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The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610692
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
LETTERS:
Contact group asks: Take another look FROM Julie Kink
Mason oldest aviator when he retired in July FROM Derek Mason
People still remember 1995 Parkville Parade FROM Barbara Lance
Pilot helping family of KIA get information FROM Jonh J. Jewett
Scholarship Fund shares in profit from book sales FROM Tom Payne
New VHPA found during mailing FROM J. Brieske
TAPS:
Steven R. Erickson - Charles "Chuck" Getchell - Robert L. Hamilton - Jim Hart - Gary Bill Hayes - John D. Jankowski - Marvin Lee Marchman - George Donald Pfromm - Clarence H. "Clancy" Woliver
BOOK REVIEW:
Thunderbird Lounge a story of war BY Maj.Gen.Robert J. Brandt
BRIEFS:
118th Assault Helicopter Company
4th Infantry Division
Seeking Information
REUNION:
Reunion begins with rock'n'roll act BY Joe Bilitzke
Reunion events
Reunion could be the largest ever
Motorcycle rides planned at reunion BY Ken Lindstrom
Reunion refund information
Sheuerman named chapter liaison BY Mike Sheuerman
Staying up to date: VHPA forms Technology Steering Committee BY Chales Holley
Spotter sees boxes scattered in area BY Ron Leonard
Council attempting to stay in touch BY Your Executive Council.
Volume: 20
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: April 2002
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
LETTERS:
Contact group asks: Take another look FROM Julie Kink
Mason oldest aviator when he retired in July FROM Derek Mason
People still remember 1995 Parkville Parade FROM Barbara Lance
Pilot helping family of KIA get information FROM Jonh J. Jewett
Scholarship Fund shares in profit from book sales FROM Tom Payne
New VHPA found during mailing FROM J. Brieske
TAPS:
Steven R. Erickson - Charles "Chuck" Getchell - Robert L. Hamilton - Jim Hart - Gary Bill Hayes - John D. Jankowski - Marvin Lee Marchman - George Donald Pfromm - Clarence H. "Clancy" Woliver
BOOK REVIEW:
Thunderbird Lounge a story of war BY Maj.Gen.Robert J. Brandt
BRIEFS:
118th Assault Helicopter Company
4th Infantry Division
Seeking Information
REUNION:
Reunion begins with rock'n'roll act BY Joe Bilitzke
Reunion events
Reunion could be the largest ever
Motorcycle rides planned at reunion BY Ken Lindstrom
Reunion refund information
Sheuerman named chapter liaison BY Mike Sheuerman
Staying up to date: VHPA forms Technology Steering Committee BY Chales Holley
Spotter sees boxes scattered in area BY Ron Leonard
Council attempting to stay in touch BY Your Executive Council.
Volume: 20
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: April 2002
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610694
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
LETTERS:
Article about mason personally uplifting FROM Ken Fritz
Mason same, soft-spoken person FROM Jack Swickard
Where is that deafening CH-21 on bumper sticker? FROM Robert S. Jones
Act in South Vietnam adds to memory of Kennedy era FROM Paul Maxwell
Vietnam helicopter pilot rescues aviator in Hip FROM Reed T. Kimzey
Common ground
TAPS:
Michael Allan Bruce - William Chester Buford - Robert L. Hamilton - Samuel P. Kalagian - Omar Kipe - Delbert Paul - Robert Peyton Walters Sr.
31 years later BY Mike Sloniker
Roulier recieves belated Medals BY Tom Payne
Member recounts how crew member died BY Mike Law
Film series tries to dispel myths of war
REUNION:
Only days remain until Las Vegas kickoff
Murder mystery planned for wives
VHPA can determine its legacy BY Robert Smith
VHPA BRIEFS:
Hornets plan mini-reunion
Calendar available in June
Booby trap downs helicopter
Volume: 20
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2002
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
LETTERS:
Article about mason personally uplifting FROM Ken Fritz
Mason same, soft-spoken person FROM Jack Swickard
Where is that deafening CH-21 on bumper sticker? FROM Robert S. Jones
Act in South Vietnam adds to memory of Kennedy era FROM Paul Maxwell
Vietnam helicopter pilot rescues aviator in Hip FROM Reed T. Kimzey
Common ground
TAPS:
Michael Allan Bruce - William Chester Buford - Robert L. Hamilton - Samuel P. Kalagian - Omar Kipe - Delbert Paul - Robert Peyton Walters Sr.
31 years later BY Mike Sloniker
Roulier recieves belated Medals BY Tom Payne
Member recounts how crew member died BY Mike Law
Film series tries to dispel myths of war
REUNION:
Only days remain until Las Vegas kickoff
Murder mystery planned for wives
VHPA can determine its legacy BY Robert Smith
VHPA BRIEFS:
Hornets plan mini-reunion
Calendar available in June
Booby trap downs helicopter
Volume: 20
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2002
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610697
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT By Joe Bilitzke
Open communication
Do whats right
Have fun
LETTERS:
Wife finds letters about reunion 'cute' FROM Renatta Depierris
Vietnam aquaintance blessed to liove in the U.S. FROM Don Agren
Letter about PTSD offensive to reader FROM Rick Curtin
Ambrose's PTSD letter should be taken to heart FROM Bill Zierdt
Marines, other veterans plan to restore UH-34D FROM Bud Jones
118th was designated an AHC after 1965 FROM Ralph Orlando
Pilot reads about death of Vietnam-era friend FROM CW4 Cary Mendelsohn
Wounded Ranger looks for two medevac pilots FROM Ranger Thomas R. Holtey
Traveling U.S. with Huey a touching experience FROM Gary B. Roush
New VHPA Directory amazing, best one yet FROM Bob Paine
Shadow Bird's arrival stirs thoughts of days past FROM Jerry Turner
'Man in doorway' important crewman FROM Michael Ryerson
TAPS:
Steve Adee, Dwane C. "Duke" Watson
REUNION:
Orlando return marks 20th anniversary BY Joe Bilitzke
Procedure given for reunion refunds
Riseden designs reunion T-shirt logos BY Kenneth Fritz
Sole survivor seeks rescuers' names BY Charles "Ray" Livermont
Volume: 20
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 2002
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT By Joe Bilitzke
Open communication
Do whats right
Have fun
LETTERS:
Wife finds letters about reunion 'cute' FROM Renatta Depierris
Vietnam aquaintance blessed to liove in the U.S. FROM Don Agren
Letter about PTSD offensive to reader FROM Rick Curtin
Ambrose's PTSD letter should be taken to heart FROM Bill Zierdt
Marines, other veterans plan to restore UH-34D FROM Bud Jones
118th was designated an AHC after 1965 FROM Ralph Orlando
Pilot reads about death of Vietnam-era friend FROM CW4 Cary Mendelsohn
Wounded Ranger looks for two medevac pilots FROM Ranger Thomas R. Holtey
Traveling U.S. with Huey a touching experience FROM Gary B. Roush
New VHPA Directory amazing, best one yet FROM Bob Paine
Shadow Bird's arrival stirs thoughts of days past FROM Jerry Turner
'Man in doorway' important crewman FROM Michael Ryerson
TAPS:
Steve Adee, Dwane C. "Duke" Watson
REUNION:
Orlando return marks 20th anniversary BY Joe Bilitzke
Procedure given for reunion refunds
Riseden designs reunion T-shirt logos BY Kenneth Fritz
Sole survivor seeks rescuers' names BY Charles "Ray" Livermont
Volume: 20
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 2002
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610699
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke
Eliminating the bylaws confusion BY Joe Bilitzke
BRIEFS:
Mike Law leaving for Ghana
VHPA chairman gets new chairman
REUNION:
Time running out BY Dave Rittman
Special shuttle bus available at reunion
Driving to reunion?
Annual 5k run/walk set for July 5
Reunion schedule
UH-1 available for rides at reunion
Mini-reunions
REPORTS:
Hai Convention booth BY Mike Scheuerman
Membership grows to 12,000 pilots BY Dana M. Young
Seeking national officer? BY Mike Scheuerman
Library of Congress to tape at reunion
LETTERS:
Captures Vietnam pilot discusses POWs in Iraq FROM Mike Scheuerman
Program features crew from chopper company FROM Gil Ferrey
Information about program FROM Natalie Miller
Husband's death attributed to diabetes, 'rare' tumors FROM Mrs. Sandra A. Sullivan
Pilot saves crew chief other's lives in rescue FROM Craig Tonjes
TAPS:
Stanley E. Cagle - Wayne Lawrence Crocker - Jim Cunningham - Tony Ward Miller - Michael Raymond Redding - William E. Savedge
FEATURES:
White medevacs - MACV tested changing color to reduce casualties BY Mike Law and Larry Wagoner
Volume: 21
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2003
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke
Eliminating the bylaws confusion BY Joe Bilitzke
BRIEFS:
Mike Law leaving for Ghana
VHPA chairman gets new chairman
REUNION:
Time running out BY Dave Rittman
Special shuttle bus available at reunion
Driving to reunion?
Annual 5k run/walk set for July 5
Reunion schedule
UH-1 available for rides at reunion
Mini-reunions
REPORTS:
Hai Convention booth BY Mike Scheuerman
Membership grows to 12,000 pilots BY Dana M. Young
Seeking national officer? BY Mike Scheuerman
Library of Congress to tape at reunion
LETTERS:
Captures Vietnam pilot discusses POWs in Iraq FROM Mike Scheuerman
Program features crew from chopper company FROM Gil Ferrey
Information about program FROM Natalie Miller
Husband's death attributed to diabetes, 'rare' tumors FROM Mrs. Sandra A. Sullivan
Pilot saves crew chief other's lives in rescue FROM Craig Tonjes
TAPS:
Stanley E. Cagle - Wayne Lawrence Crocker - Jim Cunningham - Tony Ward Miller - Michael Raymond Redding - William E. Savedge
FEATURES:
White medevacs - MACV tested changing color to reduce casualties BY Mike Law and Larry Wagoner
Volume: 21
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2003
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610700
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke
VHPA uses professional planner for Orlando reunion
REUNION:
Reunion Edition Newsletter new this year
Final banquet
Missing Man toast and ceremony
Susan McDonald - Las Vegas entertainer really cares about the VHPA
Reunion schedule
Founders - VHPA to honor Original 66 at Orlando reunion
Thanks! Volunteers make reunion possible BY Dave Rittman
Mini-reunion schedule
Fireworks show
Parties kick off Orlando reunion
Private show
Pirates Adventure alternate show choice
AAHF to fly Huey during reunion
Tours planned for space center. ship
Golf tournament at Mystic Dunes
Dallas to be host of VHPA reunion in 2004
Anchors aweigh
Run/walk scheduled for Saturday
Shuttle bus available from hotel to airport
Membership grows, but help needed BY Dana M. Young
Two-piece band entertained VHPA before
Comedy theater company to perform during meeting
Library of Congress to videotape at reunion
LETTERS:
March/April cover shows OH-23's FROM Danny E. Gross
Cover caption incorrect on March/April issue FROM Bob Thompson
Mail likely forthcoming about designation mixup FROM Tom Taylor
Frictioning control standard at Wolters FROM Tom Hirschler
REUNION ANNIVERSARIES:
The first reunion - 1984
The fifth anniversary - 1988
The 10th anniversary - 1993
The 15th anniversary - 1998
Volume: 21
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2003
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke
VHPA uses professional planner for Orlando reunion
REUNION:
Reunion Edition Newsletter new this year
Final banquet
Missing Man toast and ceremony
Susan McDonald - Las Vegas entertainer really cares about the VHPA
Reunion schedule
Founders - VHPA to honor Original 66 at Orlando reunion
Thanks! Volunteers make reunion possible BY Dave Rittman
Mini-reunion schedule
Fireworks show
Parties kick off Orlando reunion
Private show
Pirates Adventure alternate show choice
AAHF to fly Huey during reunion
Tours planned for space center. ship
Golf tournament at Mystic Dunes
Dallas to be host of VHPA reunion in 2004
Anchors aweigh
Run/walk scheduled for Saturday
Shuttle bus available from hotel to airport
Membership grows, but help needed BY Dana M. Young
Two-piece band entertained VHPA before
Comedy theater company to perform during meeting
Library of Congress to videotape at reunion
LETTERS:
March/April cover shows OH-23's FROM Danny E. Gross
Cover caption incorrect on March/April issue FROM Bob Thompson
Mail likely forthcoming about designation mixup FROM Tom Taylor
Frictioning control standard at Wolters FROM Tom Hirschler
REUNION ANNIVERSARIES:
The first reunion - 1984
The fifth anniversary - 1988
The 10th anniversary - 1993
The 15th anniversary - 1998
Volume: 21
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2003
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610701
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dana Young
LETTERS:
'Bus Eight' article reminder of reunion FROM Robert Mason
Orlando reunion a first-class event FROM Joe Finch
Original VHPA member honored with plaque FROM Chuck Topalian
Reunion has new twist in Orlando FROM Lee T. Strickland
First VHPA reunion a wonderful event FROM Tom Wood
Some of claims about PTSD preposterous FROM Rick Curtin
PTSD a cruel hoax perpetrated on vets FROM Dennis Hogan
Psychological diagnoses come in and out of favor FROM Alan McCulloch
Pilot's daughter seeking information about cancer FROM Heather Bartol
Museum invites president to fund-raiser in Texas FROM Frank Gilbert
First WOC class graduated from Camp Rucker in 1955 FROM Don Joyce
TAPS:
Michael A. Baker - Robert Howard Cowen - Gary Freeman - Michael Louis Frye - Billy J. Hampton - James "Jimmy" Allen Hardt - Thomas J. Janis - John Robert Keily - Jim Merryman - Paul L. Messa - Lawrence Andrew Olson - John Popovich Se. - Phillip Layne Rutledge - Michael V. Stratton
REPORTS:
Annual business meeting
Orlando reunion attendance totals 1,942 pilots, guests
Record numbers joined association BY Joe Bilitzke
FEATURES:
Bandit tactics revived after 35 years BY Tom Payne
Pilot describes dropping napalm BY Ron Richtsmeier
Volume: 21
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2003
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dana Young
LETTERS:
'Bus Eight' article reminder of reunion FROM Robert Mason
Orlando reunion a first-class event FROM Joe Finch
Original VHPA member honored with plaque FROM Chuck Topalian
Reunion has new twist in Orlando FROM Lee T. Strickland
First VHPA reunion a wonderful event FROM Tom Wood
Some of claims about PTSD preposterous FROM Rick Curtin
PTSD a cruel hoax perpetrated on vets FROM Dennis Hogan
Psychological diagnoses come in and out of favor FROM Alan McCulloch
Pilot's daughter seeking information about cancer FROM Heather Bartol
Museum invites president to fund-raiser in Texas FROM Frank Gilbert
First WOC class graduated from Camp Rucker in 1955 FROM Don Joyce
TAPS:
Michael A. Baker - Robert Howard Cowen - Gary Freeman - Michael Louis Frye - Billy J. Hampton - James "Jimmy" Allen Hardt - Thomas J. Janis - John Robert Keily - Jim Merryman - Paul L. Messa - Lawrence Andrew Olson - John Popovich Se. - Phillip Layne Rutledge - Michael V. Stratton
REPORTS:
Annual business meeting
Orlando reunion attendance totals 1,942 pilots, guests
Record numbers joined association BY Joe Bilitzke
FEATURES:
Bandit tactics revived after 35 years BY Tom Payne
Pilot describes dropping napalm BY Ron Richtsmeier
Volume: 21
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2003
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610702
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dana M. Young
VHPA receives IRS tax exemption letter BY Dave Rittman
LETTERS:
Bandit flag shows up down under FROM Peter Seaward
Author writing history of Dak Seang Campaign FROM George S. Crawford
Fellow pilots help understand death FROM Fritz Miller
British security chief FROM Al Schonert
Wanted: pilots of '50s and '60s FROM Jim Eakins
FAA released wrong conclusion in death FROM Paul E. Uster
Daughter tries to find chopper pilot father FROM Terry J. "Woody" Wood
TAPS:
Thomas S. Cafferty - Clyde Lee Ford - Gilbert Keith Jenkins - Leighton Franklin Kohl - Robert H. McKeegan - Robert Odell Moree - Le Cong Quan - Danny Rowe - James W. Sandridge Jr. - Leo Francis Welsh - Henry Joseph Wilkins - James Wittman - George J. Young
REPORTS:
Directory BY Gary Roush
Got a war story?
Mason wins CHPA scholarship BY Tom Payne
'What are they going to do, send me to Vietnam?' refreshing BY Tom Payne
REUNION:
Reunion 2004 headquarters hotel largest in Texas BY Hayden Jones
Dallas M-Line provides free trolley service
Museum preserves JFK's legacy
Special treat awaits reunion golfers BY Mike Whitten
Good taste - fine restaurants abundant in Dallas area
FEATURES:
Dustoff on Fire! Medevac chopper: 'going down and burning!' BY William C. "Bill" Perkins
Volume: 21
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2003
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dana M. Young
VHPA receives IRS tax exemption letter BY Dave Rittman
LETTERS:
Bandit flag shows up down under FROM Peter Seaward
Author writing history of Dak Seang Campaign FROM George S. Crawford
Fellow pilots help understand death FROM Fritz Miller
British security chief FROM Al Schonert
Wanted: pilots of '50s and '60s FROM Jim Eakins
FAA released wrong conclusion in death FROM Paul E. Uster
Daughter tries to find chopper pilot father FROM Terry J. "Woody" Wood
TAPS:
Thomas S. Cafferty - Clyde Lee Ford - Gilbert Keith Jenkins - Leighton Franklin Kohl - Robert H. McKeegan - Robert Odell Moree - Le Cong Quan - Danny Rowe - James W. Sandridge Jr. - Leo Francis Welsh - Henry Joseph Wilkins - James Wittman - George J. Young
REPORTS:
Directory BY Gary Roush
Got a war story?
Mason wins CHPA scholarship BY Tom Payne
'What are they going to do, send me to Vietnam?' refreshing BY Tom Payne
REUNION:
Reunion 2004 headquarters hotel largest in Texas BY Hayden Jones
Dallas M-Line provides free trolley service
Museum preserves JFK's legacy
Special treat awaits reunion golfers BY Mike Whitten
Good taste - fine restaurants abundant in Dallas area
FEATURES:
Dustoff on Fire! Medevac chopper: 'going down and burning!' BY William C. "Bill" Perkins
Volume: 21
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2003
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610703
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dana M. Young
VHPA legal challenges
LETTERS:
Pilot seeks name of rescued man FROM John J. Butler
Soldiers in Gulf, Delta share some similarities FROM Douglas Gandy
Argentine Army pilots continue flying hueys FROM Phil Marshall
Very old friend seeks pilot's current address FROM Lynne Gresham
Most valuable recognition FROM Charles Heberle
The Army way: friends' names start with same letters FROM Greg Smith
Commander chose unique way to discipline soldiers FROM James B. Thompson
Old Vietnam dogs learn new tricks at Fort Hood FROM Tom Payne
Pilot's daughter seeks friends of her father FROM Sherry Landrum
TAPS:
James Dwight Barry - Richard "Pat" Paul Bray - Alie H. Campbell - Darwin G. Edwards - Jesse W. Glance - Henry Colon Fariss - Donald H. Haines - John Wiley Hazlewood - Robert Steele Jones Jr. - Leland "Lee" Thornton Kennedy - Charles N. King - Warren "Randy" Porter - Allan Williams
Vietnam archive center seeks $16.3 million BY Tom Payne
REUNION:
There's lots to do near Dallas headquarters BY Mike Sheuerman
Vince Vance to entertain BY Mike Sheuerman
Rodeo highlight of reunion BY Mike Sheuerman
Motorcycles welcome at reunion BY Hayden Jones
National Vietnam War Museum center of festivities
Dallas has many unique distinctions
FEATURES:
Florida man restores, shows UH-1B from Vietnam BY Jack Serig Sr.
Pilot wonders if he should have made report BY Jack Serig Sr.
