"18th APS was, in essence, a part of 3rd APS. The 18th APS continues to be an important part of 3rd APS. 5), they saw the new technology we have and how load plans are now done on computer to maximize cargo space while providing safety for the aircraft and Airmen." When the 18th APS Alumni toured our facility (Oct. "In the 1950s and 1960s, the only way to load an aircraft was to either push the cargo by hand or lift it by hand and carry it in. Justin Dagastino, 3rd APS Passenger and Fleet services flight chief. "Training back then was not the same as it is today," said 2nd Lt. Much of the work, formerly done by brute strength, is managed with computer technology and mechanics. Members from the 18th APS alumni were able to catch a glimpse of the newest the Air Force has to offer by way of loading and unloading aircraft. "At that time we were flying C-119's and we were talking about the invasion of Cuba and moving the 82nd airborne to the island of Cuba and to get all of the equipment ready and fly them there and to air drop the equipment to them. Herman Phelps, 18th APS commander during the Cuban Missile Crisis. "It was probably the most crucial role the Air Force had," explained (Ret.) Lt. While stationed at Pope, the squadron's mission was to bring troops back for intensive training in preparation for new military operations such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and Vietnam. This reorganization spread the squadron to seven locations throughout the United States until October 1962 after the "Cuban Missile Crisis," one of which was at Pope. When they were reorganized and reassigned to 3rd Air Force at Dobbins AFB, Ga., and the 459th Troop Carrier Wing at Andrews AFB, Washington D.C. Oliver Holmes and supported troop carrier wings - a similar mission 3rd APS conducts. The 18th APS was activated March 1, 1955, under the command of Col. Shively, the 3rd APS commander, and Majo Maxwell, Operations Officer, to talk about the history of the 18th APS and visit the current 3rd APS. 6, (Ret) Master Sergeant Frank Lewis donated the remaining funds of the 18th Aerial Port Squadron's booster club to the 3rd APS booster club. The 18th APS was activated in Maunder the command of Col. The veterans toured the newer facilities and met with the Airmen who have since filled their jobs. Members of the 18th APS paid a visit to their old stomping grounds Oct. The 3rd Aerial Port Squadron enjoys a rich history firmly entwined with the glory of the post-World War II era and the 18th Aerial Port Squadron.
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