navychief 1 Posted April 24, 2003 I was with VA-15 onboard the USS Independence when we launched an attack on Syria in 1982. Our XO, CDR Leslie Kappel, was flying A/C 314, and it was hit by shrapnel from a SAM. He landed back aboard, stating the aircraft was an "Alpha" jet; which meant it was ready to get fueled and relaunch. Well, upon a quick further visual inspection, it was VERY quickly determined that the aircraft was not going up again for a while! I have had this picture on my wall for years. I thought it was time to scan it, and post on Bio. During the same attack, CAG Ed Andrews was flying another of VA-15's aircraft, and was shot down. He was rescued and brought back to the Indy, safe and sound.... Chief W. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
column5 63 Posted April 24, 2003 Great pic! Thanks for posting it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
