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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Tom Payne

BRIEFS:
Membership contest begins
Heavy lifters plan mini-reunion
Ohio River reunion in February

LETTERS:
Fort Worth reunion second honeymoon FROM Ted and Sue Buisker
Review of the new book important to veterans FROM Julie Kink
Documentry producers seeking chopper pilots FROM Don C. Hall
Revised Christmas poem focuses on holiday season FROM Greg Ross
'Ode to Student Pilot' offers touch of humor FROM Robert A. Heber
Aircraft lesson learned because of Vietnam crash FROM James R. Oden
Two great aviation events occured on December 17 FROM Jim Schueckler
Last Purple Heart of war goes to pilot FROM Robert L. Hofmann
Pilot, co-pilot remember mission after '98 reunion FROM Clifford E. White
VHPA Directory earns praise from members FROM Richard Madore
Father Dennis O'Brien wrote 'What Is a Vet?' FROM David Clemmer

TAPS: John R. Smith - Phillip Charles Watts - Barry W. Wood

REUNION:
Activities plentiful near reunion HQ BY Rhea Rippey

REPORTS:
Bullwhip Association meets at Ozark, Al BY Ross Rainwater
Chapter members soaked rafting BY Ken Fritz
Grunt leaves a surprise pack of cigarettes BY Jim Schueckler
Book details phony Vietnam vets BY Gary Roush

FEATURES:
Pilots rewarded with Laos mission BY Harry R. Nevling and William E. Ailes
CH-54B in Thailand? True or False? BY Mike Law

Item Creation Date: November/December 1998
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: VHPA Newsletters
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 31 Mar 2017 [Updated: 28 Aug 2017]
[Number of Pages: 32]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Angelo Spelios


FEATURES:
VHPA accepting management bids BY Dana M. Young
Helicopter pilots enjoy celebration BY "Mik" Mikulan
Writer accumulating humorous war stories BY Tom Putnam
Directory offered on CD this year BY Gary Roush
Gifts BY Gary Roush
Rest of Story LOH pilot tracks down veterans who saved him BY Gary Holmes
Scotch saved for VHPA survivors BY Mike Sheuerman
Pleiku 6 BY Mike Sheuerman
Shot Down! BY Bernardo S. Paez
Management Support Contract Request for Bids BY Dana M. Young
Presidents' pilots BY Marc Yablonka
Quick trip BY Marc Yablonka
Looking for peace and quiet can be risky business BY Jack Salm


LETTERS:
Project would pair pilots with aircraft FROM Pamela L. Reed
Wife seeking veterans who flew with husband FROM Roy and Brenda Rhoades
Veterans advocate flag honoring military service FROM Gary Thewlis
VFW commander seeks Huey for N.M. memorial FROM Abe Saiz
Aviator recalls late nights, light shows, run to bunker FROM Fearless Forrest Snyder
Pilot wanted to fly Cobra from first time he saw one FROM Greg Smith
Photo taken during rare day unit was not flying FROM Herbert W. Korte Jr.


TAPS:
Craig S. Albee - Edward L. Behne - Terry Wayne Jacobs - William Hayden "Pappy" Jones - Michael John Keating - Lawrence Lester - Jimmy Don Lowry - William J. Mittelstadt - Paul C. Petersen - Joseph L. Pike - Timothy Ralph Templin - James B. "Jim" Thompson


REUNIONS:
Committee completing final planning for event BY Dana M. Young
Make certain email address is up to date BY Gary Roush, Charles Holley
Two new seminars planned for Phoenix Reunion BY Rich Buzen
VN Center, Archives do great job BY Tom Payne
Presentations now available on DVD BY Gary Roush
Scholarship Fund - good news/bad news BY Mike Sheuerman

Volume: 24
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: Winter 2006
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: General Files
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 05 Dec 2017 [Updated: 05 Dec 2017]
Army Aviation (Army Aviation Publications) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 302Serial611068
[Number of Pages: 50]
Concepts and Objectives of Army Aviation Today 13
The New Big Whirl in Helicopters 17
Will Do--The Story of the 10th Aviation Group 33
Army Aviation Photochart 36-37
D.C. 49
AAAA News 52
AA Photo News 38
Awards and Decorations 45,47
Contracts 48
Obituaries 46
PCS--Change of Address Notices 39-44
American Nord Aviation 55
Avco Lycoming Division Front Cover
Beech Aircraft Corporation 8-9
Bell Aerosystems Company 7
Bell Hellicopter Company 20-21
Bendix Radio Division 15
Boeing Vertol Division 2-3
De Havilland Aircraft Engineering Corporation 10-11
Sikorsky Aircraft Division 50-51
Spery Utah Company Centerfold
Texas Instruments, Inc. 23

Issue: 15
Item Creation Date: 31 May 1966
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Periodicals
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 26 Jul 2018 [Updated: 13 Aug 2018]
[Number of Pages: 16]
Item Creation Date: October 2004
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Membership Directory
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 02 Oct 2018 [Updated: 02 Oct 2018]
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[Number of Pages: 60]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 26 Feb 2018 [Updated: 28 Feb 2018]
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Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association Calendar, 2001
Document Item Number: 21120210001
[Number of Pages: 28]
Item Creation Date: 2001
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association Calendar, 2003
Document Item Number: 21120212001
[Number of Pages: 28]
Item Creation Date: 2003
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Vietnam Helicopter Pilot's Association Calendar, 2004
Document Item Number: 21120213001
[Number of Pages: 28]
Item Creation Date: 2004
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 08 Feb 2021 [Updated: 09 Feb 2021]
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[Number of Pages: 40]
Item Creation Date: [circa 1995]
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 04 Apr 2025 [Updated: 30 Apr 2025]
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[Number of Pages: 50]
Item Creation Date: 01 February 1967
Collection: Howard Burbank Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Oct 2010 [Updated: 24 Oct 2010]
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[Number of Pages: 22]
Author(s): Lieutenant General Harry W.O. Kinnard
Item Creation Date: September 1967
Collection: Robert H. Nevins Collections
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 30 Aug 2018 [Updated: 24 Jun 2019]
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PRESIDENTS ROLL CALL BY Gary Slaughter


LETTERS:
VHPA logo and name use FROM Gary Slaughter
Aviator's luck holds, winds seat with coin toss
Historical committee wants photos, videos FROM Bill Greenhalgh
Crash injures pilot
VHPA'er recruits in desert FROM Ken Fritz
'Pale Horse" driver gives background FROM LTC David S. Ferrell
145th Meets at Rucker FROM Ralph Orlando
Response overwhelming FROM Gary D. Ford
Parade for Vietnam vets TOO FROM CW4 John Popin
"Thanks" for the reunion FROM Dan Higgins
Newsletter seeks material FROM Jack Swickard
Raulsont reference touching FROM James K. Mabrey
Friends of brother sought FROM Jean Owen
Historian seeks information FROM Joe "Doc" Kralich
Aviator writing manuscript FROM Hardy Z. Bogue
Lt. Thomas L. Kleis dies in line of duty
Ex-wingman removes legs FROM Greg Ross


FEATURES:
Pilot rides on cobra's rocket pod during medevac BY Gregory Johnson


REUNION:
Ren Reunion wrap-up BY T.L. Pearcy Sr.
Reunion 1992 BY Kenny Bunn


MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Assistance solicited BY Jack Glennon
Membership dues increase BY Dan Ferguson
1991 Annual business meeting BY Mike Law


BOOK REVIEW:
Vietnam: the Helicopter War


TAPS:
Lt. Thomas L. Kleis

Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: September 1991
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 07 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 20]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall


VHPA Chapters
Seeking...
Mini-reunions


TAPS:
Burt Allen, Jr. - Carl G. Gates


LETTERS:
Firebucket mission started by 'Geronimos" FROM Billy Hampton
War library being assembled behind bars FROM James V. Supino
Greenhalg steps down as chairman FROM Bill Greenhalg
Chinnery book sparks interest FROM R. Davies
Author looking for OH-58, H-46 photos, material FROM Bryan H. Wilburn
Can anyone recall deceased flight surgeon? FROM Kevin T. Mason
Aviation author researching Huskie, Hornets FROM Wayne Mutza
Dust-off pilot says thanks for directory FROM Laurence Rosen
Sequel planned, help needed from members FROM Paul P. Winkel Jr.
54th Signal has a lengthy, proud history FROM Elmer A. Goetsch


Travel back to southeast Asia or the Mediterranean Sea and the Aegean


MEMBERS WRITE:
Women honored on Veterans Day BY Mike Sloniker
Memorial dedication touching event BY Jim Schueckler


New chapter being organized in the Tampa Bay area BY Barry Speare


1994 REUNION:
It's time to make hotel reservations BY Ralph Harvey
Overflow hotel booked for reunion
Schedule of events for VHPA reunion '94


