PATROL SQUADRON SIX

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“The World Famous Blue Sharks” (1943-1993) PATRON SIX

VP-6 PC1 P-3A Lockheed Orion buno 152165

VP-6 PC1 P-3A Lockheed Orion buno 152165

This P-3A later flew with the Chilean Navy.

US Navy Photograph

Duane Domeier writes: I believe that photo was taken in 1973, shortly before I left the squadron.  I have an original of it.  IT IS A FAMOUS OR INFAMOUS PHOTO depending on your point of view.
 
Get out your magnifying glass and take a good look at the observation window just forward of the wing.
 
Yes!!! that is one of Uncle Sams finest airdale sailors MOONING the world.  The photo was printed and handed out to a number of us before it was noticed.  There was an intense and thorough investigation, but the culprit was never found out.
 
 
AXCS Duane Domeier USN ret

VP-6 Aircraft Photograph Index