Does anyone know how to get my deceased grandfathers world war 2 records from the air force? I have his social security number and some of his belongings and effects from then. Has anyone done this with any luck?
Try here:
Airforce Personnel Center http://www.afpc.af.mil/
Airmen requesting their own records need a signed letter that includes: Name Social Security Number Contact information Specific record requested
"Those requesting a deceased relative's record also need to provide their relationship to the former Airman so next of kin relationship can be verified. If the relative was deceased after their separation or retirement, proof of death must also be furnished."
Use the AFPC. I got a copy of my grandfather's records with nothing more than his name and location of death. I found his SS online from an obituary, and used that and his name to request the documents. Took around 3 weeks to arrive id say