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The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610626
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
A Salute to a friend FROM Roy A. Rogers
An uncle looks for David FROM John A. Wortring
Members and friends at Oshkosh FROM Bill Chak
Thanks FROM Herm Busse
Army floats FROM Ted Wix
What is it- September '89 FROM Tom Nesbitt
Bunn is beautiful FROM Kenny Bunn
Damn the tornadoes... full speed ahead FROM Royce D. Raley
Calling Card FROM Steve Dillman
A great escape FROM Michael E. Stamilio
Read any good books lately? FROM Mike Law
Special forces choppers FROM Richard Lubic
Letter to a door gunner FROM Ned Flecke
Memories-the traveling wall FROM Kenneth L. Mayberry
Dear sirs: FROM Tim Johnson
REUNION:
New Orleans 7th annual VHPA reunion information BY Gary Slaughter
Schedule
TAPS:
John W. Sims Jr. - Michael Patrick Madden
Volume: 7
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: March 1990
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610629
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL FROM Greg Ross
LETTERS:
The brotherhood continues FROM Henry C. (Hank) Marshall
The family grows FROM Debi Spivey
Original 66 FROM Fred D. Ferlito
Kris FROM Pappy Jones
The sacred seiko FROM Mike Stratton
The infant FROM Michael Moore
A hotel in NHA Trang -Tet 68 FROM Rick Coonce
A dull thud FROM Michael Wegner
Outlaw 26 (Jefferson Airplane) FROM Tim Hostetler
Psyops-scorched earth policy FROM Roger Stockham
Life member recognition
Upcoming events
REUNION:
Reno Update FROM Tom Pearcy
8th Annual VHPA reunion schedule July 4th - 7th
Volume: 9
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: Spring 1991
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610633
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Greg Ross
FROM THE EDITOR BY Mike McDonald
LETTERS:
5000 Brothers found FROM Robert Drury
Daughter's search FROM Robin Leding
Caspers and Infernos FROM Randall J. Plese and Kenneth A. Thomas
Members of the 212th aviation battalion, where are you? FROM CW2 Shane G. Stonesifer
Ghost meets savior FROM Richard Sebastian
Firsts for the 118th FROM Jack Clark
A surprise for Lyle FROM Harold Bearden and Mick Guttau
Thank you
The final flight home of the Phoenix FROM Mike Sloniker
Another crew comes home FROM Jerry Daly
Block of time FROM Jack Huack
Friends FROM Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Dicks
Pigfest FROM Steven Bookout
RVN Map FROM Bill Greenlaugh
Gathering at HAI FROM Gary Slaughter
Dear VHPA members FROM Jack Glennon
Upcoming events
Historical committee update FROM Bill Greenhalgh
New life members
REUNION:
Reno update BY T.L. Pearcy, Sr.
Volume: 8
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: Winter 1991
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 1932Newsletter610844
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Law
LETTERS:
Pilots who made medevacs sought FROM Bill Greenhalgh
Crashed pilot sees giant hand in sky FROM John R. Becker
VHPA member gets to fly 'his' UH-1H from Vietnam FROM Ken Fritz
Old Huey brings back memories FROM Walter J. Chrobak
Black Cats save Marines in attack FROM Timothy A. Duffie
Keeping up getting tought FROM Charley "Pappy" Morehouse
Notice attracts member FROM William S. Palmer
Brother seeks aviator who just disappeared FROM Moragn Strickland
FEATURES:
Typing names routine, until... BY Ross Rainwater
BOOK REVIEWS:
Book tells Navy Flyer's war story
1993 REUNION:
Reunion lineup includes sports BY Paul Uster
Mini-reunion, seminars encouraged
Reunion bound? Follow these simple steps
Add some excitement to visit
Schedule of events
REPORTS:
Brewer dedicates memorial to veterans
VHPA represented well at 1993 HAI convention BY Jack Jordan
Volume: 11
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: April 1993
Collection: Mr. Don Cameron Thomson Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Apr 2017 [Updated: 30 Aug 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 1932Newsletter610847
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL FROM Greg Ross
LETTERS:
The brotherhood continues FROM Henry C. (Hank) Marshall
The family grows FROM Debi Spivey
Original 66 FROM Fred D. Ferlito
Kris FROM Pappy Jones
The sacred seiko FROM Mike Stratton
The infant FROM Michael Moore
A hotel in NHA Trang -Tet 68 FROM Rick Coonce
A dull thud FROM Michael Wegner
Outlaw 26 (Jefferson Airplane) FROM Tim Hostetler
Psyops-scorched earth policy FROM Roger Stockham
Life member recognition
Upcoming events
REUNION:
Reno Update FROM Tom Pearcy
8th Annual VHPA reunion schedule July 4th - 7th
Volume: 9
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: Spring 1991
Collection: Mr. Don Cameron Thomson Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Apr 2017 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter610851
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Law
LETTERS:
Pilots who made medevacs sought FROM Bill Greenhalgh
Crashed pilot sees giant hand in sky FROM John R. Becker
VHPA member gets to fly 'his' UH-1H from Vietnam FROM Ken Fritz
Old Huey brings back memories FROM Walter J. Chrobak
Black Cats save Marines in attack FROM Timothy A. Duffie
Keeping up getting tought FROM Charley "Pappy" Morehouse
Notice attracts member FROM William S. Palmer
Brother seeks aviator who just disappeared FROM Moragn Strickland
FEATURES:
Typing names routine, until... BY Ross Rainwater
BOOK REVIEWS:
Book tells Navy Flyer's war story
1993 REUNION:
Reunion lineup includes sports BY Paul Uster
Mini-reunion, seminars encouraged
Reunion bound? Follow these simple steps
Add some excitement to visit
Schedule of events
REPORTS:
Brewer dedicates memorial to veterans
VHPA represented well at 1993 HAI convention BY Jack Jordan
Volume: 11
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: April 1993
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Apr 2017 [Updated: 18 Apr 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter610852
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Law
LETTERS:
Pilots who made medevacs sought FROM Bill Greenhalgh
Crashed pilot sees giant hand in sky FROM John R. Becker
VHPA member gets to fly 'his' UH-1H from Vietnam FROM Ken Fritz
Old Huey brings back memories FROM Walter J. Chrobak
Black Cats save Marines in attack FROM Timothy A. Duffie
Keeping up getting tought FROM Charley "Pappy" Morehouse
Notice attracts member FROM William S. Palmer
Brother seeks aviator who just disappeared FROM Moragn Strickland
FEATURES:
Typing names routine, until... BY Ross Rainwater
BOOK REVIEWS:
Book tells Navy Flyer's war story
1993 REUNION:
Reunion lineup includes sports BY Paul Uster
Mini-reunion, seminars encouraged
Reunion bound? Follow these simple steps
Add some excitement to visit
Schedule of events
REPORTS:
Brewer dedicates memorial to veterans
VHPA represented well at 1993 HAI convention BY Jack Jordan
Volume: 11
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: April 1993
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Apr 2017 [Updated: 18 Apr 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 1932Newsletter610859
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
My heart belongs to daddy FROM John Rio
A friend in need FROM Jack H. Carpenter
Calling all thunder chickens FROM Rusty Miller
Looking for a few good men, the Marines FROM Margie Rogers
Rooney "Toons" and "Hoss" FROM Mike Colbert (Hoss)
VHPA recruiter FROM Michael C. Labareba
Finding a good friend FROM Alan Fry
Demons and devils reunited FROM L. Wayne Hall
Younger still FROM Andrew Dulay
A little help from my friend FROM Fred and Donna Thompson
Sss-lll the answer is FROM Ray Shelton
A model admirer FROM David Pellerin
Unexpected news FROM James Nathan Post
Just for the record FROM Walter Fricke
We have one down FROM Richard D. McCraig
Flight for freedom FROM Michael A. Stamilio
VHPA member John Hazelwood needs help!?!
Looking for...
