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  • In January 1943, 330 black servicemen, assigned to the 46th Aviation Squadron, entered the Radio School, and in May 1943, they graduated, ready to help Tuskegee Airmen fly. These radio school graduates were a part of a bigger initiative of the Army Air Forces Technical Training Command to supply black flying squadrons with sufficient support personnel, including supply, adjutant, intelligence, and statistical officers.

    Scott History: 1940s

    Radio operator-mechanics training was the primary mission of Scott Field during World War II. The Radio School began classes in October 1940 in Hangar 1 before moving to another area. With a slogan of, “The best damned radio operators in the world!” the 77,370 graduates were referred to as the WWII “eyes and ears of the Army Air Forces.” The Airmen
  • Pictured is the Goodyear Zeppelin Corporation’s three million cubic foot balloon, which was the largest balloon ever made. Maj. William Kepner was appointed to pilot the craft. Capt. Albert Stevens and Capt. Orvil Anderson accompanied him as the alternate pilot and organizer of the expedition camp dubbed the “Stratobowl.”

    Scott History: 1930s

    Complete, non-stop mail service across the continent was first attempted by 2d Lt. John Fowler (unless he was Army the correct abbrev is 2d). A 40-pound sack of mail that was fastened to his airship was lowered by rope to a designated location, where it was placed on a second plane and transferred again. The entire operation lasted 15 minutes and
  • Cpl Frank Scott (left) and PFC James O'Brien (right) on 28 September 1912.

    Scott History: 1917-1930

    During World War I, Secretary of War, Newton Baker, encouraged an expanded role for aviation. Business and political leaders on both sides of the Mississippi River wanted the Midwest to be the location of a new flying field. Aerial expert Albert Bond Lambert joined with the St. Louis Chamber of Commerce and the directors of the Greater Belleville

  • Scott celebrates African American History Month

    January began the kick-off of Team Scott’s centennial celebration and in February we continue this celebration with African American History Month.The African American Heritage Committee will continue our centennial celebration by highlighting the rich African American heritage embedded in the nation’s history.The national theme for the month is
  • In 1947 when the base was dismantling some of its buildings, the Vernier family purchased the old mess hall and used the boards, windows and even nails for the basement of their home. Two of the family members—Rick and MaryJo—were present for the ceremony.

    Scott’s history has family connections

    Editor’s note: Below is an excerpt from the Jan. 6 Centennial Kickoff program.By Lt. Col. Matthew GettyMaster of Ceremony for the Centennial KickoffScott Air Force Base has an incredible story of innovation, communication and excellence. It started as a pilot training base during World War I, transitioning to a lighter-than-air station and then as

  • Military, community leaders send congratulatory messages

    Gen. Dave GoldfeinAir Force Chief of Staff“Scott Airmen, Community Partners, Families and Friends: 229 years ago, our founding fathers signed their names to the United States Constitution. And for the past century, Scott Airmen signed their names to history—supporting and defending our Nation’s most fundamental principles.Today, you serve in the
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