NC group wins first place award
Show to focus on Lamson 718 BY Rick Lester
Volume: 22
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: Winter 2003-2004
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 22 Feb 2018]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dana M. Young
VHPA legal challenges
LETTERS:
Pilot seeks name of rescued man FROM John J. Butler
Soldiers in Gulf, Delta share some similarities FROM Douglas Gandy
Argentine Army pilots continue flying hueys FROM Phil Marshall
Very old friend seeks pilot's current address FROM Lynne Gresham
Most valuable recognition FROM Charles Heberle
The Army way: friends' names start with same letters FROM Greg Smith
Commander chose unique way to discipline soldiers FROM James B. Thompson
Old Vietnam dogs learn new tricks at Fort Hood FROM Tom Payne
Pilot's daughter seeks friends of her father FROM Sherry Landrum
TAPS:
James Dwight Barry - Richard "Pat" Paul Bray - Alie H. Campbell - Darwin G. Edwards - Jesse W. Glance - Henry Colon Fariss - Donald H. Haines - John Wiley Hazlewood - Robert Steele Jones Jr. - Leland "Lee" Thornton Kennedy - Charles N. King - Warren "Randy" Porter - Allan Williams
Vietnam archive center seeks $16.3 million BY Tom Payne
REUNION:
There's lots to do near Dallas headquarters BY Mike Sheuerman
Vince Vance to entertain BY Mike Sheuerman
Rodeo highlight of reunion BY Mike Sheuerman
Motorcycles welcome at reunion BY Hayden Jones
National Vietnam War Museum center of festivities
Dallas has many unique distinctions
FEATURES:
Florida man restores, shows UH-1B from Vietnam BY Jack Serig Sr.
Pilot wonders if he should have made report BY Jack Serig Sr.
NC group wins first place award
Show to focus on Lamson 718 BY Rick Lester
Volume: 22
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: Winter 2003-2004
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 22 Feb 2018]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610705
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dana M. Young
Still time to seek office BY Angelo Spelios
LETTERS:
How many remember good deeds performed? FROM Ken Bryant
Marine Corps colonel looks for father's friends FROM Greg Woodward
Pilot finds helicopter he flew in Vietnam FROM Curt Knapp
Daughter seeking father - a VN helicopter pilot FROM Clyde Jackson
Caricature of general turns up at garage sale FROM Jim Koch
Restored America's huey welcome sight for veterans FROM John Nielsen
VHPA a true friend of RVN dustoff crews FROM Bill Perkins
Author wants to include helicopter pilot in book FROM William "Bill" Schroder
VHPA exists to help pilots find one another FROM Mike Sheuerman
Help would be great FROM George "Muff" Handley
Adviser seeks plots to say thanks! FROM John Peeff
Aussie veteran seeks helicopter pilots FROM John Eaton
TAPS:
Edward Lee Busic - Ronald W. Davis - Richard Houghton - Robert Wayne Childs - W.C. Price - Michael S. Van. Sickle - Robert Harold Varney Jr.
REPORTS:
Investment committee doing well BY Bob Smith
Bilitzke leaves office after 6 years BY Joe Bilitzke
Association thanks golf sponsors BY Mike Whitten
Pappy Jones lead for fourth annual motorcycle run BY Ken Lindstrom
Dallas reunion to have new vendors BY Rich Buzen
REUNION:
Registering at Adams Mark Hotel now easier BY Dana M. Young
Vince Vance, Valiants to perform BY Mike Sheuerman
Son finds chopper ride really cool! BY Mike Sheuerman
Mini-reunions
Reunion briefs
Special tours available in Dallas
In Shadow of the Blade to be shown BY Cheryl Fries
FEATURES:
Pilot attend Air Museum ceremony BY Jay Riseden
Pilot describes ARA missile attack BY James W. Ford
Volume: 22
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2004
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dana M. Young
Still time to seek office BY Angelo Spelios
LETTERS:
How many remember good deeds performed? FROM Ken Bryant
Marine Corps colonel looks for father's friends FROM Greg Woodward
Pilot finds helicopter he flew in Vietnam FROM Curt Knapp
Daughter seeking father - a VN helicopter pilot FROM Clyde Jackson
Caricature of general turns up at garage sale FROM Jim Koch
Restored America's huey welcome sight for veterans FROM John Nielsen
VHPA a true friend of RVN dustoff crews FROM Bill Perkins
Author wants to include helicopter pilot in book FROM William "Bill" Schroder
VHPA exists to help pilots find one another FROM Mike Sheuerman
Help would be great FROM George "Muff" Handley
Adviser seeks plots to say thanks! FROM John Peeff
Aussie veteran seeks helicopter pilots FROM John Eaton
TAPS:
Edward Lee Busic - Ronald W. Davis - Richard Houghton - Robert Wayne Childs - W.C. Price - Michael S. Van. Sickle - Robert Harold Varney Jr.
REPORTS:
Investment committee doing well BY Bob Smith
Bilitzke leaves office after 6 years BY Joe Bilitzke
Association thanks golf sponsors BY Mike Whitten
Pappy Jones lead for fourth annual motorcycle run BY Ken Lindstrom
Dallas reunion to have new vendors BY Rich Buzen
REUNION:
Registering at Adams Mark Hotel now easier BY Dana M. Young
Vince Vance, Valiants to perform BY Mike Sheuerman
Son finds chopper ride really cool! BY Mike Sheuerman
Mini-reunions
Reunion briefs
Special tours available in Dallas
In Shadow of the Blade to be shown BY Cheryl Fries
FEATURES:
Pilot attend Air Museum ceremony BY Jay Riseden
Pilot describes ARA missile attack BY James W. Ford
Volume: 22
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2004
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610707
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dan Ferguson
Jone stepping down as secretary/treasurer BY Hayden "Pappy" Jones
LETTERS:
Years make difference in pilot's homecoming FROM John R.Q. Finke
Chopper crew saves special forces team FROM Tom Payne
Writer conduct survey of pilots at 2004 reunion FROM Jerry Gladysz
Wife thanks members for helping understand FROM Jaqi Sellon
The day our gunships almost killed Steamer FROM Mike Sheuerman
People, spirit make VHPA reunions great FROM Forrest B. Snyder Jr.
REUNION:
San Francisco exciting location for annual event BY Dave Rittman
Schedule
Registration enforcement policy under review
Rules determine refunds on reunion events
REPORTS:
Association details election policy
Policy spells out investment rules
Amending bylaw, articles changes require rules
Policy establishes access to records
Each of us could recruit new member or pay dues BY Mike Sheuerman
Restated article of incorporation of Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association
Bylaws of the VHPA
Volume: 22
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2004
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dan Ferguson
Jone stepping down as secretary/treasurer BY Hayden "Pappy" Jones
LETTERS:
Years make difference in pilot's homecoming FROM John R.Q. Finke
Chopper crew saves special forces team FROM Tom Payne
Writer conduct survey of pilots at 2004 reunion FROM Jerry Gladysz
Wife thanks members for helping understand FROM Jaqi Sellon
The day our gunships almost killed Steamer FROM Mike Sheuerman
People, spirit make VHPA reunions great FROM Forrest B. Snyder Jr.
REUNION:
San Francisco exciting location for annual event BY Dave Rittman
Schedule
Registration enforcement policy under review
Rules determine refunds on reunion events
REPORTS:
Association details election policy
Policy spells out investment rules
Amending bylaw, articles changes require rules
Policy establishes access to records
Each of us could recruit new member or pay dues BY Mike Sheuerman
Restated article of incorporation of Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association
Bylaws of the VHPA
Volume: 22
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2004
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610708
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dan Ferguson
LETTERS:
Argentina UH Club preserves hueys FROM Max Mizejewski
Breakfast visit leads to reunion FROM Doug Miller
Newsletter article helps find cause of malady FROM Robert A. Heber
Author to interview scout crews FROM Wayne Mutza
Australian researches history of battalion FROM Clive Swaysland
Old friend looking for helicopter pilot FROM Robin Carneen
TAPS:
John "Jack" J. Cooley III - Truman Allen Craig - Patrick Wallace Emery Sr. - Carl "Rock" Fallquist - John B. Fleming Jr. - Richard Geraghty - Charles L. Haney - Harold L. Huff - Dick Legener - Joel L. Lovvorn - Edward P. Lukert Jr. - Dennis Marvicsin - Lawrence "Mac" F. McDonald - Edd Shinn - Phillip Ray "Stoney" Stone - Bennie Eugene Young
REUNION:
San Francisco site of VHPA get-together in July BY Joe Bilitzke and Dave Rittman
Golfers: reunion features early departure for Stonetree Golf Club course BY Mike Whitten
United offers discount fares
Schedule
Bay cruise: dinner, dancing cap San Francisco Belle voyage BY Joe Bilitzke
Island trip: Maui golf, beach excursion planned after reunion BY Mike Whitten
Reunion, hotel outline refund policy
Re-using reunion lanyards can cut expenses BY Mike Sheuerman
REPORTS:
Vietnam War museum receives UH-1H
Association launches drive for new members BY Dana Young
Membership can be given as a gift BY Mike Sheuerman
Volume: 22
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 2004
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dan Ferguson
LETTERS:
Argentina UH Club preserves hueys FROM Max Mizejewski
Breakfast visit leads to reunion FROM Doug Miller
Newsletter article helps find cause of malady FROM Robert A. Heber
Author to interview scout crews FROM Wayne Mutza
Australian researches history of battalion FROM Clive Swaysland
Old friend looking for helicopter pilot FROM Robin Carneen
TAPS:
John "Jack" J. Cooley III - Truman Allen Craig - Patrick Wallace Emery Sr. - Carl "Rock" Fallquist - John B. Fleming Jr. - Richard Geraghty - Charles L. Haney - Harold L. Huff - Dick Legener - Joel L. Lovvorn - Edward P. Lukert Jr. - Dennis Marvicsin - Lawrence "Mac" F. McDonald - Edd Shinn - Phillip Ray "Stoney" Stone - Bennie Eugene Young
REUNION:
San Francisco site of VHPA get-together in July BY Joe Bilitzke and Dave Rittman
Golfers: reunion features early departure for Stonetree Golf Club course BY Mike Whitten
United offers discount fares
Schedule
Bay cruise: dinner, dancing cap San Francisco Belle voyage BY Joe Bilitzke
Island trip: Maui golf, beach excursion planned after reunion BY Mike Whitten
Reunion, hotel outline refund policy
Re-using reunion lanyards can cut expenses BY Mike Sheuerman
REPORTS:
Vietnam War museum receives UH-1H
Association launches drive for new members BY Dana Young
Membership can be given as a gift BY Mike Sheuerman
Volume: 22
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 2004
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610709
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dan Ferguson
Vietnam huey documentary now on DVD BY Gary Roush
LETTERS:
Death of pilots a blow to unit FROM Dave Anderson
Ordinary mission remarkable now FROM Joe Hanebrink
Dedication of huey a time to get together FROM Mike Sheuerman
'Silver wings' cap leads to 1st Cav pilots reunion FROM Frank Tierney
Pink Panthers exceed 86 percent dues current FROM Mike Scheuerman
TAPS:
Julius L. "Lou" Berry - Dempsey L. Birmingham - Van T. "Terry" Drake - Larry Gene Gore - Donal "Don" Hildreth - Roman Ochotsky - Charles J. "Chuck" Savage Jr. - Robert Samuel Springer -
BOOK REVIEW:
'Snake Pilot' the best book about us BY Mike Scheuerman
REUNION:
What a Party! Registrations double best-attended past reunions BY Joe Bilitzke and Dave Rittman
United offers discount fare
Bringing a motor home or RV to reunion?
Schedule of events
VHPA 2005 tour options
Last hueys retire in Indiana
Volume: 23
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2005
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 11 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dan Ferguson
Vietnam huey documentary now on DVD BY Gary Roush
LETTERS:
Death of pilots a blow to unit FROM Dave Anderson
Ordinary mission remarkable now FROM Joe Hanebrink
Dedication of huey a time to get together FROM Mike Sheuerman
'Silver wings' cap leads to 1st Cav pilots reunion FROM Frank Tierney
Pink Panthers exceed 86 percent dues current FROM Mike Scheuerman
TAPS:
Julius L. "Lou" Berry - Dempsey L. Birmingham - Van T. "Terry" Drake - Larry Gene Gore - Donal "Don" Hildreth - Roman Ochotsky - Charles J. "Chuck" Savage Jr. - Robert Samuel Springer -
BOOK REVIEW:
'Snake Pilot' the best book about us BY Mike Scheuerman
REUNION:
What a Party! Registrations double best-attended past reunions BY Joe Bilitzke and Dave Rittman
United offers discount fare
Bringing a motor home or RV to reunion?
Schedule of events
VHPA 2005 tour options
Last hueys retire in Indiana
Volume: 23
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2005
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 11 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610711
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dan Ferguson
LETTERS:
The finest men I ever knew flew helicopters in Vietnam FROM Terry L. Garlock
Helicopter pilot, crew became subject of poem FROM Hal Manns
Infantryman seeks name of pilot he helped rescue FROM Garry C. Beeson
TAPS:
Charles Walter Anderson - Rick Beam - James S. Coble - James Robert Cox - Howard K. Hostler - Gregory F. Roche Jr.
REPORTS:
Legislation would give congressional recognition BY Dave Rittman
VA to have presence at San Francisco reunion BY Rich Buzen
REUNION:
There's still time to register for San Francisco BY Joe Bilitzke and Dave Rittman
Alternate hotels near Marriott to honor VHPA rate BY David Rittman
New guys get special table BY Mike Sheuerman
Bring old lanyards to reunion BY Mike Sheuerman
Golf - StoneTree in great shape, prizes to be awarded BY Mark Whitten
Two bike rides planned for reunion BY Ken Lindstrom
Schedule of events
Signing up members major goal of new president BY Mike Sheuerman
CCN has holiday party in San Francisco BY Jim Barger
BOOK REVIEW:
Secret Commandos Behind Enemy Line with the Elite Warriors of SOG BY Mike Sheuerman
FEATURES:
FSB Coral BY John Eaton
Volume: 23
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2005
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 19 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dan Ferguson
LETTERS:
The finest men I ever knew flew helicopters in Vietnam FROM Terry L. Garlock
Helicopter pilot, crew became subject of poem FROM Hal Manns
Infantryman seeks name of pilot he helped rescue FROM Garry C. Beeson
TAPS:
Charles Walter Anderson - Rick Beam - James S. Coble - James Robert Cox - Howard K. Hostler - Gregory F. Roche Jr.
REPORTS:
Legislation would give congressional recognition BY Dave Rittman
VA to have presence at San Francisco reunion BY Rich Buzen
REUNION:
There's still time to register for San Francisco BY Joe Bilitzke and Dave Rittman
Alternate hotels near Marriott to honor VHPA rate BY David Rittman
New guys get special table BY Mike Sheuerman
Bring old lanyards to reunion BY Mike Sheuerman
Golf - StoneTree in great shape, prizes to be awarded BY Mark Whitten
Two bike rides planned for reunion BY Ken Lindstrom
Schedule of events
Signing up members major goal of new president BY Mike Sheuerman
CCN has holiday party in San Francisco BY Jim Barger
BOOK REVIEW:
Secret Commandos Behind Enemy Line with the Elite Warriors of SOG BY Mike Sheuerman
FEATURES:
FSB Coral BY John Eaton
Volume: 23
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2005
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 19 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610712
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Sheuerman
LETTERS:
Writer asking help for unit documents FROM Dwight Lorenz
San Francisco Reunion events were all terrific FROM Al Fink
Veterans meet in Mexico, years after Tet experience FROM Greg Smith
KIA family members thank VHPA. officers FROM Julie Kink
Reunion Camaraderie not limited to pilots FROM Gary Roush
Vietnam pilots support unit in Iraq FROM Michael Rush
Combat aviators live in a very small world FROM Mike Sheuerman
Reunion episodes show how world has changed FROM Jack Swickard
Turnout low at Branson welcome home events FROM John Simpers
Pilot in Iraq 35 years after tour in Vietnam FROM Mike Stevens
Learning of friend's death only downside FROM Mike Law
TAPS:
Michael Torrance Antonelli - John Richard Barfield - Earl Wayne "Andy" Capps Jr. - Paluel J. Flagg - Grover A. Flowers - Gary L. Hilding - Frank H. Miller - Harry S. Norton
REPORTS:
Officers report on state of VHPA
Thanks for helping save money BY Mike Sheuerman
Invest $61 in VHPA BY Mike Sheuerman
Membership directory deadline BY Gary Roush
Congratulations, Bill Ringer!
San Francisco reunion a memorable event BY Joe Bilitzke and Dave Rittman
Increasing VHPA membership everybody's business BY Dana M. Young
Members pay VHPA dues for their buddies BY Gary Roush
FEATURES:
Early Days BY Jack Salm
Volume: 23
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2005
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 11 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Sheuerman
LETTERS:
Writer asking help for unit documents FROM Dwight Lorenz
San Francisco Reunion events were all terrific FROM Al Fink
Veterans meet in Mexico, years after Tet experience FROM Greg Smith
KIA family members thank VHPA. officers FROM Julie Kink
Reunion Camaraderie not limited to pilots FROM Gary Roush
Vietnam pilots support unit in Iraq FROM Michael Rush
Combat aviators live in a very small world FROM Mike Sheuerman
Reunion episodes show how world has changed FROM Jack Swickard
Turnout low at Branson welcome home events FROM John Simpers
Pilot in Iraq 35 years after tour in Vietnam FROM Mike Stevens
Learning of friend's death only downside FROM Mike Law
TAPS:
Michael Torrance Antonelli - John Richard Barfield - Earl Wayne "Andy" Capps Jr. - Paluel J. Flagg - Grover A. Flowers - Gary L. Hilding - Frank H. Miller - Harry S. Norton
REPORTS:
Officers report on state of VHPA
Thanks for helping save money BY Mike Sheuerman
Invest $61 in VHPA BY Mike Sheuerman
Membership directory deadline BY Gary Roush
Congratulations, Bill Ringer!