Unit informatoin
Did you fly Martha Raye in R.V.N
From the executive director FROM Mike Law
There is a house in "Nu Alwands"
TAPS:
James F. Cain - Helmut J. Fischer - Dennis C. Eisler - Wayne Alexander - William C. Singletry
REUNION:
1989 Reunion notes BY Greg Ross
Left at the reunion BY Greg Ross
Annual business meeting BY Mike Law
Volume: 6
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: September 1989
Collection: Mr. Don Cameron Thomson Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Apr 2017 [Updated: 07 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 1932Newsletter610861
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
A Salute to a friend FROM Roy A. Rogers
An uncle looks for David FROM John A. Wortring
Members and friends at Oshkosh FROM Bill Chak
Thanks FROM Herm Busse
Army floats FROM Ted Wix
What is it- September '89 FROM Tom Nesbitt
Bunn is beautiful FROM Kenny Bunn
Damn the tornadoes... full speed ahead FROM Royce D. Raley
Calling Card FROM Steve Dillman
A great escape FROM Michael E. Stamilio
Read any good books lately? FROM Mike Law
Special forces choppers FROM Richard Lubic
Letter to a door gunner FROM Ned Flecke
Memories-the traveling wall FROM Kenneth L. Mayberry
Dear sirs: FROM Tim Johnson
REUNION:
New Orleans 7th annual VHPA reunion information BY Gary Slaughter
Schedule
TAPS:
John W. Sims Jr. - Michael Patrick Madden
Volume: 7
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: March 1990
Collection: Mr. Don Cameron Thomson Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Apr 2017 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475203
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
LETTERS:
Film producer says thanks to VHPA BY Paul J. Hansen
Wieck leaves, bids farewell to members FROM Mel Wieck
Association expresses gratitude FROM Raymond H. Blackman
Life member available to help with reunion FROM james E. Harris Jr.
Childhood friend seeks information FROM Michael J. Madden
Author wants helicopter photos taken in Vietnam FROM Bryan H. Willburn
Member sheds protective cover after phone call FROM James L. Caufman
German woman offers friendship FROM Andrea Marzahl
1994 REUNION:
Philadelphia site of 1994 Reunion BY Ralph Harvey
Philadelphia roots deep in history
HAI. 'The Gathering' will be in Anaheim BY Jack Jordan
Committee seeking help BY Gary B. Roush
TAPS:
Ronald A. Gischel - Joe Tobin
FEATURES:
Chinook crews join bucket brigade
Manuever takes gunship into a tree BY B.C. "Skip" Budny
Marines set up artillery with CH-35s BY Rick Phillips
Combat assault starts exciting day for crew BY Jack Tiesing
Flex guns fail to fire after tree strike BY B.C. "Skip" Budny
Maines does superb job with book BY Alan Fry
Volume: 11
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: December 1993
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Sep 2010 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475205
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
LETTERS:
Ex-Thunderbird describes big battle FROM Jack Clark
Phone starts to ring after joining VHPA FROM Ludford T. Creef
Former Ranger says 'thanks' to chopper pilots FROM Bob Parker
Pilot wants more 'reads' for chopper screenplay FROM Larry Freeland
Robin Hood seeks video of Lai Khe FROM Col. Michael E. Haas
VHPA officer consoles family of racing driver FROM Kenneth W. Bunn
Coors thanks VHPA members for sponsorship FROM Warren Hutchings
Directory stirs strong feelings; thanks for work FROM William H. Vanover
FEATURES:
NVA training saves Huey, crew BY Ray Pollok
Vietnam vets fly Russion choppers BY Chris Genna
VNAF squadrons bore a terrible burden BY John B. Konek
1993 REUNION:
VHPA meeting attracts 300 members
Newsletter expands to six editions
Phone service tracks down friends from Vietnam tour BY Jack Jordan
Members give accounts of reunion
Splitting reunion sites had some advantages, too BY Jack Glennon
Vendors serve members at reunion BY Ken Fritz
VHPA reunion, Arizona visit very enjoyable BY Kenny Bunn
Vendors serve members at reunion BY Ken Fritz
Many people made reunion a success BY Paul Uster
Council oks 'lite' version of directory
REPORTS:
Reports of 'passing' keep occurring BY Gary Roush
BOOK REVIEW:
Helicopter pilot's book released BY Wes Clark
Volume: 11
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: August 1993
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Sep 2010 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476715
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
LETTERS:
Film producer says thanks to VHPA BY Paul J. Hansen
Wieck leaves, bids farewell to members FROM Mel Wieck
Association expresses gratitude FROM Raymond H. Blackman
Life member available to help with reunion FROM james E. Harris Jr.
Childhood friend seeks information FROM Michael J. Madden
Author wants helicopter photos taken in Vietnam FROM Bryan H. Willburn
Member sheds protective cover after phone call FROM James L. Caufman
German woman offers friendship FROM Andrea Marzahl
1994 REUNION:
Philadelphia site of 1994 Reunion BY Ralph Harvey
Philadelphia roots deep in history
HAI. 'The Gathering' will be in Anaheim BY Jack Jordan
Committee seeking help BY Gary B. Roush
TAPS:
Ronald A. Gischel - Joe Tobin
FEATURES:
Chinook crews join bucket brigade
Manuever takes gunship into a tree BY B.C. "Skip" Budny
Marines set up artillery with CH-35s BY Rick Phillips
Combat assault starts exciting day for crew BY Jack Tiesing
Flex guns fail to fire after tree strike BY B.C. "Skip" Budny
Maines does superb job with book BY Alan Fry
Volume: 11
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: December 1993
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 26 Apr 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476724
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Mike Law
LETTERS:
'Chickenman' stemmed radio call FROM James L. Caufman
VHPA member signed up FROM Thomas M. Reeves
Newsletter reader washed plane in river FROM Ray Snoddy
Old RLO honored to belong FROM Joe Papapietro
Woman seeks information about her missing father FROM Ronda M. Brown-Espinoza
Van sports VHPA logo FROM Dennis Lyons
Mardi Gras Chapter holds summer get-together FROM Roger F. Miller
Ranger seeking 'wild, crazy roto jock' FROM William Osgood
Reunion a tremendous experience FROM Ralph E. Elliott III
Museum seeks Huey's history FROM Ian Green
Directory excellent FROM Jim Alexander
Friend seeks information about death FROM James Upton
Photo shows 'Mavericks' FROM Dick Koening
Wounded soldier would like to thank medevac crew FROM Michael T. Turner
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Member comments favorable about 1992 directory
Expanded newsletter schedule announced
VHPA briefs
TAPS:
William E. Hyler Jr. - Robert F. Faith
REUNION:
1993 Reunion BY Paul Uster
BUSINESS:
HAI Convention will be Feb. 25-27 BY Jack Jordan
Lighthorse Cav hats can be special ordered BY Rex Gooch
Calendar
FEATURE:
NVA spoils last flight in Loach BY Louis J. Rochat III
BOOK REVIEW:
Book answers questions about LRRPs BY Jack Swickard
Volume: 10
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: December 1992
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 26 Apr 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476763
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Greg Ross
FROM THE EDITOR BY Mike McDonald
LETTERS:
5000 Brothers found FROM Robert Drury
Daughter's search FROM Robin Leding
Caspers and Infernos FROM Randall J. Plese and Kenneth A. Thomas
Members of the 212th aviation battalion, where are you? FROM CW2 Shane G. Stonesifer
Ghost meets savior FROM Richard Sebastian
Firsts for the 118th FROM Jack Clark
A surprise for Lyle FROM Harold Bearden and Mick Guttau
Thank you
The final flight home of the Phoenix FROM Mike Sloniker
Another crew comes home FROM Jerry Daly
Block of time FROM Jack Huack
Friends FROM Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Dicks
Pigfest FROM Steven Bookout
RVN Map FROM Bill Greenlaugh
Gathering at HAI FROM Gary Slaughter
Dear VHPA members FROM Jack Glennon
Upcoming events
Historical committee update FROM Bill Greenhalgh
New life members
REUNION:
Reno update BY T.L. Pearcy, Sr.
