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  • 2112Newsletter476649
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Bob Smith


LETTERS:
'Hillclimbers' got name in transit to South Vietnam FROM L. Thomas Elliston
Inscribed lighter found at an Arizona mountain FROM Walter J. Ellis
Photographer add information about photo in VHPA calendar FROM Bill Robie
Family contacts group releases list of names FROM Gary Thewlis
VHPA member could share letters written from Vietnam FROM Dale Broberg
World War II veteran tells of being shot down FROM Rob Glasier
Retired physician seeking Vietnam dustoff patches FROM Howard Danforth
C and O Canal Bike Trail leads to VHPA reunion FROM Pat Leary
Pilot makes Y2K flight into the new millennium FROM John Hargleroad
Hilltop Singers provide information about group FROM The Hilltop Singers
Year began as typical, then the telephone rang FROM Bettie Lou Jordan
Member helps friend of pilot killed in mid-air FROM James I. McDaniel
Pilot describes supporting SOG mission at Khe Sanh FROM Ron Miller
Green Hornets didn't fly E-models FROM G.T. Garcia
Finney a fine crew chief with 334th AWC platoon FROM Joe Riley
Flying Crane in calendar crashed FROM Tom Barnes
What is unit of helicopter on Vietnam postage stamp? FROM Wesley Moore


TAPS:
Thomas C. Agnew - George Walter Baker Jr. - Timothy P. Forte - Philip Lee Goodman - Howard Knight - Louis F. Litt - Alan L. Love - Wilbur "Sid" Sidney - Loren Carl Strange - William E. Volk - James M. Brown Jr. - Robert L. George - Jon E. Reid - David M. May


BRIEFS:
Calendar needs more photos
Age of members important
Chapter plans Mexico cruise
Southern California chapter to meet


REPORTS:
Pilot recieves N.J. Distinguished Service Medal


FEATURES:
Helicopter pilots return with honor BY Rick Lester


REUNION:
Evening event to kick off reunion BY Jim Goldthorpe
More space set up for mini-reunions BY Jim McDaniel

Volume: 18
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January 2000
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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  • 2112Newsletter476651
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Bob Smith

LETTERS:
Pilot profile tells skycrane stories FROM Max Torrence
Pilot recalls friend after Veterans Day FROM Kenneth W. Bunn
Term is 'hold' baggage FROM G.T. Garcia
Requiem display more than report FROM Bob Hamilton
VHPA does a good job with Directory, newsletter FROM Charles A. Uhlich
Couple had a great time at Nashville reunion FROM Paul Patry
Pilot's friend seeks information on death FROM Mike Buttles
Veterans Day memorable as usual in nation's capital FROM Julie Kink
IBDA seeking pilots FROM Alan R. "Al" O'Hollaren
Ceremony to memorialize soldiers killed by sappers FROM Don Joyce
Vietnam Center requests proposals for paper FROM James R. Reckner
Book being prepared on helicopter markings FROM Lennart Lundh

TAPS:
Joel A. Barbalock - Steve Canaday - Arvine Coleman - Clarence A. Cruse - Robert K. Edgley II - Jack L. Finn - David A. Herbert - James F. Hudkins - Anthony G. Kusilka - James Thomas Moran - Harold Cameron Rittenhouse - William J. Zimmerman - James M. Brown Jr. - Robert L. George

REPORTS:
Helicopter pilot dies subduing gunman
Would you like friendly websites in directory? BY Mike Law
History to focus on northern I Corps BY Mike Sloniker

BRIEFS:
Ohio River chapter to meet
Newsletter deadlines for 2000

REUNION:
Reunion has plenty for early birds BY John Powell
United Airlines the official reunion carrier
Fort Wolters IP attends reunion BY John Grow

FEATURES:
Brothers meet during Vietnam tours BY Richard Schuller
Chapter holds reunion in Branson

Volume: 17
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 1999
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 26 Apr 2017]
  • 2112Newsletter476653
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Bob Smith

LETTERS:
Found by an Aussie: Flight helmet's owner located FROM Gill Ferry
Life sometimes can be like a joke FROM J. Scott Hill
Museum seeks person who left Wolters pillow FROM Charles Bogle
Navy rescues Army LOH after shootdown FROM Walker Jones
Writer wants stories, photos about units FROM Retired Maj. Gen. Bob Brandt
Ghostrider UH-1Hs sport miniguns, .50-calibers FROM T.C. Maley
Lt. Gen. Hugh Smith heads airport division FROM Ross Rainwater
Deans' former commander writes about the early war FROM Earl McConaha
Committee to make rubbings from The Wall FROM Jim Schueckler
Who were Cobra pilots wearing red helmets? FROM Greg Ross
Article in VHPA Newsletter draws crew chief's response FROM John B. Givhan
Brother seeks colleagues of doorgunner, observer FROM Larry Stulz
Old Holiday Inn to be bulldozed FROM Charles Holley
Attending first reunion was a great experience FROM Richard J. Todd
UTT orignially assigned to Royal Thai base at Korat FROM Don Joyce
Former 1st Aviation Brigade CG discusses earlier years FROM Bob Williams
Mid-South Chapter did superb job with reunion FROM Gary amd Shana Spooner

TAPS:
Stephen Paul Canaday - Robert Duane Frazier - Richard Alan Humes - Robert M. Moore - Jim Wolfe - D.R. Woodmansee

REPORTS:
CD-ROM comes with '99 Directory BY Gary Roush
Florida chapter represents VHPA BY Don Joyce
Mid America hosts veteran reunion BY Gary Wineteer
Rocky Mountain Chapter meets in Denver BY Mike Law
Veterans stories wanted for book
VHPA launches recruiting contest BY Don Joyce
VHPA filling rooms at Reunion 2000 BY John Powell

BRIEFS:
VHPA FTX
VHPA promotes chapter websites
Poston colleagues wanted
Help needed with reunion

FEATURES:
Singing group member visits reunion BY Mike Law
What became of first Sky Crane BY Mike Law
Daughter receives wings
Bell Helicopter backs documentary on pilots

Volume: 17
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September/October 1999
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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  • 2112Newsletter476657
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Bob Smith


LETTERS:
Nashville reunion first, but not last FROM Bob Bales
Great four days spent at reunion FROM Don Joyce
Reunion '99 organizers deserve praise for work FROM John Bercaw
Reunion organization, camaraderie impressive FROM Dan Dantzler
Where is Yosemite Sam? Send him home to Juneau FROM Steve Dillman
Vietnam combat veterans meet at battalion reunion FROM John B. Givhan
Young Army aviators watch Marine approach FROM Alex Kelley
Essay describes reunion of aviation warrant officers FROM Don Joyce
Why didn't I receive a Purple Heart Medal? FROM Jack Serig Sr.
'Rattlers,' 'Firebirds' decorated 26 years late FROM Doug Womack
Pilot enjoys remarkable time at Nashville reunion FROM Jack Carpenter
E-mail address jumbled in letter about TCCA FROM Richard Hartert
Notice of death saddens friend from Glasgow FROM Sandy Mercer


TAPS:
Allen Barklage - Billy A. Davidson - John L. Freeouf - John G. Hill Jr. - Gerald E. Porter - James D. Wallace II - Freddie L. Waters