San Francisco reunion a memorable event BY Joe Bilitzke and Dave Rittman
Increasing VHPA membership everybody's business BY Dana M. Young
Members pay VHPA dues for their buddies BY Gary Roush
FEATURES:
Early Days BY Jack Salm
Volume: 23
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2005
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 11 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610713
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Sheuerman
Carsen Nesbitt receives VHPA scholarship
LETTERS:
Pilot's Vietnam service greeted while driving FROM Carl A. Garske
Riders enjoyed nice weather, light traffice FROM Ken Lindstrom
San Francisco reunion special for aviator FROM Ray Murphy
Branson rolls out welcome for vets FROM "Mik" Mikulan
The Presidio, Crissy revisited at reunion FROM Jack Salm
Fort Rucker ski team uused Chinook for tow FROM Bob Wetherbie
VHPA War Story contest to be initiated at reunion FROM Jim Fulbrook
TAPS:
Benny James Archuleta - John Bednarz - Frederick J. Carll - Bill Dvorak - John G. Foley - Ken Kinne - Henry L. Kunkel - Frank W. Nadeau Jr. - Richard James Prosser - Bruce A. Ruks - Robert G. Sleeth - Edward Alvin Stewart - Richard Dale Tierney
REUNION:
Washington, DC, meeting starting to take shape BY Dave Rittman, Joe Bilitzke, and Dana Young
Survey Helps VHPA plan reunion
REPORTS:
KIA statistics BY Gary Roush
VHPA members a diverse, influential group BY Gary Roush
VHPA briefs
FEATURES:
Jolly Green rescue in Vietnam was 37th ARRS's finest hour BY John R. Weimer
Crew flies Huey to Texas after 15 years in storage BY Alexander J. Colligan
Remembering events can be challenging, spotty BY Jack Salm
H-34, briefly in Army inventory, was fun to fly BY Jack Salm
Volume: 23
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2005
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Sheuerman
Carsen Nesbitt receives VHPA scholarship
LETTERS:
Pilot's Vietnam service greeted while driving FROM Carl A. Garske
Riders enjoyed nice weather, light traffice FROM Ken Lindstrom
San Francisco reunion special for aviator FROM Ray Murphy
Branson rolls out welcome for vets FROM "Mik" Mikulan
The Presidio, Crissy revisited at reunion FROM Jack Salm
Fort Rucker ski team uused Chinook for tow FROM Bob Wetherbie
VHPA War Story contest to be initiated at reunion FROM Jim Fulbrook
TAPS:
Benny James Archuleta - John Bednarz - Frederick J. Carll - Bill Dvorak - John G. Foley - Ken Kinne - Henry L. Kunkel - Frank W. Nadeau Jr. - Richard James Prosser - Bruce A. Ruks - Robert G. Sleeth - Edward Alvin Stewart - Richard Dale Tierney
REUNION:
Washington, DC, meeting starting to take shape BY Dave Rittman, Joe Bilitzke, and Dana Young
Survey Helps VHPA plan reunion
REPORTS:
KIA statistics BY Gary Roush
VHPA members a diverse, influential group BY Gary Roush
VHPA briefs
FEATURES:
Jolly Green rescue in Vietnam was 37th ARRS's finest hour BY John R. Weimer
Crew flies Huey to Texas after 15 years in storage BY Alexander J. Colligan
Remembering events can be challenging, spotty BY Jack Salm
H-34, briefly in Army inventory, was fun to fly BY Jack Salm
Volume: 23
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2005
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610717
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Sheuerman
LETTERS:
Veterans should salute U.S. flag FROM Vernon B. Lewis
Presidential pilot seeks warrant officer copilots FROM Gene T. Boyer
Photo shows pilots at armament school FROM Rodney Woods
Families of fallen welcome at reunion FROM Julie Kink
Australian TV program looking for U.S. pilot FROM Jessica Brown
Helicopter crew buried 35 years after mission FROM Lynette Bell
Daughter of IP collecting letters from former student FROM Karen Green
Unique ARA mission supported young smokers FROM Jim Ford
Brazilian journalist would like interview FROM Adriana Maximiliano
Guys on the ground think highly of pilots FROM Jay Brown
TAPS:
James L. Beasey Jr. - Fred H. Caylor Sr. - Malcolm Robert Doremus - Robert N. Gedzun - Alden Leister - Gary Lindemann - Michael Daniel Medeiros - Michael J. Novosel - Michael A. Radonovich - Kenneth Earle Tompkins - Alex Vieglais
VHPA BRIEFS:
Member pledges $10,000 to fund BY Mike Sheuerman
VHPA memorial scholarship BY Tom Payne
New member search BY Gary Roush
Membership directory cd
REUNION:
Number of attendees swelling for Washington BY Dave Rittman, Joe Bilitzke, and Dana Young
Schedule of activities at a glance
Fireworks show moves to Washington Mall area BY Joe Bilizke, Dave Rittman, and Dana Young
FEATURES:
Pleiku 6 - Wedding in Bankok sets off chain reaction BY Mike Scheuerman
Volume: 24
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2006
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Sheuerman
LETTERS:
Veterans should salute U.S. flag FROM Vernon B. Lewis
Presidential pilot seeks warrant officer copilots FROM Gene T. Boyer
Photo shows pilots at armament school FROM Rodney Woods
Families of fallen welcome at reunion FROM Julie Kink
Australian TV program looking for U.S. pilot FROM Jessica Brown
Helicopter crew buried 35 years after mission FROM Lynette Bell
Daughter of IP collecting letters from former student FROM Karen Green
Unique ARA mission supported young smokers FROM Jim Ford
Brazilian journalist would like interview FROM Adriana Maximiliano
Guys on the ground think highly of pilots FROM Jay Brown
TAPS:
James L. Beasey Jr. - Fred H. Caylor Sr. - Malcolm Robert Doremus - Robert N. Gedzun - Alden Leister - Gary Lindemann - Michael Daniel Medeiros - Michael J. Novosel - Michael A. Radonovich - Kenneth Earle Tompkins - Alex Vieglais
VHPA BRIEFS:
Member pledges $10,000 to fund BY Mike Sheuerman
VHPA memorial scholarship BY Tom Payne
New member search BY Gary Roush
Membership directory cd
REUNION:
Number of attendees swelling for Washington BY Dave Rittman, Joe Bilitzke, and Dana Young
Schedule of activities at a glance
Fireworks show moves to Washington Mall area BY Joe Bilizke, Dave Rittman, and Dana Young
FEATURES:
Pleiku 6 - Wedding in Bankok sets off chain reaction BY Mike Scheuerman
Volume: 24
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2006
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610718
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Sheuerman
LETTERS:
Vietnam helicopter pilot on Iraq tour FROM Michael O'Neil
Flight school class reunion a success FROM Ed Duke
Letter describes rest of the mission FROM David "Davy" Crockett
College scholarship named after pilot FROM Heather Bartol
Family friend seeks pilot's class photo FROM Wilma Sikes
Writer nominates LZ as highest in Vietnam FROM Andrew Belmont
Two other fire firebases higher FROM Mike Pate
LZ Airborne higher FROM Edward C. Ragan II
TAPS:
Curt Gaskins - James Charles "Goldie" Goldthorpe - John "Jack" V. Ohnstad - Howard Wiggs
REPORTS:
Membership directory available on cd BY Gary Roush
Growth - we all can help increase, retain members BY Dana Young
Scholarships - funds increasing dramatically to match donation BY Mike Sheuerman
Sheuerman, Roush initiate recruiting technique BY Dana Young
Management of administrative support contract
Email addresses BY Mike Sheuerman
BOOK REVIEW:
The Battle of An Loc BY Mike Wheeler
REUNION:
VHPA reunion SOP and hotel policy
Vet center booth open at reunion BY Rich Buzen
Numbers may top previous record, room for more BY Joe Bilitzke, Dana Young, and Dave Rittman
Reunion features forum, war story contest BY Jim Fulbrook
Schedule of events
WOC Chorus to perform at museum on July 4 BY Mike Roulier
Details about July 4 Parade through Washington BY Gil Ferrey
FEATURES:
Pleiku 6 BY Mike Sheuerman
Four letter word has new meaning since flight BY Jack Salm
Volume: 24
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2006
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Sheuerman
LETTERS:
Vietnam helicopter pilot on Iraq tour FROM Michael O'Neil
Flight school class reunion a success FROM Ed Duke
Letter describes rest of the mission FROM David "Davy" Crockett
College scholarship named after pilot FROM Heather Bartol
Family friend seeks pilot's class photo FROM Wilma Sikes
Writer nominates LZ as highest in Vietnam FROM Andrew Belmont
Two other fire firebases higher FROM Mike Pate
LZ Airborne higher FROM Edward C. Ragan II
TAPS:
Curt Gaskins - James Charles "Goldie" Goldthorpe - John "Jack" V. Ohnstad - Howard Wiggs
REPORTS:
Membership directory available on cd BY Gary Roush
Growth - we all can help increase, retain members BY Dana Young
Scholarships - funds increasing dramatically to match donation BY Mike Sheuerman
Sheuerman, Roush initiate recruiting technique BY Dana Young
Management of administrative support contract
Email addresses BY Mike Sheuerman
BOOK REVIEW:
The Battle of An Loc BY Mike Wheeler
REUNION:
VHPA reunion SOP and hotel policy
Vet center booth open at reunion BY Rich Buzen
Numbers may top previous record, room for more BY Joe Bilitzke, Dana Young, and Dave Rittman
Reunion features forum, war story contest BY Jim Fulbrook
Schedule of events
WOC Chorus to perform at museum on July 4 BY Mike Roulier
Details about July 4 Parade through Washington BY Gil Ferrey
FEATURES:
Pleiku 6 BY Mike Sheuerman
Four letter word has new meaning since flight BY Jack Salm
Volume: 24
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2006
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610721
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Angelo Spelios
EC solicits comments on reunions BY Jack Salm
LETTERS:
Pilots asks reunion timeframe study FROM T.L. Pearcy Sr.
Remaking WOC chorus songs would be terrific FROM Jim Messinger
Westy was a great help getting me into Cobras FROM Mike Sheuerman
Membership directory shows up on E-Bay FROM Gary Roush
Source of Cobra name a continuing mystery FROM Greg Smith
Writer seeks insignia, for Hornets, Lancers FROM Bryan L. Webb
TAPS:
Thomas W. Blalock - Fred H. Caylor Sr. - Lawrence E. Corser Jr. - Norman "Wes" Ford - James Edward Gauze - Jess Gossage - Richard Robert "Dick" Hatton Jr. - Lonnie T. "Howie" Howard - Lawrence M. King - Ken McGarity - John Anthony Nasche - Raymond T. Nutter - Gerald R. "Jerry" Worthington
REUNION:
VHPA offering new reunion refund guarantee BY Angelo Spelios
Internet registration system opens for Phoeniz BY Dana Young
Phoenix reunion schedule
Make certain email address is up to date BY Gary Roush and Charles Holley
War stories, presentations planned
FEATURES:
Writer recalls sound of Huey's blades in Vietnam BY Terry Dickson
Pleiku 6 - pilot asks for correction about his status in series BY Mike Sheuerman
Stole valor - Housr OKs tougher punishment for imposters BY Leo Shane III
Scholarship seminar planned in Phoenix
Volume: 25
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2007
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 14 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Angelo Spelios
EC solicits comments on reunions BY Jack Salm
LETTERS:
Pilots asks reunion timeframe study FROM T.L. Pearcy Sr.
Remaking WOC chorus songs would be terrific FROM Jim Messinger
Westy was a great help getting me into Cobras FROM Mike Sheuerman
Membership directory shows up on E-Bay FROM Gary Roush
Source of Cobra name a continuing mystery FROM Greg Smith
Writer seeks insignia, for Hornets, Lancers FROM Bryan L. Webb
TAPS:
Thomas W. Blalock - Fred H. Caylor Sr. - Lawrence E. Corser Jr. - Norman "Wes" Ford - James Edward Gauze - Jess Gossage - Richard Robert "Dick" Hatton Jr. - Lonnie T. "Howie" Howard - Lawrence M. King - Ken McGarity - John Anthony Nasche - Raymond T. Nutter - Gerald R. "Jerry" Worthington
REUNION:
VHPA offering new reunion refund guarantee BY Angelo Spelios
Internet registration system opens for Phoeniz BY Dana Young
Phoenix reunion schedule
Make certain email address is up to date BY Gary Roush and Charles Holley
War stories, presentations planned
FEATURES:
Writer recalls sound of Huey's blades in Vietnam BY Terry Dickson
Pleiku 6 - pilot asks for correction about his status in series BY Mike Sheuerman
Stole valor - Housr OKs tougher punishment for imposters BY Leo Shane III
Scholarship seminar planned in Phoenix
Volume: 25
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2007
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 14 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610723
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Angelo Spelios
Poker anyone? BY Jack Salm
LETTERS:
After 40 years, wife connects with pilots FROM Chuck Oualline
Son seeking friends, photos of father FROM Robert M. Bozek
Membership chairman helps old friends meet FROM Mike Sheuerman
Pilot enjoys reunions, but Phoenix 'spendy' FROM George and Barbara Shields
POW/MIA command seeks Vietnam photos FROM Brian DeSantis
Letter about VA benefits should not have been run FROM Andrew Belmont
TAPS:
Keith Crisman - Lucien R. Garneau - Thomas Joel Glenn - Gordy Hine - John Sattler Kennedy - Odious D. Knight - Harvey Curtis McCoy - Michael E. Staggs - James Don Warren Sr.
REPORTS:
CD version of directory popular BY Gary Roush
How does your age compare to other members? BY Gary Roush
REUNION:
Another memorable VHPA event begins in July BY Dana Young
Dr. Francis Latimore to lead Women's Seminar BY Rich Buzen
Phoenix reunion schedule
FEATURES:
Young Warrant officers graduate from flight school BY David Adams
Chinook makes 0/0 medevac from top of mountain BY Gary Roush
Event triggers Vietnam 'flashback' BY Warren "Willy Pudd" Willis
VHPA BRIEFS:
Online dues payment operational
Please contact HQ early BY Angelo Spelios
Online membership renewal BY Mike Sheuerman
Calendars available at reunion BY Mike Law
Volume: 25
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2007
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 14 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Angelo Spelios
Poker anyone? BY Jack Salm
LETTERS:
After 40 years, wife connects with pilots FROM Chuck Oualline
Son seeking friends, photos of father FROM Robert M. Bozek
Membership chairman helps old friends meet FROM Mike Sheuerman
Pilot enjoys reunions, but Phoenix 'spendy' FROM George and Barbara Shields
POW/MIA command seeks Vietnam photos FROM Brian DeSantis
Letter about VA benefits should not have been run FROM Andrew Belmont
TAPS:
Keith Crisman - Lucien R. Garneau - Thomas Joel Glenn - Gordy Hine - John Sattler Kennedy - Odious D. Knight - Harvey Curtis McCoy - Michael E. Staggs - James Don Warren Sr.
REPORTS:
CD version of directory popular BY Gary Roush
How does your age compare to other members? BY Gary Roush
REUNION:
Another memorable VHPA event begins in July BY Dana Young
Dr. Francis Latimore to lead Women's Seminar BY Rich Buzen
Phoenix reunion schedule
FEATURES:
Young Warrant officers graduate from flight school BY David Adams
Chinook makes 0/0 medevac from top of mountain BY Gary Roush
Event triggers Vietnam 'flashback' BY Warren "Willy Pudd" Willis
VHPA BRIEFS:
Online dues payment operational
Please contact HQ early BY Angelo Spelios
Online membership renewal BY Mike Sheuerman
Calendars available at reunion BY Mike Law
Volume: 25
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2007
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 14 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610724
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Whitten
LETTERS:
Drivers praise helicopter pilots FROM James Henderson
Articles about benefits belong in The Aviator FROM Frank H. Hichens
Tracing family tree can be enlightening FROM R.M. "Mike" Jackson
Reduce reunion expenses, change date to spring, fall FROM John Parker
Former Vietnam 'Headhunter' flies in Iraq FROM Chuck Adkinson
Aviator, Loach, get back together FROM Curt Knapp
Looking for pictures of Richard F. McCoy Jr. FROM Gary Roush
Organization shows support for troops FROM Quinn N. Sowell
Many Vietnam pilots never got medals FROM Barry Grimm
TAPS:
LeRoy B. Applegate - Richard Edwin Glasgow - Robert Alan "Bob" Konopka - Charles "Charlie" J. Rains - Gregory A. Sedgwick - Daniel E. "Shifty" Shifflet - Charles S. Wingate
REPORTS:
War Story DVD is great BY Gary Roush
VHPA scholarship fund increases BY Mike Sheuerman
Directory - three versions offered to members this year BY Gary Roush
Interested in starting a chapter: Here's how BY Jack Salm
Class 66-11 Green Hats hold event in San Antonio BY Terry Price
REUNION:
Many members at Phoenix first-time attendees BY Dana Young
Survey results indicate many members plan to attend 2008 reunion BY Dana Young
Poker tournament a success BY Jack Salm
Welcome back, chapters BY Jack Salm
Minutement share call sign BY Ken Fritz
Book Review:
American Warrior aptly titled book about Vietnam BY Mike Sheuerman
Blue Max - Missions and Memories a great read BY Tom Payne
FEATURES:
1st Cavalry's ARA saves the day before VC attack BY Jim Ford
March 18 - date remains etched in Air America pilot's memory BY Ben Van Etten
Crew chief restores Huey BY Bill Jeczalik
Small world BY Bill Moline
Heaven or hell BY Jack Salm
Volume: 25
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2007
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 19 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Whitten
LETTERS:
Drivers praise helicopter pilots FROM James Henderson
Articles about benefits belong in The Aviator FROM Frank H. Hichens
Tracing family tree can be enlightening FROM R.M. "Mike" Jackson
Reduce reunion expenses, change date to spring, fall FROM John Parker
Former Vietnam 'Headhunter' flies in Iraq FROM Chuck Adkinson
Aviator, Loach, get back together FROM Curt Knapp
Looking for pictures of Richard F. McCoy Jr. FROM Gary Roush
Organization shows support for troops FROM Quinn N. Sowell
Many Vietnam pilots never got medals FROM Barry Grimm
TAPS:
LeRoy B. Applegate - Richard Edwin Glasgow - Robert Alan "Bob" Konopka - Charles "Charlie" J. Rains - Gregory A. Sedgwick - Daniel E. "Shifty" Shifflet - Charles S. Wingate
REPORTS:
War Story DVD is great BY Gary Roush
VHPA scholarship fund increases BY Mike Sheuerman
Directory - three versions offered to members this year BY Gary Roush
Interested in starting a chapter: Here's how BY Jack Salm
Class 66-11 Green Hats hold event in San Antonio BY Terry Price
REUNION:
Many members at Phoenix first-time attendees BY Dana Young
Survey results indicate many members plan to attend 2008 reunion BY Dana Young
Poker tournament a success BY Jack Salm
Welcome back, chapters BY Jack Salm
Minutement share call sign BY Ken Fritz
Book Review:
American Warrior aptly titled book about Vietnam BY Mike Sheuerman
Blue Max - Missions and Memories a great read BY Tom Payne
FEATURES:
1st Cavalry's ARA saves the day before VC attack BY Jim Ford
March 18 - date remains etched in Air America pilot's memory BY Ben Van Etten
Crew chief restores Huey BY Bill Jeczalik
Small world BY Bill Moline
Heaven or hell BY Jack Salm
Volume: 25
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2007
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 19 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610725
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Whitten
LETTERS:
Former Army nurse seeks Dustoff crew FROM Maureen Robinson
Army pilot locates Navy rescue pilot FROM H.H. Rick Roll
VHPA wife loses camera at reunion FROM Margo Lurvey
Landing on Riverine boat good practice FROM Dale J. Moore
Vietnam helicopter pilot flies missions from Kuwait FROM George Crawford
Veteran helping friend receive overdue Air Medal FROM Herbert G. Gotshall
Being a Vietnam vet pays off for fast pilot FROM Mike Sheuerman
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES:
Washington State Chapter BY Chris Farwell
Ohio River LZ Chapter
Rocky Mountain Chapter BY Ed Fickes
TAPS:
Charles Canedy - Brian Edward Dunloy - Eric "Gus" Jowers - Robert M. Reuter
REPORTS:
Membership directory now available online BY Gary Roush
Vietname helicopter pilots inducted in ceremony BY Bob Fladry
Membership directory CD BY Gary Roush
VHPA History Book update
Three students receive help from VHPA, AAAA
First memorial bricks laid FROM Edward T. Luttenberger
REUNIONS:
Observations about Phoenix, San Antonio event BY Dana Young
FEATURES:
Plan to restore helicopter brings backs memories BY Walt Ledbetter
Information about tours available BY Gary Roush
Warrant officer took direct hit BY Barry Grimm
Miracle? BY Bernardo S. Paez
Exercises BY Jack Salm
Volume: 25
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2007
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 14 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Whitten
LETTERS:
Former Army nurse seeks Dustoff crew FROM Maureen Robinson
Army pilot locates Navy rescue pilot FROM H.H. Rick Roll
VHPA wife loses camera at reunion FROM Margo Lurvey
Landing on Riverine boat good practice FROM Dale J. Moore
Vietnam helicopter pilot flies missions from Kuwait FROM George Crawford
Veteran helping friend receive overdue Air Medal FROM Herbert G. Gotshall
Being a Vietnam vet pays off for fast pilot FROM Mike Sheuerman
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES:
Washington State Chapter BY Chris Farwell
Ohio River LZ Chapter
Rocky Mountain Chapter BY Ed Fickes
TAPS:
Charles Canedy - Brian Edward Dunloy - Eric "Gus" Jowers - Robert M. Reuter
REPORTS:
Membership directory now available online BY Gary Roush
Vietname helicopter pilots inducted in ceremony BY Bob Fladry
Membership directory CD BY Gary Roush
VHPA History Book update
Three students receive help from VHPA, AAAA
First memorial bricks laid FROM Edward T. Luttenberger
REUNIONS:
Observations about Phoenix, San Antonio event BY Dana Young
FEATURES:
Plan to restore helicopter brings backs memories BY Walt Ledbetter
Information about tours available BY Gary Roush
Warrant officer took direct hit BY Barry Grimm
Miracle? BY Bernardo S. Paez
Exercises BY Jack Salm
Volume: 25
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2007
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 14 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610727
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Whitten
LETTERS:
Enemy fire kills pilot in gunship FROM John "Jack" Michaels
Small bone to pick FROM Gary D. Johnson
DFC Society honors aviators FROM Rodger McAlister
Story about George Marcotte FROM Anthony Kernagis
New member knew about VHPA FROM W. Gary Moore
Good job on survey FROM T.L. Pearcy Sr.