Volume: 8
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: Winter 1991
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 26 Apr 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476773
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
A Salute to a friend FROM Roy A. Rogers
An uncle looks for David FROM John A. Wortring
Members and friends at Oshkosh FROM Bill Chak
Thanks FROM Herm Busse
Army floats FROM Ted Wix
What is it- September '89 FROM Tom Nesbitt
Bunn is beautiful FROM Kenny Bunn
Damn the tornadoes... full speed ahead FROM Royce D. Raley
Calling Card FROM Steve Dillman
A great escape FROM Michael E. Stamilio
Read any good books lately? FROM Mike Law
Special forces choppers FROM Richard Lubic
Letter to a door gunner FROM Ned Flecke
Memories-the traveling wall FROM Kenneth L. Mayberry
Dear sirs: FROM Tim Johnson
REUNION:
New Orleans 7th annual VHPA reunion information BY Gary Slaughter
Schedule
TAPS:
John W. Sims Jr. - Michael Patrick Madden
Volume: 7
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: March 1990
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 31 Jan 2020]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476777
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
Unsolved mysteries FROM James P. Meade Jr
Full Circle FROM James P. Fazekas
Different views FROM lee Westbrook
Army astronaut FROM R.J. McCarry
A brother's search FROM Geral T. Johnson
I knew Fred Ferguson before the "Medal of Honor" FROM John J. Smith
What if...? FROM Randy Juge
Ruthless riders patch?? FROM Hank Johnson
Phoenix " At the reunion" FROM Jack Glennon
A message BY Thailand FROM Vu Van O
A shark fan FROM Jerry Ewen
Note BY door gunner FROM Ned Flecke
Who's welcome? FROM Col. C. Robinson Jr.
A quest for "knights" FROM Mike Cagle
Visitors welcome FROM Bud Henry
From the executive director FROM Mike Law
Looking for...
1988 Annual audit FROM Mike Law
New life members
TAPS:
James R. Rick Bollar - Dickie C. Hill
REUNION:
Nu Awlands "Ark Light" FROM Gary Slaughter
Volume: 6
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: December 1989
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 29 Aug 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476792
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY C. David Owens
Trader Jon, owner of the historical "Trader Jon's Bar" in Pensacola, FL receives VHPA banner!! BY Bill Pullum
LETTERS:
Unique bunch FROM Robert (Bob) Lakey
"Ageless Warrior" FROM E. Everett
"Fanny" Memories FROM Wayne Wollins
Proud of what we did FROM Michael D. (don) Rominger
'Just call me no sign" FROM Bruice Fischer, Ph.D.
The only tire cover FROM Dick Gerard
Unwritten bond... as simple as that! FROM Don Williamson
Tooth Power!! FROM Hayden (Pappy) Jones
The legend goes on... FROM Fred Thompson
Love those Teeth FROM Wes "Pigpen" Clark
"Charlie, your parking meter has expired!!" FROM Bob Odenheimer
23 classmates... 20 years later FROM Greg Ross
"Here candidate, here boy!! FROM Bryan (London) England
"You want to be a TAC???" FROM Phil Marshall
Spit and Shine TAC FROM Robert "Russ' Jones
How come you never write?! FROM Joe Sullivan Jr.
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FROM Mike Law
Looking for...
New life members
REUNION:
Reunion '88-you can go home again FROM David Owens
Volume: 4
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: December 1987
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 25 Apr 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475226
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
Unsolved mysteries FROM James P. Meade Jr
Full Circle FROM James P. Fazekas
Different views FROM lee Westbrook
Army astronaut FROM R.J. McCarry
A brother's search FROM Geral T. Johnson
I knew Fred Ferguson before the "Medal of Honor"
What if...? FROM Randy Juge
Ruthless riders patch?? FROM Hank Johnson
Phoenix " At the reunion" FROM Jack Glennon
A message BY Thailand FROM Vu Van O
A shark fan FROM Jerry Ewen
Note BY door gunner FROM Ned Flecke
Who's welcome? FROM Col. C. Robinson Jr.
A quest for "knights" FROM Mike Cagle
Visitors welcome FROM Bud Henry
From the executive director FROM Mike Law
Looking for...
1988 Annual audit FROM Mike Law
New life members
TAPS:
James R. Rick Bollar - Dickie C. Hill
REUNION:
Nu Awlands "Ark Light" FROM Gary Slaughter
Volume: 6
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: December 1989
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Sep 2010 [Updated: 26 Apr 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475240
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL FROM Mike McDonald
FROM THE EDITOR BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
Say what? FROM Larry Schnaubelt
As I sat down FROM Michael Deady
What is it? FROM Dal Renshaw
Enclosed is my membership renewal FROM Michael R. Hayes
The nose sticker "What is it?" FROM Rick King
What is it? FROM Robert Elliott
What is it? FROM J.D. Huss
Pairs to open-trips to win FROM Robert F. Potvin
I get my FROM Robert "Smokey" Searcy
The December newsletter FROM Greg Conaway and Steve Conaway
Since the September FROM Bob Horowitz
"Flying fuzz" FROM Bob Percy
A Ruffled RUF!! FROM William Ruff
21st history FROM Phillip D. Chinnery
The following may be of help FROM Jim Crawford
Bringing home the bacon!! FROM Bill McGee
Blue star FROM Jim Sanford
No classes, but tons of class FROM Jon A. Boule
Powerful experience FROM Gene Trask
"Recruiter a Go Go" FROM Dave Canfield
Wildest dreams FROM David Redden
"The dying place" FROM Gary Grow
Marine and VHPA'er - for life FROM Mike Williams
Playboy 99- Wanted down under! FROM Bernie Newson
"Rice over Rice Paddies" FROM Charlie Rice
"Top Gun" FROM Phil Marshall
Seawolf remembered FROM Mark S. Mizel, M.D.
From the executive director FROM Larry Clark
Attention all former "Blueghost" pilots FROM Greg Ross
One Vet's memories FROM Richard D. McCaig
Looking for
Upcoming events
Letter from Pleiku
New life members
REUNION:
4th Annual reunion tentative schedule Thursday, July 2nd - Sunday, July 5th
TAPS:
John R. Mullen - Warren "Matt" Sandlin.Jr - Richad C. Brims - John O'Malley
Item Creation Date: March 1987
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Sep 2010 [Updated: 31 Aug 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475242
FRONT COVER: The Wreath, the wall, and Bud Holzman BY C. David Owens
LETTERS:
President's roll call FROM Mike McDonald
Mike's folks FROM Mrs. C. Donald O'Donnell
Flying FROM Paricia Luebke
Good morning America FROM Steve Bell
Dear helicopter pilot, thanks for... FROM John Kerin McCombs
"What was it like, really?" FROM Ray Wood
Tears, sweat and long hours FROM Tom Murphy
VM06 FROM Joe Turner
Over paddies - no carrier FROM Allen Andrus
"Hiss and P---" memories FROM Ronald Merritt
Thankful 'bulldog' FROM Douglass Scott
"Strike" praise FROM Vic Gilliland
Bulldog trauma FROM John Barber
Air relic news FROM Jim Spiers
Like VHPA (and Bob) FROM Linda Riutta
Bounty hunter FROM Clinton Cain
"Glassy-eyed" FROM Jerry Gray
"No slip" newsletter FROM Bill Lawson
Looking for a 'blueghost' FROM Tim Petersen
"Early day stories" FROM Bill McGee
51B-35th Coming up FROM Dick Foreman
"Millions of miles" FROM Joseph McGovern
Super recruiter loved reunion FROM Bob Clark
"Missed by 38" FROM Bill Grauling
"Better late" FROM James Nathan Post
Brother! Check these brothers! FROM Robert Fila
Impressive Reunion FROM Don Beatty
The Cobra Company FROM Wayne Mutza
REUNION:
Reunion '86 - After action report
Annual business meeting BY C. David Owens
Attention all Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine, and Navy Pilots!! BY Mike Law
Fourth Annual Reunion BY Jay Elliott
Item Creation Date: September 1986
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Sep 2010 [Updated: 31 Aug 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610644
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
LETTERS:
Film producer says thanks to VHPA BY Paul J. Hansen
Wieck leaves, bids farewell to members FROM Mel Wieck
Association expresses gratitude FROM Raymond H. Blackman
Life member available to help with reunion FROM James E. Harris Jr.