INFORMATION:
Questionnaires mailed to former members BY Jack Glennon


FEATURES:
Same war; different aircraft flown BY Earl C. Doty
Mission finised in Hanoi five years later BY Dan McDyre
'Wolfpack 35' describes first part of battle BY Lance Ham
Maintenance officer inserted into LZ BY Wendell Allen
Jolly Greens fly into A Shau Valley BY Bill Byrd
Aviation CO describes operation BY Don Ruskauff


VHPA for pilots from all branches BY Mike Law
Vendors should contact Fritz about Pennsylvania taxes BY Mike Law

Volume: 12
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: February 1994
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn


LETTERS:
First VHPA president Don Hildebrand dies
Daughter faithfully attended reunions FROM James C. Goldthorpe
155th AHC rescues two Air Force pilots FROM Jim Sewell
Helicopter crew FROM Kurt Adams
Bypaass gives member time to learn to computer FROM Tom Schalk
Former ARVN officer sends letter from Vietnam FROM Gary W. Wiltrout
Officer rescues U.S. pilot after helicopter crash FROM Mr. Tan Van Giau
Australian serviceman has dead pilot's helmet FROM David Barr
'Limpid flower' call sign becomes 'Flower Power' FROM Ken Fritz
Pilot's wife treasures affilitation with VHPA FROM Bev Wigger
'Flame Bath' missions released JP-4, av gas FROM Russ Janus
Lighthorse mini-reunion planned in Kansas City FROM Rex Gooch
Experiences different on Chinook CS drops FROM Michael B. Rainey
Information sought on first calvary unit FROM Howard T. Comer


TAPS:
Charles Baird - Edward P. Clinton - Kenneth W. Mosley - C.O. O'Donnell - George D. Somerville - Robert Dorsey Cloud - R. "Gene" Eugene Tolls - Jimmy Tucker - Richard Wayne Hinders

1995 REUNION:
Register early, keep expenses down By Dave Rittman
VHPA to be the highlight of the parade BY Kenny Bunn
Complete listing of reunion events
Driving to reunion? Follow these directions
Time, dates set aside for mini-reunion BY Bill Medsker


REPORTS:
More information needed for KIAs
Many people regulars on network BY Mel Canon
Historical Reference a big bargain BY Ken Fritz


FEATURES:
Red Lions wind up at Qui Nhon BY Dick Clifton
Rules of Engagemnt got to be ridiculous BY John Plummer
Sometimes you have to turn off the light BY Vincent A. Tortolano

Volume: 13
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: April 1995
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]

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[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Tom Payne

LETTERS:
Two old friends respond to letter FROM Bob Evans
H-34 on newsletter cover indentified as VNAF FROM Len Lendh
Call sign was 'King Bee' FROM Gary Grow
Florida Chapter displays OH-6A at veterans reunion FROM Don Joyce
Ken Fritz's letter brings back memories for pilot FROM Ray Mayhew
Former WOC to sing in Senate chambers FROM Tom Payne
Visit to The Wall results in poem by VHPA member FROM Roger W. Ek
Another look at covert actions in Indochina FROM Jack W. Serig Sr.
Common sense didn't always prevail in Army FROM David Lovett
Transportation Corps group looking for new members FROM Richard A. Hartert
Australian magazine seeks images for Internet website FROM Neville Dawson

TAPS:
Billy C. Hupp - Robert A. Jones - Larry E. Joyce - Robert Lynn McCrarey - Henry A. Powell - Larry E. Stuart - Ronald Neil Timberlake - Lary Tweddie

REPORTS:
Scholarship committee leader needed BY Tom Payne
Vietnam Center launches symposium BY William J. Fitzgerald
Offensive highlight of '99 directory BY Mike Sloniker
Museum incorporates with new name
TV documenatry to tell pilots life
VHPA does well at AAAA, HAI meetings BY Hayden "Pappy" Jones

REUNION:
Air Logistics
175th AHC
Vietnam veterans
Saturday activities start with 5k run BY Rhea Rippey
VHPA has Rocky Mountain chapter BY Tom Payne

FEATURES:
Genesis of SAR in Southeast Asia BY John Konek
It's unlikely UH-1B was assembled BY Cornelius F. McGillicuddy

Volume: 17
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 1999
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles Holley
New membership contest begins BY Don Joyce
New program manager at VHPA headquarters


LETTERS:
Poem describes death of veteran FROM Ty Simmons
WOCs oblivious to events of 1968 FROM Les Davison
Washington parade event to remember FROM John M. Kazlauskas
WOC Rock information wanted FROM Lou "Rocket" Rochat
Washing reunion - from wives corner FROM Rebeca Mizejewski
VHPA professor seeks pilots for panel session FROM Thomas Morrissey
Poem stems from pilots' longstanding rivalry FROM Preston "Skip" Shreve
NTSB file describes two planes colliding FROM Nick J. Primis
Pilot saves wounded company commander FROM Beverly C. "John" Read
VC attack hueys, pilots on Nha Trang airstrip FROM Jack Serig Sr.


TAPS:
Selba Khomer Beaty Sr. - Lynn A. Carpenter - Joseph E. Gunnels - Charles W. "Buzz" Hair III - Oscar Maxey "Max" Hall - Francis John Hnatiuk - Kent Reinhard - John A. Robinson Jr. - Herbert Thorpe Sink - Charles I. "Irling" Smith


REPORTS:
VHPA history burned on new CD BY Gary Roush
Helicopter units north of Da Nang BY Mike Sloniker
Reflection on a war many years ago BY Dr. James R. Reckner
Las Vegas will host VHPA 2002 reunion
Young's book does the impossible BY Thomas Payne


REUNION:
Registration form in next newsletter BY Mike Law
What to do in Denver with or without car BY Mike Law
Take a day trip to Colorado Springs
Follow reunion hotel reservation procedures BY Joe Bilitzke


FEATURES:
Pilot flies 'insertions,' 'extractions' BY Bob Johnson


VHPA on parade

Volume: 18
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2000
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles Holley


LETTERS:
Green inducted into aviation hall of fame FROM Retired Maj. Gen. M.J. Brady Sr.
February 1968 medevac crew still has not returned FROM Don Caldwell
Air museum small, but very impresive FROM Mel Latham
Australian member recalls terrific time at reunion FROM Andy Perry
Newsletter article answers pilot's 30-year question FROM Greg Smith
Pilot finds way to strengthen his system after exposure FROM Huey Walsh
Pilot may hold key to flood information FROM Koert Davidse
Promoting attendance draws pilots from units FROM Mike Sheuerman


TAPS:
William Thomas 'Bill' Graves - Terry A. Gunter - Bob Stafford - John B. "Brent" Morel - Merlin H. Olson - John Wallace - Jim Watkins


VHPA scholarship fund takes off BY Tom Payne


REUNION:
Rooms can handle maxi-reunions
United Airlines is official airline of Reunion 2001


FEATURES:
National reunion takes new direction BY Joe Bilitzke

Volume: 19
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2001
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 22]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman

LETTERS:
Reunion stimulates memories of Vietnam FROM George P. Brown
Manufacturer working on helicopter models FROM Mark A. Byrd
Having lunch with authors an enlightening experience FROM William J. Fitzgerald
Pro Stock Truck team could promote VHPA FROM Steve Vermillion
Heritage Foundation has successful season FROM
Students collecting stories from Vietnam veterans FROM Adam Navis
Mojave, first flown in 1953 saw early Vietnam service FROM Gerald Meador
Scholarship recipient says thanks to VHPA members FROM Amanda E. Hrubik

TAPS:
Greg Fullam - James Alfred Hensley - Godfrey Ludlow - William J. Maddox Jr. - Dominic "Deano" Martin - Roger Ratzlaff

BREIFS:
Unit making reunion plans
VHPA Newsletter deadlines

Annual VHPA membership due increases BY Tom Payne
Membership directory out soon BY Mike Law
Scholarship applicants score big BY Thomas Payne
VHPA scholarships now a reality BY Thomas Payne
Lam Son 719 was baptism by fire BY Dr. Jim Williams

REUNION:
Planning starts for 13th CAB reunion

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT

Volume: 19
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2001
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 22]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke
Donations total $6,000
Should newsletter title be changed?
Packets to be shipped quicker
VHPA remains in lawsuit
Council working on various issues

LETTERS:
Nolan did execellent job, aviation shorted FROM Retired Maj. Gen. Ben L. Harrison
Pilots, crew members could suffer from PTSD FROM Bill Ambrose
National Capital Chapter joins ROA as festival host FROM H. Jay Brown
Las Vegas reunion 2002 a fantastic first reunion FROM Gene Sellon
Ex-chopper pilot pulls third 'tour' in Vietnam FROM David L. Bonifield
Membership Directory cover looks very good FROM Dick Lund