Soldier costs lives FROM Carl Unlaub
Vietnam veteran appearance FROM Rick Williams
TAPS:
Keith J. Bauer - David Lee Caldon - Charles M. Clapp - Alan J. Fry - Edward J. Massey - Chadwick C. Payne - Willard Gary Rusk - Stephen Patton Shepherd - Frank Leon Sweet - Douglas D. Trump - Albert Rhea Woodruff
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES:
Rocky Mountain Chapter BY Ed Fickes
North Carolina Chapter BY J.D. Lawson
California North Chapter BY Ken Fritz
Mid South Chapter BY Chris Horton
Southern California Chapter BY Ed Holguin
Georgia Chapter BY Bill Stanley
REPORTS:
Now is the time for assistance from funds BY Mike Sheuerman
Membership directory on CD
FEATURES:
Helicopter pilot to be enshrined as aviation great BY Brent Hunt
REUNION:
Fewer than 4 months remain until 2008 get-together BY Dana Young
Seminars BY Rich Buzen
Detailed schedule of activities
FEATURES:
Four helicopters.... one mission BY Shane Meder
A good case of CRS BY Dana Johndro
Helicopter pilot risked his life to save soldiers BY Fred L. Borch and Robert F. Dorr
The "unofficial" members motorcycle ride (VIII) BY Dennis DeWine
Volume: 26
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2008
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 18 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Whitten
LETTERS:
Enemy fire kills pilot in gunship FROM John "Jack" Michaels
Small bone to pick FROM Gary D. Johnson
DFC Society honors aviators FROM Rodger McAlister
Story about George Marcotte FROM Anthony Kernagis
New member knew about VHPA FROM W. Gary Moore
Good job on survey FROM T.L. Pearcy Sr.
Soldier costs lives FROM Carl Unlaub
Vietnam veteran appearance FROM Rick Williams
TAPS:
Keith J. Bauer - David Lee Caldon - Charles M. Clapp - Alan J. Fry - Edward J. Massey - Chadwick C. Payne - Willard Gary Rusk - Stephen Patton Shepherd - Frank Leon Sweet - Douglas D. Trump - Albert Rhea Woodruff
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES:
Rocky Mountain Chapter BY Ed Fickes
North Carolina Chapter BY J.D. Lawson
California North Chapter BY Ken Fritz
Mid South Chapter BY Chris Horton
Southern California Chapter BY Ed Holguin
Georgia Chapter BY Bill Stanley
REPORTS:
Now is the time for assistance from funds BY Mike Sheuerman
Membership directory on CD
FEATURES:
Helicopter pilot to be enshrined as aviation great BY Brent Hunt
REUNION:
Fewer than 4 months remain until 2008 get-together BY Dana Young
Seminars BY Rich Buzen
Detailed schedule of activities
FEATURES:
Four helicopters.... one mission BY Shane Meder
A good case of CRS BY Dana Johndro
Helicopter pilot risked his life to save soldiers BY Fred L. Borch and Robert F. Dorr
The "unofficial" members motorcycle ride (VIII) BY Dennis DeWine
Volume: 26
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2008
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 18 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2241Newsletter610838
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[Number of Pages: 28]FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Ken Fritz
LETTERS:
Seeking Capt. David N. Head FROM Robert A. Coleman
Seeking Gary Daniels From David Clemmer
Pilot's remains return home after 22 years FROM John R. Becker
Warrant officer wounded by nail in his flying boot FROM Charles E. Qualline
Pilot fails to teach first student to land FROM Tom Johnson
Who sells poster entitled 'God created the Huey?' FROM Ronald C. Gibes
Serviceman seeks pilots who served with father FROM David C. Woods
'North Flag' patch shows a flag that depicts north FROM Roger C. Baker
Two pilots trying to find former field grade WOC FROM Russ Boyd "Boy Wonder"
Belonging to the VHPA an honor for special few FROM D.E. Scott
California veteran plates come with VHPA decals FROM Ben Prieb
Photo shows 1963 UH-1B medevac FROM George Reese
FEATURES:
In Touch matches vets, KIA families BY Jim Schueckler
Holidays, snow delay newsletter BY Jack Swickard
Unit patch project archive tops 250 items BY Jay Riseden
Pilots, crews can help write history BY Gary Roush
VHCMA notes BY John H. Hastings
Wine-tasting a high point of reunion BY Ross McCoy
The first CH-46D loss in Vietnam BY Mike Law
The first CH-47 loss in Vietnam BY Gary Lozier
Airborne citation raises a question BY Tom Eitel
Computer net continues to grow BY Mel Canon
TAPS:
George Thomas Crowell Jr. - Michael F. Patterson
Volume: 13
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: February/March 1996
Collection: John C. Williams Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Apr 2017 [Updated: 29 Jan 2018]
Danger Forward: The Magazine of the Big Red One, Vietnam (U.S. Army, First Infantry Division) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610921
[Number of Pages: 36]
In The Beginning 2
Fiver Years In Vietnam 6
Battle Map 22
Helping The Vietnamese 24
R and R Sites 34
Emtertaining The BRO 38
Medal Of Honor Winners 42
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: Spring 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 19 Jun 2018]
In The Beginning 2
Fiver Years In Vietnam 6
Battle Map 22
Helping The Vietnamese 24
R and R Sites 34
Emtertaining The BRO 38
Medal Of Honor Winners 42
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: Spring 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 19 Jun 2018]
Octofoil (9th Infantry Division) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610924
[Number of Pages: 48]
"We've Damaged The VC Severely" 3
Mekong Delta After Two Years 6
Gang-tackling The VC 12
Shooting The Donut 16
Snipers 18
Health Is An Olive Drab Ambulance 22
Where There's Life, There's Hope 23
The Celluloid Soldiers 27
The Life Serpent 32
The First Stop 36
Donut Dollies 42
A Pleasure, Not A Duty 47
Letters to the Editor 2
Research and Development 35
Octofoil Notes 41
Volume: 2
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February/March 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 28 Mar 2025]
"We've Damaged The VC Severely" 3
Mekong Delta After Two Years 6
Gang-tackling The VC 12
Shooting The Donut 16
Snipers 18
Health Is An Olive Drab Ambulance 22
Where There's Life, There's Hope 23
The Celluloid Soldiers 27
The Life Serpent 32
The First Stop 36
Donut Dollies 42
A Pleasure, Not A Duty 47
Letters to the Editor 2
Research and Development 35
Octofoil Notes 41
Volume: 2
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February/March 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 28 Mar 2025]
Rendezvous with Destiny (101st Airborne Division) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610926
[Number of Pages: 32]
Le Van Than, Province Chief 2
People's Self Defense Forces 8
The Street Without Joy 12
Hue University 16
Screaming Eagle Vietnam Diary 20
Eagle Eyes 21
Task Force 3/506 22
2/17 Cavalry 24
Ayutthaya- A Bangkok R and R 27
Kit Carson Scouts 30
Item Creation Date: Spring 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 19 Jun 2018]
Le Van Than, Province Chief 2
People's Self Defense Forces 8
The Street Without Joy 12
Hue University 16
Screaming Eagle Vietnam Diary 20
Eagle Eyes 21
Task Force 3/506 22
2/17 Cavalry 24
Ayutthaya- A Bangkok R and R 27
Kit Carson Scouts 30
Item Creation Date: Spring 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 19 Jun 2018]
The Hurricane (16th Public Information Detachment, II Field Force Vietnam) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610929
[Number of Pages: 33]
2 Anniversary Report
10 Door Gunner
13 A War In The Round
16 Cities OF II Corps
25 Elementary Education
28 Hurricane Briefs
30 Dalat Military Academy
33 Dong Tien
36 LRPs From Indiana
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: November 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 20 Jun 2018]
2 Anniversary Report
10 Door Gunner
13 A War In The Round
16 Cities OF II Corps
25 Elementary Education
28 Hurricane Briefs
30 Dalat Military Academy
33 Dong Tien
36 LRPs From Indiana
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: November 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 20 Jun 2018]
The Hurricane (16th Public Information Detachment, II Field Force Vietnam) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610930
[Number of Pages: 35]
2 Everyman's Religion
9 Supersabre
13 Infrastructure
16 Delta Cities
25 Vietnamese Customs
29 Racetrack
32 Hurricane Briefs
34 Civic Action From The Philippines
37 The Costly Twelve Days
38 Bridge Defenses
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: December 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 20 Jun 2018]
2 Everyman's Religion
9 Supersabre
13 Infrastructure
16 Delta Cities
25 Vietnamese Customs
29 Racetrack
32 Hurricane Briefs
34 Civic Action From The Philippines
37 The Costly Twelve Days
38 Bridge Defenses
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: December 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 20 Jun 2018]
Avian 34 (34th General Support Group) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610903
[Number of Pages: 40]
Cayuse Gets a New Pair of Shoes 2
Data Processing Centre 5
AARTS 7
Pipesmoke 8
Religions of Vietnam 11
1913 Aviator Badge 12
The Mohawk 13
Your Career Counselor 15
Civic Actions 16
Their Thing in Vietnam 18
Bangkok 27
Did You Know? 30
Education 30
Tailboom Rebuild 31
New Hangar 32
Sword Sharpensers 33
Photo Tips 36
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: August 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 16 Oct 2017 [Updated: 13 Jun 2018]
Cayuse Gets a New Pair of Shoes 2
Data Processing Centre 5
AARTS 7
Pipesmoke 8
Religions of Vietnam 11
1913 Aviator Badge 12
The Mohawk 13
Your Career Counselor 15
Civic Actions 16
Their Thing in Vietnam 18
Bangkok 27
Did You Know? 30
Education 30
Tailboom Rebuild 31
New Hangar 32
Sword Sharpensers 33
Photo Tips 36
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: August 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 16 Oct 2017 [Updated: 13 Jun 2018]
Esprit (Fourth Infantry Division, Information Office) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610919
[Number of Pages: 35]
Three Years: An Epic Of Esprit
A Driver's Look At Road Security 7
Unsung Heroes Case No. 1 10
My Steel Pot by henri gibsen 12
Citadel Of Freedom 13
A Glimpse At Ourselves 16
Truly Professionals 18
Where Are They Now? 22
His Brothers' Keeper 23
The Minibrutes 26
Thanks, Guys 28
Division Two-Timers 29
Anniversary Message 32
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: Fall 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 Oct 2017 [Updated: 05 Jul 2018]
Three Years: An Epic Of Esprit
A Driver's Look At Road Security 7
Unsung Heroes Case No. 1 10
My Steel Pot by henri gibsen 12
Citadel Of Freedom 13
A Glimpse At Ourselves 16
Truly Professionals 18
Where Are They Now? 22
His Brothers' Keeper 23
The Minibrutes 26
Thanks, Guys 28
Division Two-Timers 29
Anniversary Message 32
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: Fall 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 Oct 2017 [Updated: 05 Jul 2018]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 1932Newsletter611127
[Number of Pages: 20]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
LETTERS:
Seeking information on CWO Earl Palmer or CWO Vernon Albert FROM Burr Rubey
Seeking John Siarra FROM George A. Smith
Firebucket mission started by 'Geronimos' FROM Billy Hampton
War library being assembled behind bars FROM James V. Supino
Greenhalgh steps down as chairman FROM Bill Greenhalgh
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
TAPS:
Burt Allen Jr. - Carl C. Gates
REUNIONS:
101st Airborne Division (Airmobile) BY Richard W. "Rick" Freeman
2/17 Cavalry BY Robert L. "Bob" Acklen Jr.
Class 64-2W BY Pat McLarney
It's time to make hotel reservations BY Ralph Harvey
Overflow hotels booked for reunion
Schedeule of events for VHPA Reunion '94
Vendors should contact Fritz about Pennsylvania taxes
FEATURES:
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
Questionnaires mailed to former members BY Jack Glennon
Same war; different aircraft flown BY Earl C. Doty
VHPA for pilots from all branches BY Mike Law
Mission finished 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
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: 26 Jan 2018 [Updated: 26 Jan 2018]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
LETTERS:
Seeking information on CWO Earl Palmer or CWO Vernon Albert FROM Burr Rubey
Seeking John Siarra FROM George A. Smith
Firebucket mission started by 'Geronimos' FROM Billy Hampton
War library being assembled behind bars FROM James V. Supino
Greenhalgh steps down as chairman FROM Bill Greenhalgh
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
TAPS:
Burt Allen Jr. - Carl C. Gates
REUNIONS:
101st Airborne Division (Airmobile) BY Richard W. "Rick" Freeman
2/17 Cavalry BY Robert L. "Bob" Acklen Jr.
Class 64-2W BY Pat McLarney
It's time to make hotel reservations BY Ralph Harvey
Overflow hotels booked for reunion
Schedeule of events for VHPA Reunion '94
Vendors should contact Fritz about Pennsylvania taxes
FEATURES:
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
Questionnaires mailed to former members BY Jack Glennon
Same war; different aircraft flown BY Earl C. Doty
VHPA for pilots from all branches BY Mike Law
Mission finished 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
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: 26 Jan 2018 [Updated: 26 Jan 2018]
NATOPS Pilot's Checklist - Chief of Naval Operations
Document Item Number: 28300103001
[Number of Pages: 106]
Item Creation Date: 1 February 1969
Collection: Noel L. (Mike) Hammer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 14 Sep 2018 [Updated: 19 Sep 2018]
Item Creation Date: 1 February 1969
Collection: Noel L. (Mike) Hammer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 14 Sep 2018 [Updated: 19 Sep 2018]
NATOPS Pilot Pocket Checklist with Annotations - Chief of Naval Operations
Document Item Number: 28300104001
[Number of Pages: 86]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Noel L. (Mike) Hammer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 14 Sep 2018 [Updated: 19 Sep 2018]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Noel L. (Mike) Hammer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 14 Sep 2018 [Updated: 19 Sep 2018]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610607
[Number of Pages: 8]
FROM THE EDITOR BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
Carried away! FROM James Sanford
More on no pilot doors FROM Bob Risner
Looking for old friends FROM Tom Koenig
Class rosters FROM Wayne R. Alexander
Scharp update FROM Bob Scharp
Info request FROM John L. Keller
Calling all "Vikings" FROM Robert "Hal" Duensing
Unit call signs FROM Larry Feonard
Wheels? FROM Jack Smith
Downsized FROM Ronald Nelson
Ah! the good life FROM Charlie Prather
Oh no! we blew it FROM Jack Agnew
Vietnam's Heroes
New Members
MEMBER NEWS:
Cary Shelton
Dave Grieger
BOOK REVIEW:
To Bear Any Burden BY Tom Garcia
1986 Reunion
1985 directory
Upcoming events
Change of address
VHPA financial statement
Change of address
Help! help! help! BY Mike McDonald
REUNION:
Reunion '85 BY Mike McDonald
Item Creation Date: May 1985
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 31 Aug 2017]
FROM THE EDITOR BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
Carried away! FROM James Sanford
More on no pilot doors FROM Bob Risner
Looking for old friends FROM Tom Koenig
Class rosters FROM Wayne R. Alexander
Scharp update FROM Bob Scharp
Info request FROM John L. Keller
Calling all "Vikings" FROM Robert "Hal" Duensing
Unit call signs FROM Larry Feonard
Wheels? FROM Jack Smith
Downsized FROM Ronald Nelson
Ah! the good life FROM Charlie Prather
Oh no! we blew it FROM Jack Agnew
Vietnam's Heroes
New Members
MEMBER NEWS:
Cary Shelton
Dave Grieger
BOOK REVIEW:
To Bear Any Burden BY Tom Garcia
1986 Reunion
1985 directory
Upcoming events
Change of address
VHPA financial statement
Change of address
Help! help! help! BY Mike McDonald
REUNION:
Reunion '85 BY Mike McDonald
Item Creation Date: May 1985
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 31 Aug 2017]
Operational Report and Lessons Learned, Headquarters 101st Airborne Division - Department of the Army
Document Item Number: 30100147001
[Number of Pages: 119]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 11 Jan 2021 [Updated: 11 Jan 2021]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 11 Jan 2021 [Updated: 11 Jan 2021]
1st Aviation Brigade Commanders Conference Song Contest - Paper
Document Item Number: 31600101002
[Number of Pages: 28]
Item Creation Date: 21 June 2016
Collection: Martin F. Heuer Collection
Association: 174th Assault Helicopter Company Association
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Added: 27 Sep 2021 [Updated: 06 Oct 2021]
Item Creation Date: 21 June 2016
Collection: Martin F. Heuer Collection
Association: 174th Assault Helicopter Company Association
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Added: 27 Sep 2021 [Updated: 06 Oct 2021]
The FWC-VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 999Newsletter595226
[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: September 2014
Collection: Vietnam Center Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 09 Jun 2015 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
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: September 2014
Collection: Vietnam Center Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 09 Jun 2015 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The FWC-VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 999Newsletter595186
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
LETTERS:
Contact group asks: Take another look FROM Julie Kink
Mason oldest aviator when he retired in July FROM Derek Mason
People still remember 1995 Parkville Parade FROM Barbara Lance
Pilot helping family of KIA get information FROM Jonh J. Jewett
Scholarship Fund shares in profit from book sales FROM Tom Payne
New VHPA found during mailing FROM J. Brieske
TAPS:
Steven R. Erickson - Charles "Chuck" Getchell - Robert L. Hamilton - Jim Hart - Gary Bill Hayes - John D. Jankowski - Marvin Lee Marchman - George Donald Pfromm - Clarence H. "Clancy" Woliver
BOOK REVIEW:
Thunderbird Lounge a story of war BY Maj.Gen.Robert J. Brandt
BRIEFS:
118th Assault Helicopter Company
4th Infantry Division
Seeking Information
REUNION:
Reunion begins with rock'n'roll act BY Joe Bilitzke
Reunion events
Reunion could be the largest ever
Motorcycle rides planned at reunion BY Ken Lindstrom
Reunion refund information
Sheuerman named chapter liaison BY Mike Sheuerman
Staying up to date: VHPA forms Technology Steering Committee BY Chales Holley
Spotter sees boxes scattered in area BY Ron Leonard
Council attempting to stay in touch BY Your Executive Council.
Volume: 20
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: June 2015
Collection: Vietnam Center Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 09 Jun 2015 [Updated: 08 May 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
LETTERS:
Contact group asks: Take another look FROM Julie Kink
Mason oldest aviator when he retired in July FROM Derek Mason
People still remember 1995 Parkville Parade FROM Barbara Lance
Pilot helping family of KIA get information FROM Jonh J. Jewett
Scholarship Fund shares in profit from book sales FROM Tom Payne
New VHPA found during mailing FROM J. Brieske
TAPS:
Steven R. Erickson - Charles "Chuck" Getchell - Robert L. Hamilton - Jim Hart - Gary Bill Hayes - John D. Jankowski - Marvin Lee Marchman - George Donald Pfromm - Clarence H. "Clancy" Woliver
BOOK REVIEW:
Thunderbird Lounge a story of war BY Maj.Gen.Robert J. Brandt
BRIEFS:
118th Assault Helicopter Company
4th Infantry Division
Seeking Information
REUNION:
Reunion begins with rock'n'roll act BY Joe Bilitzke
Reunion events
Reunion could be the largest ever
Motorcycle rides planned at reunion BY Ken Lindstrom
Reunion refund information
Sheuerman named chapter liaison BY Mike Sheuerman
Staying up to date: VHPA forms Technology Steering Committee BY Chales Holley
Spotter sees boxes scattered in area BY Ron Leonard
Council attempting to stay in touch BY Your Executive Council.