REPORTS:
Ohio River chapter planning reunion BY Bob Hamilton
Officers elected, committees report
California chapter treated to flights BY Ken Fritz
Tips on recruiting VHPA members BY Don Joyce
Database Committee busy at reunion BY Gary Roush
Meet VHPA member No. 10,000! BY Tom Payne
Members support history of 1972 Easter Offensive BY Mike Sloniker
Committee seeks more rooms in DC BY John Powell


BRIEFS:
Deadline near for renewals
Reservations available in August
California members sought BY Dana M. Young
191st AHC plans reunion
Did you have Seabee experience? BY David W. Schill
Huey part of Labor Day parade
Price drops on 1999 calendars


FEATURES:
VHPA pilot saluted as national hero BY Anthony J. Gonzalez
Clines flew with 'Ghostriders' in Vietnam

Volume: 17
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 1999
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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[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Tom Payne

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

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

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

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

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


Volume: 17
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 1999
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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  • 2112Newsletter476663
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Tom Payne

LETTERS:
Father, son visit with pilot's help FROM Kevin C. Scott
Retired master sergeant seeks items for collection FROM James D. Wooten
Call signs, nicknames would help ID friends FROM Russ Boyd "Boy Wonder"
Newsletter article gets a tremendous response FROM Julie Kink
Colleague recalls Poston, one of best pilots in Army FROM John A. Islin II
Veteran Army aircraft fly again at foundation FROM Retired Maj. Gen. Morris T. Brady
Pilot describes Vietnam tour to his young niece FROM Ken Fritz
Look for newsletter editor, then buy him a drink FROM Ken Fritz

TAPS:
Willis Aulbert III - Otto Babel - William C. Bruce - David L. Green Jr. - Gary E. Horowitz - Thomas D. Pember - Harold F. Richardson - Thomas Earl Thompson - John Valaer - Errol Van Eaton - Scott Alan Baker

REPORTS:
Website has many international hits BY Bob Smith
Barb fills out details of Huey's loss BY Mike Law
Newest VHPA chapter forming in southern Nevada
VHPA seeking candidates for office BY Joe Bilitzke
Operation 10,000 seeks 200 pilots BY Tom Payne

BRIEFS:
Photos needed for calendar
Family would like information

REUNION:
Reunion '99 schedule taking shape BY Rhea Rippey
Museum plans nationwide campaign BY Charles Bogle

FEATURES:
A.F. Spads supported SOG mission BY Seppo Hurme and Mike Law
VHCMA members help fill voids

Volume: 17
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 1999
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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  • 2112Newsletter476664
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Tom Payne

BRIEFS:
History Book 2nd edition on sale
Members invited on ride
CH-54 pilot mini-reunion
Washington volunteers needed

LETTERS:
'Stolen Valor" author dedicated, great guy FROM Martin R. Vissers
Aussie pilot recalls Vietnam war service FROM Chris Eliis
'A Soldier's Christmas' written by Strickland FROM Randy Zahn
Nebling-Ailes article brings back memories FROM Bob Evans
Ranger thanks pilots for surviving tour FROM Steve Curtis
71st AHC doorgunner seeking pilot, photos FROM Gregory D. Heinle
Newsletters being sent to cav troops in Bosnia FROM John R. Nielsen
Scout dog, handler fly home in Cobras FROM Paul V. Wiseman
Brother seeks survivor of fatal LOH incident FROM Tim Fitzsimmons

TAPS:
Robert "Bob" Acklen Jr. - Hamilton H. Howze - George P. "Phip" Seneff Jr. - Jack C. Turley

REPORTS:
VHPA bumper sticker helps friends reunite BY Gary Roush
History preserved at Texas Tech BY Tom Payne
Membership Directory off limits for soliciting BY Ken Fritz
Vietnam museum planned for Texas BY Charles Holley
Committee helps share memories BY Julie Kink
Council approves chapter guidelines

REUNION:
Driving to reunion can be enjoyable BY Rhea Rip

FEATURES:
Son recieves aviator wings at Fort Rucker BY Jack Swickard
Sergeant takes tank from enemy BY Harry R. Nevling and William E. Ailes
VNAF dustoff ability comes of age BY John Konek

Volume: 17
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 1999
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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  • 2112Newsletter476665
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Tom Payne

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

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

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

REUNION:
Activities plentiful near reunion HQ BY Rhea Rippey

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

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

Volume: 16
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 1998
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 02 May 2017]
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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Tom Payne
Volunteers sought for HAI HELI-EXPO BY Ken Fritz

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

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

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

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

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

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

Volume: 16
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September 1998
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 02 May 2017]
  • 2112Newsletter476671
[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT By Tom Payne
VHPA serious about members' privacy BY Ken Fritz

LETTERS:
Missile system predated TOW FROM Art Danby
Pilot meets instructor on Fort Wolters visit FROM Paul M. Cotter
First VHPA reunion far better than hoped FROM Ronald N. Timberlake
After-action report needed on Huey FROM Bobby Holtzclaw
Fort Campbell battalion seeking Kingman pilot FROM Beau Brumfield
Pilots meet in strangest places during reunion FROM Bill Medsker
Member looking forward to 1999 Nashville reunion FROM William J. Fitzgerald
Valuable Army aviation history on reel of tape FROM Marty Heuer
Reunion at Fort Worth extremely well done FROM Greg Smith
Minutemen of 176th AHC now have a unit webpage FROM John Johnston
E-mail helps Army buddies get together in Alabama FROM Walter J. Ellis
Aviator seeking former warrant who served with him in Vietnam FROM Dave Blackburn
Cav pilot reports reactions different from those expected by writer FROM Ken Kloppel

TAPS:
William R. Boatwright - James S. Byrd Jr. - Robert C. Lentz - Robert W. Maxwell - John B. Morgan - Charles Perry Shank

REPORTS:
California Chapter North attends reunion BY Ken Fritz
Chapter holds pre-reunion tune-up party BY Ken Fritz
Mid American Plans mini for Veterans Day BY Gary Wineteer
Reunion draws record attendance BY John Grow
All reunion events well attended By Angelo Spelios
WOC Chorus performs at VHPA Banquet BY Mike Roulier
Business meeting covers wide range
Committee operates 16 databases BY Gary Roush
Law thanks VHPA for years served BY Mike Law

BRIEFS:
E-mail addresses to be published
Historian seeking UH-1 pilots
Newsletter deadlines listed

REUNION:
Plan now for '99 Nashville reunion BY Ross Rainwater
Toast honors 'Missing Man' at banquets By Mike Hurley

FEATURES:
Wife reports death of Felipe Lariosa BY John B. Givham
Crane mini-reunion draws 19 pilots BY Jim Messinger
Mission draws chopper into Laos BY Harry R. Nevling
One person common to both Nam tours BY Thomas Payne

Volume: 16
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 1998
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 01 May 2017]
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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Hurley
VHPA seeks members interested in serving on Executive Council BY Dave Rittman
Florida Chapter joins parade in Eustis, FL BY Don Joyce

LETTERS:
Flying SS-11 'Hog' almost punishment FROM N.G. "Glenn" Brown
Conditions can appear long after war service FROM John J. Jewett
Does VHPA send letters to surviving spouses? FROM Gil Ferrey
Article about instructor receives strong response FROM Ira Will McComic
Canadian film company seeking pilot's stories FROM Pilar Segura
Helicopter crewmembers learned enduring lessons FROM Bobby McBride
Magazine writer to contact 1st Cavalry Division pilots FROM Douglas W. Nelms
Letter in VHPA Newsletter helps Ranger locate friend FROM Donald J. Long
VHPA member responds to article in newsletter FROM D.P. "Phil" DeWoody
Korean aviator friend helps track down man FROM Shawn Marshall
Korean helicopter pilots identified after story ran FROM Ki-Sun Han
Publications help keep valued memories alive FROM J. Dailey

TAPS:
William R. Boatwright - Shannon D. Clark - Evangelos Dantos - James H. Hill - Thomas Albert Mandelke - Frank Luke Pinner - Cicero Stutts - George L. Youngblood Jr.

