Bill Faber Collection

INTRODUCTION: I was an AO2 in the Navy and I used to arm and dearm the Crusaders when they came in to Mayport, Fla. Later on I was transferred to Key West Fla. I was on aircrew there and flew SAR missions during 1963-1964. I also flew on P2V-7's and various types of choppers out of Nas Jax. I made the Navy Times when I was promoted to E-5. I believe I was the youngest in the Navy to make that rate at that time; I think I just turned 19.

After the Navy I went to work for General Motors for 30 years. I lost my wife 17 years ago and I have stayed single. I have 3 daughters, one that is on active duty with her husband, in the Air Force.

I just collect aircraft things and the Crusader and the Men who flew them have left a lasting impression on me, after all these years. I will send you a couple of more pictures. Best Regards......Bill Faber

Now these are sharp decals! CLICK PHOTO TO ENLARGE


Whose that riding the Sidewinder?


And even a VFP-62 decal!


All my graphics are done by - Tom Ewing - email @ -tewing@ewinglg.com......... phone# 585-924-8370.He will travel and is the best around,in my opinion.--Bill Faber


The forward camera Bay 1 cover. This was under the air scoop of the RF-8


This part looks like part of the cockpit frame. Note: LT Spider (pilot's name)


This part is described as a F8 feed mechanism


Intake cover for the "Gator's" mouth.


The center windshield of the Crusader


Blazing bike with Crusader decals


Blazing bike with Crusader decals


Blazing bike with Crusader decals


Crusader wing light


Crusader wing light

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Created on ... February 02, 2007