Volume: 20
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: June 2015
Collection: Vietnam Center Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 09 Jun 2015 [Updated: 08 May 2017]
NATOPS Pilot Pocket Checklist - Chief of Naval Operations
Document Item Number: 28300106001
[Number of Pages: 113]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Noel L. (Mike) Hammer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 Sep 2018 [Updated: 25 Sep 2018]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Noel L. (Mike) Hammer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 Sep 2018 [Updated: 25 Sep 2018]
The Air Cavalry Division (1st Cavalry Division) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 1941Serial611277
Volume: 2
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: Spring 1969
Collection: Howard Burbank Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 02 Jul 2019 [Updated: 02 Jul 2019]
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: Spring 1969
Collection: Howard Burbank Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 02 Jul 2019 [Updated: 02 Jul 2019]
Into Laos - Presidio Press - Book Excerpt
Document Item Number: 30100220001
[Number of Pages: 19]
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]
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]
U.S. Personnel, Southeast Asia
Document Item Number: 30100261001
[Number of Pages: 110]
Item Creation Date: 30 October 1989
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 16 Feb 2021 [Updated: 17 Feb 2021]
Item Creation Date: 30 October 1989
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 16 Feb 2021 [Updated: 17 Feb 2021]
[Number of Pages: 38]
Item Creation Date: 1971
Collection: Loren Hall Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 26 Oct 2022 [Updated: 14 Aug 2024]
Item Creation Date: 1971
Collection: Loren Hall Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 26 Oct 2022 [Updated: 14 Aug 2024]
Scrapbook 1
Scrapbook Item Number: 3265scrapbook1698
[Number of Pages: 108]
The scrapbook depicts CW2 Bob Cormack’s Vietnam War experience as a helicopter pilot. The material in the scrapbook holds information, documents and photographs depicting the 351st Aviation Company at Wertheim, Germany, 1969-1972, mostly the Peden Barracks territory from different perspectives. The photographs include different parts of Germany: Wertheim City, Wertheim Castle, Watch Tower in the Main River, Nuremberg Red Light District, Nuremberg building, Marienberg Castle, Neuschwanstein Castle, EDOF Wertheim Airfield at Peden Barracks. Also, included are photographs of CW2 Bob Cormack on his R&R trips in France and Thailand, as well as different aerial and base shots of Vietnam: Phu Bai, Highway 1 North of Da Nang, LZ Sally, etc. In addition, there are photographs of Lt. Kathleen Weber with Bobby Cormack, as well as their wedding invitation.
The photographs depict helicopters, CW2 Bob Cormack with a OH-58A, Hohenfels Army Airforce Base, 351st Aviation Company during field exercises at Kuhlsheim, and aerial shots of Peden Barracks. There are also images of various badges produced by the 351st Aviation Company, a printout of the U.S. national anthem, CW2 Bob Cormack in Paris, France at the base of the Eiffel Tower, a U.S. Army Badge, The Deans 120th Aviation Company’s aerial shots of Vietnam, Tay Ninh City, log trucks south of Loc Ninh (poachers), Long Binh Outhouses, Sanford Army Airfield, Long Binh, CW2 Bob Cormack with a 37mm AA gun at LZ Sally, the Mekong River, Saigon, Bao Loc Vietnam Hill Country, Vung Tau, Vung Tau market, a Cyclo-Pedi-Cab, Can Tho, and Xuan Loc. There are also photographs showing different types of helicopters that have flown at Da Nang.
The scrapbook also contains the following orders from the Department of the Army: General Orders with a patch – The Distinguished Flying Cross (II Oak Leaf Cluster), Special Orders, Unit Orders, and a Degree Order for the Authorization for the Individual Foreign Award for CW2 Bobby Cormack. There are also other patches of the 351st Aviation Company, along with images of the American, South Vietnamese, and German flags, clippings regarding CW2 Bob Cormack, and a sketch of a helicopter.
The scrapbook has a blue cover with a symbol of a yellow eagle holding two arrows with its claws. It measures 12.25 inches x 13.5 inches.
Item Creation Date: 1969 - 1972
Collection: Bobby Cormack Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 May 2023 [Updated: 22 May 2025]
The scrapbook depicts CW2 Bob Cormack’s Vietnam War experience as a helicopter pilot. The material in the scrapbook holds information, documents and photographs depicting the 351st Aviation Company at Wertheim, Germany, 1969-1972, mostly the Peden Barracks territory from different perspectives. The photographs include different parts of Germany: Wertheim City, Wertheim Castle, Watch Tower in the Main River, Nuremberg Red Light District, Nuremberg building, Marienberg Castle, Neuschwanstein Castle, EDOF Wertheim Airfield at Peden Barracks. Also, included are photographs of CW2 Bob Cormack on his R&R trips in France and Thailand, as well as different aerial and base shots of Vietnam: Phu Bai, Highway 1 North of Da Nang, LZ Sally, etc. In addition, there are photographs of Lt. Kathleen Weber with Bobby Cormack, as well as their wedding invitation.
The photographs depict helicopters, CW2 Bob Cormack with a OH-58A, Hohenfels Army Airforce Base, 351st Aviation Company during field exercises at Kuhlsheim, and aerial shots of Peden Barracks. There are also images of various badges produced by the 351st Aviation Company, a printout of the U.S. national anthem, CW2 Bob Cormack in Paris, France at the base of the Eiffel Tower, a U.S. Army Badge, The Deans 120th Aviation Company’s aerial shots of Vietnam, Tay Ninh City, log trucks south of Loc Ninh (poachers), Long Binh Outhouses, Sanford Army Airfield, Long Binh, CW2 Bob Cormack with a 37mm AA gun at LZ Sally, the Mekong River, Saigon, Bao Loc Vietnam Hill Country, Vung Tau, Vung Tau market, a Cyclo-Pedi-Cab, Can Tho, and Xuan Loc. There are also photographs showing different types of helicopters that have flown at Da Nang.
The scrapbook also contains the following orders from the Department of the Army: General Orders with a patch – The Distinguished Flying Cross (II Oak Leaf Cluster), Special Orders, Unit Orders, and a Degree Order for the Authorization for the Individual Foreign Award for CW2 Bobby Cormack. There are also other patches of the 351st Aviation Company, along with images of the American, South Vietnamese, and German flags, clippings regarding CW2 Bob Cormack, and a sketch of a helicopter.
The scrapbook has a blue cover with a symbol of a yellow eagle holding two arrows with its claws. It measures 12.25 inches x 13.5 inches.
Item Creation Date: 1969 - 1972
Collection: Bobby Cormack Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 May 2023 [Updated: 22 May 2025]
A Pocket Guide to Vietnam - Department of Defense
Document Item Number: 25830102001
[Number of Pages: 53]
Item Creation Date: 05 April 1966
Collection: Loren Hall Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 05 Sep 2024 [Updated: 05 Sep 2024]
Item Creation Date: 05 April 1966
Collection: Loren Hall Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 05 Sep 2024 [Updated: 05 Sep 2024]
Interview with Doug Farfel
Oral History Item Number: OHD0110
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Doug Farfel discusses his experiences in Vietnam with the U.S. Army. Farfel served as a helicopter pilot with 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry, as well as with 2nd Squadron, 11th Armored Cavalry, August 1968 to April 1970.Item Creation Date: 26 December 2020
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 06 Mar 2024 [Updated: 06 Mar 2024]
1st Signal Brigade Aviation Vietnam History 1962-1972 - David Anderson Satellite 33
Document Item Number: 31570101001
[Number of Pages: 33]
Item Creation Date: 31 March 2021
Collection: David A. Anderson Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 21 Feb 2022 [Updated: 01 Mar 2022]
Item Creation Date: 31 March 2021
Collection: David A. Anderson Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 21 Feb 2022 [Updated: 01 Mar 2022]
[Number of Pages: 46]
Item Creation Date: [circa 1973]
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Unit Histories - 1st Aviation Brigade
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Aug 2002 [Updated: 13 Feb 2024]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
Item Creation Date: [circa 1973]
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Unit Histories - 1st Aviation Brigade
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Aug 2002 [Updated: 13 Feb 2024]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
Pamphlet, U.S. Army - Historical Study on Operations of Encircled Forces, German Experiences in Russia [2 Copies]
Document Item Number: 8850520002
Part A
Part B
[Number of Pages: 81]
Item Creation Date: January 1952
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 10 Sep 2012 [Updated: 18 Sep 2012]
Item Creation Date: January 1952
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 10 Sep 2012 [Updated: 18 Sep 2012]
Federal Air Regulations, Parts 1, 61, 71, and 91
Document Item Number: 3120108001
Part A
Part B
Part C
[Number of Pages: 106]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: United States Army Aviation School
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 02 Jul 2002 [Updated: 02 Jul 2002]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: United States Army Aviation School
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 02 Jul 2002 [Updated: 02 Jul 2002]
Flight Manual USAF Series: CH-3E and HH-3E Helicopters, TO 1H-3(C)E-1S-165,(Sections 4-9, Appendices, Index) [Part 2 of 2]
Document Item Number: 2970207001
Part A
Part B
Part C
[Number of Pages: 310]
Item Creation Date: 15 June 1987
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Manuals
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 May 2002 [Updated: 23 Jan 2019]
Item Creation Date: 15 June 1987
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Manuals
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 May 2002 [Updated: 23 Jan 2019]
145th Combat Aviation Battalion History - Unit History
Document Item Number: 3030613001
Part A
Part B
[Number of Pages: 79]
Author(s): compiled by James L. Bodkin
Item Creation Date: 14 October 1991
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Unit Histories - 1st Aviation Brigade
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 08 Sep 2002 [Updated: 30 Apr 2025]
Author(s): compiled by James L. Bodkin
Item Creation Date: 14 October 1991
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Unit Histories - 1st Aviation Brigade
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 08 Sep 2002 [Updated: 30 Apr 2025]
United States Army Combat Developments Command, Operational Report - Lessons Learned
Document Item Number: 3030705028
[Number of Pages: 43]
Item Creation Date: 20 November 1970
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Unit Histories - 1st Aviation Brigade
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 10 Sep 2002 [Updated: 10 Sep 2002]
Item Creation Date: 20 November 1970
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Unit Histories - 1st Aviation Brigade
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 10 Sep 2002 [Updated: 10 Sep 2002]
The Cougar Yearbook, July 1967 - June 1968
Document Item Number: 3030706001
Part A
Part B
[Number of Pages: 51]
Item Creation Date: July 1968
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Unit Histories - 1st Aviation Brigade
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 11 Sep 2002 [Updated: 11 Sep 2002]
Item Creation Date: July 1968
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Unit Histories - 1st Aviation Brigade
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 11 Sep 2002 [Updated: 11 Sep 2002]
Department of the Army, Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division: Combat After Action Report of the Battle for Tay Ninh
Document Item Number: 2930218005
[Number of Pages: 40]
Item Creation Date: 07 February 1969
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: General Files
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 06 May 2002 [Updated: 06 May 2002]
Item Creation Date: 07 February 1969
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: General Files
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 06 May 2002 [Updated: 06 May 2002]
Operational Report Lessons Learned, 4th Infantry Division - OP MACARTHUR
Document Item Number: 4900112002
[Number of Pages: 28]
Item Creation Date: 30 April 1968
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Unit Histories - Other Units
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 04 Aug 2002 [Updated: 19 Nov 2025]
Item Creation Date: 30 April 1968
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Unit Histories - Other Units
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 04 Aug 2002 [Updated: 19 Nov 2025]
Annual Supplement to the History of the 121st Aviation Company, 1965 - United States Army Vietnam - Unit History
Document Item Number: 2930502001
[Number of Pages: 143]
Author(s): CAPT Frederic W. Watke and 1LT Robert L. Wheelock III
Item Creation Date: [circa 1966]
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: General Files
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 30 Apr 2019 [Updated: 07 Mar 2023]
Author(s): CAPT Frederic W. Watke and 1LT Robert L. Wheelock III
Item Creation Date: [circa 1966]
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: General Files
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 30 Apr 2019 [Updated: 07 Mar 2023]
Marine Aviation in Vietnam – U.S. Naval Institute Proceedings, Naval Review 1970 – Journal Article
Document Item Number: 3860110012
[Number of Pages: 33]
Author(s): Lt. Gen. Keith B. McCutcheon
Item Creation Date: 1971
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Printed Material
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 30 Jan 2019 [Updated: 06 Feb 2019]
Author(s): Lt. Gen. Keith B. McCutcheon
Item Creation Date: 1971
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Printed Material
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 30 Jan 2019 [Updated: 06 Feb 2019]
Army Aviation (Army Aviation Publications) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 302Serial611085
[Number of Pages: 98]
General Index 6-7
The New Army Aviation Policy Statement 9
Logistic Support Today 13
Fixed Wing Aircraft 21
Rotary Wing Aircraft 45
V/STOL Aircraft and Ground Effects Machines 85
Index to Advertisers 100
AVCOM Procurements 101
Miscellaneous Aircraft 102
Issue: 16
Item Creation Date: 16 August 1967
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Periodicals
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 01 Aug 2018 [Updated: 14 Aug 2018]
General Index 6-7
The New Army Aviation Policy Statement 9
Logistic Support Today 13
Fixed Wing Aircraft 21
Rotary Wing Aircraft 45
V/STOL Aircraft and Ground Effects Machines 85
Index to Advertisers 100
AVCOM Procurements 101
Miscellaneous Aircraft 102
Issue: 16
Item Creation Date: 16 August 1967
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Periodicals
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 01 Aug 2018 [Updated: 14 Aug 2018]
History Section, 1996 Membership Directory, Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
Document Item Number: 2980302002
[Number of Pages: 36]
Item Creation Date: October 1996
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Membership Directory
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 20 Sep 2018 [Updated: 25 Nov 2019]
Item Creation Date: October 1996
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Membership Directory
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 20 Sep 2018 [Updated: 25 Nov 2019]
[Number of Pages: 32]
Item Creation Date: 01 February 1967
Collection: Chuck Carlock Collection
Association: Rattler/Firebird Association
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Added: 17 Jan 2025 [Updated: 17 Jan 2025]
Item Creation Date: 01 February 1967
Collection: Chuck Carlock Collection
Association: Rattler/Firebird Association
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Added: 17 Jan 2025 [Updated: 17 Jan 2025]
Supplemental Documents to After Action Report (BINH Long Campaign) - 3rd Brigade, 1st United States Cavalry - Annex K
Document Item Number: 8850803001
[Number of Pages: 57]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 20 Sep 2024 [Updated: 20 Sep 2024]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 20 Sep 2024 [Updated: 20 Sep 2024]
Photocopy of Supplemental Documents to After Action Reports (BINH Long Campaign) - 3rd Brigade, 1st United States Cavalry - Annex K
Document Item Number: 8850804001
[Number of Pages: 56]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 20 Sep 2024 [Updated: 23 Sep 2024]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 20 Sep 2024 [Updated: 23 Sep 2024]
Army Aviation Distinctive Insignia - American Society of Military Insignia Collectors - Booklet
Document Item Number: 2930807001
[Number of Pages: 50]
Item Creation Date: March 1973
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: General Files
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 20 Aug 2020 [Updated: 23 Sep 2020]
Item Creation Date: March 1973
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: General Files
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 20 Aug 2020 [Updated: 23 Sep 2020]
XM-26 TOW: Birth of the Helicopter as a Tank Buster – US Marine Corps Command and Staff College – Research Paper
Document Item Number: 8851046001
[Number of Pages: 115]
Author(s): Major J.C. Burns
Item Creation Date: 02 May 1994
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Jan 2026 [Updated: 28 Jan 2026]
Author(s): Major J.C. Burns
Item Creation Date: 02 May 1994
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Jan 2026 [Updated: 28 Jan 2026]
1st Air Cavalry Division Pamphlet No. 350-1 - Combat Tactics and Air Assault Techniques
Document Item Number: 19410101003
[Number of Pages: 57]
Item Creation Date: 15 May 1967
Collection: Howard Burbank Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Oct 2010 [Updated: 24 Oct 2010]
Item Creation Date: 15 May 1967
Collection: Howard Burbank Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Oct 2010 [Updated: 24 Oct 2010]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610653
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn
LETTERS:
British chopper museum seeking history of Huey BY Elfran ap Rees
What happened to the Lancer's Round Table? BY John Donaldson
Track down, greet your fellow pilots FROM Dick Crawley
Services can help you get online for reunion FROM Doug Russell
Reunion is a chance to show memorabilia FROM George G. Reese
Son of KIA helicopter pilot wants to hear from dad's buddies BY Jim Schueckler
War more than headline; helicopter pilots human FROM Rebeca Di Leo Razuk
Helicopter pilots invented their rules during combat FROM Dick Snow
Letter writer will complete his war story at the reunion FROM Mark Schimpf
His fellow pilots help Jack Horton's last days FROM Bill Sillivan
Reunion videotape sought FROM Stephen 'Pat' Spleen
TAPS:
Eugene Madison Brooks - Raymond K. Foley - Thomas Henry Smyth - Craig Schwalenberg - Richard W. Watson - William W. Norton - Rob C. Moore
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
'Robin Hood 6' retires from Army BY Mike Sloniker
Members offer services to committee BY Bob Davies
REUNION:
Countdown under way for Reunion BY Bob Smith
Day to Day listing of reunion events
Golfers can try to tame 'The Posse" course
FEATURES:
Armless hero denied immigration BY Mel Canon
Tale of the Great outhouse Robbery BY Mel Canon
Net gets wide use by pilots, crew BY Mel Canon
Maintenance officer evades death BY Joe Leming
Marine crews rescued by 190th AHC BY Mike Law
REPORTS:
Ohio River LZ meets in Louisville BY John Flanagan
Huey photo taken 4 years ago in Vietnam BY Minard D. Thompson Jr.
Volume: 13
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: June 1995
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 13 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn
LETTERS:
British chopper museum seeking history of Huey BY Elfran ap Rees
What happened to the Lancer's Round Table? BY John Donaldson
Track down, greet your fellow pilots FROM Dick Crawley
Services can help you get online for reunion FROM Doug Russell
Reunion is a chance to show memorabilia FROM George G. Reese
Son of KIA helicopter pilot wants to hear from dad's buddies BY Jim Schueckler
War more than headline; helicopter pilots human FROM Rebeca Di Leo Razuk
Helicopter pilots invented their rules during combat FROM Dick Snow
Letter writer will complete his war story at the reunion FROM Mark Schimpf
His fellow pilots help Jack Horton's last days FROM Bill Sillivan
Reunion videotape sought FROM Stephen 'Pat' Spleen
TAPS:
Eugene Madison Brooks - Raymond K. Foley - Thomas Henry Smyth - Craig Schwalenberg - Richard W. Watson - William W. Norton - Rob C. Moore
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
'Robin Hood 6' retires from Army BY Mike Sloniker
Members offer services to committee BY Bob Davies
REUNION:
Countdown under way for Reunion BY Bob Smith
Day to Day listing of reunion events
Golfers can try to tame 'The Posse" course
FEATURES:
Armless hero denied immigration BY Mel Canon
Tale of the Great outhouse Robbery BY Mel Canon
Net gets wide use by pilots, crew BY Mel Canon
Maintenance officer evades death BY Joe Leming
Marine crews rescued by 190th AHC BY Mike Law
REPORTS:
Ohio River LZ meets in Louisville BY John Flanagan
Huey photo taken 4 years ago in Vietnam BY Minard D. Thompson Jr.