REPORTS:
Top general salutes chopper pilots BY Allan Hoffman
VHPA well represented at AAAA BY Vic Rose
Chapter attends Florida veterans reunion BY Don Joyce
Sun N Fun Fly In big success for chapter BY Herb Nagel
Marine Corps pilots subject of book BY Tome Payne
New Directory will include e-mail addresses BY Gary Roush

REUNION:
Relive Fort Wolters experience BY Cleve Clark and Gerald Brazell
Golf tourney at Carswell
Rooms available at Clarion
Eric Burdon to perform at reunion
Tour of Bell Helicopter scheduled
Fort Worth has diverse attractions
Directions for traveling from DFW Airport

FEATURES:
Brothers fly on the sly in Vietnam BY John B. Madden
A pilot lived because of brave men BY Mike Law
Membership grows for third straight month BY Gary Roush

BRIEFS:
1998 Membership Directory

Volume: 16
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 1998
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 01 May 2017]
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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: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Hurley
Ohio River chapter plans Indianapolis reunion BY Mick Molish

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


TAPS:
Peter Abplanalp


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


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


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


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

Volume: 16
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 1998
Collection: 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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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Hurley
VHPA Headquarters will relocate, effective Dec. 1
How Dave earned the nickname 'Mud Puppy' BY Mike Law

LETTERS:
New VHPA member provides information FROM Rick Brooks
Roomate hit in head helping to supply BOQ FROM Wayne R. "Crash" Coe
E-mail addresses should be included FROM John C. Ross
Addresses not compromising FROM Leslie H. Combs
Publishing addresses a great idea BY Rodney H. Rowe
Privacy of e-mail not a concern FROM Roy E. Ziegler
E-mail address more anonymous FROM Jim Meunier
Please include e-mail addresses FROM George Miller
What's big deal about addresses? FROM Earl Doty
E-mail address directory favored FROM Chuck Restivo
E-mail addresses should be in directory FROM Jay Elliot
Publishing e-mail addresses fine FROM Barry McHenry
E-mail addresses should be added FROM Tom Hartley
All communications should have addresses FROM Dennis P. Vasey
E-mail addresses great for communicating FROM Gary L. Calhoun
Letter from comabt zone has a familiar ring to it FROM Ken Fritz
'The Wonder Warthog' lives on after removal FROM George Miller
Helicopter crewmember asks for help on claim FROM Dick Calton
Family Contacts Committee composed of volunteers FROM Jim Schueckler
Association does good work FROM W.W. McGowan II
Classmates get together during Orlando reunion FROM Larry Wigger
New Membership Directory shows 'Charlie model shuffle' FROM Ken Fritz
Why is platoon leader's name left out of listings? FROM Gary Worthy
Writer seeking information FROM Wayne Mutza

TAPS:
Melvin H. "Mike" Drake - Bruce English - William D. "Dave" Mason - Richard "Dick" I. Rehn - Don G. Shroyer - Isaac R. Sisk.

REPORTS:
Old Warrior wonders about men BY Lee Westbrook
Directory cover photo has an error BY Mike Law
War museum gaining momentum BY James L. Irwin

BRIEFS:
VHPA thanks Joe Kline
Calendar photos on CD?
Calendar features 15 photos
Photos should have been returned

FEATURES:
Some actions occured outside Nam BY Mike Law
Pilot training made up along way BY Ken Bording
Calendar has various choppers BY Ken Fritz

REUNION:
Reunion features Fort Wolters visit BY Gerald Brazell
City embraces heritage of the Ol

Volume: 15
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November/December 1997
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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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: 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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[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: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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FROM THE PRESIDENT By Charles Rayl


LETTERS:
Don Werner's story published FROM Greg Ross
E-mail message gets webmaster's attention FROM Gary Roush
Pilot proud to associated with members of VHPA FROM Rick Goodhart
Medevac pilot seeks contact with others FROM Gary L. Calhoun
Memorial should honor veterans who died later FROM Ruth Coder Fitzgerald
Aviation artist seeking advice from members FROM Jerry Anderson
'Bikinis' had a marvelous tradition to prove manhood FROM John S. Flynn
If you get opportunity, visit Vietnam while able FROM John "Graz" Frasso
Members checking records for old flight school orders FROM Leee W. Jurney


REPORTS:
Special service would honor crews BY John Plummer
Volunteers help make VHPA so successful BY Ken Fritz
Executive Council needs good people to make commitment BY Ken Fritz
Retired NCO provides information BY Mike Law


REUNION:
Calendar of events for reunion '97
'Back to the World' reunion nears
Look for kiosk at the airport
Major attraction opens in Orlando
VHPA searches for loaded '97 convertible
Reunion Briefs
Cypress Gardens unveils new entertainment


FEATURES:
Remaining crewmembers badly wounded BY Stanley C. Marcieski
Memorabilia on display at reunion in Orlando BY Greg G. Reesse Jr.
After-action report extremely significant BY Mike Law
Warrant messes with new lieutenants's mind BY Drew Boudrieau


TAPS:
John W. Rodgers - David N. Transki - Don Werner

Volume: 15
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May/June 1997
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles R. "Tornado Red" Rayl
Museum lets pilots fly family in Hueys BY Dick Rench
Green hats celebrate 30-year anniversary


LETTERS:
Newsletter articles bring back memories FROM T. Vraniak
Vietnamese pilot obtains citizenship FROM Jim Kelly
Pilot locates OH-6 with Vietnam history FROM Peter Bales
VHPA internet site provides new forum FROM Gary Roush
'Happy Birthday, Brother,' it was an exciting flight FROM Don Martin
Former Navy pilot has helicopter parts FROM Bruce O. Williams
Thanks for bomb drop article in newsletter FROM Jim Oden
VHPA member in Laos keeps up with organization FROM James Michener
Writer denies all rumors of his untimely demis FROM Andrew Hover
Journalist seeks inofrmation on friend of dead cousin FROM C. David Venditta


REPORTS:
VHPA seeking help in manning booth BY Jack Jordan
Visiting USMC History Center productive BY Mike Law
Northern California chapter launched at Orangevale meeting


