September 12th, 2023
Recalling the Navy ‘Intruder’
U.S. Navy Capt. Paul Bloch, Ret.
Painting of 'Intruder'
Historic maps, documents
One of my favorite stops at the NAS Whidbey Open House last weekend was a display featuring the one-time local naval aviation star: Grumman A6 ‘Intruder.” Presiding over the display was U.S. Navy Capt. Paul Bloch (Ret), a former Intruder bombardier navigator whose career dates back to the Vietnam War. Bloch, who is still a regional War College instructor, was stationed at NAS Whidbey off and on from 1969. During the course of the day he had the opportunity to talk with many who recall fondly the “Intruder” days, including the daughter of one of his favorite pilots. Thank you, Captain Bloch, for your service!