Volume: 13
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: June 1995
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 13 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610656
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Ken Fritz
History book finished BY Ken Fritz
LETTERS:
U.S.A., VHPA Reunion move Vietnam refugee FROM Linh Duy Vo
Gun Platoon supporter Special Forces team B-36 FROM Keith A. Alleger
Photos needed of Huey for Vietnam War display FROM Phil Marshall
Roasting turkey a tipoff it was Christmas in Vietnam Lt. Roger W. Ek USN
October newsletter cover surprise to pilot in photo FROM Greg Gebhardt
October newsletter articles relate to events in book FROM Chester W. Carlock
Sister attempts to locate veteran who knew pilot FROM Linda Moreau
What did U.S. govt tell us about Vietnam War? FROM John S. Donaldson, Lancer 14
TAPS:
George Causey - Robert V. Sulcer - Lawrence M. Snyder
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Bavarian aviation group researching airfield history FROM Martin Bach
Card recalls Vietnam at Christmas BY Jerry A. Temple
Pilot commutes to work by plane BY Rob Dykehouse
Beware of 'vets' asking for money BY Kenneth H. Fritz
Former Marine seeks pilot missing helmet
HAI 1996 will be held in Dallas in February BY Jack Jordan
FEATURES:
Swapping seats disturbs passengers BY Jim Schueckler
Marines' rescue ocurred on pilot's second day flying BY Sepo I. Hurme
Actions of pilot affect other people BY Dick Ellis
Project 404 had AF, Army aircraft BY John Quesenberry
This dog tail has a happy ending BY James "Sneaky" White
Blue Max covers U.S., ARVN troops BY Russ Warriner
Army logic shows at cav breakfast BY John Huffman
War memorial dedicated to aircraft BY W.T. Grant
REUNION:
Where in the heck is Santa Clause? BY Bob Norona
Reunion bus tours
Volume: 13
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: December 1995
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Ken Fritz
History book finished BY Ken Fritz
LETTERS:
U.S.A., VHPA Reunion move Vietnam refugee FROM Linh Duy Vo
Gun Platoon supporter Special Forces team B-36 FROM Keith A. Alleger
Photos needed of Huey for Vietnam War display FROM Phil Marshall
Roasting turkey a tipoff it was Christmas in Vietnam Lt. Roger W. Ek USN
October newsletter cover surprise to pilot in photo FROM Greg Gebhardt
October newsletter articles relate to events in book FROM Chester W. Carlock
Sister attempts to locate veteran who knew pilot FROM Linda Moreau
What did U.S. govt tell us about Vietnam War? FROM John S. Donaldson, Lancer 14
TAPS:
George Causey - Robert V. Sulcer - Lawrence M. Snyder
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Bavarian aviation group researching airfield history FROM Martin Bach
Card recalls Vietnam at Christmas BY Jerry A. Temple
Pilot commutes to work by plane BY Rob Dykehouse
Beware of 'vets' asking for money BY Kenneth H. Fritz
Former Marine seeks pilot missing helmet
HAI 1996 will be held in Dallas in February BY Jack Jordan
FEATURES:
Swapping seats disturbs passengers BY Jim Schueckler
Marines' rescue ocurred on pilot's second day flying BY Sepo I. Hurme
Actions of pilot affect other people BY Dick Ellis
Project 404 had AF, Army aircraft BY John Quesenberry
This dog tail has a happy ending BY James "Sneaky" White
Blue Max covers U.S., ARVN troops BY Russ Warriner
Army logic shows at cav breakfast BY John Huffman
War memorial dedicated to aircraft BY W.T. Grant
REUNION:
Where in the heck is Santa Clause? BY Bob Norona
Reunion bus tours
Volume: 13
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: December 1995
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610661
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles R. Rayl
Pilots flew with Little Bears BY Mike Taylor
How will VHPA pilots be remembered? BY Jack Jordan
LETTERS:
Participants sought in rescue attempt FROM Stan Sirmans
Longtime friend, pilot dies after Vietnam tour FROM Mike Sloniker
Pilot flew LOH behind CH-47s dropping CS FROM J.B. West
Widow trying to locate husband’s fellow pilots FROM Sharon Morgan
Late crew chief's friend wants home for photos FROM Martin "Cookie Man" DiOrio
Australian author seeks contact with aircrews FROM Steve Eather
Letter writer adds details about crewman's death FROM Mike Peters
Englishman studies Army Aviation nose art FROM John Jones
What happened to Scot who operated orphanage? FROM Ken Bryant
Writer, Mah. Demko served in HMM-264 FROM Bill Allanson
Gamewardens of Vietnam want Kia/Mia information FROM Ralph J. Fries
REPORTS:
'Miss Mini' restored to Vietnam era
REUNION:
July 4th to be busy at 1997 reunion
VHPA members get discount on shuttle
FEATURES:
Whispered warning set tone for mission BY Stanley C. Marcieski
Bombs dropeed from helicopters BY Jim Oden
Aviation Warrant had good attitude BY Drew Boudrieau
Net population continues to grow BY Mel Canon
Hai convention planned for Anaheim in February BY Jack D. Jordan
BRIEFS:
New Calendar available
Membership directory on it way
Dues renewal notices sent
Nashville committee sought
Guys in back were real-life heroes
TAPS:
Darrell Edward Maitlen
Volume: 14
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: November/December 1996
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 22 Feb 2018]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles R. Rayl
Pilots flew with Little Bears BY Mike Taylor
How will VHPA pilots be remembered? BY Jack Jordan
LETTERS:
Participants sought in rescue attempt FROM Stan Sirmans
Longtime friend, pilot dies after Vietnam tour FROM Mike Sloniker
Pilot flew LOH behind CH-47s dropping CS FROM J.B. West
Widow trying to locate husband’s fellow pilots FROM Sharon Morgan
Late crew chief's friend wants home for photos FROM Martin "Cookie Man" DiOrio
Australian author seeks contact with aircrews FROM Steve Eather
Letter writer adds details about crewman's death FROM Mike Peters
Englishman studies Army Aviation nose art FROM John Jones
What happened to Scot who operated orphanage? FROM Ken Bryant
Writer, Mah. Demko served in HMM-264 FROM Bill Allanson
Gamewardens of Vietnam want Kia/Mia information FROM Ralph J. Fries
REPORTS:
'Miss Mini' restored to Vietnam era
REUNION:
July 4th to be busy at 1997 reunion
VHPA members get discount on shuttle
FEATURES:
Whispered warning set tone for mission BY Stanley C. Marcieski
Bombs dropeed from helicopters BY Jim Oden
Aviation Warrant had good attitude BY Drew Boudrieau
Net population continues to grow BY Mel Canon
Hai convention planned for Anaheim in February BY Jack D. Jordan
BRIEFS:
New Calendar available
Membership directory on it way
Dues renewal notices sent
Nashville committee sought
Guys in back were real-life heroes
TAPS:
Darrell Edward Maitlen
Volume: 14
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: November/December 1996
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 22 Feb 2018]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610666
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Hurley
LETTERS:
Father of air cav will be missed FROM Art Welch
Recalling Mr. Mallet, my favorite instructor FROM Ira Will McComic
Vietnam reference library opens at Texas Tech FROM Hayden "Pappy" Jones
Could VHPA Directory include e-mail addresses FROM Ron Corbin
VHCMA asks help on disability claim FROM Dick Calton
VHPA marchers a hit at Brandon parade FROM Herb Nagel
KIA report incorrectly completed on member FROM Gary Rousch
Captain makes impression after arrival at squadron FROM John Tilton
'Black Widow' crews work on unit history FROM Dick Detra
VHPA 'founding fathers' recieve strong thank you FROM Mike Law
Pilots' sacrifice reflected in eyes during reunion FROM Linh D. Vo
TAPS:
Mike Arline - Roy Johnsen - David R. Kyle - Clifford A. Lincoln Jr. - Fredrick R. Neidhardt - Lonnie Joseph Odom - John B. Stockton
REPORTS:
VHPA shows presence at Oshkosh BY Bob Smith
Avoid guilt for not feeling guilty BY Rev. Jon Plummer
POW's biography raises questions BY Tom Payne
Plans being made for '98 Directory BY Mike Law
FEATURES:
Newpaper articles - the missing pieces BY Mike Law
Chinook lands poorly upside down BY Mike Malov
Mission as aircraft commander a shock BY Earl Doty
VHCMA seeking designs for memorial
BRIEFS:
Bowen receives literary award
1997 Membership Directory
Deadlines for newsletter items
Click on the 'X'
Crane pilots plan mini-reunion
Volume: 15
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 1997
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Hurley
LETTERS:
Father of air cav will be missed FROM Art Welch
Recalling Mr. Mallet, my favorite instructor FROM Ira Will McComic
Vietnam reference library opens at Texas Tech FROM Hayden "Pappy" Jones
Could VHPA Directory include e-mail addresses FROM Ron Corbin
VHCMA asks help on disability claim FROM Dick Calton
VHPA marchers a hit at Brandon parade FROM Herb Nagel
KIA report incorrectly completed on member FROM Gary Rousch
Captain makes impression after arrival at squadron FROM John Tilton
'Black Widow' crews work on unit history FROM Dick Detra
VHPA 'founding fathers' recieve strong thank you FROM Mike Law
Pilots' sacrifice reflected in eyes during reunion FROM Linh D. Vo
TAPS:
Mike Arline - Roy Johnsen - David R. Kyle - Clifford A. Lincoln Jr. - Fredrick R. Neidhardt - Lonnie Joseph Odom - John B. Stockton
REPORTS:
VHPA shows presence at Oshkosh BY Bob Smith
Avoid guilt for not feeling guilty BY Rev. Jon Plummer
POW's biography raises questions BY Tom Payne
Plans being made for '98 Directory BY Mike Law
FEATURES:
Newpaper articles - the missing pieces BY Mike Law
Chinook lands poorly upside down BY Mike Malov
Mission as aircraft commander a shock BY Earl Doty
VHCMA seeking designs for memorial
BRIEFS:
Bowen receives literary award
1997 Membership Directory
Deadlines for newsletter items
Click on the 'X'
Crane pilots plan mini-reunion
Volume: 15
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 1997
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610669
[This Item may contain objectionable materials.]
[Number of Pages: 28]FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Hurley
An Easter message BY John Plummer
BRIEFS:
Singers wanted for reunion
Mystery Cobra
LETTERS:
Pilot seeks others who knew friend FROM Max J. Mizejewski
Aussie Vietnam vets welcome Huey pilot FROM Mike Austin
Ranking officials met aboard U.S. warship FROM Charles B. Wells
Nose art needed for unit history project FROM Dick Detra
J.R. holds a special place in memory of ex-co pilot FROM Mel C. Latham
California Chapter North celebrates Tet anniversary FROM Ken Fritz
Arkansas city naming its airport after pilot FROM Larry Cain
Japanese student conducts research on Vietnam vets FROM Kaori Hattori
Crane at An Khe original CH-54 deployed the Cav FROM James Oden
Vietnam helicopter pilots in short supply in society FROM Tim Murphy
Vietnam unit patches would fill out map frame FROM Gary Calhoun
Ex-crew chief seeking helicopter snake drivers FROM Dutch Covert
Information wanted on anyone who served with 191st AHC FROM Harrell Guidry
Korean pilot to help make contact FROM W. Hayden "Pappy" Jones
TAPS:
James E. Davey - John F. Kane - William B. "Huey" Long - Doyle L. Stone Jr.
REPORTS:
Directory relies on communication BY Mike Law
FEATURES:
Helicopter forced to do zero, zero approach BY Glenn Brown
Martial problems? Ask a helicopter pilot for advice BY Kenny Bunn
Helicopter had various purposes BY John B. Konek
Army's first helicopter class had 8 students
Moving Wall finds new Mineral Wells site BY Edward T. Luttenberger
The first Sky Crane on the DMZ BY George Gagnon
'Carrier' pilot dislikes bodies of water BY Ira Will McComic
REUNION:
Directions to hotel at the reunion
Entertaining program scheduled for ladies
What's cooking at VHPA Reunion
Volume: 16
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 1998
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610680
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Bob Smith
LETTERS:
Information sought in Vietnam Huey FROM Keith "Sugar Bear" Alleger
Check pilot friends, are they in VHPA? FROM Chip Brown
Vietnamese poet will attend reunion FROM Don Joyce
Owner of missing flight helmet found FROM Gil Ferrey Bengal
SOBA get-together planned at Fort Myers FROM Marty Heuer
Veteran's memory missing 9 years after trip to woods FROM Darlene Lewis
Vietnam War oral history to be collected at reunion FROM Steve Maxner
Does anyone have past reunion logos? FROM Bill Medsker
Pilot gets to fly Huey during VHPA reunion FROM Bill Savedge
Author writing book on war for high school students FROM Robert E. Fellner
Stars and Stripes Museum short of Vietnam issues FROM Chuck and Mary Schantag
TAPS:
Cleveland Andrew Clark - James E. Edens - William R. Hensley - Carl R. Jones - Richard Arthur Rubiolo - Douglas C. Stenberg
REPORTS:
Pilots like to get information on CD BY Jack Swickard
Wanted: Dedicated VHPA officers BY Don Joyce
Local chapters big help with reunions BY Charles Holley
Las Vegas has busy time starting up BY Lad Vaughan
Florida chapter BY Don Joyce
Flight records kept to getting medals BY Gary Roush
Members drive runs through June 30 BY Don Joyce
FEATURES:
Pilot feels bond with KIA captian BY Seppo Hurme and Mike Law
Dogfight over Phou Phathi: Air America Bell 205 takes on VPAF An-2s BY John Konek
REUNION:
Directions given to reunion hotels BY Jim Goldthorpe
VHPA gets ok to march in parade BY Gil Ferrey
Banquest reservations being taken
Golf tourney to be at Bristow Manor
Volume: 18
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2000
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Bob Smith
LETTERS:
Information sought in Vietnam Huey FROM Keith "Sugar Bear" Alleger
Check pilot friends, are they in VHPA? FROM Chip Brown
Vietnamese poet will attend reunion FROM Don Joyce
Owner of missing flight helmet found FROM Gil Ferrey Bengal
SOBA get-together planned at Fort Myers FROM Marty Heuer
Veteran's memory missing 9 years after trip to woods FROM Darlene Lewis
Vietnam War oral history to be collected at reunion FROM Steve Maxner
Does anyone have past reunion logos? FROM Bill Medsker
Pilot gets to fly Huey during VHPA reunion FROM Bill Savedge
Author writing book on war for high school students FROM Robert E. Fellner
Stars and Stripes Museum short of Vietnam issues FROM Chuck and Mary Schantag
TAPS:
Cleveland Andrew Clark - James E. Edens - William R. Hensley - Carl R. Jones - Richard Arthur Rubiolo - Douglas C. Stenberg
REPORTS:
Pilots like to get information on CD BY Jack Swickard
Wanted: Dedicated VHPA officers BY Don Joyce
Local chapters big help with reunions BY Charles Holley
Las Vegas has busy time starting up BY Lad Vaughan
Florida chapter BY Don Joyce
Flight records kept to getting medals BY Gary Roush
Members drive runs through June 30 BY Don Joyce
FEATURES:
Pilot feels bond with KIA captian BY Seppo Hurme and Mike Law
Dogfight over Phou Phathi: Air America Bell 205 takes on VPAF An-2s BY John Konek
REUNION:
Directions given to reunion hotels BY Jim Goldthorpe
VHPA gets ok to march in parade BY Gil Ferrey
Banquest reservations being taken
Golf tourney to be at Bristow Manor
Volume: 18
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2000
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610684
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles Holley
LETTERS:
Flight school friend seeking information FROM Dick Antross
Newsletter article stirs memories of recoveries
Razorback football game cause of great emotion FROM John B. Givhan
Writer seeking list, photos of Fort Wolters instructors FROM Chad Berry
Father pins aviator wings on son at Fort Rucker FROM Douglas V. Graves
Ex-sergeant takes interest in 176th AHC chopper FROM Leslie Hines
Son documenting father's tour in South Vietnam FROM Stephen A. Judycki
Flight school roommate puzzled about KIA pilot FROM Richard F. Landrum
Author tells how book helps war survivors deal with grief FROM Pauline Laurent
Membership directory terrific FROM John D. Lynn
Retired pilot-lawyer plans book about combat flying FROM Robert B. Machen
Mojave should be shown on VHPA newsletter cover FROM Gerald "Budda" Meador
Amerasian tries to find helicopter pilot father FROM Terry J. Wood
Army aviator recalls flying Navy missions FROM Michael McCormick
Former Lurp thanks Centaurs for supoprt FROM Daniel Nate
Writer seeking gunner/pilot FROM John E. Frasso
TAPS:
Charles H. "Ace" Drummond Jr.
REPORTS:
Historian asks for help with 2001 directory BY Mike Sloniker
Book explains Vietnam decisions BY Mike Sloniker
Vietnam documentary gets it right BY David Owen
Newsletter statenebt of publication
REUNION:
Activities highlight denver reunion
Order official reunion T-shirts
BRIEFS:
Members to elect three officers
Calendar needs photographs
FEATURES:
Kistler shares memories with Lurps (Part 2) BY Bob Johnson
U.S. radar 'spots' NVA helicopter BY Mike Law
Museum hosts chopper pilot film premiere
VHPA-CCN wins in parades
Volume: 18
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 2000
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles Holley
LETTERS:
Flight school friend seeking information FROM Dick Antross
Newsletter article stirs memories of recoveries
Razorback football game cause of great emotion FROM John B. Givhan
Writer seeking list, photos of Fort Wolters instructors FROM Chad Berry
Father pins aviator wings on son at Fort Rucker FROM Douglas V. Graves
Ex-sergeant takes interest in 176th AHC chopper FROM Leslie Hines
Son documenting father's tour in South Vietnam FROM Stephen A. Judycki
Flight school roommate puzzled about KIA pilot FROM Richard F. Landrum
Author tells how book helps war survivors deal with grief FROM Pauline Laurent
Membership directory terrific FROM John D. Lynn
Retired pilot-lawyer plans book about combat flying FROM Robert B. Machen
Mojave should be shown on VHPA newsletter cover FROM Gerald "Budda" Meador
Amerasian tries to find helicopter pilot father FROM Terry J. Wood
Army aviator recalls flying Navy missions FROM Michael McCormick
Former Lurp thanks Centaurs for supoprt FROM Daniel Nate
Writer seeking gunner/pilot FROM John E. Frasso
TAPS:
Charles H. "Ace" Drummond Jr.
