones- returned no injuries but earned the DFC -- his palne was called " My Ass-um Draggin"
still wondering if you ever got up to the rifle range. A lot of the flying tigers and pacific navy cold war vets' records got lost--the flying tigers just didn't have time for details, but there were a number of them at the range. they had quite a bit of respect there, while mc carthy made them afraid to talk much about china because they supplied mao. mc carthy left them alone, but scared and silenced them. The men who supplied the kuomindang kept their teeth.
My Dad, Timothy Simpson, was with the Quartermasters who supplied yours and the other flights in India. My Dad never talked much about his experience over there in the CBI Theater other than to tell me that he had been one of the lucky ones. Thanks for the story. It means alot to me.
Amazing story. It reminds me of the ones my grandfather used to tell me when we went to the Aviation Museum in Warner Robbins, GA. His name was Julian Pilcher and he was an Engineer on a plane that flew fuel over the hump. He went on to receive the Distinguished Flying Cross. Sounds like you should have too. Thanks for posting.
Geriactric Fellow - Ha.... I think not! But alas you are an the real deal. I want to persoanlly thank you for sharing your experience. My grandfather flew the hump and I only have a few accounts of his experiences in India. Your personal account of flying the hump transcends any written accounts of this legenday war effort. God Bless your brave soul.
my Dad flew the hump.He also flew with the flying tigers.I was a child and never realized how much danger until one night as a adult he started talking about it with tears in his eyes That was the first and last timed he talked about it to me
Donald E. Bussart is my grandad. i have heard most of the stories about flying the hump and they never get old. he is now 87 years young and still takeing me up in the air.
My Dad is gone but would have been 86 this year. He was a supply seargent who loaded the planes that flew the hump......he never talked about the war much. His group didn't see much danger. They just loaded the planes and then heard the stories of the brave flyers that didn't make it.
Thanks for his Service. My Dad is also gone. He was a Captain-based out of Kunming, China--but saw lots of Chabua, Sookerating, New Dehli, etc. He flew c-47's and c-87's (Widowmakers).(A fuselage change from a B-24 Air frame.) 26 trips over the "Hump". 120 knot headwinds,Ice, clouds, storms, and no beacons---and damn few "Friendlies". The Blood Chit was a necessity. Someone took the time to post it on Wikipedia--a fine post!!
My Dad shouldn't have made it. A buddy took a flight for him--and...
This is the most articulate tribute I have ever heard to the men who sacrificed everything. It has taken me some time to collect myself after viewing this.
My dad, Arnold C Falk, flew B-24s over The Hump from late 1943 until about May 1945. He’s dead now, having passed away on 7 March 2001. In spite of his family’s requests over the years, he could not bring himself to talk or write about the experience. Perhaps you knew him. Thank you very much for sharing your experience, and know that many of us who are the children of the Greatest Generation are trying hard to make sure your stories are passed on to our children and grandchildren.
acfalk3 2 days ago
Thanks for the great story! Those flyng the hump were heros. Always remember men who sacrificed during WWII.
l8charlie 2 weeks ago
Thanks for taking the time. My dad flew the Hump but never talked about it. He was a member of the Hump Pilots Assoc. A lot of brave men.
GoodGolden 6 months ago
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I'm so glad you did this story because I'm surprised there isn't more exppsure about the heroic sacrifices of these men who flew the hump . Is there a way to correspond with you by e mail or a mailing address . I have a reason . I'd like to have a written letter from someone who flew the hump . thank you , waiting for reply
wondercourage 1 year ago
Greetings to you !