Childhood friend seeks information FROM Michael J. Madden
Author wants helicopter photos taken in Vietnam FROM Bryan H. Willburn
Member sheds protective cover after phone call FROM James L. Caufman
German woman offers friendship FROM Andrea Marzahl
1994 REUNION:
Philadelphia site of 1994 Reunion BY Ralph Harvey
Philadelphia roots deep in history
HAI. 'The Gathering' will be in Anaheim BY Jack Jordan
Committee seeking help BY Gary B. Roush
TAPS:
Ronald A. Gischel - Joe Tobin
FEATURES:
Chinook crews join bucket brigade
Manuever takes gunship into a tree BY B.C. "Skip" Budny
Marines set up artillery with CH-35s BY Rick Phillips
Combat assault starts exciting day for crew BY Jack Tiesing
Flex guns fail to fire after tree strike BY B.C. "Skip" Budny
Maines does superb job with book BY Alan Fry
Volume: 11
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: December 1993
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610612
FRONT COVER: The Wreath, the wall, and Bud Holzman BY C. David Owens
LETTERS:
President's roll call FROM Mike McDonald
Mike's folks FROM Mrs. C. Donald O'Donnell
Flying FROM Paricia Luebke
Good morning America FROM Steve Bell
Dear helicopter pilot, thanks for... FROM John Kerin McCombs
"What was it like, really?" FROM Ray Wood
Tears, sweat and long hours FROM Tom Murphy
VM06 FROM Joe Turner
Over paddies - no carrier FROM Allen Andrus
"Hiss and P---" memories FROM Ronald Merritt
Thankful 'bulldog' FROM Douglass Scott
"Strike" praise FROM Vic Gilliland
Bulldog trauma FROM John Barber
Air relic news FROM Jim Spiers
Like VHPA (and Bob) FROM Linda Riutta
Bounty hunter FROM Clinton Cain
"Glassy-eyed" FROM Jerry Gray
"No slip" newsletter FROM Bill Lawson
Looking for a 'blueghost' FROM Tim Petersen
"Early day stories" FROM Bill McGee
51B-35th Coming up FROM Dick Foreman
"Millions of miles" FROM Joseph McGovern
Super recruiter loved reunion FROM Bob Clark
"Missed by 38" FROM Bill Grauling
"Better late" FROM James Nathan Post
Brother! Check these brothers! FROM Robert Fila
Impressive Reunion FROM Don Beatty
The Cobra Company FROM Wayne Mutza
REUNION:
Reunion '86 - After action report
Annual business meeting BY C. David Owens
Attention all Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine, and Navy Pilots!! BY Mike Law
Fourth Annual Reunion BY Jay Elliott
Item Creation Date: September 1986
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610614
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL FROM Mike McDonald
FROM THE EDITOR BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
Say what? FROM Larry Schnaubelt
As I sat down FROM Michael Deady
What is it? FROM Dal Renshaw
Enclosed is my membership renewal FROM Michael R. Hayes
The nose sticker "What is it?" FROM Rick King
What is it? FROM Robert Elliott
What is it? FROM J.D. Huss
Pairs to open-trips to win FROM Robert F. Potvin
I get my FROM Robert "Smokey" Searcy
The December newsletter FROM Greg Conaway and Steve Conaway
Since the September FROM Bob Horowitz
"Flying fuzz" FROM Bob Percy
A Ruffled RUF!! FROM William Ruff
21st history FROM Phillip D. Chinnery
The following may be of help FROM Jim Crawford
Bringing home the bacon!! FROM Bill McGee
Blue star FROM Jim Sanford
No classes, but tons of class FROM Jon A. Boule
Powerful experience FROM Gene Trask
"Recruiter a Go Go" FROM Dave Canfield
Wildest dreams FROM David Redden
"The dying place" FROM Gary Grow
Marine and VHPA'er - for life FROM Mike Williams
Playboy 99- Wanted down under! FROM Bernie Newson
"Rice over Rice Paddies" FROM Charlie Rice
"Top Gun" FROM Phil Marshall
Seawolf remembered FROM Mark S. Mizel, M.D.
From the executive director FROM Larry Clark
Attention all former "Blueghost" pilots FROM Greg Ross
One Vet's memories FROM Richard D. McCaig
Looking for
Upcoming events
Letter from Pleiku
New life members
REUNION:
4th Annual reunion tentative schedule Thursday, July 2nd - Sunday, July 5th
TAPS:
John R. Mullen - Warren "Matt" Sandlin.Jr - Richad C. Brims - John O'Malley
Item Creation Date: March 1987
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 31 Aug 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610642
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
LETTERS:
Ex-Thunderbird describes big battle FROM Jack Clark
Phone starts to ring after joining VHPA FROM Ludford T. Creef
Former Ranger says 'thanks' to chopper pilots FROM Bob Parker
Pilot wants more 'reads' for chopper screenplay FROM Larry Freeland
Robin Hood seeks video of Lai Khe FROM Col. Michael E. Haas
VHPA officer consoles family of racing driver FROM Kenneth W. Bunn
Coors thanks VHPA members for sponsorship FROM Warren Hutchings
Directory stirs strong feelings; thanks for work FROM William H. Vanover
FEATURES:
NVA training saves Huey, crew BY Ray Pollok
Vietnam vets fly Russion choppers BY Chris Genna
VNAF squadrons bore a terrible burden BY John B. Konek
1993 REUNION:
VHPA meeting attracts 300 members
Newsletter expands to six editions
Phone service tracks down friends from Vietnam tour BY Jack Jordan
Members give accounts of reunion
Splitting reunion sites had some advantages, too BY Jack Glennon
Vendors serve members at reunion BY Ken Fritz
VHPA reunion, Arizona visit very enjoyable BY Kenny Bunn
Vendors serve members at reunion BY Ken Fritz
Many people made reunion a success BY Paul Uster
Council oks 'lite' version of directory
REPORTS:
Reports of 'passing' keep occurring BY Gary Roush
BOOK REVIEW:
Helicopter pilot's book released BY Wes Clark
Volume: 11
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: August 1993
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610625
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
Unsolved mysteries FROM James P. Meade Jr
Full Circle FROM James P. Fazekas
Different views FROM lee Westbrook
Army astronaut FROM R.J. McCarry
A brother's search FROM Geral T. Johnson
I knew Fred Ferguson before the "Medal of Honor" FROM John J. Smith
What if...? FROM Randy Juge
Ruthless riders patch?? FROM Hank Johnson
Phoenix " At the reunion" FROM Jack Glennon
A message BY Thailand FROM Vu Van O
A shark fan FROM Jerry Ewen
Note BY door gunner FROM Ned Flecke
Who's welcome? FROM Col. C. Robinson Jr.
A quest for "knights" FROM Mike Cagle
Visitors welcome FROM Bud Henry
From the executive director FROM Mike Law
Looking for...
1988 Annual audit FROM Mike Law
New life members
TAPS:
James R. Rick Bollar - Dickie C. Hill
REUNION:
Nu Awlands "Ark Light" FROM Gary Slaughter
Volume: 6
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: December 1989
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 1932Newsletter610842
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
LETTERS:
Film producer says thanks to VHPA BY Paul J. Hansen
Wieck leaves, bids farewell to members FROM Mel Wieck
Association expresses gratitude FROM Raymond H. Blackman
Life member available to help with reunion FROM James E. Harris Jr.
Childhood friend seeks information FROM Michael J. Madden
Author wants helicopter photos taken in Vietnam FROM Bryan H. Willburn
Member sheds protective cover after phone call FROM James L. Caufman
German woman offers friendship FROM Andrea Marzahl
1994 REUNION:
Philadelphia site of 1994 Reunion BY Ralph Harvey
Philadelphia roots deep in history
HAI. 'The Gathering' will be in Anaheim BY Jack Jordan
Committee seeking help BY Gary B. Roush
TAPS:
Ronald A. Gischel - Joe Tobin
FEATURES:
Chinook crews join bucket brigade
Manuever takes gunship into a tree BY B.C. "Skip" Budny
Marines set up artillery with CH-35s BY Rick Phillips
Combat assault starts exciting day for crew BY Jack Tiesing
Flex guns fail to fire after tree strike BY B.C. "Skip" Budny
Maines does superb job with book BY Alan Fry
Volume: 11
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: December 1993
Collection: Mr. Don Cameron Thomson Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Apr 2017 [Updated: 07 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 1932Newsletter610860
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
Unsolved mysteries FROM James P. Meade Jr
Full Circle FROM James P. Fazekas
Different views FROM lee Westbrook
Army astronaut FROM R.J. McCarry
A brother's search FROM Geral T. Johnson
I knew Fred Ferguson before the "Medal of Honor" FROM John J. Smith
What if...? FROM Randy Juge
Ruthless riders patch?? FROM Hank Johnson
Phoenix " At the reunion" FROM Jack Glennon
A message BY Thailand FROM Vu Van O
A shark fan FROM Jerry Ewen
Note BY door gunner FROM Ned Flecke
Who's welcome? FROM Col. C. Robinson Jr.