REUNION:
Calendar of events for reunion '97
Reunion '97 in Orlando draws near BY Don Long
Directions to reunion '97 headquarters
Theme park puts you in the movies
Fly to reunion, drive home in car
Sebring JXi comes with a 2.5- liter engine BY Bob Smith


FEATURES:
Second medevac trip even wilder than the first BY Stanley C. Marcieske
Call can flesh out historical data BY Mike Law
Ohio River Chapter meets during rainy weekend in Frankfort, KY
VHPA, VHCMA team up on orders BY Mike Law


TAPS:
Charles E. Bitely - Michael S. Lopez - Thomas F. Doran - James Neal Hembree - Charles W. Rhyne - Donald J. Werner

Volume: 15
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 1997
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 20 Apr 2017]
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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles R. Rayl


LETTERS:
Weapons system named for warrant FROM Russ Warriner
Committee back in business FROM Bob Davies
Pilot describes rare cutaneous lymphoma FROM Denny Russo
Reunion friendships lead to New Year's gathering FROM Aaron Ault
Directory's the best FROM Duane R. Brofer
Stagecoach, Falcon pilots hold Veterans Day reunion FROM Les Davison
E-mail letter questions if pilot is named 'Alice' FROM Pete Kacerguis
Membership Directory draws changes, additions FROM Bill Burski
Class roster information used in reference directory FROM Ralph Chappell


REPORTS:
Veterans Day special at The Wall BY Mike Sloniker
Vietnam helicopter pilots are everywhere
IV Corps helicopter hisotry to be featured BY Mike Law
VHPA unit Patch Project inventory still growing
Flight class information most confusing BY Gary Roush
Unit plans mini-reunion BY Jim Cully


FEATURES:
Jim Zwit hears the screams of wounded BY Stanley C. Marcieski
Miracle at Wall: Veterans Dats 1996 By John Plummer
Grenades added while in the field BY Drew Bourdrieau

REUNION:
VHPA fund-raiser features Sebring BY Bob Smith
VHPA reunion '97 calendar of events


TAPS:
Charles H. McKeen - Joseph H. Murray,

Volume: 15
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/ February 1997
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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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles "Railroad" Rayl


LETTERS:
Seeking FROM D.B. Ashton
Chapter officer sucumbs to sudden illness FROM Ken Mullholland
Pilot find trip back to Vietnam incredible FROM Capt. Duke Hammond
Losing a Crew membeer like losing family member FROM Mark O. Hayes
Aviator reassued mom shortly before his death Julie Kink
Many families in dark about loved ones' death FROM Chuck Adkinson
Sister would like to hear from brother's friends FROm Jim Schueckler
'The Shower" a big part of civilization in Vietnam FROM Jack E. Tiesing
VHPA members perform flawlessly pouring wine FROM Patrick M. Donaghue
Flight engineer takes dog to Nam, then back home FROM George Miller
Association seeks information on 1970 loss of UH-1C crew FROM Tom Mullen
Wife of National Guard pilot writes poem about The Wall FROM Laura A. Eder
Member claims amazement at seeing gunships on ground FROM Ken Wiegand


REPORTS:
Orlando site for 1997 VHPA reunion BY Jim Basta
Santa Clara reunion turnout very good BY Ken Fritz
Fritz, EC report to VHPA members
VHPA patch archive continues growing BY Jay Riseden
Association for 2/20 ARA, F/79 AFA
Marine Corps pilot's novel is strong BY Tom Payne
VHPA offering 1997 calendars for sale


FEATURES:
Presentation causes tremor in congregation BY Mike Sloniker
VHPA member, son assist bomb victims BY Mike Sloniker
Medevac 33 in thoughts each day BY Hugh F. Foster III
Reading article an emotional shock for pilot BY Dick Ceresko
Escorting medevac caps long day of flying BY Les Davison
VHPA attends EAA Convention
Santa Clara reunion a good party BY Mel Canon
All six in back were firing BY Al Fischer

Volume: 14
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: August/September 1996
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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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Ken Fritz


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


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


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

Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: June/July 1996
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 28 Aug 2017]
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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Ken Fritz


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


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


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


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


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

Volume: 14
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: April/May 1996
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 08 May 2017]
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[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: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 05 Sep 2017]
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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: 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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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Joe Bilitzke
Membership information must be protected BY Joe Bilitzke

LETTERS:
Las Vegas reunion fantastic get-together FROM James W. "Jim" Mason
Reunion attendee says thanks for great time FROM Retired Lt. Col. Carle E. Dunn
Aussie helicopter crews served with U.S. unit FROM Ray Garrison
Reunion results in article about death of crewman FROM Bruce Huffman
Reunion in Las Vegas personal for 500 pilots FROM Rebecca Mizejewski
Reunion very enjoyable, wife won BMW coupe FROM Greg Schwartz
Vendor/pilot attends first reunion in Las Vegas FROM Ken Fritz
Thanks for good time at this year's reunion FROM Grover F. (Frank) Thompson
Article catches interest of retired Army aviator FROM Charles T. Fotus

TAPS:
George P. Brummitt - Bill J. Comer - John Hicks Dewitt III - Stoney K. Fox - William A. Hall III - Earle C. Erwin - Claude T. Ivey - Samuel P. Kalagian - James B. Kelly - Robert Eugene Lidster - Michael J. Madden - Michael F. "Mike" Mullins - Dave Roessler - Eric B. Williams - John York Jr.

Ritman stresses VHPA friendships BY Jack Swickard
Smashing success! BY Joe Bilitzke
Vendors generate $4,000 for VHPA
Vendor room successful at reunion BY Ken Fritz
Team Effort - New data received for directory

Volume: 20
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: July/August 2002
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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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: 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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[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: 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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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
Las Vegas reunion attendance up from 2001

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

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

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

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

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

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

Volume: 20
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: March 2002
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 01 Jun 2017]
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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
Las Vegas reunion attendance up from 2001

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

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

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

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

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

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

Volume: 20
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: March 2002
Collection: 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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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman
Vietnam helicopter history on Vietnam

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

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

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

BRIEFS:
New calendar full of photos
VHPA Newsletter deadlines

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

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

Volume: 19
Issue: 6
Item Creation Date: November 2001
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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[Number of Pages: 22]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Dave Rittman

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

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

BREIFS:
Unit making reunion plans
VHPA Newsletter deadlines

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

REUNION:
Planning starts for 13th CAB reunion

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT

Volume: 19
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: September 2001
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 01 Jun 2017]
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[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 2001
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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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles Harley

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

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

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

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

Volume: 19
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May 2001
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles Holley

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

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

VHPA scholarship fund takes off BY Tom Payne

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

FEATURES:
National reunion takes new direction BY Joe Bilitzke

Volume: 19
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: March/April 2001
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Charles Holley

LETTERS:
Sister has question about pilot's death FROM Linda J. Austin
Cummings known for daring medevac FROM Skip Curtis
Ex-WAC recalls 'my boys' FROM Mary Lackner-Rupp
CH-21 pilot responds to newsletter article FROM Richard E. Loynachan
VHPA Calendar highly recommended FROM Robert "Weird" Stanley Sr.
Getting lost results in close friendship FROM Jose L. Martinez
First VHPA reunion was 'Very Faulous'FROM Jay McGowan
Roger Reid flying with another pilot when killed FROM Frank Tierney
Pilot attends party as 1st Aviation Brigade FROM George Miller
Vietnam Center/Archives official history depository FROM Tom Payne
Woodcarver would like feedback about artwork FROM Robert "Weird" Stanley Sr.
Family recieved little information about death FROM Steve Gonzalez

TAPS:
Willard E. "Gene" Bailey - Daniel R. Bauer - Herbert Larry Degner - George W. Gorsuch Jr. - Rod Hooks - Marion "Skip" Lee Mark

Fund established to locate pilots BY Executive Council
Galloway joins chapter to sign, discuss book BY Lad Vaughan
CD-ROM well-done, informative BY Ross Rainwater

REUNION:
Reunion information gets an update
Take a day-trip to the mountains

FEATURES:
Benavidez, 240th spend time in hell BY Mike Austin Byrd.