REPORTS:
Historian asks for help with 2001 directory BY Mike Sloniker
Book explains Vietnam decisions BY Mike Sloniker
Vietnam documentary gets it right BY David Owen
Newsletter statenebt of publication
REUNION:
Activities highlight denver reunion
Order official reunion T-shirts
BRIEFS:
Members to elect three officers
Calendar needs photographs
FEATURES:
Kistler shares memories with Lurps (Part 2) BY Bob Johnson
U.S. radar 'spots' NVA helicopter BY Mike Law
Museum hosts chopper pilot film premiere
VHPA-CCN wins in parades
Volume: 18
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 2000
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610688
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
LETTERS:
Julie Kink becomes honorary member FROM VHPA Executive Council
Pilot’s Vietnam memories linger three decades later FROM Linh D. Vo
Rocky Mountain Chapter did great job with reunion FROM Bruce Carlson
Helicopter associations help family of crew chief FROM Victoria Girard Chandler
Captain seeking information about cavalry unit in Vietnam FROM Captain Jonathan Bentley
Many stories emerge from Denver reunion FROM Julie Kink
F-4 pilot would like to meet UH-1 crew that rescued him FROM Steve Sullivan
Meeting Bill Coors a highlight of reunion FROM Tom Payne
Writer shares feelings after attending service FROM Ron Paye
Reunion motorcycle ride a very enjoyable event FROM David Sheppard
Helicopter pilot keeps 33-year-old promise FROM Milo M. Overstreet
One-Shot draws fire FROM Craig Porter
Old soldiers have chance meeting on Mexican beach FROM Greg Smith
TAPS:
Charles Borgstorm - Walt Casey - Charles E. Gallagher - Richard Everett Gardner - Brent Hannawalt - James W. “Jim” Jay - James A. Jones - Francis W. LaRoue - George A. Nielsen - Jim Reba
REUNION:
Holley reports on a strong VHPA BY Jack Swickard
Reunion mixed with the new, traditional BY Mike Law
Reunion survey helps plan event BY Dave Rittman
Reunion chairman provides update BY Joe Blitzke
Most members computer literate BY Dave Rittman
Current times exciting for VHPA BY Joe Biltizke
Volume: 19
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2001
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
LETTERS:
Julie Kink becomes honorary member FROM VHPA Executive Council
Pilot’s Vietnam memories linger three decades later FROM Linh D. Vo
Rocky Mountain Chapter did great job with reunion FROM Bruce Carlson
Helicopter associations help family of crew chief FROM Victoria Girard Chandler
Captain seeking information about cavalry unit in Vietnam FROM Captain Jonathan Bentley
Many stories emerge from Denver reunion FROM Julie Kink
F-4 pilot would like to meet UH-1 crew that rescued him FROM Steve Sullivan
Meeting Bill Coors a highlight of reunion FROM Tom Payne
Writer shares feelings after attending service FROM Ron Paye
Reunion motorcycle ride a very enjoyable event FROM David Sheppard
Helicopter pilot keeps 33-year-old promise FROM Milo M. Overstreet
One-Shot draws fire FROM Craig Porter
Old soldiers have chance meeting on Mexican beach FROM Greg Smith
TAPS:
Charles Borgstorm - Walt Casey - Charles E. Gallagher - Richard Everett Gardner - Brent Hannawalt - James W. “Jim” Jay - James A. Jones - Francis W. LaRoue - George A. Nielsen - Jim Reba
REUNION:
Holley reports on a strong VHPA BY Jack Swickard
Reunion mixed with the new, traditional BY Mike Law
Reunion survey helps plan event BY Dave Rittman
Reunion chairman provides update BY Joe Blitzke
Most members computer literate BY Dave Rittman
Current times exciting for VHPA BY Joe Biltizke
Volume: 19
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2001
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610704
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dana M. Young
'Original 66' clarification BY the Excutive Council
LETTER:
Advisor seeks pilots - to say 'thanks!' FROM John Peeff
Nearly 33 years old and still going strong FROM Mike Sheuerman
Pilot asks help with address FROM Bob "Z" Zajonc
Writer gives perspective of Special Forces captain FROM Steve Spies
Name of pilot rescued from water as Pate FROM Charles Stonecipher
Association could help members connect dots FROM Jerry Gladysz
REPORTS:
Directory Committee started 20 years ago BY Gary Roush
Job description lacking for historian BY Mike Sloniker
VHPA not set up to operate chapters BY Dana Young
Committee makes technology work BY Charles Holley
Fritz makes contact with news media prior to VHPA reunions BY Ken Fritz
TAPS:
David R. Bailey - Russell D. "Rock" Capps Sr. - William Gurski
REUNION:
VHPA celebrates milestone - 21st reunion BY Joe Bilitzke
Reunion events
Tour 18 course features first class amenities BY Mike Whitten
Face reading: spouses to be shown how to read expressions BY Joe Bilitzke
Museum dedication at Fort Wolters BY Edd Luttenberger
Thoughts of banquets stir memories BY Hayden "Pappy" Jones
Volume: 22
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2004
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dana M. Young
'Original 66' clarification BY the Excutive Council
LETTER:
Advisor seeks pilots - to say 'thanks!' FROM John Peeff
Nearly 33 years old and still going strong FROM Mike Sheuerman
Pilot asks help with address FROM Bob "Z" Zajonc
Writer gives perspective of Special Forces captain FROM Steve Spies
Name of pilot rescued from water as Pate FROM Charles Stonecipher
Association could help members connect dots FROM Jerry Gladysz
REPORTS:
Directory Committee started 20 years ago BY Gary Roush
Job description lacking for historian BY Mike Sloniker
VHPA not set up to operate chapters BY Dana Young
Committee makes technology work BY Charles Holley
Fritz makes contact with news media prior to VHPA reunions BY Ken Fritz
TAPS:
David R. Bailey - Russell D. "Rock" Capps Sr. - William Gurski
REUNION:
VHPA celebrates milestone - 21st reunion BY Joe Bilitzke
Reunion events
Tour 18 course features first class amenities BY Mike Whitten
Face reading: spouses to be shown how to read expressions BY Joe Bilitzke
Museum dedication at Fort Wolters BY Edd Luttenberger
Thoughts of banquets stir memories BY Hayden "Pappy" Jones
Volume: 22
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2004
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610710
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dan Ferguson
LETTERS:
Father honored at Vietnam Wall FROM Heather M. Bartol
Producers interview veterans for project FROM Gary Rhay
Hospitalized pilot seeks Vietnam amputee aviator FROM Joe Flinch
Death of old timer cause for reflection FROM Carl L. Hess
Aviator killed in 1971 honored in procession FROM Larue "Lash" Wisener
Vietnam refrigerator at 38, running strong FROM John Parker
Chopper pilots of various wars forming new group FROM Steve Reilly
Marvinsin not on list of servicemen help POW FROM Bob Stewart
TAPS:
George Daniel Bartol - David J. Hardee - Frank L. Jensen Jr. - James C. "Fuzzy" Kuttenkuler - Frank W. Nadeau Jr. - Douglas E. Ryzdynksi - Joe Schaefer III
REPORTS:
EMUS - U.S.-Australian helicopter company to be honored
Vietnam War museum thanks VHPA BY Edd Luttenberger
REUNION:
New guy signup table to be introduced at reunion BY Mike Scheuerman
San Francisco will host largest ever VHPA event BY Joe Bilitzke and Dave Rittman
Members to consider amendments
Schedule of events
FEATURES:
Aviators team up on helicopter mission in Iraq BY Ron Jensen
Miss America visit causes a problem at firebase in Highlands BY Dorcey Wingo
I Corps H-13 pilot found area hottest during Vietnam tour BY Steve Rockett
FSB Coral largest unit-level battle for Australians in Vietnam BY John Eaton
Volume: 23
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2005
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 11 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dan Ferguson
LETTERS:
Father honored at Vietnam Wall FROM Heather M. Bartol
Producers interview veterans for project FROM Gary Rhay
Hospitalized pilot seeks Vietnam amputee aviator FROM Joe Flinch
Death of old timer cause for reflection FROM Carl L. Hess
Aviator killed in 1971 honored in procession FROM Larue "Lash" Wisener
Vietnam refrigerator at 38, running strong FROM John Parker
Chopper pilots of various wars forming new group FROM Steve Reilly
Marvinsin not on list of servicemen help POW FROM Bob Stewart
TAPS:
George Daniel Bartol - David J. Hardee - Frank L. Jensen Jr. - James C. "Fuzzy" Kuttenkuler - Frank W. Nadeau Jr. - Douglas E. Ryzdynksi - Joe Schaefer III
REPORTS:
EMUS - U.S.-Australian helicopter company to be honored
Vietnam War museum thanks VHPA BY Edd Luttenberger
REUNION:
New guy signup table to be introduced at reunion BY Mike Scheuerman
San Francisco will host largest ever VHPA event BY Joe Bilitzke and Dave Rittman
Members to consider amendments
Schedule of events
FEATURES:
Aviators team up on helicopter mission in Iraq BY Ron Jensen
Miss America visit causes a problem at firebase in Highlands BY Dorcey Wingo
I Corps H-13 pilot found area hottest during Vietnam tour BY Steve Rockett
FSB Coral largest unit-level battle for Australians in Vietnam BY John Eaton
Volume: 23
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2005
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 11 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610716
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Sheuerman
LETTERS:
Defining moment occurs during rescue FROM John Bercaw
Pilot's sister attends for many reasons FROM Susan Clotfelter Blaker
Colonel helped shape life of a young pilot FROM Robert C. Evans
Getting team out 'just another day at the office!' FROM Richard Madore
April 1967 a dangerous month for chopper pilot FROM Bernardo S. Paez
Army screws up again - promotes pilot to general FROM Mike Sheuerman
TAPS:
Robert "Bob" L. Dodson - Christopher E. Gates - Wayne L. Lehto - Wayne Raymon Olliff - Steven Lamb Rodgers - Mark F. Scanlon - Hugh Thompson
REPORTS:
Email addresses BY Mike Sheuerman
Membership recruitment BY Dana Young
Membership directory cd-rom BY Gary Roush
Operation veteran to thank crews
REUNION:
Registration now open for Washington reunion BY Dave Rittman, Joe Bilitzke, and Dana Young
Help VHPA save, recycle old lanyards BY Mike Sheuerman
Schedule of activities at a glance
FEATURES:
Disoriented and other stories BY Jack Salm
Volume: 24
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2006
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Sheuerman
LETTERS:
Defining moment occurs during rescue FROM John Bercaw
Pilot's sister attends for many reasons FROM Susan Clotfelter Blaker
Colonel helped shape life of a young pilot FROM Robert C. Evans
Getting team out 'just another day at the office!' FROM Richard Madore
April 1967 a dangerous month for chopper pilot FROM Bernardo S. Paez
Army screws up again - promotes pilot to general FROM Mike Sheuerman
TAPS:
Robert "Bob" L. Dodson - Christopher E. Gates - Wayne L. Lehto - Wayne Raymon Olliff - Steven Lamb Rodgers - Mark F. Scanlon - Hugh Thompson
REPORTS:
Email addresses BY Mike Sheuerman
Membership recruitment BY Dana Young
Membership directory cd-rom BY Gary Roush
Operation veteran to thank crews
REUNION:
Registration now open for Washington reunion BY Dave Rittman, Joe Bilitzke, and Dana Young
Help VHPA save, recycle old lanyards BY Mike Sheuerman
Schedule of activities at a glance
FEATURES:
Disoriented and other stories BY Jack Salm
Volume: 24
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2006
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610719
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Angelo Spelios
Branson to salute helicopter pilots BY Chuck Schantag
Plan to meet, be honored during big Branson gala BY Mik Mikulan
Panthers impress son BY Charles Bagnal
LETTERS:
Do you remember your first time? BY Richard "Dick" Chapman
Daughter reports father near death BY Brian D. Piggott
Goldie helped pilot decise on activation FROM Richard Dipboye
Dustoff pilot insulted by lines in movie FROM Gary A. Potter
Young girl on elevator brought flood of memories
Blue Max ARA battery vulnerable to missiles FROM Curtis Dane Hatley
Son, daughter look for secrets about dad FROM Bill Moline
Two other LZs higher than LZ pineapple FROM Steve Stallings
Writer wants information about helicopter transfers FROM Edward Rasen
TAPS:
Adrian Johngene "John" Bean Jr. - George Blanchard - Ronald E. Fix - Alfred Gallardo - John Michael Hanson - John A.G. Klose - Steinar "Stan" Michelsen - Kenneth LeRoy Turner - John W. Read
REUNION:
Washington breaks previous attendance records BY Joe Bilitzke, Dana Young, and Dave Rittman
Pilot holding onto stuff found at reunion BY Mike Murray
Reunion golf tournament a success BY Mike Whitten
Vietnam combat pilot conducts service at The Wall BY Michael E. Smith
VHPA membership numbers have grown BY Dana Young
VHPA annual business meeting held on July 2 BY Richard Buzen
Marriott smoking policy changes BY Joe Bilitzke
FEATURES:
Pleiku 6 BY Mike Sheuerman
REPORTS:
Financial statements
Recordings of reunion presentations available BY Gary Roush
Official 2006 reunion T-shirts
Volume: 24
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2006
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Angelo Spelios
Branson to salute helicopter pilots BY Chuck Schantag
Plan to meet, be honored during big Branson gala BY Mik Mikulan
Panthers impress son BY Charles Bagnal
LETTERS:
Do you remember your first time? BY Richard "Dick" Chapman
Daughter reports father near death BY Brian D. Piggott
Goldie helped pilot decise on activation FROM Richard Dipboye
Dustoff pilot insulted by lines in movie FROM Gary A. Potter
Young girl on elevator brought flood of memories
Blue Max ARA battery vulnerable to missiles FROM Curtis Dane Hatley
Son, daughter look for secrets about dad FROM Bill Moline
Two other LZs higher than LZ pineapple FROM Steve Stallings
Writer wants information about helicopter transfers FROM Edward Rasen
TAPS:
Adrian Johngene "John" Bean Jr. - George Blanchard - Ronald E. Fix - Alfred Gallardo - John Michael Hanson - John A.G. Klose - Steinar "Stan" Michelsen - Kenneth LeRoy Turner - John W. Read
REUNION:
Washington breaks previous attendance records BY Joe Bilitzke, Dana Young, and Dave Rittman
Pilot holding onto stuff found at reunion BY Mike Murray
Reunion golf tournament a success BY Mike Whitten
Vietnam combat pilot conducts service at The Wall BY Michael E. Smith
VHPA membership numbers have grown BY Dana Young
VHPA annual business meeting held on July 2 BY Richard Buzen
Marriott smoking policy changes BY Joe Bilitzke
FEATURES:
Pleiku 6 BY Mike Sheuerman
REPORTS:
Financial statements
Recordings of reunion presentations available BY Gary Roush
Official 2006 reunion T-shirts
Volume: 24
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2006
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 19 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610726
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Whitten
LETTERS:
Operations coordinator collecting nicknames FROM John Brennan
The long arm of a TAC FROM Pat Ewing
Looking for Illinois recipients of DFC FROM David Grubb
Coming to grips with friend's death FROM Glen McEntire
Is Hall of Fame a general's club? FROM Bob Baird
Friend's ex-wife looking for pilot FROM Cece Jones
Preflight inspection mess up FROM Thomas H. Nadeau
Finding Misty Fast FACS FROM Tom Rountree
Pissing people off FROM David Smith
Crewman seeking scout pilot FROM Russ Underwood
Honoring our fallen FROM Michael H. Campbell
Idea for Aviator FROM Larry Clark
Training at Fort Wolters FROM Dick Hale
Cub Scouts FROM Mike Law
Air Medal organization FROM Lee Stanley
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES:
Fort Wolters Chapter BY Adam Steczko
Washington State Chapter BY Chris Farwell
Mid South Chapter BY Chris Horton
Southern California Chapter BY Ed Holguin
VHPA of Florida BY Ken Mulholland
Ohio River LZ Chapter BY John Flanagan
North Carolina Chapter BY Bill Doran
Rocky Mountain Chapter BY Ed Fickes
Arizona Chapter BY Bill Sorenson
TAPS:
Donald Harold Bowers - Gino Ray Del Carlo - John T. "Jack" Glennon - Terry Langille - Joseph H. Morton Sr. - William L. "Willie" Ruf - William "Bill" C. Snipes - Paul M. Smith - Jack Burton Smith - William Edward "Bill" Takacs - Raymond Myers Trott - George Mike Zuvela Jr.
VHPA BRIEFS:
ADVA interested in documents BY Leslie Hines
Crewmen plan mini-reunion BY Paul S. Pelland
REUNION:
San Antonio headquarters located on River Walk BY Dana Young
Words opened a new world BY Julie Kink
Reunion Schedule
Burkett to speak at lunch BY Angelo Spelios
New Braunfels parade BY Roy Knippa
Poker tournament BY Jack Salm
Veterans benefit forum BY Rich Buzen
War stories, historic presentations BY Jim Fulbrook
Women's forum BY Rich Buzen
Phoenix Reunion BY Angelo Spelios
Polling company surveys members BY Jack Salm
Volume: 25
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 2007
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 18 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Whitten
LETTERS:
Operations coordinator collecting nicknames FROM John Brennan
The long arm of a TAC FROM Pat Ewing
Looking for Illinois recipients of DFC FROM David Grubb
Coming to grips with friend's death FROM Glen McEntire
Is Hall of Fame a general's club? FROM Bob Baird
Friend's ex-wife looking for pilot FROM Cece Jones
Preflight inspection mess up FROM Thomas H. Nadeau
Finding Misty Fast FACS FROM Tom Rountree
Pissing people off FROM David Smith
Crewman seeking scout pilot FROM Russ Underwood
Honoring our fallen FROM Michael H. Campbell
Idea for Aviator FROM Larry Clark
Training at Fort Wolters FROM Dick Hale
Cub Scouts FROM Mike Law
Air Medal organization FROM Lee Stanley
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES:
Fort Wolters Chapter BY Adam Steczko
Washington State Chapter BY Chris Farwell
Mid South Chapter BY Chris Horton
Southern California Chapter BY Ed Holguin
VHPA of Florida BY Ken Mulholland
Ohio River LZ Chapter BY John Flanagan
North Carolina Chapter BY Bill Doran
Rocky Mountain Chapter BY Ed Fickes
Arizona Chapter BY Bill Sorenson
TAPS:
Donald Harold Bowers - Gino Ray Del Carlo - John T. "Jack" Glennon - Terry Langille - Joseph H. Morton Sr. - William L. "Willie" Ruf - William "Bill" C. Snipes - Paul M. Smith - Jack Burton Smith - William Edward "Bill" Takacs - Raymond Myers Trott - George Mike Zuvela Jr.