A quest for "knights" FROM Mike Cagle
Visitors welcome FROM Bud Henry
From the executive director FROM Mike Law
Looking for...
1988 Annual audit FROM Mike Law
New life members
TAPS:
James R. Rick Bollar - Dickie C. Hill
REUNION:
Nu Awlands "Ark Light" FROM Gary Slaughter
Volume: 6
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: December 1989
Collection: Mr. Don Cameron Thomson Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Apr 2017 [Updated: 01 Sep 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475199
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn
LETTERS:
Boxing champs visit with pilots FROM Kenny Bunn, Jack Swickard
Pilot finds pals at first reunion FROM John A. Plummer
Battalion designated an aviation regiment FROM COl. Donald E. Vinson
Distinguished Flying Cross Society being organized FROM Alexander D. Ciurczak
'Oulaw'pilots compiling history of aviation unit FROM CW2 Dan McClinton
VHPA member wins Broken Wing award FROM Robert D. Hohman
Newsletter e-mail address good news for member FROM Alfred J. Clemens
Idea to use e-mail among pilots great FROM Loran Haworth
Mel Canon's article about email excellent FROM Doug Russell
It's great to visit over information superhighway FROM Richard Yood
Ex-Marine helo pilot impressed with reunion FROM Nernie McGinley
Huey being restored for Vietnam museum FROM John H.B. Pope
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Air-space museum plans Vietnam exhibit BY Phil Marshall
TAPS:
Stanley D. Arnold - Warren Bahlke - William C. Cantrell - Tom Johnson - John Luedtke - Jimmy V. Dobbs
REUNION:
Peach water tower set mood for trip BY Kenny Bunn
VHPA can access 70 million addresses BY Phil Marshall
Officers, chairmen report to VHPA
Marshall notes comments
FEATURES:
Night flying in Vietnam frightening BY Jim Schueckler
How Hornets' Corner got its name BY James Patterson
Two CH-47 missions controversial BY John Konek
Volume: 12
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: August 1994
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Sep 2010 [Updated: 03 May 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475200
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
VHPA chapters
BRIEFS:
Veteran posters available
Packet available to vendors
Council sets agenda dealine
Seeking VHPA office?
Cruise for pilots almost a reality
Letters:
Vietnam War relics will be displayed at VHPA reunion FROM George G. Reese
What are the origins of hats, solo wings? FROM George D. Dyer "Spoor 5"
Lam Son 719 articles to be released again FROM Douglas M.F. Womack
Planning on attending FROM Jim E. Fulbrook
Helicopter pilot writes 'ode to an ugly aircraft' FROM Patrick P. O'Connell
Writer seeks photos of H, D model hueys FROM Joe Whisenhunt
Models available to help with women's memorial FROM Dianne Carlson Evans
VHPA members fly combat together again FROM John M. Harris
TAPS:
Clyde E. Lassen - Frank J. Sheperis
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
VHPA historical reference directory volume available
VHPAers man booth at AAAA BY Phil Shaeffer, Larry Bruce
Directory dedicated to Lam Son 719 BY Mike Law
REUNION:
Countdown to reunion under way BY Ralph Harvey
Vendors out in force at the Philly reunion BY Ken Fritz
Col. Strayer to describe Son Tay raider at reunion
Mini-reunions listed for July 2, 3
Hotels, phone numberss, rates listed
REVIEW:
'Flying' along information superhighway BY Mel Canon
FEATURES:
In early days, old road maps used BY Dan Ross
Photograph brings back memories BY Rodger L. McAllister
Provisional brigade active during existence BY Bob Nevins
Volume: 12
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: June 1994
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Sep 2010 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475214
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Gary Slaughter
Memorabilia to be on display
Seeking VHPA office? BY Ken Fritz
LETTERS:
Visitor surprises VHPA member FROM Tom Tolar Jr.
VHPA members help judge competitions FROM Jack Jordan
Cousin seeks information on aviator killed in 1970 FROM Greg Howard
Ex-crew chief wants information on company; pilot's whereabouts FROM Jim Ritchey
Cover photo brings back memories FROM Rudy Ribbeck
Polish student asks members for help FROM Dagmara Kowalewska
Pilot's courage serves as example to everyone FROM Simon Isherwood
Son appeals for information FROM Gary Moyer
REPORTS:
Hai and Gathering fertile sources BY Jack Jordan
Banner, camera missing
Membership drive very successful BY Jack Glennon
Have you seen this crash before?
Historical Committee says thanks BY Bill Greenhalgh
Crashes kill three helicopter pilots
REUNION:
Members to get break at reunion BY Kenny Bunn
Proposed amendment to the VHPA constitution and bylaws
Tips offered for easy registering
Governor welcomes VHPA to Georgia BY Zell Miller
Schedule of events
FEATURES:
Soviet helicopters use revetments BY D.E. "Zeke" Rodgers
BOOK REVIEW:
Marine ilot recounts combat experiences
Mills' book on scouts will bring back memories BY Jack Swickard
Vietnam - the Helicopter War BY Chris Genna
Collectively Speaking
Volume: 10
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: January 1992
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Sep 2010 [Updated: 08 Sep 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475222
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Greg Ross
LETTERS:
A special thanks FROM J.M. Waugh
Rekindled friendship FROM Michael Burton
The hardest question FROM Jerry Montoya
Get "in touch" FROM Jack Shields
Finding friends FROM Michael Waggoner
Vietnam update FROM Rob Nelson
ATC in RVN FROM William J. Palmergunner
Bunn of beauty FROM Kenny Bunn
Vietnam BY on high FROM Joel D. Long
Reunion FNG FROM Fred Counter
Thunderbirds and bandits FROM Robert H.R. Nelson
Historical committee update FROM Bill Greenhalgh
REUNION:
1990 Annual business meeting BY Mike Law
New Orleans reunion recap BY Gary Slaughter
TAPS:
Mike Hammons
Volume: 7
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: September 1990
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 23 Sep 2010 [Updated: 29 Aug 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476718
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
LETTERS:
Ex-Thunderbird describes big battle FROM Jack Clark
Phone starts to ring after joining VHPA FROM Ludford T. Creef
Former Ranger says 'thanks' to chopper pilots FROM Bob Parker
Pilot wants more 'reads' for chopper screenplay FROM Larry Freeland
Robin Hood seeks video of Lai Khe FROM Col. Michael E. Haas
VHPA officer consoles family of racing driver FROM Kenneth W. Bunn
Coors thanks VHPA members for sponsorship FROM Warren Hutchings
Directory stirs strong feelings; thanks for work FROM William H. Vanover
FEATURES:
NVA training saves Huey, crew BY Ray Pollok
Vietnam vets fly Russion choppers BY Chris Genna
VNAF squadrons bore a terrible burden BY John B. Konek
1993 REUNION:
VHPA meeting attracts 300 members
Newsletter expands to six editions
Phone service tracks down friends from Vietnam tour BY Jack Jordan
Members give accounts of reunion
Splitting reunion sites had some advantages, too BY Jack Glennon
Vendors serve members at reunion BY Ken Fritz
VHPA reunion, Arizona visit very enjoyable BY Kenny Bunn
Vendors serve members at reunion BY Ken Fritz
Many people made reunion a success BY Paul Uster
Council oks 'lite' version of directory
REPORTS:
Reports of 'passing' keep occurring BY Gary Roush
BOOK REVIEW:
Helicopter pilot's book released BY Wes Clark
Volume: 11
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: August 1993
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 26 Apr 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476768
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Greg Ross
LETTERS:
A special thanks FROM J.M. Waugh
Rekindled friendship FROM Michael Burton
The hardest question FROM Jerry Montoya
Get "in touch" FROM Jack Shields
Finding friends FROM Michael Waggoner
Vietnam update FROM Rob Nelson
ATC in RVN FROM William J. Palmergunner