Volume: 19
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: January/February 2001
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 28]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Bob Smith


LETTERS:
'Turning off' light causes a problem FROM Gary Bortolus
Pilot curious about fate of UH-1C's crewman FROM Pete Costilow
Semi-truck's trailer sports VHPA logo, phone number FROM Jay Elliott
Bell engraved with names of B Company's aviators FROM Don Joyce
Chinook on newsletter's cover brings back memories FROM Chris Peterson
Letter thanks helicopter pilots for war service FROM Randy Zahn
VHPA member honored as HAI 'pilot of the year' FROM Alan E. Rhoades
Assault company loses 25 percent of crewmembers FROM Jack W. Serig
ORWAC 66-2 seeking missing class members FROM Herb Hirst
Ceremony to honor combat medevac pilots FROM John Kaye
Nephew seeks photos,stories about uncle FROM Bill Medsker
Writer collectiong photos, information on VNAF FROM Wayne Mutza


TAPS:
Edwin "Larry" Cunningham - Michael S. Glynn - Gerald D. "Gary" Green - Howard Knight - David H. Marlowe - Robert L. Mauseth


REPORTS:
Florida chapter plans Orlando reunion BY Bob Lee
New SoCal Chapter grows rapidly BY Carl Cortez
Fort Wolters, museum productive BY Bobby Bateman
Georgia Chapter establishes website BY Woody McFarlin
Ohio River LZ plans Indiana mini BY Mike Molish
Mid America sponsors two minis BY Gary Winetteer
National Capital plans Reunion 2000
Headquarters busy preparing for reunion BY Jodi Allison


FEATURES:
Medevac pilot started tour on July 4 BY Phil Marshall
Chapter listings show local VHPA growth
Register for parade on the VHPA website BY Gil Ferrey


REUNION:
Chapters can share in raffle proceeds BY Bob Smith
Potomac cruise a reunion high point BY Jim Goldthorpe
Tours available at aircraft restoration facility BY Gil Ferrey
VHPA to lay wreath at The Wall
Registration open for golf tourney
Units filling mini-reunion schedule BY Jim McDaniel

VHPA BRIEFS:
Reunion planned at Fort Rucker
Armed helicopter unit plans mini

Volume: 18
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: May 2000
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[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: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[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 2000
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[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: 13
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: February/March 1996
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[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: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Ken Fritz


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


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

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


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

Volume: 13
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: October 1995
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[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: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 01 May 2017]
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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn


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


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

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


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


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

Volume: 13
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: April 1995
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 24]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Kenny Bunn


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


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


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


TAPS:
Terrence L. Adkins - Donald Lee Craft

Volume: 13
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: February 1995
Collection: 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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[Number of Pages: 20]
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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[Number of Pages: 20]
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: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 20]
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


1994 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: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 16]
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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[Number of Pages: 16]
FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Phil Marshal


LETTERS:
1993 Membership directory on its way! FROM Mike Law
History book for VHPA delivery set in May 1994 FROM Bob Martin
Pilot suffers major health problems FROM Hayden "Pappy" Jones
Picking up burlap bag dangerous FROM John R. Becker
Rucker officers club solicits memorabilia FROM Capt. Scott K. Wagner
VHPA reunion was a healing experience FROM David A. Roblyer
Money clip lost at reunion FROM Tim Messett


CLOSE CALL:
Standby duty becomes memorable BY Gary L. Lucas
Experience frighteningly similar BY Scott Lyman


ANNOUNCEMENT:
Deceased member status OK'd by executive council
Vietnam helicopter pilot BY Steve Pullen


FEATURES:
Mason book shows healing near BY Tom Payne
'Helicopter Valley' avoided like the plague

Volume: 11
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: October 1993
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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[Number of Pages: 16]
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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[Number of Pages: 16]
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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FROM THE PRESIDENT BY Mike Law


BULLETIN BOARD:
Reunion 1994
VHPA History Book
Videotapes still sought
VHPA seeking contacts

Newsletter seeking articles from members about their close calls


LETTERS:
Veteran to place UH-1H on display FROM Ralph Orlando
Snead artwork gave helmets touch of class FROM J.B. Morgan
First VHPAers sought for Reunion FROM Don Wright
Get-together planned for helicopter pilot songs FROM Jim Schueckler
Reunion VHPA both outstanding FROM Jeffery S. Heritage
Reunion was a very memorable experience FROM Gary Dewitt
It's never too late to fly-even after 23 years FROM Bill Ambrose
Outing brings namesake Army aviators together FROM John B. Givhan


REPORT:
Outing brings namesake Army aviators together FROM John B. Givhan


TAPS:
Larry Blackman - Thomas W. Clark - Michael B. Farmer - Bart Gottschall


ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Corporate sponsors back "The Gathering" BY Jack Jordan


VHPA BRIEFS:
THe Gathering for 1993
Naval helicopter association
AAAA annual convention
American helicopter society
Nominations being accepted
Volunteers sought for project


FEATURES:
Mike Staggs


1993 REUNION:
Members registering early BY Paul Uster
Council OK's contract with Media Travel USA BY Paul Uster


THE WALL:
Visit the memorial stirring BY Mike Sloniker
President Bush makes surprise visit
Aviators visit Vietnam memorial together

Volume: 11
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: February 1993
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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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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PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Mike Law


LETTERS:
Reunion almost too much for words FROM Earl C. Doty
VHPA member joins exclusive brotherhood FROM Wesley F. McCann
Officer seeking pilot who gave support during Vietnam tour FROM Darrell Elmore
Classmates meet in Dublin, Ireland FROM Michael Bucove
Author seeks information from pilots FROM Tom Skizekski
VHPA reunion was a poignant for couple FROM Judith Richstmeier
Chickenman helps locate Vietnam pal FROM Sal Miliziano
Pilots escaped injury in Blackjack 39 crash FROM Dorcey A. Wingo
Member says: Thanks for putting together a great VHPA reunion FROM Mike Beaumont
Old friends meet waiting for shots FROM Ed Hughes
What happened to Chinook mascot of aviation battalion? FROM Gail L. Skoguld
Address included in 114th newsletter FROM George J. Young


VHPA BUSINESS:
Membership drive a huge success BY Jack Glennon
Council OKs six newsletters a year
Historical Committee says thanks BY Bill Greenhalgh
VHPA president reports on year BY Dan Ferguson
Officers report to VHPA members
Newsletter to publish Bob Snead aviation cartoons