TAPS:
Amadio R. "Bob" Fioretti - Earl W. Fletcher - Thomas Alexander McCarthy

Vote set on proposed amendment
Sweeney wins VHPA scholarship BY Tom Payne
VHPA scholarship fund growing BY Tom Payne
Flight schools theme 0f 2003 edition BY Mike Law
Time to build Vietnam museum BY Edward T. Luttenberger

BRIEFS:
Call for VHPA Calendar photos
Investment Committee needs help

REUNION:
One in chopper, one in Las Vegas BY Mike Law

Volume: 20
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2002
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dan Ferguson


LETTERS:
Article by dustoff pilot draws responses FROM Rod Dykhouse
In response to Bill Perkins 'Dustoff down!' FROM Franklin McFadden
Author addresses ROTC banquet at alma mater FROM James T. Joyce
Old friends continue bond made in training FROM Michael A. Holt
Families of KIA pilots share Dallas breakfast FROM Julie Kink
Whatever happened to my '67 fastback FROM Mike Sheuerman
After 32 years, adviser thanks pilot for rescue FROM Jim Stein


TAPS:
Elmer O. Amacker - Earnest L. Grimm - Marvin "Maxie" Levine - Dennis Marvicsin - Dennis R. Russo


REPORTS:
Annual business meeting BY Hayden Jones
Financial statements
Golfers had great time at tour 18
Vince Vance show one to remember BY Mike Sheuerman
Vendors: looking for more at San Francisco reunion next year BY Rich Buzen
Rodeo a VHPA reunion highlight BY Mike Sheuerman
VHPA members attend dedication BY Angelo Spelios
Pilots mess up elevator takeoff at reunion hotel
Reunion 21: Dallas VHPA event one of biggest, best-operated BY Joe Bilitzke
San Francisco to host 2005 reunion BY Dave Rittman
Block dates on calendar for reunion 2005
Calendar relies on members' photos BY Al Harinck
Memorial dedicated at Fort Rucker

Volume: 22
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2004
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Angelo Spelios
Poker anyone? BY Jack Salm


LETTERS:
Veterans overlook benefits due them FROM Vincent "Pike" Anderson
Pilot with big family lost his life at Dak To FROM Paul Gardner
Aviator article mentions brother killed in action FROM Janice Huttula
Letter shows importance of telling our war stories FROM Gary Roush
VHPA website helps track down old friend FROM Mike Sheuerman
Cobra question FROM Ron Gerner and Vic P. Gilliland
Veteran still looks up when he hears helicopters FROM Norman Wallace


TAPS:
John B. Bolling - John S. Bourquin Sr. - George H. Freeberg - Richard Edison Gilpin - Steven A. Helm - John-Michael Orlando Hendrix - Alan Dean Hix - Robert E. "Bob" Lee - John Robert "Josh" Logan - Michael A. Moore - James H. Paulin Jr. - Hans Weichsel - William B. Wieland Jr.


REUNION:
July 4 reception launches Phoenix get-together
Deadline for VHPA scholarships is May 1 BY Mike Sheuerman
Scholarship fund is one of a kind
Phoenix reunion schedule
VHPA scholarship seminar planned at Phoenix BY Tom Payne


FEATURES:
Helicopter pilot receives Medal of Honor after 41 years
Museum acquires mysterious painting
Ohio River LZ Chapter celebrates 20th reunion
Writer survives 'stupid human tricks' as aviator BY Jack Salm

Volume: 25
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2007
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 14 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 20]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall


VHPA Chapters
Seeking...
Mini-reunions


TAPS:
Burt Allen, Jr. - Carl G. Gates


LETTERS:
Firebucket mission started by 'Geronimos" FROM Billy Hampton
War library being assembled behind bars FROM James V. Supino
Greenhalg steps down as chairman FROM Bill Greenhalg
Chinnery book sparks interest FROM R. Davies
Author looking for OH-58, H-46 photos, material FROM Bryan H. Wilburn
Can anyone recall deceased flight surgeon? FROM Kevin T. Mason
Aviation author researching Huskie, Hornets FROM Wayne Mutza
Dust-off pilot says thanks for directory FROM Laurence Rosen
Sequel planned, help needed from members FROM Paul P. Winkel Jr.
54th Signal has a lengthy, proud history FROM Elmer A. Goetsch


Travel back to southeast Asia or the Mediterranean Sea and the Aegean


MEMBERS WRITE:
Women honored on Veterans Day BY Mike Sloniker
Memorial dedication touching event BY Jim Schueckler


New chapter being organized in the Tampa Bay area BY Barry Speare


1994 REUNION:
It's time to make hotel reservations BY Ralph Harvey
Overflow hotel booked for reunion
Schedule of events for VHPA reunion '94


INFORMATION:
Questionnaires mailed to former members BY Jack Glennon


FEATURES:
Same war; different aircraft flown BY Earl C. Doty
Mission finised in Hanoi five years later BY Dan McDyre
'Wolfpack 35' describes first part of battle BY Lance Ham
Maintenance officer inserted into LZ BY Wendell Allen
Jolly Greens fly into A Shau Valley BY Bill Byrd
Aviation CO describes operation BY Don Ruskauff


VHPA for pilots from all branches BY Mike Law
Vendors should contact Fritz about Pennsylvania taxes BY Mike Law

Volume: 12
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: February 1994
Collection: Mr. Don Cameron Thomson Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Apr 2017 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]

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[Number of Pages: 40]
2 MG Woolwine
6 EOD Blows It
9 They Never Lose
12 Familiar Faces
14 Working Together
16 Safety Patrol
17 Expo '70
22 Combat Art
26 Property Disposal
29 Pipeline Patrol
32 Salute to Support
34 Country Stores
36 ARVN at Sea
40 About 1st Log

Issue Information: Special Issue
Item Creation Date: 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 16 Oct 2017 [Updated: 12 Jun 2018]
[Number of Pages: 39]
Hope in Lai Khe 2
He Fights To Live 8
The Soft Sell 11
ARPs In Action 13
Phu Hoa Dong 18
Closing The Saigon 24
Dogface Ambush 27
Trapezoid IV 30
Jungle Heavies 33
Working Together For Peace 36
To Die Bravely 40
Taking Charlie's Supplies 42
VP Visits Kien 44

Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: Winter 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 19 Jun 2018]
[Number of Pages: 37]
2 Bu Dop
7 RF/PF
10 Aoache Scouts
14 Sapper
16 Hoa Hao
19 Poetry
26 Hurricane Briefs
28 Hospital
33 Life In The North
37 Tennis
40 A Vietnamese Legend

Item Creation Date: March 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 20 Jun 2018]

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[Number of Pages: 35]
2 The Race Crisis
10 Puoc Tuy Province
13 Underwater Paradise
18 Hurricane Briefs
20 Dong Tien With The 3/7
25 Chot Ron--The Free Port
28 Chieu Hoi Center
33 VC Portrait
37 Woes Of Women--Short Stor
41 A Vietnamese Legend

Item Creation Date: May 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 21 Jun 2018]

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[Number of Pages: 24]
Kickoff For A Long Haul 2
Roving Track Pack 8
Getting The Bloody Job Done 12
A Full-Time Sideline 16
That Others May Live 18
Eight Years To Freedom 21
Hamlet Homecoming 22
Midsummer Holiday 24

Volume: 4
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: June 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 Oct 2017 [Updated: 14 Jun 2018]
[Number of Pages: 23]
Lord Give Me The Courage 2
KA Peng's Decision 8
A Healing Hand 10
Mystery Isle 12
Trial By Judge Alone 16
It Can't Go Wrong 21
Sending Out Sunshine 22

Volume: 4
Issue: 8
Item Creation Date: September 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 Oct 2017 [Updated: 14 Jun 2018]
Hawk (1st Aviation Brigade, Information Office) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610952
[Number of Pages: 31]
He Will Be There: Pathfinders ;
Loading The Dice
Coffee, Tea, or Nuoc Mam: Vietnamese Food ;
Mid-Ai Nightmare: Airfield Detachments and Ground Control Operators ;
A Shot In The Dark: Photo Gallery (night photographs) ;
Hawk Honey: Playboy Bunny ;
Editorial: Smack the White Rabbit...Drug Amnesty Program ;
Chaplain LTC August Limkemann, 12th Combat Aviation Group ;
To Win Men's Minds: Psychological Operations ;
Forging Across the Muddy River: Vietnamization ;
Back Out for More: 238th Aerial Weapons Company (Gunrunners) ;
Racetrack-Saigon: Truong Dua Phu Tho Racetrack ;
Newsletter ;
Wing Tips...Murphy's Law ;

Volume: 4
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: Winter 1971
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 21 Aug 2025]
Hawk (1st Aviation Brigade, Information Office) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610955
[Number of Pages: 36]
2 Province Without Joy
6 Witch Doctor to Waiting Room
9 Beauty from Britain
10 On the High Side
11 Down Dangerous Trails
14 Editorial/Chaplain
15 Packed up and Gone
18 Stop Sign Ambassadors
20 Tiny Olympus
22 Delay-in-Route
27 To Help a Child
32 At a Glance
33 Wing Tips

Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: Winter 1972
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 27 Jun 2018]
Hawk (1st Aviation Brigade, Information Office) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 887Serial610884
[Number of Pages: 36]
2 Province Without Joy
6 With Doctor to Waiting Room
9 Beauty from Britain
10 On the High Side
11 Down Dangerous Trails
14 Editorial/Chaplain
15 Packed up and Gone
18 Stop Sign Ambassadors
20 Tiny Olympus
22 Delay-in-Route
27 To Help a Child
32 At a Glance
33 Wing Tips

Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: Winter 1972
Collection: Michael Law Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 06 Oct 2017 [Updated: 01 Jun 2018]
[Number of Pages: 20]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn


LETTERS:
Seeking members of the 4/77th ARA, 101st Airborne Division FROM Greg Hemmings
Seeking Maj. John H. Stanford FROM Garrett "Gary" O. Lewis
Was hooch visitor a long-tailed VC? FROM Mike Berry
Marine helo pilot writing book on war FROM John App
Mother seeking crew of medevac chopper FROM Nathalie Arens
Philadelphia reunion was a fantastic event FROM Bill "Willy T." Owen
Pilot planning book on Vietnam-Alabama FROM John B. Givhan
Rocket warhead, fuze end up in pilot's lap FROM Jack Shields
Original 7/17th Cav members hold reunion FROM Greg Ross
Veteran wants information on friend from high school FROM Glenn Jeffers


FEATURES:
Capt. Kenneth H. Brown's family wants information BY Kenny Bunn
VHPA finds 13,000 pilots; 13,000 missing BY Jack Glennon
Unit's yearbook was assembled with care BY George Sibert
New approach taken on KIA issue BY Jack Clark
Communicating by computer grows BY Mel Canon
Marines meet VC in first big battle BY Walter Wise
Chris Noel: Veterans' entertainer BY Chuck Howard
The no problem medical evacuation BY Bernard E. Grady


TAPS:
Terry Adkins - Roy D. Jackson - Gary E. McCall - David Walton


REUNION:
Reunion travels to Heartland in '95 BY David H. Rittman

Volume: 12
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: October 1994
Collection: Mr. Don Cameron Thomson Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 29 Jan 2018 [Updated: 29 Jan 2018]
Saber - Newspaper Excerpt (pages 9-16)
Document Item Number: 28780140001

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[Number of Pages: 8]
Item Creation Date: January-February 2005
Collection: Robert H. Nevins Collections
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 28 Sep 2018 [Updated: 05 Oct 2018]
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The Battle of Kontum - source unknown - Paper
Document Item Number: 30080106010
[Number of Pages: 45]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: John G. (Jack) Heslin Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 04 Mar 2019 [Updated: 18 Mar 2019]
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[Number of Pages: 27]
Item Creation Date: 8 July 2009
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 03 Dec 2020 [Updated: 03 Dec 2020]
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[Number of Pages: 27]
Item Creation Date: 8 July 2009
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 04 Dec 2020 [Updated: 04 Dec 2020]
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[Number of Pages: 19]
Item Creation Date: 9 July 2009
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 06 Jan 2021 [Updated: 06 Jan 2021]
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[Number of Pages: 352]
Item Creation Date: 26 July 1971
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Jan 2021 [Updated: 12 Jan 2021]
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[Number of Pages: 218]
Item Creation Date: 1 May 1971
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Jan 2021 [Updated: 13 Jan 2021]
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[Number of Pages: 218]
Item Creation Date: 1 May 1971
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Jan 2021 [Updated: 13 Jan 2021]
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[Number of Pages: 21]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 14 Jan 2021 [Updated: 19 Jan 2021]
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197th Armed Helicopter Company Tactics Manual
Document Item Number: 28720102001
[Number of Pages: 56]
Item Creation Date: 1 May 1966
Collection: Kent Paxton
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 31 Oct 2018 [Updated: 31 Oct 2018]
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Bulletins on Tri Thien Battlefield Tactics
Document Item Number: 30080106012
[Number of Pages: 39]
Contains Vietnamese OCR
Item Creation Date: 23 June 1972 - 4 July 1972
Collection: John G. (Jack) Heslin Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 06 Mar 2019 [Updated: 18 Mar 2019]
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Vietnam at War - Book Excerpt
Document Item Number: 30100216002
[Number of Pages: 26]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 19 Jan 2021 [Updated: 19 Jan 2021]
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[Number of Pages: 7]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 19 Jan 2021 [Updated: 19 Jan 2021]
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My Memoirs by James Villotti - Personal Narrative
Document Item Number: 32470101001
[Number of Pages: 44]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: James S. Villotti Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 10 Nov 2021 [Updated: 10 Nov 2021]
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[Number of Pages: 21]
Item Creation Date: August 1966
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 03 Nov 2021 [Updated: 03 Nov 2021]
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Interview with Earl Bauch
Oral History Item Number: OH1389

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Earl Bauch discusses his experiences in Vietnam with the U.S. Army. Bauch served as a warrant officer helicopter pilot, flying scout light observation helicopters with the 11th Aviation Company, General Support, and later with B Troop, 1st of the 9th, 1st Cavalry Division, March 1970-March 1971.
Item Creation Date: 21 March 2024
Collection: Earl Bauch Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 21 Mar 2024 [Updated: 17 May 2024]
[Number of Pages: 21]
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR FROM James L. Bodkin

FEATURES:
Russ Ziegler, Maryland
Battalion History: The Early Days
Reunion "89" Update BY Larry Lombard
Ollie Needs Our Support BY James L. Bodkin
People Located

Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: March, 1988
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 28 Mar 2018 [Updated: 06 Apr 2018]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
[Number of Pages: 20]
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR BY James L. Bodkin


FEATURES:
Battalion History: UTT Unit History
Financial Report
"Reunion 91" Update
New People Located List

Issue: 12
Item Creation Date: January 1990
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 28 Mar 2018 [Updated: 06 Apr 2018]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
[Number of Pages: 4]
Item Creation Date: Summer 1968
Collection: Robert H. Nevins Collections
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 11 Sep 2018 [Updated: 03 Dec 2020]
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Top of the week - Newsweek - Magazine Feature
Document Item Number: 30100286014
[Number of Pages: 10]
Item Creation Date: 15 March 1971
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 10 Mar 2021 [Updated: 15 Mar 2021]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
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Top of the week - Newsweek - Magazine Feature
Document Item Number: 30100286015
[Number of Pages: 8]
Item Creation Date: 29 March 1971
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 10 Mar 2021 [Updated: 15 Mar 2021]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
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The Dustoffer (Dustoff Association) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476910
[Number of Pages: 0]
Item Creation Date: Spring/Summer 2002
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Oct 2010 [Updated: 31 Jan 2020]
[Number of Pages: 28]
Volume: 14
Item Creation Date: July 1990
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Sep 2010 [Updated: 17 Jul 2018]
[Number of Pages: 32]
Volume: 17
Item Creation Date: April 1991
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Sep 2010 [Updated: 17 Jul 2018]
[Number of Pages: 40]
Item Creation Date: July 1968
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 30 Aug 2012 [Updated: 17 Sep 2012]
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Army Digest (U.S. Department of the Army) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2120Serial451840
[Number of Pages: 63]
VA Medical Aid 14
Pioneer Combat Correspondent 40
Cartoons Lighten the Load 60
A Cartoonist Draws the Line 64
Capabilities Unlimited 68
Army Conservation Pays Off 30
Post Parade 58
Unsung Support Units 66
Fire-fighters to the Rescue 54
Army Aide to the President 4
Advance Camp--Korea 12
Captain of Cadets, Front and Center 26
Look Sharp 43
His Brother's Keeper 56
Vietnamization--Priority Program 20
On Professional Competance and Integrity 36
Thanks from a Grateful Nation 46
Salute to Reserve Components 52
Welcome for Returning Reservists 50
Guardsmen Serve 50
Exercise in Realism 34
Enemy Experts 38
Computer Warfare 45
Engineers Managers Keep Track 10
Montagnards Measure Up 18
Security Through Pacification 24
What's New 2 and 70
Looking Ahead 72

Volume: 25
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January 1970
Collection: William H. Jones Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 20 Dec 2009 [Updated: 12 Jun 2018]
Interview with Chuck Carlock
Oral History Item Number: OH0093

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[Number of Pages: 69]
(USA) Chuck Carlock served as a helicopter pilot in Vietnam with the 71st Assault Helicopter Company. He is the author of the book 'Firebirds'. Interview conducted by Stephen Maxner.
Item Creation Date: 5 May 2000
Collection: Chuck Carlock Collection
Association: Rattler/Firebird Association
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Added: 05 Nov 2001 [Updated: 29 Sep 2004]
Creative Problem Solving and Solution Reporting
Document Item Number: 3130103008
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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke


LETTERS:
Former VHPA counsel glad to stay the course FROM Jim "Gunny" Gunderson
Flying with Army pilots an adventure FROM Wade Hubbard
IP would have a tizzie FROM Jack Knotts
Directory best one yet! FROM Bob Paine
Vietnam acquaintances put reality back in focus FROM Robert "Russ" Jones
Chopper pilot writes story for scale model brochure FROM Roy Harris Olive
Attempt to ignore disorder perpetuates PTSD stigma FROM George W. Williams
Pilot/author participated in PTSD effects study FROM Rick Curtin, Dave Eastman
Few soldiers prepared for Vietnam experience FROM Bill Hull
Suggesting most pilots have PTSD is absurd FROM Rick Williams


TAPS:
James Harvey Brown Jr. - Eldon Ideus - Emmett F. Johnson - James D. O'Neill - Michael Russell - Bill Shobel


REPORTS:
VHPA announces election policy
Bunn resigns from selection position BY Kenny Bunn
UN honors VHPA member for rescues
Amendment to bylaws goes to a vote BY executive council
Bylaws of the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)


BRIEFS:
Author writes about Schilling
Membership directory correction BY Mike Law
Mini-reunion planned on July 3


REUNION:
Time draws near for reunion 2003 BY Dave Rittmann
VHPA shuttle service available at airport
Taking cruise after reunion? here is update
Reunion schedule

Volume: 21
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2003
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: VHPA Newsletters
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Apr 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 32]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke


LETTERS:
Former VHPA counsel glad to stay the course FROM Jim "Gunny" Gunderson
Flying with Army pilots an adventure FROM Wade Hubbard
IP would have a tizzie FROM Jack Knotts
Directory best one yet! FROM Bob Paine
Vietnam acquaintances put reality back in focus FROM Robert "Russ" Jones
Chopper pilot writes story for scale model brochure FROM Roy Harris Olive
Attempt to ignore disorder perpetuates PTSD stigma FROM George W. Williams
Pilot/author participated in PTSD effects study FROM Rick Curtin, Dave Eastman
Few soldiers prepared for Vietnam experience FROM Bill Hull
Suggesting most pilots have PTSD is absurd FROM Rick Williams


TAPS:
James Harvey Brown Jr. - Eldon Ideus - Emmett F. Johnson - James D. O'Neill - Michael Russell - Bill Shobel


REPORTS:
VHPA announces election policy
Bunn resigns from selection position BY Kenny Bunn
UN honors VHPA member for rescues
Amendment to bylaws goes to a vote BY executive council
Bylaws of the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)


BRIEFS:
Author writes about Schilling
Membership directory correction BY Mike Law
Mini-reunion planned on July 3


REUNION:
Time draws near for reunion 2003 BY Dave Rittmann
VHPA shuttle service available at airport
Taking cruise after reunion? here is update
Reunion schedule

Volume: 21
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2003
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: VHPA Newsletters
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Apr 2017 [Updated: 29 Aug 2017]
[Number of Pages: 32]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke


LETTERS:
Former VHPA counsel glad to stay the course FROM Jim "Gunny" Gunderson
Flying with Army pilots an adventure FROM Wade Hubbard
IP would have a tizzie FROM Jack Knotts
Directory best one yet! FROM Bob Paine
Vietnam acquaintances put reality back in focus FROM Robert "Russ" Jones
Chopper pilot writes story for scale model brochure FROM Roy Harris Olive
Attempt to ignore disorder perpetuates PTSD stigma FROM George W. Williams
Pilot/author participated in PTSD effects study FROM Rick Curtin, Dave Eastman
Few soldiers prepared for Vietnam experience FROM Bill Hull
Suggesting most pilots have PTSD is absurd FROM Rick Williams


TAPS:
James Harvey Brown Jr. - Eldon Ideus - Emmett F. Johnson - James D. O'Neill - Michael Russell - Bill Shobel


REPORTS:
VHPA announces election policy
Bunn resigns from selection position BY Kenny Bunn
UN honors VHPA member for rescues
Amendment to bylaws goes to a vote BY executive council
Bylaws of the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)


BRIEFS:
Author writes about Schilling
Membership directory correction BY Mike Law
Mini-reunion planned on July 3


REUNION:
Time draws near for reunion 2003 BY Dave Rittmann
VHPA shuttle service available at airport
Taking cruise after reunion? here is update
Reunion schedule

Volume: 21
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2003
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: VHPA Newsletters
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Apr 2017 [Updated: 29 Aug 2017]
[Number of Pages: 32]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke


LETTERS:
Former VHPA counsel glad to stay the course FROM Jim "Gunny" Gunderson
Flying with Army pilots an adventure FROM Wade Hubbard
IP would have a tizzie FROM Jack Knotts
Directory best one yet! FROM Bob Paine
Vietnam acquaintances put reality back in focus FROM Robert "Russ" Jones
Chopper pilot writes story for scale model brochure FROM Roy Harris Olive
Attempt to ignore disorder perpetuates PTSD stigma FROM George W. Williams
Pilot/author participated in PTSD effects study FROM Rick Curtin, Dave Eastman
Few soldiers prepared for Vietnam experience FROM Bill Hull
Suggesting most pilots have PTSD is absurd FROM Rick Williams


TAPS:
James Harvey Brown Jr. - Eldon Ideus - Emmett F. Johnson - James D. O'Neill - Michael Russell - Bill Shobel


REPORTS:
VHPA announces election policy
Bunn resigns from selection position BY Kenny Bunn
UN honors VHPA member for rescues
Amendment to bylaws goes to a vote BY executive council
Bylaws of the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)


BRIEFS:
Author writes about Schilling
Membership directory correction BY Mike Law
Mini-reunion planned on July 3


REUNION:
Time draws near for reunion 2003 BY Dave Rittmann
VHPA shuttle service available at airport
Taking cruise after reunion? here is update
Reunion schedule

Volume: 21
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2003
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: VHPA Newsletters
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Apr 2017 [Updated: 29 Aug 2017]
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Jack Salm


LETTERS:
A Shau Revisited FROM W.E. "Chico" Fernandez
Homecoming Friends FROM Art Jacobs
Dear Editor FROM Donald J. Smith
News from Our Brothers in the CHPA FROM Jay Brown
The VHPA Recieved a Letter from Terry Wood FROM Terry and Lisa Wood
The VHPA is looking for help... FROM Mike Law
Dear Editor FROM Lane Liston
Joe Kline responds FROM Joe Kline
Dear Editor FROM Phil Marshall


FEATURES:
School Loses High Percentage of Helicopter Pilots in Vietnam Mike Sheuerman
Status of the 2009 VHPA Calendar Program BY Mike Law
Damn Helicopter Pilots
Old Eddie BY LaRue (Lash) D. Wisener
Don Purser Recovers From Motorcycle Accident BY Tom Nesbitt
After Action Report - Return to Vietnam BY John Mackel
Farewell to an American Hero - Ed Freeman BY David Adams, Joseph L. Galloway, Jack Heslin, Jim Stein


REUNION:
New Braunfels 4th of July Parade BY Mike Whitten
Gentlemen BY Mike Maloy
2011 through 2012 Reunion Update BY Jack Salm
Vietnam Veteran UH-1D Takes Final "Flight"
Our Next Reunion in Philadelphia BY Dana Young, Dave Rittman, Joe Bilitzke
Pilots and Crewmembers Celebrate Together BY "Mik" Mikulan


CHAPTER ACTIVITIES:
California chapter north BY Ken Fritz
Fort Wolters chapter BY Adam Stezcko
Georgia chapter BY Bill Stanley
Mid South chapter BY "Pete" Norman IV
North Carolina chapter BY J.D. Lawson
Ohio River chapter BY John Flanagan
Rocky Mountain chapter BY Rick Beaver
Southern California chapter BY Ed Holguin
VHPA of Florida BY Don Welch
Washington State chapter BY Paul Fleming


TAPS:
Paul Michael Brennan - Ed (Too Tall To Fly) Freeman - Phillip H. Fisher - Gerald (Jerry) E. Froman - Robert L. Hartman Sr. - Michael B. Howe - Junius (Jay) Linwood Jones Jr. - Roger Montgomery - Elton G. Prine - Timothy P. Robbins - Ernest Rickenbacker - Bill Shadrick - Freddie A. Teaford - Gene Zacsek

Volume: 26
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2008
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: General Files
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 19 Jan 2018 [Updated: 22 Feb 2018]
[Number of Pages: 32]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke


LETTERS:
Former VHPA counsel glad to stay the course FROM Jim "Gunny" Gunderson
Flying with Army pilots an adventure FROM Wade Hubbard
Directory best one yet! FROM Bob Paine
IP would have a tizzie FROM Jack Knotts
Vietnam acquaintances put reality back in focus FROM Robert "Russ" Jones
Chopper pilot writes story for scale model brochure FROM Roy Harris Olive
Attempt to ignore disorder perpetuates PTSD stigma FROM George W. Williams
Pilot/author participated in PTSD effects study FROM Dave Eastman
Few soldiers prepared for Vietnam experience FROM Bill Hull
Suggesting most pilots have PTSD is absurd FROM Rick Williams


TAPS:
James Harvey Brown Jr. - Eldon Ideus - Emmett F. Johnson - James D. O'Neill - Michael Russell - Bill Shobel


FEATURES:
VHPA announces election policy
Election policy outlined for VHPA
VHPA briefs BY Mike Law
Bunn resigns from selection position BY Kenny Bunn
UN honors VHPA member for rescues
Amendments to bylaws goes to a vote BY Joe Bilitzke, Dan Ferguson Sr., Dana Young, Mike Sheuerman, Tom Payne, Angelo Spelios Jr., Dave Rittman, Wally Mahathan


REUNIONS:
Time draws near for Reunion 2003 BY David Rittman
VHPA shuttle service available at airport
Taking cruise after reunion? Here is update
Reunion schedule

Volume: 21
Issue: 01
Item Creation Date: January/February 2003
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: General Files
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 15 Nov 2017 [Updated: 15 Nov 2017]
[Number of Pages: 32]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke


LETTERS:
Former VHPA counsel glad to stay the course FROM Jim "Gunny" Gunderson
Flying with Army pilots an adventure FROM Wade Hubbard
Directory best one yet! FROM Bob Paine
IP would have a tizzie FROM Jack Knotts
Vietnam acquaintances put reality back in focus FROM Robert "Russ" Jones
Chopper pilot writes story for scale model brochure FROM Roy Harris Olive
Attempt to ignore disorder perpetuates PTSD stigma FROM George W. Williams
Pilot/author participated in PTSD effects study FROM Rick Curtain, Dave Eastman
Few soldiers prepared for Vietnam experience FROM Bill Hull
Suggestion most pilots have PTSD is absurd FROM Rick Williams


TAPS:
James Harvey Brown Jr. - Eldon Ideus - Emmett F. Johnson - James D. O'Neill - Michael Russell - Bill Shobel


FEATURES:
VHPA announces election policy
Membership Directory correction BY Mike Law
Bunn resigns from selection position BY Kenny Bunn
UN honors VHPA member for rescues
Amendments to bylaws goes to a vote BY Joe Bilitzke, Dan Ferguson, Dana Young, Mike Sheuerman, Tom Payne, Angelo Spelios, Dave Rittman, Wally Magathan


REUNION:
Time draws near for Reunion 2003 BY David Rittman
VHPA shuttle service available at airport
Taking Cruise after reunion? Here is update
Reunion Schedule

Volume: 21
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2003
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: VHPA Newsletters
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Jan 2018 [Updated: 24 Jan 2018]
[Number of Pages: 32]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke


LETTERS:
Former VHPA counsel glad to stay the course FROM Jim "Gunny" Gunderson
Flying with Army pilots an adventure FROM Wade Hubbard
Directory best one yet! FROM Bob Paine
IP would have a tizzie FROM Jack Knotts
Vietnam acquaintances put reality back in focus FROM Robert "Russ" Jones
Chopper pilot writes story for scale model brochure FROM Roy Harris Olive
Attempt to ignore disorder perpetuates PTSD stigma FROM George W. Williams
Pilot/author participated in PTSD effects study FROM Rick Curtain, Dave Eastman
Few soldiers prepared for Vietnam experience FROM Bill Hull
Suggestion most pilots have PTSD is absurd FROM Rick Williams


TAPS:
James Harvey Brown Jr. - Eldon Ideus - Emmett F. Johnson - James D. O'Neill - Michael Russell - Bill Shobel


FEATURES:
VHPA announces election policy
Membership Directory correction BY Mike Law
Bunn resigns from selection position BY Kenny Bunn
UN honors VHPA member for rescues
Amendments to bylaws goes to a vote BY Joe Bilitzke, Dan Ferguson, Dana Young, Mike Sheuerman, Tom Payne, Angelo Spelios, Dave Rittman, Wally Magathan


REUNION:
Time draws near for Reunion 2003 BY David Rittman
VHPA shuttle service available at airport
Taking Cruise after reunion? Here is update
Reunion Schedule

Volume: 21
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2003
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: VHPA Newsletters
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Jan 2018 [Updated: 24 Jan 2018]
[Number of Pages: 32]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke


LETTERS:
Former VHPA counsel glad to stay the course FROM Jim "Gunny" Gunderson
Flying with Army pilots an adventure FROM Wade Hubbard
Directory best one yet! FROM Bob Paine
IP would have a tizzie FROM Jack Knotts
Vietnam acquaintances put reality back in focus FROM Robert "Russ" Jones
Chopper pilot writes story for scale model brochure FROM Roy Harris Olive
Attempt to ignore disorder perpetuates PTSD stigma FROM George W. Williams
Pilot/author participated in PTSD effects study FROM Rick Curtain, Dave Eastman
Few soldiers prepared for Vietnam experience FROM Bill Hull
Suggestion most pilots have PTSD is absurd FROM Rick Williams


TAPS:
James Harvey Brown Jr. - Eldon Ideus - Emmett F. Johnson - James D. O'Neill - Michael Russell - Bill Shobel


FEATURES:
VHPA announces election policy
Membership Directory correction BY Mike Law
Bunn resigns from selection position BY Kenny Bunn
UN honors VHPA member for rescues
Amendments to bylaws goes to a vote BY Joe Bilitzke, Dan Ferguson, Dana Young, Mike Sheuerman, Tom Payne, Angelo Spelios, Dave Rittman, Wally Magathan


REUNION:
Time draws near for Reunion 2003 BY David Rittman
VHPA shuttle service available at airport
Taking Cruise after reunion? Here is update
Reunion Schedule

Volume: 21
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2003
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: VHPA Newsletters
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Jan 2018 [Updated: 24 Jan 2018]
[Number of Pages: 32]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke


LETTERS:
Former VHPA counsel glad to stay the course FROM Jim "Gunny" Gunderson
Flying with Army pilots an adventure FROM Wade Hubbard
Directory best one yet! FROM Bob Paine
IP would have a tizzie FROM Jack Knotts
Vietnam acquaintances put reality back in focus FROM Robert "Russ" Jones
Chopper pilot writes story for scale model brochure FROM Roy Harris Olive
Attempt to ignore disorder perpetuates PTSD stigma FROM George W. Williams
Pilot/author participated in PTSD effects study FROM Rick Curtain, Dave Eastman
Few soldiers prepared for Vietnam experience FROM Bill Hull
Suggestion most pilots have PTSD is absurd FROM Rick Williams


TAPS:
James Harvey Brown Jr. - Eldon Ideus - Emmett F. Johnson - James D. O'Neill - Michael Russell - Bill Shobel


FEATURES:
VHPA announces election policy
Membership Directory correction BY Mike Law
Bunn resigns from selection position BY Kenny Bunn
UN honors VHPA member for rescues
Amendments to bylaws goes to a vote BY Joe Bilitzke, Dan Ferguson, Dana Young, Mike Sheuerman, Tom Payne, Angelo Spelios, Dave Rittman, Wally Magathan


REUNION:
Time draws near for Reunion 2003 BY David Rittman
VHPA shuttle service available at airport
Taking Cruise after reunion? Here is update
Reunion Schedule

Volume: 21
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2003
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: VHPA Newsletters
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Jan 2018 [Updated: 24 Jan 2018]
Army Aviation (Army Aviation Publications) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 302Serial611065
[Number of Pages: 45]
Transitions of the Air Transport Brigade Concept 8
Presdident's Annual Report 13
AAAA Membership Annual Elections 20
Membership Floor Proposals 21
Departments 37
Advertisers 19

Issue: 14
Item Creation Date: December 1965
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Periodicals
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 25 Jul 2018 [Updated: 13 Aug 2018]
[Number of Pages: 16]
Item Creation Date: October 2002
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Membership Directory
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 32]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke


LETTERS:
Former VHPA counsel glad to stay the course FROM Jim "Gunny" Gunderson
Flying with Army pilots an adventure FROM Wade Hubbard
IP would have a tizzie FROM Jack Knotts
Directory best one yet! FROM Bob Paine
Vietnam acquaintances put reality back in focus FROM Robert "Russ" Jones
Chopper pilot writes story for scale model brochure FROM Roy Harris Olive
Attempt to ignore disorder perpetuates PTSD stigma FROM George W. Williams
Pilot/author participated in PTSD effects study FROM Rick Curtin, Dave Eastman
Few soldiers prepared for Vietnam experience FROM Bill Hull
Suggesting most pilots have PTSD is absurd FROM Rick Williams