Bunn of beauty FROM Kenny Bunn
Vietnam BY on high FROM Joel D. Long
Reunion FNG FROM Fred Counter
Thunderbirds and bandits FROM Robert H.R. Nelson
Historical committee update FROM Bill Greenhalgh
REUNION:
1990 Annual business meeting BY Mike Law
New Orleans reunion recap BY Gary Slaughter
TAPS:
Mike Hammons
Volume: 7
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: September 1990
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 26 Apr 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476769
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Greg Ross
LETTERS:
A special thanks FROM J.M. Waugh
Rekindled friendship FROM Michael Burton
The hardest question FROM Jerry Montoya
Get "in touch" FROM Jack Shields
Finding friends FROM Michael Waggoner
Vietnam update FROM Rob Nelson
ATC in RVN FROM William J. Palmergunner
Bunn of beauty FROM Kenny Bunn
Vietnam BY on high FROM Joel D. Long
Reunion FNG FROM Fred Counter
Thunderbirds and bandits FROM Robert H.R. Nelson
Historical committee update FROM Bill Greenhalgh
REUNION:
1990 Annual business meeting BY Mike Law
New Orleans reunion recap BY Gary Slaughter
TAPS:
Mike Hammons
Volume: 7
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: September 1990
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 19 Apr 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476797
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL FROM Mike McDonald
FROM THE EDITOR BY Roger Gould
LETTERS:
Say what? FROM Larry Schnaubelt
As I sat down FROM Michael Deady
What is it? FROM Dal Renshaw
Enclosed is my membership renewal FROM Michael R. Hayes
The nose sticker "What is it?" FROM Rick King
What is it? FROM Robert Elliott
What is it? FROM J.D. Huss
Pairs to open-trips to win FROM Robert F. Potvin
I get my FROM Robert "Smokey" Searcy
The December newsletter FROM Greg Conaway and Steve Conaway
Since the September FROM Bob Horowitz
"Flying fuzz" FROM Bob Percy
A Ruffled RUF!! FROM William Ruff
21st history FROM Phillip D. Chinnery
The following may be of help FROM Jim Crawford
Bringing home the bacon!! FROM Bill McGee
Blue star FROM Jim Sanford
No classes, but tons of class FROM Jon A. Boule
Powerful experience FROM Gene Trask
"Recruiter a Go Go" FROM Dave Canfield
Wildest dreams FROM David Redden
"The dying place" FROM Gary Grow
Marine and VHPA'er - for life FROM Mike Williams
Playboy 99- Wanted down under! FROM Bernie Newson
"Rice over Rice Paddies" FROM Charlie Rice
"Top Gun" FROM Phil Marshall
Seawolf remembered FROM Mark S. Mizel, M.D.
From the executive director FROM Larry Clark
Attention all former "Blueghost" pilots FROM Greg Ross
One Vet's memories FROM Richard D. McCaig
Looking for
Upcoming events
Letter from Pleiku
New life members
REUNION:
4th Annual reunion tentative schedule Thursday, July 2nd - Sunday, July 5th
TAPS:
John R. Mullen - Warren "Matt" Sandlin.Jr - Richad C. Brims - John O'Malley
Item Creation Date: March 1987
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 25 Apr 2017]
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Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610635
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Gary Slaughter
Memorabilia to be on display
Seeking VHPA office? BY Ken Fritz
LETTERS:
Visitor surprises VHPA member FROM Tom Tolar Jr.
VHPA members help judge competitions FROM Jack Jordan
Cousin seeks information on aviator killed in 1970 FROM Greg Howard
Ex-crew chief wants information on company; pilot's whereabouts FROM Jim Ritchey
Cover photo brings back memories FROM Rudy Ribbeck
Polish student asks members for help FROM Dagmara Kowalewska
Pilot's courage serves as example to everyone FROM Simon Isherwood
Son appeals for information FROM Gary Moyer
REPORTS:
Hai and Gathering fertile sources BY Jack Jordan
Banner, camera missing
Membership drive very successful BY Jack Glennon
Have you seen this crash before?
Historical Committee says thanks BY Bill Greenhalgh
Crashes kill three helicopter pilots
REUNION:
Members to get break at reunion BY Kenny Bunn
Proposed amendment to the VHPA constitution and bylaws
Tips offered for easy registering
Governor welcomes VHPA to Georgia BY Zell Miller
Schedule of events
FEATURES:
Soviet helicopters use revetments BY D.E. "Zeke" Rodgers
BOOK REVIEW:
Marine ilot recounts combat experiences
Mills' book on scouts will bring back memories BY Jack Swickard
Vietnam - the Helicopter War BY Chris Genna
Collectively Speaking
Volume: 10
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: June 1992
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 08 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610647
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
VHPA chapters
BRIEFS:
Veteran posters available
Packet available to vendors
Council sets agenda dealine
Seeking VHPA office?
Cruise for pilots almost a reality
LETTERS:
Vietnam War relics will be displayed at VHPA reunion FROM George G. Reese
What are the origins of hats, solo wings? FROM George D. Dyer "Spoor 5"
Lam Son 719 articles to be released again FROM Douglas M.F. Womack
Planning on attending FROM Jim E. Fulbrook
Helicopter pilot writes 'ode to an ugly aircraft' FROM Patrick P. O'Connell
Writer seeks photos of H, D model hueys FROM Joe Whisenhunt
Models available to help with women's memorial FROM Dianne Carlson Evans
VHPA members fly combat together again FROM John M. Harris
TAPS:
Clyde E. Lassen - Frank J. Sheperis
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
VHPA historical reference directory volume available
VHPAers man booth at AAAA BY Phil Shaeffer, Larry Bruce
Directory dedicated to Lam Son 719 BY Mike Law
REUNION:
Countdown to reunion under way BY Ralph Harvey
Vendors out in force at the Philly reunion BY Ken Fritz
Col. Strayer to describe Son Tay raider at reunion
Mini-reunions listed for July 2, 3
Hotels, phone numberss, rates listed
REVIEW:
'Flying' along information superhighway BY Mel Canon
FEATURES:
In early days, old road maps used BY Dan Ross
Photograph brings back memories BY Rodger L. McAllister
Provisional brigade active during existence BY Bob Nevins
Volume: 12
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: June 1994
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 12 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610648
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn
LETTERS:
Boxing champs visit with pilots FROM Kenny Bunn, Jack Swickard
Pilot finds pals at first reunion FROM John A. Plummer
Battalion designated an aviation regiment FROM COl. Donald E. Vinson
Distinguished Flying Cross Society being organized FROM Alexander D. Ciurczak
'Oulaw'pilots compiling history of aviation unit FROM CW2 Dan McClinton
VHPA member wins Broken Wing award FROM Robert D. Hohman
Newsletter e-mail address good news for member FROM Alfred J. Clemens
Idea to use e-mail among pilots great FROM Loran Haworth
Mel Canon's article about email excellent FROM Doug Russell
It's great to visit over information superhighway FROM Richard Yood
Ex-Marine helo pilot impressed with reunion FROM Nernie McGinley
Huey being restored for Vietnam museum FROM John H.B. Pope
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Air-space museum plans Vietnam exhibit BY Phil Marshall
TAPS:
Stanley D. Arnold - Warren Bahlke - William C. Cantrell - Tom Johnson - John Luedtke - Jimmy V. Dobbs
REUNION:
Peach water tower set mood for trip BY Kenny Bunn
VHPA can access 70 million addresses BY Phil Marshall
Officers, chairmen report to VHPA
Marshall notes comments
FEATURES:
Night flying in Vietnam frightening BY Jim Schueckler
How Hornets' Corner got its name BY James Patterson
Two CH-47 missions controversial BY John Konek
Volume: 12
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: August 1994
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 22 Mar 2017 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
The VHPA Newsletter (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA))
Newsletter Item Number: 300Newsletter610738
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn
LETTERS:
Boxing champs visit with pilots FROM Kenny Bunn, Jack Swickard
Pilot finds pals at first reunion FROM John A. Plummer
Battalion designated an aviation regiment FROM COl. Donald E. Vinson
Distinguished Flying Cross Society being organized FROM Alexander D. Ciurczak
'Oulaw'pilots compiling history of aviation unit FROM CW2 Dan McClinton
VHPA member wins Broken Wing award FROM Robert D. Hohman
Newsletter e-mail address good news for member FROM Alfred J. Clemens
Idea to use e-mail among pilots great FROM Loran Haworth
Mel Canon's article about email excellent FROM Doug Russell
It's great to visit over information superhighway FROM Richard Yood
Ex-Marine helo pilot impressed with reunion FROM Nernie McGinley
Huey being restored for Vietnam museum FROM John H.B. Pope
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Air-space museum plans Vietnam exhibit BY Phil Marshall
TAPS:
Stanley D. Arnold - Warren Bahlke - William C. Cantrell - Tom Johnson - John Luedtke - Jimmy V. Dobbs
REUNION:
Peach water tower set mood for trip BY Kenny Bunn
VHPA can access 70 million addresses BY Phil Marshall
Officers, chairmen report to VHPA
Marshall notes comments
FEATURES:
Night flying in Vietnam frightening BY Jim Schueckler
How Hornets' Corner got its name BY James Patterson
Two CH-47 missions controversial BY John Konek
Volume: 12
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: August 1994
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: VHPA Newsletters
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476801
FRONT COVER: The Wreath, the wall, and Bud Holzman BY C. David Owens
LETTERS:
President's roll call FROM Mike McDonald
Mike's folks FROM Mrs. C. Donald O'Donnell
Flying FROM Paricia Luebke
Good morning America FROM Steve Bell
Dear helicopter pilot, thanks for... FROM John Kerin McCombs
"What was it like, really?" FROM Ray Wood
Tears, sweat and long hours FROM Tom Murphy
VM06 FROM Joe Turner
Over paddies - no carrier FROM Allen Andrus
"Hiss and P---" memories FROM Ronald Merritt
Thankful 'bulldog' FROM Douglass Scott
"Strike" praise FROM Vic Gilliland
Bulldog trauma FROM John Barber
Air relic news FROM Jim Spiers
Like VHPA (and Bob) FROM Linda Riutta
Bounty hunter FROM Clinton Cain
"Glassy-eyed" FROM Jerry Gray
"No slip" newsletter FROM Bill Lawson
Looking for a 'blueghost' FROM Tim Petersen
"Early day stories" FROM Bill McGee
51B-35th Coming up FROM Dick Foreman
"Millions of miles" FROM Joseph McGovern
Super recruiter loved reunion FROM Bob Clark
"Missed by 38" FROM Bill Grauling
"Better late" FROM James Nathan Post
Brother! Check these brothers! FROM Robert Fila
Impressive Reunion FROM Don Beatty
The Cobra Company FROM Wayne Mutza
REUNION:
Reunion '86 - After action report
Annual business meeting BY C. David Owens
Attention all Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine, and Navy Pilots!! BY Mike Law
Fourth Annual Reunion BY Jay Elliott
Item Creation Date: September 1986
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Newsletter Item Number: 2299Newsletter610628
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Greg Ross
LETTERS:
A special thanks FROM J.M. Waugh
Rekindled friendship FROM Michael Burton
The hardest question FROM Jerry Montoya
Get "in touch" FROM Jack Shields
Finding friends FROM Michael Waggoner
Vietnam update FROM Rob Nelson
ATC in RVN FROM William J. Palmergunner
Bunn of beauty FROM Kenny Bunn
Vietnam BY on high FROM Joel D. Long
Reunion FNG FROM Fred Counter
Thunderbirds and bandits FROM Robert H.R. Nelson
Historical committee update FROM Bill Greenhalgh
REUNION:
1990 Annual business meeting BY Mike Law
New Orleans reunion recap BY Gary Slaughter
TAPS:
Mike Hammons
Volume: 7
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: September 1990
Collection: Jack Swickard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Newsletter Item Number: 300Newsletter610737
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn
LETTERS:
Boxing champs visit with pilots FROM Kenny Bunn, Jack Swickard
Pilot finds pals at first reunion FROM John A. Plummer
Battalion designated an aviation regiment FROM COl. Donald E. Vinson
Distinguished Flying Cross Society being organized FROM Alexander D. Ciurczak
'Oulaw'pilots compiling history of aviation unit FROM CW2 Dan McClinton
VHPA member wins Broken Wing award FROM Robert D. Hohman
Newsletter e-mail address good news for member FROM Alfred J. Clemens
Idea to use e-mail among pilots great FROM Loran Haworth
Mel Canon's article about email excellent FROM Doug Russell
It's great to visit over information superhighway FROM Richard Yood
Ex-Marine helo pilot impressed with reunion FROM Nernie McGinley
Huey being restored for Vietnam museum FROM John H.B. Pope
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Air-space museum plans Vietnam exhibit BY Phil Marshall
TAPS:
Stanley D. Arnold - Warren Bahlke - William C. Cantrell - Tom Johnson - John Luedtke - Jimmy V. Dobbs
REUNION:
Peach water tower set mood for trip BY Kenny Bunn
VHPA can access 70 million addresses BY Phil Marshall
Officers, chairmen report to VHPA
Marshall notes comments
FEATURES:
Night flying in Vietnam frightening BY Jim Schueckler
How Hornets' Corner got its name BY James Patterson
Two CH-47 missions controversial BY John Konek
Volume: 12
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: August 1994
Collection: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) Collection: VHPA Newsletters
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Newsletter Item Number: 1932Newsletter610843
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
LETTERS:
Ex-Thunderbird describes big battle FROM Jack Clark
Phone starts to ring after joining VHPA FROM Ludford T. Creef
Former Ranger says 'thanks' to chopper pilots FROM Bob Parker
Pilot wants more 'reads' for chopper screenplay FROM Larry Freeland
Robin Hood seeks video of Lai Khe FROM Col. Michael E. Haas
VHPA officer consoles family of racing driver FROM Kenneth W. Bunn
Coors thanks VHPA members for sponsorship FROM Warren Hutchings
Directory stirs strong feelings; thanks for work FROM William H. Vanover
FEATURES:
NVA training saves Huey, crew BY Ray Pollok
Vietnam vets fly Russion choppers BY Chris Genna
VNAF squadrons bore a terrible burden BY John B. Konek
1993 REUNION:
VHPA meeting attracts 300 members
Newsletter expands to six editions
Phone service tracks down friends from Vietnam tour BY Jack Jordan
Members give accounts of reunion
Splitting reunion sites had some advantages, too BY Jack Glennon
Vendors serve members at reunion BY Ken Fritz
VHPA reunion, Arizona visit very enjoyable BY Kenny Bunn
Vendors serve members at reunion BY Ken Fritz
Many people made reunion a success BY Paul Uster
Council oks 'lite' version of directory
REPORTS:
Reports of 'passing' keep occurring BY Gary Roush
BOOK REVIEW:
Helicopter pilot's book released BY Wes Clark
Volume: 11
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: August 1993
Collection: Mr. Don Cameron Thomson Collection
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Newsletter Item Number: 1932Newsletter610863
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Greg Ross
LETTERS:
A special thanks FROM J.M. Waugh
Rekindled friendship FROM Michael Burton
The hardest question FROM Jerry Montoya
Get "in touch" FROM Jack Shields
Finding friends FROM Michael Waggoner
Vietnam update FROM Rob Nelson
ATC in RVN FROM William J. Palmergunner
Bunn of beauty FROM Kenny Bunn
Vietnam BY on high FROM Joel D. Long
Reunion FNG FROM Fred Counter
Thunderbirds and bandits FROM Robert H.R. Nelson
Historical committee update FROM Bill Greenhalgh
REUNION:
1990 Annual business meeting BY Mike Law
New Orleans reunion recap BY Gary Slaughter
TAPS:
Mike Hammons
Volume: 7
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: September 1990
Collection: Mr. Don Cameron Thomson Collection
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Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475121
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke
Donations total $6,000
Should newsletter title be changed?