BOOKS:
Holley book strong on war action BY Jack Swickard
Navy nurse writes about her Vietnam experience BY Jack Swickard

Volume: 10
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: September 1992
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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LETTERS:
Writer seeks help on book FROM Thomas Wm. McGarry
Photo kindles memories FROM Dave Rittman
Pilot recalls holiday in Vietnam FROM John P. Leonard
VHPA members meet in Cincinnati FROM Steven J. Reed Jr.
Member can sympathize with letter FROM James Meade, Ph.D.
Membership directory sells organization FROM Randall R. Lindsey
Contest spurs member increase FROM Jack Glennon


Seeking...
VHPA receives HAI membership, booth space
Collectively speaking

FEATURES:
Pilot shot down twice in CH-21's BY Phillip Chinnery


REUNION:
Atlanta reunion drawing near BY Kenny Bunn
Coors donates $1,500 to VHPA
Tours available to VHPA members, guests


VHPA CHAPTER ACTIVITIES:
Ohio River Valley Chapter to meet


TAPS:
John J. Tolson - Ira C. Owens - Alan Larson - Peter Bryne

Volume: 10
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: March 1992
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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PRESIDENTS ROLl CALL BY Gary Slaughter


LETTERS:
Tuggey visits Vietnam for Bell FROM Chris Genna
VHPA asked to help judge contest
Membership contest draws entries FROM Jack Glennon
Army aviators fly V.C. delegates after war
Committee updated 1,335 records FROM Gary B. Roush
Huey not first helicopter used in Vietnam FROM Bill Greenhalgh
Mysterious chemistry working FROM Edd Barnes
Alumni have right stuff FROM Mike Stratton
Father says thanks FROM Ed Cummings
Article was a pleasant surprise FROM Wes Keith
Ex-crew chief seeks pilot FROM Tom Pierce
'Blue Max' history being compiled FROM Barry "Magilla" McIntyre
Instructor pilot sets example for WOC FROM Greg Ross


FEATURES:
Huey Pilots fly Viet Cong officers BY Dennis Hogan


TAPS:
Phillip H. Garvey - Bob Edwards - Larry Dirks - Les Morris


REUNION:
Registration begins for reunion BY Kenny Bunn

Volume: 9
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: December 1991
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 22 Feb 2018]
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PRESIDENTS ROLl CALL BY Gary Slaughter


LETTERS:
Tuggey visits Vietnam for Bell FROM Chris Genna
VHPA asked to help judge contest
Membership contest draws entries FROM Jack Glennon
Army aviators fly V.C. delegates after war
Committee updated 1,335 records FROM Gary B. Roush
Huey not first helicopter used in Vietnam FROM Bill Greenhalgh
Mysterious chemistry working FROM Edd Barnes
Alumni have right stuff FROM Mike Stratton
Father says thanks FROM Ed Cummings
Article was a pleasant surprise FROM Wes Keith
Ex-crew chief seeks pilot FROM Tom Pierce
'Blue Max' history being compiled FROM Barry "Magilla" McIntyre
Instructor pilot sets example for WOC FROM Greg Ross


FEATURES:
Huey Pilots fly Viet Cong officers BY Dennis Hogan


TAPS:
Phillip H. Garvey - Bob Edwards - Larry Dirks - Les Morris


REUNION:
Registration begins for reunion BY Kenny Bunn

Volume: 9
Issue: 4
Item Creation Date: December 1991
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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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]
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PRESIDENTS ROLL CALL BY Gary Slaughter


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


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


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


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


BOOK REVIEW:
Vietnam: the Helicopter War


TAPS:
Lt. Thomas L. Kleis

Volume: 9
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: September 1991
Collection: 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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PRESIDENTS ROLL CALL BY Greg Ross
Mother rucker opens her arms BY Gary Slaughter
Stead Air Force Base, the "Fort Rucker": of Air Force rotary wing flight training


LETTERS:
Reno Homecoming FROM TED Cochran
VHPA Member is America's latest ace
Crash Cooper FROM Richard R. Freeman
Looking for Grey Hounds and Playboys FROM Gary D. Ford
A twenty-two year "weight" FROM GENE C. Trask
Procrastinating? FROM Larry Logsden
Captain Walker FROM Jeff Eick
Ron Wright, M.M.L., suffers aneurism FROM Ron Wright


Looking For:
Upcoming events


REUNION:
Attention... coming to Reno??!! BY Tom Pearcy
Reno... Reno... Reno... Reno... Reno... Reno... BY T.L. Pearcy, Sr.
Reno 8th annual VHPA reunion schedule

Volume: 9
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: Summer 1991
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 08 May 2017]
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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: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 08 May 2017]
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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]
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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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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR FROM Mike Law


LETTERS:
A "should be" for new Orleans FROM Greg Ross
Road Service FROM Joel Willhite
Election notice FROM Gary Slaughter
Historical committee needs help FROM Bill Grennlaugh
Gators FROM Terry Muldoon
MIA's returned FROM Mr. and Mrs. Martin D. Vanden Eykel
A Crew Chief searches FROM Michael Burton
Ghostrider 46 FROM Max T. Bradley


REUNION:
1990 Reunion update BY Gary Slaughter
7th Annual VHPA schedule


New life members
Upcoming events


TAPS:
Gaylord Bishop - Howard E. Morton

Volume: 7
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: June 1990
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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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]
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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]
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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: 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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FROM THE EDITOR BY Mike McDonald


LETTERS:
Distinguished flying FROM J. M. Prince
Pocket patch bet? FROM Michael (Spooky) Bucove
Better Mattresses FROM Phil Fusilier
Youngest hooker! FROM Clarke Smiley
Welcome anytime FROM Bud Henry
Sneaky white revisited FROM Peter Murkland
Important to us all FROM Charels"Bud" Beauchamp Jr.
'Orange helmet' FROM Vince Bradley
The other vulture FROM Jim Christiansen
The enameled vulture FROM Michael Rigney
'P-cola' FROM Donald Stoneking
'Penetrating story' FROM Michael Wegner
Serious Complaint FROM Jack Carpenter
A supportable status FROM Douglas Cunzeman
Blue Max FROM Gary Bishop
"RVN Days" FROM Jim Thorne
Photo cover for 1989 directory FROM Mike Law
Attention all palehorse drivers FROM Mike Law


Upcoming events
Not a pregnant cat FROM Phil Marshall
From the executive director FROM Mike Law


REUNION:
6th Reunion of the VHPA Chicago, IL 29 June - 2 July, 1989
Sixth annual VHPA reunion schedule of events


TAPS:
Paul Almer

Volume: 6
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: June 1989
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 08 May 2017]
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PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Roger Gould


FROM THE EDITOR BY Mike Law


LETTERS:
"Old crazy helicopter pilot" FROM Richard McClure
English volunteer FROM Clive Collins
Pocket patch bet FROM Tom Murphy
Pocket patch bet number two FROM Gary B. Roush
Doctor Calling FROM John C. Munna
Photos Enclosed FROM Tom Fichter
Scorpion 6 FROM Davey L. Stanley
Visited Nam Lately?? FROM Doug Erway
Brothers remembered FROM Joseph Wayne Miles
Independent cusses FROM Lee "Dutch" Westbrook
Cobra with army wings