VHPA BRIEFS:
ADVA interested in documents BY Leslie Hines
Crewmen plan mini-reunion BY Paul S. Pelland
REUNION:
San Antonio headquarters located on River Walk BY Dana Young
Words opened a new world BY Julie Kink
Reunion Schedule
Burkett to speak at lunch BY Angelo Spelios
New Braunfels parade BY Roy Knippa
Poker tournament BY Jack Salm
Veterans benefit forum BY Rich Buzen
War stories, historic presentations BY Jim Fulbrook
Women's forum BY Rich Buzen
Phoenix Reunion BY Angelo Spelios
Polling company surveys members BY Jack Salm
Volume: 25
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 2007
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 18 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter - Citrus Heights, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610729
[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Whitten
LETTERS:
Looking for the family of Paul Getz FROM Kevin D. Kesler
VHPA Scholarship program works FROM Jim Oden
FEATURES:
After action report - return to Vietnam BY John Mackel
Army Pilot earns Distinguished Service Cross for rescue of downed air crew in Vietnam BY Fred L. Borch
REUNION:
Detailed Schedule of activities
Exciting news regarding the veterans seminar BY Rich Buzen
The "unofficial' members motorcycle ride (VIII) BY Dennis DeWine
Jim Kreutz asks.... Am I a hero? BY Jim Kreutz
We were soldiers then and young BY Paul S. Gould
John Bradford's tale of heroism in the A Shau Valley BY John W. Bradford
"The rest of the story" on this issue's back cover photos
The story of the VHPA's Calendar Project BY Mike Law
TAPS:
Lowell Edgar Thomas - Thomas W. Hall - David Eugene Holt - Edward L. James - William D. Macey - Gerald D. Paul - Kurt Rhodehamel
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES:
Georgia Chapter BY Bill Stanley
VHPA of Florida BY Don Welch
North Carolina Chapter BY J.D. Lawson
Ohio River Chapter BY John Flanagan
Mid-South Chapter BY Chris Horton
California South Chapter BY Ed Holguin
Washington State Chapter BY Paul Fleming
Fort Worth Chapter BY Adam Steczko
Rocky Mountain Chapter BY Ed Fickes
California North Chapter BY Ken Fritz
Volume: 26
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2008
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Whitten
LETTERS:
Looking for the family of Paul Getz FROM Kevin D. Kesler
VHPA Scholarship program works FROM Jim Oden
FEATURES:
After action report - return to Vietnam BY John Mackel
Army Pilot earns Distinguished Service Cross for rescue of downed air crew in Vietnam BY Fred L. Borch
REUNION:
Detailed Schedule of activities
Exciting news regarding the veterans seminar BY Rich Buzen
The "unofficial' members motorcycle ride (VIII) BY Dennis DeWine
Jim Kreutz asks.... Am I a hero? BY Jim Kreutz
We were soldiers then and young BY Paul S. Gould
John Bradford's tale of heroism in the A Shau Valley BY John W. Bradford
"The rest of the story" on this issue's back cover photos
The story of the VHPA's Calendar Project BY Mike Law
TAPS:
Lowell Edgar Thomas - Thomas W. Hall - David Eugene Holt - Edward L. James - William D. Macey - Gerald D. Paul - Kurt Rhodehamel
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES:
Georgia Chapter BY Bill Stanley
VHPA of Florida BY Don Welch
North Carolina Chapter BY J.D. Lawson
Ohio River Chapter BY John Flanagan
Mid-South Chapter BY Chris Horton
California South Chapter BY Ed Holguin
Washington State Chapter BY Paul Fleming
Fort Worth Chapter BY Adam Steczko
Rocky Mountain Chapter BY Ed Fickes
California North Chapter BY Ken Fritz
Volume: 26
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 2008
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Mar 2017 [Updated: 18 Sep 2017]
The Hurricane (16th Public Information Detachment, II Field Force Vietnam) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610927
[Number of Pages: 38]
2 RMK Construction Concern
5 Cultureal Drama Team
10 The Rocks Of Dinh Quan
14 Thu Duc Boys Home
17 Duster
22 Helibucket Firefighting
24 Forward Air Controllers
27 Veterinary Medicine
30 ARVN Airborne Division
33 Binh Tuy Province
37 People Sniffers
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: August 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 19 Jun 2018]
2 RMK Construction Concern
5 Cultureal Drama Team
10 The Rocks Of Dinh Quan
14 Thu Duc Boys Home
17 Duster
22 Helibucket Firefighting
24 Forward Air Controllers
27 Veterinary Medicine
30 ARVN Airborne Division
33 Binh Tuy Province
37 People Sniffers
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: August 1969
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 19 Jun 2018]
The Hurricane (16th Public Information Detachment, II Field Force Vietnam) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610933
[Number of Pages: 34]
2 LTG Ewell Interview
6 Phuoc Long Province
10 III Corps Litterbugs
13 Agriculture's Future
17 Small Boat Orientation School
20 Islands Without A War
25 11th Armored Cav
30 Hurricane Briefs
32 Forward Observer
34 Easy Rider East
36 The Priest Of Cao Xa
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: April 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 20 Jun 2018]
2 LTG Ewell Interview
6 Phuoc Long Province
10 III Corps Litterbugs
13 Agriculture's Future
17 Small Boat Orientation School
20 Islands Without A War
25 11th Armored Cav
30 Hurricane Briefs
32 Forward Observer
34 Easy Rider East
36 The Priest Of Cao Xa
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: April 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 20 Jun 2018]
The Hurricane (16th Public Information Detachment, II Field Force Vietnam) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610936
[Number of Pages: 35]
2 The World Of Saigon Tea
8 Oceanography In Vietnam
10 Vietnam's Cotton Industry
14 Cao Dai Gardens
18 Hurricane Briefs
20 Medical Aid In The Delta
25 Pacification In Kien Giang
30 Air Traffic Control
34 Short Story
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: August 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 21 Jun 2018]
2 The World Of Saigon Tea
8 Oceanography In Vietnam
10 Vietnam's Cotton Industry
14 Cao Dai Gardens
18 Hurricane Briefs
20 Medical Aid In The Delta
25 Pacification In Kien Giang
30 Air Traffic Control
34 Short Story
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: August 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 21 Jun 2018]
Typhoon (5th Public Information Detachment, I Field Force Vietnam) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610911
[Number of Pages: 36]
Volume: 4
Issue: 10
Item Creation Date: December 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 Oct 2017 [Updated: 14 Jun 2018]
Volume: 4
Issue: 10
Item Creation Date: December 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 Oct 2017 [Updated: 14 Jun 2018]
UpTight (U.S. Army Vietnam (USARV)) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610915
[Number of Pages: 48]
Combat Action
Delta Dinosaur the Army's new hovercraft at work
Push Into Cambodia another face to the war
Battle Report
action from March through May
Nightawk by 1Lt Joe Walker a story of an unusual chopper
Service and Support
Recondo by SSG Ron Taylor inside the LRRP school
Chopper Garage the life of a chopper
A Soldier's Best Friend by SFC James Klett dogs and soldiers at work
Human Interest
Alone Together by 1LT James Rauh a look at life in a leper colony
Street Without Joy by SP4 James Greenfield a story of resettlement
Miniature Soldiers by SP4 Richard Strauble a children's safety patrol
Special Features
Combat Art spotlight on soldiers and children
Brief Bursts late news affecting you
Orient's Bargain Mart by SGT Ladd Kelley R&R in Hong Kong
Nevah Hoppen humor under combat conditions
Volume: 3
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: Summer 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 Oct 2017 [Updated: 30 Oct 2025]
Combat Action
Delta Dinosaur the Army's new hovercraft at work
Push Into Cambodia another face to the war
Battle Report
action from March through May
Nightawk by 1Lt Joe Walker a story of an unusual chopper
Service and Support
Recondo by SSG Ron Taylor inside the LRRP school
Chopper Garage the life of a chopper
A Soldier's Best Friend by SFC James Klett dogs and soldiers at work
Human Interest
Alone Together by 1LT James Rauh a look at life in a leper colony
Street Without Joy by SP4 James Greenfield a story of resettlement
Miniature Soldiers by SP4 Richard Strauble a children's safety patrol
Special Features
Combat Art spotlight on soldiers and children
Brief Bursts late news affecting you
Orient's Bargain Mart by SGT Ladd Kelley R&R in Hong Kong
Nevah Hoppen humor under combat conditions
Volume: 3
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: Summer 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 17 Oct 2017 [Updated: 30 Oct 2025]
The Hurricane (16th Public Information Detachment, II Field Force Vietnam) - Serial
Serial Item Number: 2842Serial610937
[Number of Pages: 34]
2 The World Of Saigon Tea
8 Oceanography In Vietnam
10 Vietnam's Cotton Industry
14 Cao Dai Gardens
18 Hurricane Briefs
20 Medical Aid In The Delta
25 Pacification In Kien Giang
30 Air Traffic Control
34 Short Story
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: August 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 21 Jun 2018]
2 The World Of Saigon Tea
8 Oceanography In Vietnam
10 Vietnam's Cotton Industry
14 Cao Dai Gardens
18 Hurricane Briefs
20 Medical Aid In The Delta
25 Pacification In Kien Giang
30 Air Traffic Control
34 Short Story
40 A Vietnamese Legend
Item Creation Date: August 1970
Collection: Charles Winer Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 18 Oct 2017 [Updated: 21 Jun 2018]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 999Newsletter610819
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT FROM Bob Smith
LETTERS:
Information Sought on Vietnam Huey FROM Keith "Sugar Bear" Alleger
Check pilot friends, are they in the VHPA? FROM Chip Brown
Vietnamese pilot will attend reunion FROM Don Joyce
Owner of missing flight helmet found FROM Gil Ferrey Bengal
SOBA get-together planned at Fort Myers FROM Marty Heuer
Veteran's memory missing 9 years after trip to woods FROM Darlene Lewis
Vietnam War oral history to be collected at reunion FROM Steve Maxner
Does anyoe have logos? FROM Bill Medsker
Pilots gets to fly huey during VHPA reunion FROM Bill Savedge
Author writing book on war for high school students FROM Robert E. Fellner
Stars and Stripes Museum short of Vietnam issues FROM Chuck and Mary Schantag
FEATURES:
Pilot feels bond with KIA captain BY Seppo Hurme
Information released on FOI request BY Mike Law
Dogfight over Phou Phathi: Air American Bell 205 takes on VPAF An-2s BY Kenneth Conroy
REUNION:
Directions given to reunion hotels BY Jim Goldthorpe
VHPA gets ok to march in parade BY Gil Ferrey
Banquet reservation being taken
Golf tourney to be at Bristow Manor
TAPS:
Cleveland Andrew Clark - James E. Edens - William R. Hensely - Carl R. Jones - Richard Arthur Rubiolo - Douglas C. Stenberg
REPORTS:
Pilots like to get informationon CD
Wanted: dedicated VHPA officers BY Don Joyce
VHPA seeks 10 'lost' life members
Local chapters big help with reunions BY Charles Holley
Las Vegas has busy time starting up BY Don Joyce
Flight record key to getting medals BY Gary Roush
Member drive runs through June 30 BY Don Joyce
Volume: 18
Issue: 02
Item Creation Date: March/April 2000
Collection: Vietnam Center Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 05 Apr 2017 [Updated: 12 Apr 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT FROM Bob Smith
LETTERS:
Information Sought on Vietnam Huey FROM Keith "Sugar Bear" Alleger
Check pilot friends, are they in the VHPA? FROM Chip Brown
Vietnamese pilot will attend reunion FROM Don Joyce
Owner of missing flight helmet found FROM Gil Ferrey Bengal
SOBA get-together planned at Fort Myers FROM Marty Heuer
Veteran's memory missing 9 years after trip to woods FROM Darlene Lewis
Vietnam War oral history to be collected at reunion FROM Steve Maxner
Does anyoe have logos? FROM Bill Medsker
Pilots gets to fly huey during VHPA reunion FROM Bill Savedge
Author writing book on war for high school students FROM Robert E. Fellner
Stars and Stripes Museum short of Vietnam issues FROM Chuck and Mary Schantag
FEATURES:
Pilot feels bond with KIA captain BY Seppo Hurme
Information released on FOI request BY Mike Law
Dogfight over Phou Phathi: Air American Bell 205 takes on VPAF An-2s BY Kenneth Conroy
REUNION:
Directions given to reunion hotels BY Jim Goldthorpe
VHPA gets ok to march in parade BY Gil Ferrey
Banquet reservation being taken
Golf tourney to be at Bristow Manor
TAPS:
Cleveland Andrew Clark - James E. Edens - William R. Hensely - Carl R. Jones - Richard Arthur Rubiolo - Douglas C. Stenberg
REPORTS:
Pilots like to get informationon CD
Wanted: dedicated VHPA officers BY Don Joyce
VHPA seeks 10 'lost' life members
Local chapters big help with reunions BY Charles Holley
Las Vegas has busy time starting up BY Don Joyce
Flight record key to getting medals BY Gary Roush
Member drive runs through June 30 BY Don Joyce
Volume: 18
Issue: 02
Item Creation Date: March/April 2000
Collection: Vietnam Center Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 05 Apr 2017 [Updated: 12 Apr 2017]
[Number of Pages: 45]
Author(s): Lt. Col. John G. "Jack" Heslin (ret.)
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: John G. (Jack) Heslin Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 29 Mar 2019 [Updated: 24 Apr 2019]
Author(s): Lt. Col. John G. "Jack" Heslin (ret.)
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: John G. (Jack) Heslin Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 29 Mar 2019 [Updated: 24 Apr 2019]
[Number of Pages: 51]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: John G. (Jack) Heslin Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 29 Mar 2019 [Updated: 24 Apr 2019]
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: John G. (Jack) Heslin Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 29 Mar 2019 [Updated: 24 Apr 2019]
War Stories of the Green Berets, The Vietnam Experience - Motorbooks International - Book Excerpt
Document Item Number: 30100215001
[Number of Pages: 20]
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]
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]
[Number of Pages: 22]
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: 10 Sep 2025]
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: 10 Sep 2025]
C Troop, 3rd Squadron, 5th Cavalry Regiment at Lam Son 719 – Unit History
Document Item Number: 30100418002
[Number of Pages: 51]
Item Creation Date: 21 June 2011
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 28 Jan 2022 [Updated: 31 Jan 2022]
Item Creation Date: 21 June 2011
Collection: William Thomas Marshall, Jr. Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 28 Jan 2022 [Updated: 31 Jan 2022]
Book Excerpt from 'Life on the Line: Stories of Vietnam Air Combat' - Chapter 26: Letters from Pleiku (Pages 200-209)
Document Item Number: 8850720001
[This Item may contain objectionable materials.]
[Number of Pages: 5]Author(s): Phillip D. Chinnery
Item Creation Date: [ca. 1988]
Collection: Michael Sloniker Collection
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Added: 30 Nov 2017 [Updated: 11 Jan 2018]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
Excerpts from memoir: Charley Horse: America Day-by-Day, 29 July 1970-27 July 1971 - Promotional Materials
Document Item Number: 22790101001
[Number of Pages: 27]
Author(s): Richard K. Macauley
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Richard K. Macauley Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 26 Jan 2012 [Updated: 08 Feb 2024]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
Author(s): Richard K. Macauley
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Richard K. Macauley Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 26 Jan 2012 [Updated: 08 Feb 2024]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
DFCS News (Distinguished Flying Cross Society) - Newsletter - San Diego, California
Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter611229
[Number of Pages: 32]
LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN BY Robert Frantz
FEATURES:
Treasurer's Report BY Bill Bradfield
The Distinguished Flying Cross Society's Annual Meeting BY Al Ciurczak
Summary of Action: Recommendation for the DFC (Captain Armando Espinoza)
The B-17 Ball Turret position BY Steve Perri
DFCS Annual Meeting 2006
A Spooky Pilot Tells of Low-Level Flight BY Robert K. Stein, Jr.
Item Creation Date: January 2006
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 09 Apr 2018 [Updated: 09 Apr 2018]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN BY Robert Frantz
FEATURES:
Treasurer's Report BY Bill Bradfield
The Distinguished Flying Cross Society's Annual Meeting BY Al Ciurczak
Summary of Action: Recommendation for the DFC (Captain Armando Espinoza)
The B-17 Ball Turret position BY Steve Perri
DFCS Annual Meeting 2006
A Spooky Pilot Tells of Low-Level Flight BY Robert K. Stein, Jr.
Item Creation Date: January 2006
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 09 Apr 2018 [Updated: 09 Apr 2018]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
Portrait of the Enemy – Random House – Book Excerpt
Document Item Number: 3860106001
[This Item may contain objectionable materials.]
[Number of Pages: 20]Author(s): David Chanoff and Doan Van Toai
Item Creation Date: 1986
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: Printed Material
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Dec 2018 [Updated: 23 Jan 2019]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
Part A
Part B
[Number of Pages: 49]
Item Creation Date: 1978
Collection: Michael Cook Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Jul 2012 [Updated: 24 Jul 2012]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
Item Creation Date: 1978
Collection: Michael Cook Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Jul 2012 [Updated: 24 Jul 2012]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
Unofficial Guide, published by Boone Publications, Inc. - This is Fort Bragg, Unofficial Directory and Guide
Document Item Number: 19410102001
Part A
Part B
[Number of Pages: 63]
Item Creation Date: 1967
Collection: Howard Burbank Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Oct 2010 [Updated: 27 Oct 2010]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
Item Creation Date: 1967
Collection: Howard Burbank Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 24 Oct 2010 [Updated: 27 Oct 2010]
Item is Copyrighted – Check for access via the Vietnam Reading Room portal.
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610657
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Ken Fritz
LETTERS:
Pilot's remains return home after 22 years FROM John R. Becker
Warrant officer wounded by nail in his flying boot FROM Charles E. Qualline
Pilot fails to teach first student to land FROM Tom Johnson
Who sells poster entitled 'God created the huey?' FROM Ronald C. Gibes
Serviceman seeks pilots who served with father FROM David C. Woods
'North flag' patch shows a flag that depicts north FROM Roger C. Baker
Two pilots trying to find former field grade WOC FROM Russ Boyd "Boy Wonder"
California veteran plates come with CHPA decals FROM Ben Prieb
Belonging to the VHPA an honor for special few FROM D.E. Scott
Photo shows 1963 UH-1B medevac FROM George Reese
FEATURES:
The first CH-46D loss in Vietnam BY Seppo I. Hurme
The first CH-47 loss in Vietnam BY Gary Lozier
Airborne citation raises a question BY Tom Eitel
Firm receives VHPA management contract
Computer net continues to grow BY Mel Cannon
REPORTS:
In touch matches vets, kia families BY Jim Schueckler
Families registered
Father killed in Vietnam BY Amy E. Williams
Father flew helicopter
Meets father's friend BY Theresa
Holidays, snow delay newsletter BY Jack Swickard
Unit patch project archive tops 250 items BY Jay Riseden
Pilots, crew can help write history BY Gary Roush
VHCMA notes BY John H. Hastings
REUNION:
Wine-tasting a high point of reunion
Calendar of events
TAPS:
George Thomas Crowell Jr. - Michael F. Patterson
Volume: 14
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: February/March 1996
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Ken Fritz
LETTERS:
Pilot's remains return home after 22 years FROM John R. Becker
Warrant officer wounded by nail in his flying boot FROM Charles E. Qualline
Pilot fails to teach first student to land FROM Tom Johnson
Who sells poster entitled 'God created the huey?' FROM Ronald C. Gibes
Serviceman seeks pilots who served with father FROM David C. Woods
'North flag' patch shows a flag that depicts north FROM Roger C. Baker
Two pilots trying to find former field grade WOC FROM Russ Boyd "Boy Wonder"
California veteran plates come with CHPA decals FROM Ben Prieb
Belonging to the VHPA an honor for special few FROM D.E. Scott
Photo shows 1963 UH-1B medevac FROM George Reese
FEATURES:
The first CH-46D loss in Vietnam BY Seppo I. Hurme
The first CH-47 loss in Vietnam BY Gary Lozier
Airborne citation raises a question BY Tom Eitel
Firm receives VHPA management contract
Computer net continues to grow BY Mel Cannon
REPORTS:
In touch matches vets, kia families BY Jim Schueckler
Families registered
Father killed in Vietnam BY Amy E. Williams
Father flew helicopter
Meets father's friend BY Theresa
Holidays, snow delay newsletter BY Jack Swickard
Unit patch project archive tops 250 items BY Jay Riseden
Pilots, crew can help write history BY Gary Roush
VHCMA notes BY John H. Hastings
REUNION:
Wine-tasting a high point of reunion
Calendar of events
TAPS:
George Thomas Crowell Jr. - Michael F. Patterson
Volume: 14
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: February/March 1996
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610665
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY MIKE HURLEY
LETTERS:
Tennessee voluinteers sough for reunion FROM Mike Law
Orlando Reunion incredible event FROM Terry Muldoon
Warrant officer pilot saved lives of crew FROM Michael D. Guard
Was Gary Roush an IP in LOH at Vung Tau FROM Lee W. Jurney
CH-47 crash at Song Be resulted in many deaths FROM Ralph E. Chappell
Jack Jordan says thanks for help with groups FROM Jack Jordan
Pilots attended high school together before military FROM Kevin Bagley
Sister thanks Pink Panthers for kindness, generosity FROM Susan Clotfelter Blaker
Private collector seek Vietnam memorabilia FROM Franco Vuotto
Pilot's second sister meets Pink Panthers at Orlando FROM Linda Clotfelter Waldron
Retired general completes story about bombings FROM George W. Putnam Jr.
VHPA bumper stickers draw a lot of attention FROM Bill Kelbaugh
Former colleague seeks two ex-vietnam pilots FROM Bruce Purdy
Norwegian woman pilot has soft spot for helicopters FROM Unni Gran
Single emergency results in two perfect 'landings' FROM Bob Kurabieski
REPORTS:
Chaplain gets a jolt from pastor BY John Plummer "Rev. Thunderhorse"
VHPA scholarship fund off ground BY Jack Jordan
Chapter runs first VHPA reunion BY Charles R. Rayl
Delta medevac pilot writes novel BY Thomas Payne
Flying west dedicated to pilots who die BY Jay Riseden
FEATURES:
'Big Mother' had 23 detachments BY Mike Law
Facing the summer without Buddy BY Jeff Anthony
'Cold' area suddenly becomes hot BY W. Hayden "Pappy" Jones
Enemy 'sapper' causes commotion BY Bob Alberts
The net grows to 400 members BY Mel Canon
REUNION:
Scenes from reunion '97
TAPS:
Thomas Blanchard - Bradford Wayne Green - David R. Kyle - Thomas Warren Liliker - Ben Trent Jr. - Mike Williams
Volume: 15
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 1997
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY MIKE HURLEY
LETTERS:
Tennessee voluinteers sough for reunion FROM Mike Law
Orlando Reunion incredible event FROM Terry Muldoon
Warrant officer pilot saved lives of crew FROM Michael D. Guard
Was Gary Roush an IP in LOH at Vung Tau FROM Lee W. Jurney
CH-47 crash at Song Be resulted in many deaths FROM Ralph E. Chappell
Jack Jordan says thanks for help with groups FROM Jack Jordan
Pilots attended high school together before military FROM Kevin Bagley
Sister thanks Pink Panthers for kindness, generosity FROM Susan Clotfelter Blaker
Private collector seek Vietnam memorabilia FROM Franco Vuotto
Pilot's second sister meets Pink Panthers at Orlando FROM Linda Clotfelter Waldron
Retired general completes story about bombings FROM George W. Putnam Jr.
VHPA bumper stickers draw a lot of attention FROM Bill Kelbaugh
Former colleague seeks two ex-vietnam pilots FROM Bruce Purdy
Norwegian woman pilot has soft spot for helicopters FROM Unni Gran
Single emergency results in two perfect 'landings' FROM Bob Kurabieski
REPORTS:
Chaplain gets a jolt from pastor BY John Plummer "Rev. Thunderhorse"
VHPA scholarship fund off ground BY Jack Jordan
Chapter runs first VHPA reunion BY Charles R. Rayl
Delta medevac pilot writes novel BY Thomas Payne
Flying west dedicated to pilots who die BY Jay Riseden
FEATURES:
'Big Mother' had 23 detachments BY Mike Law
Facing the summer without Buddy BY Jeff Anthony
'Cold' area suddenly becomes hot BY W. Hayden "Pappy" Jones
Enemy 'sapper' causes commotion BY Bob Alberts
The net grows to 400 members BY Mel Canon
REUNION:
Scenes from reunion '97
TAPS:
Thomas Blanchard - Bradford Wayne Green - David R. Kyle - Thomas Warren Liliker - Ben Trent Jr. - Mike Williams
Volume: 15
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 1997
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
Vietnam Center & Sam Johnson Vietnam Archive
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Address
Texas Tech University, Box 41041, Lubbock, TX 79409 -
Phone
(806)742-9010 -
Email
vnca@ttu.edu