Packets to be shipped quicker
VHPA remains in lawsuit
Council working on various issues
LETTERS:
Nolan did execellent job, aviation shorted FROM Retired Maj. Gen. Ben L. Harrison
Pilots, crew members could suffer from PTSD FROM Bill Ambrose
National Capital Chapter joins ROA as festival host FROM H. Jay Brown
Las Vegas reunion 2002 a fantastic first reunion FROM Gene Sellon
Ex-chopper pilot pulls third 'tour' in Vietnam FROM David L. Bonifield
Membership Directory cover looks very good FROM Dick Lund
TAPS:
Amadio R. "Bob" Fioretti - Earl W. Fletcher - Thomas Alexander McCarthy
Vote set on proposed amendment
Sweeney wins VHPA scholarship BY Tom Payne
VHPA scholarship fund growing BY Tom Payne
Flight schools theme 0f 2003 edition BY Mike Law
Time to build Vietnam museum BY Edward T. Luttenberger
BRIEFS:
Call for VHPA Calendar photos
Investment Committee needs help
REUNION:
One in chopper, one in Las Vegas BY Mike Law
Volume: 20
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 2002
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
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Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475190
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenneth Fritz
VHPA Chapters
Unit patch project off to a good start
seeking
BRIEFS:
Historical reference directory
Nichols seeks pilots' poetry
The 1995 membership directory
1996 VHPA calendar
1995 VHPA calendar
LETTERS:
Kansas City reunion special meaningful FROM Doug James
Bob Hope had planned to attend 1995 reunion FROM Dave Rittman
VHPA participation high point for parade FROM Al McCormick
POW/MIA postage stamp has a helicopter pilot link FROM Bill Kelbaugh
Red Lions' commander flew choppers in Vietnam FROM Raymond S. Shelton
Cost of aircraft a factor in recognizing pilots? FROM Jim Causey
What was in Malaria pills we took during our tours? FROM John L. Keller
Rich Hinders set standard for fellow pilot to follow FROM John L. Penny
Snake Doctor was 'Cadillac" of Vietnam hueys in 1996 FROM Charley "Pappy" Morehouse
TAPS:
Kit Beatton - Stuart L. Saikkonen - Lige "Bill" Tillman - Madison A. Wilson
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Members can help assure accurate history BY Gary Roush
REPORT:
Chairmen, officers report to VHPA
Bunns make annual trek to reunion BY Kenny Bunn
VHPA Database Committee now collecting digitized Vietnam photos BY Gary Roush
FEATURES:
WO1 nerd big, yellow - legendary BY Jay Risenden
Marines have a proud song history BY Harvey Olitsky
Aviator died during rescue attempt BY Frank Tierney
Still 'flying'
Net gets some activity at reunion BY Mel Canon
VHPA NEWS:
Chapter to be at national rally
Marshall looking for interviewer
REUNION:
Everything was up to date in... Kansas City for the 1995 VHPA reunion
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: August 1995
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
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Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475196
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn
LETTERS:
Polish militray historian seeks helicopter pilots FROM Piotr Taras
Mel Canon column was very enjoyable FROM D.I. Smith
Descriptions of CS drops bring back old memories FROM Jim Dooley
Assault helicoper unit trying to locate members FROM James L. "Jay" Riseden
'Bomber' chopper pilot shares more information FROM Ed Faught
Reunion brings four pilots back together FROM Ken Fritz
CH-47 'bomber' pilot describes normal mission FROM Walt Luelling
UH-1C pilot recalls his bombing mission FROM Gordon Ealtey
Son Tay Mission pilot thanks VHPA members FROM Jay. M Strayer
Is tattoo too much? FROM Gregory M. Gove
ANNOUNCMENTS:
Sorting history done with feeling BY Bob Davies
This is a good year to attend HAI Convention, Gathering BY Jack Jordan
TAPS:
Jimmy G. Tucker
1995 REUNION:
Christmas brings thoughts of reunion BY Bob Smith
FEATURES:
Listserver sends 'mail' to subscribers BY Mel Canon
Christmas spirit alive in far-off war BY Jim Schueckler
Footlocker useful during Hope show BY Ed Faught
Christmas truce which actually held BY Mel Canon
Night Medevac rewarded with smile BY Rod Carlson
Volume: 12
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: December 1994
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
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Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475198
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn
Seeking
Members bring 'objects to life
Membership directory at printer
Unit histories requested
Attorney's help needed
LETTERS:
Capt. Kenneth H. Brown's family wants information FROM Kenny Bunn
Was hooch visitor a long-tailed VC? FROM Mike Berry
Marine helo pilot writing book on war FROM John App
Mother seeking crew of medevac chopper FROM Nathalie Arens
Philadelphia reunion was a fantastic event FROM Billy Owen
Pilot planning book on Vietnam-Alabama FROM John B. Givhan
Artist wants Huey photos for Vietnam War painting FROM Rhu A. Bigay
Rocket warhead, fuze end up in pilot's lap FROM Jack Shields
Original 7/17th Cav members hold reunion FROM Greg Ross
Veteran wants information on friend from high school FROM Glenn Jeffers
TAPS:
Terry Adkins - Roy D. Jackson - Gary E. McCall - David Walton
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
VHPA find 13,000 pilots; 13,000 missing BY Jack Glennon
Unit's yearbook was assembled with care BY George Sibert
Reunion travels to Heartland in '95 BY David Rittman
REPORTS:
New Approach taken on KIA issue BY Jack Clark
Communicating by computer grows BY Mel Canon
FEATURES:
Marines meet VC in first big battle BY Walter Wise
Chris Noel: veterans entertainer BY Chuck Howard
The no problem medical evacuation BY Bernard E. Grady
Volume: 12
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: October 1994
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
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Newsletter Item Number: 2336Newsletter475201
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshall
VHPA chapters
BRIEFS:
'Spirit of America' available
Historical directory scheduled
Calendar
Council sets agenda deadline
Seeking VHPA office?
Committee wants details about platoons
LETTERS:
Marathon is member's mid-life crisis FROM Don Wood
Experience can take years to accumulate FROM O. Boyd Wynne
Federation has one VHPA member FROM Kenneth R. Cochran
Thank you note to pilots draws a nice response FROM Phil Marshall
French TV director seeks vets FROM Julien Meije
Sending out newsletters a great idea FROM Mel Canon
Memorial story in newsletter appreciated FROM William L. (Larry) Little
Daughter searching for father's friend FROM Jennifer Adams
TAPS:
Jimmy V. Dobbs - Paul Erekson - Clifford R. Hendryx - Gerald Dean Jones - Pierre R. Lefebvre - Richard D. Gleason - Donald Rollins - Ken Shriver - Burton "Jon" J. Vleck
Museum asks for crewmen names BY Gary Roush
HCA needs judges to help with nationals BY Jack Jordan
1994 REUNION:
Reunion begins in three months BY Ralph Harvey
Follow these directions to hotel
Hotels, phone numbers, rates listed
Chapter would like guards for helicopters BY Jerry Seago
Seeking...
REVIEW:
Video on helicopters, pilots is well done
FEATURES:
Marine pilots in lucky 66 percent BY Fred Pratt
Directory spurs search for memorabilia BY Gary Stahlhuth
'Scarfing' mission leads to downing BY Gary Stahlhuth
Terms describe dustoff pilot's life BY Gary Stahlhuth
History Book improved, but delayed
Fritz has information on Pennsylvania vendor taxes
Volume: 12
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: April 1994
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
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Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476710
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn
LETTERS:
Polish militray historian seeks helicopter pilots FROM Piotr Taras
Mel Canon column was very enjoyable FROM D.I. Smith
Descriptions of CS drops bring back old memories FROM Jim Dooley
Assault helicoper unit trying to locate members FROM James L. "Jay" Riseden
'Bomber' chopper pilot shares more information FROM Ed Faught
Reunion brings four pilots back together FROM Ken Fritz
CH-47 'bomber' pilot describes normal mission FROM Walt Luelling
UH-1C pilot recalls his bombing mission FROM Gordon Ealtey
Son Tay Mission pilot thanks VHPA members FROM Jay. M Strayer
Is tattoo too much? FROM Gregory M. Gove
ANNOUNCMENTS:
Sorting history done with feeling BY Bob Davies
This is a good year to attend HAI Convention, Gathering BY Jack Jordan
TAPS:
Jimmy G. Tucker
1995 REUNION:
Christmas brings thoughts of reunion BY Bob Smith
FEATURES:
Listserver sends 'mail' to subscribers BY Mel Canon
Christmas spirit alive in far-off war BY Jim Schueckler
Footlocker useful during Hope show BY Ed Faught
Christmas truce which actually held BY Mel Canon
Night Medevac rewarded with smile BY Rod Carlson
Volume: 12
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: December 1994
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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