Looking for
From the executive director BY Mike Law
New life members
Upcoming events


REUNION:
Sixth annual reunion general information
Sixth annual VHPA reunion schedule of events


TAPS:
Gerald A. Morgan

Volume: 6
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: March 1989
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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PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY Roger Gould


Letter of VHPA president resignation FROM Jay Elliott


From the editor FROM Mike Law


LETTERS:
No politics please FROM R.H. "Hal" Duensing
Who did rescue Bob Andrews FROM Roy M. Ahalt, III
Alabama Chapter forming FROM George Baker
Name unknown now known FROM George W. Williams
A Daughter's Request FROM Lynne Selbel-Ketchum
A father's request FROM Michael Mine
It takes time FROM Robert G. Skinner
A gambler well remembered
Hey Charlies! This bud's for you FROM Terry S. McLelland
Thanks BY CROC 6 FROM Dean Martin
A satisfied customer FROM Bruce Wytwitzke
Still wondering "What is it?" FROM Bill Greenlaugh
From your friendly recruiter FROM Richard M. Colbert
It is FROM Don Parker
VHPA License plates FROM Bill Grauling
Origin of the rock FROM Carl W. Kimmich
Apology to Bob Mason From Editor


REUNION:
1989 Reunion officer elections BY Gary Slaughter
Chicago '89 BY Gregg Ross


From the executive director BY Mike Law
Looking for...
New life members
VHPA stationery policy from executive council
Upcoming events

Volume: 5
Issue: 5
Item Creation Date: December 1988
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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PRESIDENT'S Roll Call BY C. David Owens


FROM THE EDITOR FROM Roger Gould


LETTERS:
Helicopter with dirt floors FROM Robert A. Slide
Ole Jim Fazekas' tac FROM Roy J. Lowery
Why didn't you tell us? FROM Bruce V. Wyrwitzke
Jill's Hobby FROM Jill Chandlier
Helicopter pilots do it with class FROM Bob Hoffman
Join Me's FROM Dale D. Derois
Phoenix Reunion FROM Jack Glennon
Not in memory FROM Chuck Restivo
Aviating artist!! FROM Paul D. Fretts
The dustoff legacy FROM J. Craig Honaman
Hospital-based ems innovator honored with Hai's mbb golden hour award
Ah, the good old days! FROM Robert N. Steinbrunn
Aviator Fo! FROM Doug Neil
We were there! FROM larry G. Brown
Centaurs and cognac FROM Chas A. Robinson
145th AVN Association formed FROM Ralph A. Orlando
Calling 69-3 people FROM Jim Coleman


FROM the executive director BY Mike Law
"Dust-off" collector's plate donated to VHPA
Looking For...
New Life Members


REUNION:
Schedule of events
Reunion '88
Attention VHPA officer candidates


TAPS:
Bobby Raulston

Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: June 1988
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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PRESIDENT'S Roll Call BY C. David Owens


LETTERS:
FROM THE EDITOR FROM Roger Gould
Helicopter with dirt floors FROM Robert A. Slide
Ole Jim Fazekas' tac FROM Roy J. Lowery
Why didn't you tell us? FROM Bruce V. Wyrwitzke
Jill's Hobby FROM Jill Chandlier
Helicopter pilots do it with class FROM Bob Hoffman
Join Me's FROM Dale D. Derois
Phoenix Reunion FROM Jack Glennon
Not in memory FROM Chuck Restivo
Aviating artist!! FROM Paul D. Fretts
The dustoff legacy FROM J. Craig Honaman
Hospital-based ems innovator honored with Hai's mbb golden hour award
Ah, the good old days! FROM Robert N. Steinbrunn
Aviator Fo! FROM Doug Neil
We were there! FROM larry G. Brown
Centaurs and cognac FROM Chas A. Robinson
145th AVN Association formed FROM Ralph A. Orlando
Calling 69-3 people FROM Jim Coleman
BY the executive director FROM Mike Law
"Dust-off" collector's plate donated to VHPA


REUNION:
Schedule of events
Reunion '88
Attention VHPA officer candidates


TAPS:
Bobby Raulston

Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: June 1988
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 22 Feb 2018]
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[Number of Pages: 18]
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY C. David Owens


LETTERS:
Can Helicopters Loop!! FROM Frank H. Miller III
Trivial what is it? FROM Larry Durocher
Most famous pair? FROM Carl Fletcher Flemer III
A Latrine bull dog FROM Jack Conway
Saw the Blades go up! FROM Mike Stamilo
Kiss those blades!! FROM Bruce Nelson
There at the beginning FROM Bob Bigelow
Collection of memories FROM Herb Sims
Calling 14,000 FROM James "Sneaky" White
Membership directory got'em FROM Larry Pluhar
One-bit worth a membership
Directory evokes memories FROM Mike Wise
Unusual charlie model FROM Thomas H. Payne
One main rotor too many FROM Matt Brockway
Everyone a friend FROM Richard McClain
"Last Tiger" FROM Gary Jones
Great timing FROM Chet Uszynski
Chet's class too! FROM Ray O' Donohue
Two Tours, same call sign FROM Hugh L. Mills
Ol'jim is alive!! FROM James P. Fazekas
Chopper jocks grunts and guts FROM Phillip C. Miller, Jr.
Dear Phil FROM George
4 armed, 2 headed, left footed SOB's FROM Dick Fortenberry
Copilot for son FROM Thomas L. Mitchell
"Do nothin-two nothin" FROM Tom Egleston
Better product FROM George L. Kitchens
"Safely" VHPA FROM Thomas J. Ward
'Frog Flyers' FROM J.D. "Jim" collins III
Move over 67-1
Last one in the pool is a....! FROM Michael La Barbera
Medevac limited edition FROM Jackie Burger
Unknown "blueghost'is "Willy"!! FROM George W. Williams
Herman Calls FROM Randy R. Zahn
Aussie helicopter fan!! FROM Andrew Vintner
One more time, patches FROM Woody Barnes


LOOKING FOR


Dick Koenig Flying Magazine's new publisher
New Life members
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FROM Mike Law
FROM the record/database "GRU"


REUNION:
Reunion '88

Volume: 5
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: March 1988
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 08 May 2017]
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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]
  • 2112Newsletter476794
[Number of Pages: 12]
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL BY C. David Owens


FROM THE EDITOR BY Roger Gould


LETTERS:
"Colorado kool aid" FROM Daniel R. Nichols
"Hey, this bud is for you" FROM Jim Bankston
SCREECH FROM James L Caufman
Who was that man ? FROM Phil Marshall
"Forever imbedded in my mind..." FROM Randolph Brooke
Dustoff reunion FROM Bill Grauling
One of the first 100 FROM Glenn Hogan
To Rick Schwab: FROM Ed
Helicopter museum FROM Dave Decker
Cobra patch FROM Gary Dekay
Looking for patches FROM Jim "Big Dog" Maxwell
Here comes the stagecoach FROM John Houston
VHPA for life FROM Thomas W. St. Hilshire
TAC Officer! FROM Jerry Gray
Twilight zone FROM Dorcey A. Wingo
So, enough already! FROM Robert F. Potvin
Working Hard FROM William E. McGee
A bunch of snake charmers FROM Ross Ivey
With great sadness FROM Annette Wood


TAPS:
Terry Jamison - Timothy A. Tagudin - Joseph P. Bonesio - Gary Wayne Warren - Barry Day - Robert L. Hibberts - Robert E. Bartels - Ray Wood


"Pilots and wives" BY Annette Wood


LOOKING FOR


"Look out Fort Wolters, here we come!!" BY C. David Owens
Reunion reflections BY Paul Uster
"What is it?" answers for March and June
New life members
From the executive director BY Mike Law
Annual business meeting BY Mike Law
Blue Star lighter
Help! Help!