TAPS:
James Harvey Brown Jr. - Eldon Ideus - Emmett F. Johnson - James D. O'Neill - Michael Russell - Bill Shobel


REPORTS:
VHPA announces election policy
Bunn resigns from selection position BY Kenny Bunn
UN honors VHPA member for rescues
Amendment to bylaws goes to a vote BY executive council
Bylaws of the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)


BRIEFS:
Author writes about Schilling
Membership directory correction BY Mike Law
Mini-reunion planned on July 3


REUNION:
Time draws near for reunion 2003 BY Dave Rittmann
VHPA shuttle service available at airport
Taking cruise after reunion? here is update
Reunion schedule

Volume: 21
Issue: 01
Item Creation Date: January/February 2003
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 03 May 2017 [Updated: 29 Aug 2017]
[Number of Pages: 94]
Author(s): Donald D. Little
Item Creation Date: 1983
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Printed Material
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 04 Dec 2018 [Updated: 09 May 2019]
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[Number of Pages: 148]
Item Creation Date: 1969
Collection: Clyde Romero Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 04 Oct 2018 [Updated: 04 Oct 2018]
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Aviator's Handbook FM1-105 - Department of the Army
Document Item Number: 26340111001
[Number of Pages: 138]
Item Creation Date: August 1974
Collection: Clyde Romero Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2018 [Updated: 16 Oct 2018]
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[Number of Pages: 56]
Item Creation Date: 1 November 1968
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: General Files
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 27 Jun 2019 [Updated: 27 Jun 2019]
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[Number of Pages: 77]
Item Creation Date: January 1963
Collection: Chuck Carlock Collection
Association: Rattler/Firebird Association
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Added: 26 Sep 2023 [Updated: 02 Oct 2023]
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Tuyen Duong Cong Trang - Roster
Document Item Number: 8851040001
[Number of Pages: 34]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 16 Jan 2026 [Updated: 16 Jan 2026]
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[Number of Pages: 53]
Item Creation Date: 1941
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 04 Dec 2025 [Updated: 04 Dec 2025]
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Pop-A-Smoke (USMC/Vietnam Helicopter Association) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 293Newsletter611345
[Number of Pages: 12]
Item Creation Date: 15 August 1995
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: General Files
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Added: 28 Aug 2018 [Updated: 06 Feb 2020]
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[Number of Pages: 7]
Author(s): Captain Joseph P. Meissner
Item Creation Date: May 1969
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
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Added: 07 Dec 2017 [Updated: 07 Dec 2017]
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[Number of Pages: 2]
Item Creation Date: 1 May 1972
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
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Added: 04 Dec 2017 [Updated: 11 Jan 2018]
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[Number of Pages: 10]
Author(s): General William J. Maddox, Jr.
Item Creation Date: No date
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
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[Number of Pages: 83]
Author(s): Lt. Col. John H. Cushman
Item Creation Date: 15 March 1965
Collection: Lieutenant General John Cushman Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn


LETTERS:
Ex-Army aviator top aerobatic pilot FROM Al Ellison
APOs worked better during Vietnam tour FROM Mike Lopez
Dooley wrote letter shortly beofre death FROM Jim McDanie
Pilot changes his mind during VHPA reunion FROM Alice Marie Rand
Helicopter etiquette found with old paper FROM John S. Donaldson
VIETNAM Chopper pilots meet in airliner cockpit FROM Rick Weiss
Pilot helping friend gather information FROM Bob Potvin, White 25
Membership directory is the finest one to date FROM Andrew Dulay
Former Vann aide/pilot looking for colleagues FROM Henry "Rick" Role


FEATURES:
Trip to shower burned into memory BY ED Wolfe
Crewmembers join VHPA network BY Mel Canon
Flying Cranes in I Corps and Laos BY Ed Strazzini
AF choppers used in reconnaissance BY J. David McClung
Closure: A Vietnam story BY Mike Austin
How 'Helicopter Valley' got name BY Mike Law


1995 REUNION:
It's time to make plans for reunion BY Bob Smith
Reunion hotel in heart of the city


TAPS:
Terrence L. Adkins - Donald Lee Craft

Volume: 13
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: February 1995
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 13 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Ken Fritz


LETTERS:
Seeking BY Richard Brass
Wife profoundly moved at husband's reunion FROM Linda Byrd-Dennison
Coverage of celebration brings lumpto the throat FROM Frederrick F. Mentzer
War memorial garden in spectacular setting FROM Steve Dillman
Flying through dark 'clouds' has brought years of laughs BY Pat Dougan
Could helicopter cut brother's taxi fare? FROM Vicki Bellah
Australian Navy pilot researching for book FROM Mark Ogden
Helicopters were always there FROM Bradley N. Jimerson
Calling all Vietnam helicopter pilots FROM Robin Hunter Neillands
Coast Guard chopper scores 'kills' at show FROM Jim Schueckler


TAPS:
Chris M. Conroe - Dennis H. Laffick - Harold Sidney Lanier - Marvin Odom - Lawrence E. Potts Jr. - James Anthony Welling

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Colin Powell was major during Huey crash
Vietnam buddies attend welcoming BY Mike Sloniker
Approach made 45 minutes after takeoff BY Gary Roush
Project has 138 helicopter patches BY Jay Riseden


FEATURES:
Mortars dropped from helicopter By Drew Boudrieau
Manfred the dog had ability to predict rockets, mortars BY J.C. Pennington
Chopper loved flying BY Paul Jenkins
Curley tailed dogs BY Jim McDaniel
Pilot flew for 'White Hat Airlines' BY Edward Hintz
Army aviator enjoy victory at sea BY Mel Canon
Kham Duc evacuated under fire By Bruce Lake
Pilot recalls flying Pedro in Vietnam BY R. Nathan Greene
166th AMD should be added to list BY John Grow
Pilot sees photos of his own close call By George G. Reese Jr.

Volume: 13
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: October 1995
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Ken Fritz


LETTERS:
Patch Project report FROM Jay Riseden
VHPA databases have considerable value FROM Gary Roush
Army personnel file says little about man BY Skip Davis
Vietnam, Alabama book now 80 percent complete FROM John B. Givhan
KIA fillingss a willing seat in gunship when killed FROM Leonard C. Rutledge
Fixed wing in newsletter a beaver-not a birddog FROM Dave Cransfield
Huey, Beaver and H-21 favorite flying machines FROM Tom Garcia
Aircraft in photo an L-20 not L-19 (o-1A) Birddog FROM James McKimmey
Sister thank VHPA for response to letter FROM Sandra Zito
Pilot's sister plans Vietnam visit to mark site of crash FROM Linda G. Moreau
VHPA History Book well done, interesting FROM Don Martin
Membership Directory bings back memories after 24 years From Carlos Quintero
Law's newsletter article on HMM-364 enjoyable FROM Maj. David L. Bjork
Pilot 'finds' his huey on newsletter cover FROM J.C. Pennington
Law's newsletter article on HMM-364 enjoyable
Active duty Army regiment seeks help from the VHPA FROM Maj. David M. Blackburn
Air Force CH-3 crew sought by researcher FROM Jack Kull
Wings producer seeks photos, home movies of hueys, cobras
License plate a memory of campaign FROM Barry H. Turner "Fixer Red"


FEATURES:
Choking cyclic was unforgettable BY Al Eason
'Trees' draw junior officers' salutes BY Drew Boudrieau
Cyberspace responses widespread BY Mel Canon


REPORTS:
Response great on Lam Son 719 BY Mike Sloniker
Those guys he flew with into hell BY Tome Payne
Home page draws interest BY Gary Roush


REUNION:
Reunion events
VHPA fund-raiser features truck
Registration removes the danger BY Joe Bilitzke
Reunion bus tours
Paramount's Great America theme park near reunion site
Theme selected for '96 reunion


TAPS:
Pauls L. Allen - Lt. Col. Howard E. Haney - Bob Lee Lovell - William G. Montgomery - Charles J. Lepore

Volume: 14
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: April/ May 1996
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Ken Fritz


LETTERS:
Inactivation ceremonies planned for regiment FROM John Dowdy
Dogs get charge from flying in helicopters FROM Drew Bourdrieau
Memorial Day 1994-26 years later FROM Ted Riendeau
Writer trying to locate chopper's pilots, crew FROM Bob Gibeault
Huey will be dedicated at special airport ceremony FROM Gary Greenough
Where are missionaries who lived near company? FROM CW$ Ken Bryant
'Gladiators' close call recalled 22 years later FROM Vaugh R. Ross
Former Navy helicopter pilot sought by relative BY F.C. Johnson
Student writes a note about Vietnam statitstics FROM Gary Roush
Former 'blackhawk' tries to find members of unit BY Thomas E. Moore
Guardian Angel now wears general's stars FROM Arthur D. Stevenson