I'm so glad you did this story because I'm surprised there isn't more exppsure about the heroic sacrifices of these men who flew the hump . Is there a way to correspond with you by e mail or a mailing address . I have a reason . I'd like to have a written letter from someone who flew the hump . thank you , waiting for reply wonder
wondercourage 1 year ago
thank you for your story
BabyMaple1 1 year ago
Flying the Hump was one of the great feats of WWII. It was carried out under near impossible conditions until the end of the war. It was the only way to get supplies to China.
wreckdiver001 1 year ago
Thanks for the post.
acblueeagle 1 year ago
It's so great to hear your story being told, when many people don't know the heroic and terrifying efforts the ATC made in WWII, thanks for posting and for your service!!
I'm writing a feature film adaptation of the book LOST IN TIBET, a true story of a flight that crashed in Tibet, and I am more astonished each day at how little we (today) know. God bless
sarabroetje 2 years ago
I have info on On a B-52 Flying tiger mission, my dad went missing but got back
wallace5154 2 years ago
Thank you for posting this. My grandpa flew the hump and I think it was in C46s. I know he flew 46s and 47s but I'm uncertain which he took through (or was it "over"?) The Hump. There's not enough information out there about what you experienced...
RNJuiceable 2 years ago
my Dad Garry Lewis Oakland Ca was a bellygunner and flew the HUMP many times He was one of the lucky ones- returned no injuries but earned the DFC -- his palne was called " My Ass-um Draggin"
oaklandborn 2 years ago
still wondering if you ever got up to the rifle range. A lot of the flying tigers and pacific navy cold war vets' records got lost--the flying tigers just didn't have time for details, but there were a number of them at the range. they had quite a bit of respect there, while mc carthy made them afraid to talk much about china because they supplied mao. mc carthy left them alone, but scared and silenced them. The men who supplied the kuomindang kept their teeth.
DadsBlueAngel 2 years ago
My Dad, Timothy Simpson, was with the Quartermasters who supplied yours and the other flights in India. My Dad never talked much about his experience over there in the CBI Theater other than to tell me that he had been one of the lucky ones. Thanks for the story. It means alot to me.
catndryer 2 years ago
Amazing story. It reminds me of the ones my grandfather used to tell me when we went to the Aviation Museum in Warner Robbins, GA. His name was Julian Pilcher and he was an Engineer on a plane that flew fuel over the hump. He went on to receive the Distinguished Flying Cross. Sounds like you should have too. Thanks for posting.
jnf1222 2 years ago
Geriactric Fellow - Ha.... I think not! But alas you are an the real deal. I want to persoanlly thank you for sharing your experience. My grandfather flew the hump and I only have a few accounts of his experiences in India. Your personal account of flying the hump transcends any written accounts of this legenday war effort. God Bless your brave soul.
brettsblinkvideo 3 years ago 2
my Dad flew the hump.He also flew with the flying tigers.I was a child and never realized how much danger until one night as a adult he started talking about it with tears in his eyes That was the first and last timed he talked about it to me
rhojm 3 years ago
Donald E. Bussart is my grandad. i have heard most of the stories about flying the hump and they never get old. he is now 87 years young and still takeing me up in the air.
bstiffy24 4 years ago
My Dad is gone but would have been 86 this year. He was a supply seargent who loaded the planes that flew the hump......he never talked about the war much. His group didn't see much danger. They just loaded the planes and then heard the stories of the brave flyers that didn't make it.
catndryer 2 years ago
Thanks for his Service. My Dad is also gone. He was a Captain-based out of Kunming, China--but saw lots of Chabua, Sookerating, New Dehli, etc. He flew c-47's and c-87's (Widowmakers).(A fuselage change from a B-24 Air frame.) 26 trips over the "Hump". 120 knot headwinds,Ice, clouds, storms, and no beacons---and damn few "Friendlies". The Blood Chit was a necessity. Someone took the time to post it on Wikipedia--a fine post!!
My Dad shouldn't have made it. A buddy took a flight for him--and...
rwwagsneb 2 years ago
thank you
hichyn 4 years ago
Bob,
This is the most articulate tribute I have ever heard to the men who sacrificed everything. It has taken me some time to collect myself after viewing this.
AgeisWisdom 4 years ago