Features:
Mission: Keep Sam Donaldson busy BY Tom Payne
Pig Pool a highlight of WOC parties BY Phil Marshall
Marine Corps Cobras in Vietnam BY Walter E. Pinkerton Jr.
Newspaper tells war stories BY Les Hines
You too can find your old Chinook BY Mike Law
Alcohol flow kept pace with action BY Drew Bourdrieau
Book will overpower you with emotion BY Tom Payne
On-line group planning ComCenter BY Mel Canon


REUNION:
VHPA reunion '96 drawing near BY Ross McCoy
Reunion briefs
Reunion fundraiser features truck
Rooms still available for mini-reunion BY Ed Almazol
Reunion events

Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: June/July 1996
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Hurley
Ohio River chapter plans Indianapolis reunion BY Mick Molish

LETTERS:
Former Ranger seeks gunship, slick pilots FROM Dave Bristol
Army redesignates some aviation units FROM Cary J. Bacon
Former platoon sergeant would like to correspond FROM Joseph M. Beck
Cobra used successfully for battery's beer run FROM N.G.(Glenn) Brown
Warrants not invited to CO's party-once FROM Jay Elliot
Senior Army instructor to help find ROK pilots FROM Ernest B. Flagg
Writer suggests Newman may be the pilot sought FROM Bob Hamilton
APC driver seeking dustoff team pilots FROM Jon D. Hovde
Vietnam Center open for a number of years FROM Dave Price
Young warrant officers worth five other pilots FROM Bill McSpadden
Member e-mail addresses should be in Directory FROM Steve Vermillion
E-mail helps stay in touch FROM Walter J. Ellis
E-mail address incorrect FROM Gary L. Calhoun
E-mail address more important FROM Max J. Mizejewski
E-mail helps pilot keep up FROM Michael Bucove
Add e-mail address to Directory FROM Donald Joyce


TAPS:
Peter Abplanalp


REPORTS:
Member accounts crucial to history BY Mike Law
Peter pilot admires Huey instructor BY John Plummer
Family Contacts shares a first success story BY Jim Schueckler
VHCMA plans reunion in Dallas/Fort Worth
The Primer written by real combat pilots BY Ron Timberlake
California Chapter North meets for bass tourney BY Ken Fritz


BRIEFS:
'Registrations' to be awarded
Museum to feature 'Flight' BY Pat Richardson
Heavy lifters plan mini-reunion


FEATURES:
Air America helicoptrs active early in war BY Professor William Leary and VHPA Member John Konek


REUNION:
Pilots to descend on Mineral Wells in July BY Edward T. Luttenberger
Time Drawing near for '98 reunion

Volume: 16
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 1998
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Tom Payne
Volunteers sought for HAI HELI-EXPO BY Ken Fritz

LETTERS:
What is a vet?-many people FROM David F. Clemmer
Roush Helps fill void in airline pilot's life FROM Anthony G. Maglio
Pilot, wife say thanks for Fort Worth reunion FROM Don Martin
Last wekk in country erupts in excitment FROM Loren McAnally
New VHPA member misses '98 reunion FROM Jerry D. Kelley
Vietnam War museum gets off to a good start FROM Jim Messinger
Were you in Vietnam during the spring of 1972? FROM Ron Timberlake
Society attempts to bring rescuers, rescued together FROM John Carlson
Former crew chief writing book on history of OH-6A FROM Wayne Mutza
Guidon in reunion photograph shows 170th Aviation Company FROM George S. Crawford
Vietnam War memorial now has Internet website FROM Ruth Coder Fitzgerald
Blue Max gunship pilots important to telling story FROM Ralph H.Jones

TAPS: Michael L. Burke - Robert B. Caldwell - David T. Carter - William C. Gilbert - Thomas Hawkes Jr. - Jesse Calvin Miller - Larry Nobles - Larry Steilen - William Edward Tharp - James William Turner

BRIEFS:
1998 Directory is on the way
Update records when you move
VHPA Calendar sent to publisher
176th AHC plans get-together

REPORTS:
VHPA launches condolence letters
Association relies on volunteers to function BY Ken Fritz
Bell elected president of the chapter BY Ross Rainwater
Book tells untold stories of crews BY Tom Payne
Tour of Duty: Helicopter pilots trained in Mineral Wells visit base, recall role in Vietnam BY Jacquielynn Floyd

REUNION:
Reunion reservations traffic heavy BY Rhea Rippey and Ross Rainwater

FEATURES:
Hiller 360 flew out of Hanoi airport BY John Konek

Volume: 16
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 1998
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles Harley

LETTERS:
Helicopter program airs on History Channel FROM David F. Clemmer
Pilot recalls close call in front of Cobra FROM John Garrison
Author silicits photos from helicopter pilots FROM Frank Greco
Recent VHPA member enjoys work on Directory FROM R. Sterling Holbrook
AAHF second air show season now in full swing FROM Glenn Carr
Cousin trying to locate Vietnam helicopter pilot FROM Glenn Painter
Lengthy quest comes to end from Caribou pilot FROM Don Joyce
Skycrane club finally has prints of painting FROM Mike Law
VHPA Newsletter readers invited to dedication FROM Henry "Rick" Roll
New VHPA member thanks reunion committee for notice FROM Ken Sullivan
Green Hornet pilots sought FROM Robert Hall
170th AHC will hold party during the Denver reunion FROM George Nielsen

TAPS:
Robert A. Burbank - Dennis Lloyd Cunningham - Bob LePrairie

Placing bets not always so simple BY Kenny Bunn
Membership continuing to grow BY Dana M. Young
Book to generate scholarship funds BY Tom Payne

REUNION:
Reunion hotel is Denver's largest
United Airlines is official airline of Reunion 2001
Hotel to hang unit banners
Wolf Express official shuttle

Volume: 19
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2001
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
Vietnam helicopter history on Vietnam

LETTERS:
Crew promotes aviation safety FROM Cary Mendelsohn
Calculating VNE put Hook ahead of C-model FROM Al Fragola
Pilot seeks fellow Charger aviators FROM Dick Elgin
Colorado Springs site of great 189th gathering FROM Dick Butler
Veterans Day to focus on helicopter crews FROM Dennis Miller
Tree meager, sparse, but it was Christmas FROM Dave Rittman
Couple of entries should be corrected FROM John Plummer
Unit missing from Directory listing FROM Stan Gause
New Directory great! FROM Hugh S. McLeod III
Covers on Directory appreciated FROM W.D. Livingston and Harry Kornbau

TAPS:
Thomas J. Burke - Jim Harrison - Rod Henderson - Omar K. Kipe - Michael Steven Waggener Plantz - Bill Ruth - James E. Teague - Henry S. Wann

Members son recieves scholarship BY Tom Payne
CCN takes first in bass derby parade, again BY Mike Nord
Maintenance theme of 2002 Directory BY Mike Law
Your Executive Council BY Dave Rittman
AAHF nominated for Fisher award
EC approves unit chapter formation BY Mike Sheuerman
Directory this year is largest ever BY Dave Rittman
Battle fought in Renegade Woods BY Ron Leonard

BRIEFS:
New calendar full of photos
VHPA Newsletter deadlines

BOOK REVIEW:
Outlaws tells full, rich story of pilots BY Tom Payne

REUNION:
Vendor polocy at annual reunions
Las Vegas Reunion begins July 3 BY Joe Bilitzke
Online reunion, hotel registration will be available BY Charles Holley

Volume: 19
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 2001
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
Las Vegas reunion attendance up from 2001

LETTERS:
Reunion brings back memories of recons FROM Rev. Bruce E. Carlson
Former Fort Wolters a fascinating place FROM Pam Burkholder
Pilot fondly recalls his late Chinook instructor FROM Billy J. Hampton
Ferranti sat out great race FROM Del Ferranti
Operation ruins moment after crew standby FROM Mike Sheuerman
'We Were Soldiers' movie was terrific FROM Lee Westbrook
Most Huey pilots suffered hearing loss flying in RVN FROM Dave Eastman
Swanson receives medal FROM Ron Quezada

TAPS:
George S. Beatty Jr. - Thomas Robert Herrington - John P. Boyajian - Michael McNellis - Frank Meszar - Vernon W. "Woody" Woodward

Maintenance theme of new directory BY Mike Law
Headquarters provides daily support BY Joe Bilitzke
VHPA membership now stands at 10,877
Battle with enemy lasts five days BY Ron Leonard
VHPA reports additional details of annual audit
VHPA at the drag strip

BOOK REVIEW:
Book a great story on cheating odds BY Toma Payne

REUNION:
Reserve skybox for unit at reunion
Events going together for reunion BY Joe bilitzke

BRIEFS:
25th Battalion plans reunion
128th announces mini-reunion
VHPA Calendar needs photos

Volume: 20
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: March 2002
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
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