Volume: 4
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: September 1987
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 01 Jun 2017]
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[Number of Pages: 12]
PRESIDENTS ROLL CALL FROM Mike McDonald


FROM THE EDITOR BY Roger Gould


LETTERS:
Move over easy money! FROM Skip Budny
Guns a Go-Go tet FROM Bill Mckenzie
UTT anyone? FROM Dave Price
Flight angel.. FROM Angela Lee
Heavy!! FROM Darrell Stigler
"Top" Tribute FROM Bill Roberts
All in the family FROM Frank Hefferman James Nathan Post
WOC rock FROM James Nathan Post
Eagles Alumni!! FROM Walt Atwood


VHPA Arizona chapter formed
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BY Larry Clark
Reunion steins available
KIA/MIA information needed
Memory book to be available
Attention VHPA ladies
Looking for
New life members


REUNION:
Reunion report and schedule BY Paul E. Uster

Item Creation Date: June 1987
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 25 Apr 2017]
  • 2112Newsletter476797
[Number of Pages: 16]
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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[Number of Pages: 12]
FROM THE EDITOR FROM Roger Gould


PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL FROM Mike McDonald


LETTERS:
A many member class!! FROM Greg Ross
Dustoff business card FROM Bernie Goldenzweig
21st History FROM Dave McAdams
Lamson 79 FROM Richard K. Tierney
No Pedal 500 FROM J. Chap
"Life's a Bxch!" FROM "Joe" Wayne Milles
Last to die FROM John Harris
More Brothers FROM Tom Murphy
A brother lost FROM Jimmy L. Borger
Twin Tomahawks FROM Charles J. O'Connor
Signed up fir '87 already FROM Charley Morehouse
Dear John, thanks for... FROM Richard Overstake
Guns a go-go FROM Ronald W. Disney
Forever in Debt FROM Larry Smith
Lucky Vietnam helicopter pilots FROM Josef Gartlgruber
Bumper sticker FROM Dan Toothman
Big Stogie FROM Robert Graves
Aviation author and photographer FROM Philip D. Chinnery
Something special FROM John Vagnini
Know your campaigns FROM Doug Womack
Reunion a gas! FROM Mike Banks

Vietnam's first combat aviation battalion reunites
Vietnam Helicopter Crewmember Association
Gunships
New life members
Upcoming events
Member news
VHPA officers and reunion committee meet

Item Creation Date: December 1986
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 25 Apr 2017]
  • 2112Newsletter476801
[Number of Pages: 16]
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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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 25 Apr 2017]
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[Number of Pages: 16]
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL FROM Bill Ringer


FROM THE EDITOR BY Roger Gould


LETTERS:
Helicopter 'tacks FROM George Jones
"Jayhawks, read and write?" FROM Terry Ritchey
"Tornado Red" wants you FROM Charlie Rayl
Another jayhawk FROM Douglas Miller
"Running the bulls?" FROM Tom Nollner
Made the team FROM John Loftice
"Patch history" FROM Tom Murphy
From England, need "Phoenix" FROM John Devins
"From him and his son" FROM David Schumacher
HHI FROM Scott D. Pickell
Got hoskinson's zippo FROM Bob Miller
Thrills FROM Philip Cary Shelton
Kentucky "blackhawks" FROM Cary Mendelsohn
Classmates! Come on down! FROM Jim Hamilton
Muleskinner and the mountain FROM Gary B. Roush
Where's the pictures? FROM Tom Schultz
Happy VHPA team FROM Barbara Shields
Aviation author and photographer FROM Phil Chinnery
Winter reunion FROM Michael Bucove
"Flying tribute" FROM Randy Zahn
"Different breed of cat" FROM Jerry Ewen
Still fighting the war FROM Linda Riutta
"Million dollar experience" FROM James Meade Jr.
15 Years! FROM Dave Scmitz
VHPA helped FROM Christine Bacon
Ready for the reunion FROM Richard McClain


From the executive director FROM Larry Clark
S.O.S FROM Kathy Uster
New Life Members
Member News
Looking for...
That's right, folk! A full page!
VHPA financial statement for 1985


FEATURES:
Letter from Pleiku BY Mike O'Donnell


REUNION:
Reunion 1986 BY Jay Elliot
1986 Schedule of events


TAPS:
John C. Henderson

Item Creation Date: May 1986
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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[Number of Pages: 12]
FROM THE EDITOR BY Roger Gould


LETTERS:
The winner FROM James Caufman
Close, but no cigar FROM Norbert Violette
Rolls Royce man FROM Thomas Hestand
New FAA ip FROM John Keller
1449 hours charming snakes FROM John Loftice
Proud of him FROM Maureen Miller
What? a newsletter thief? FROM Glenn Kluttz
Americal 'rattlers' FROM James Adams
'Real helicopter pilot' FROM Boyd Wynn, III
Never forgotten FROM Alan Walsh
Ego food BY Harold Smith, Steve Lawrence, and Wayne Alexander
"Kinda special" FROM Dorcey Wingo
Letters from Pleiku FROM James Lake


A note from the executive director (Santa Clause) FROM Larry Clark
Calling all hackers!!
Upcoming events
New life member
Member News
Help!! from project freedom
Tour to Vietnam
VHPA in Flying Magazine
Can you top this?


REUNION:
1986 Reunion site inspection report BY Jay Elliot
1986 Reunion tentative schedule


TAPS:
Rudy Parris - Clemens Janny - Phillip Parrish II

Item Creation Date: February 1986
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 25 Apr 2017]
  • 2112Newsletter476807
[Number of Pages: 8]
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL FROM Bill Ringer


FROM THE EDITOR FROM Roger Gould


LETTERS:
Crazies like us FROM Phil Marshall
Save a place inside you FROM Barry Geller
You're history! FROM Bill Leary
Down under knows about us! FROM Geoff Tierney
Open to all veterans FROM Michael Milne
Thank you FROM Thomas J. Callahan
Attention Air America types FROM Duane Keele
Three tours!!! FROM Ronald E. Elrod


REUNION:
1986 Reunion


MEMBER NEWS:
Charley Morehouse
James D. Cronley
Paul Erway
Roscoe C. Armstrong
Victor Ronald Beaver
Joseph R. Licina
Steve Hanvey
Larry Clark


A note from the executive director BY Larry Clark
VHPA videos
Looking for old friends
Upcoming events

Item Creation Date: November 1985
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 25 Apr 2017]
  • 2112Newsletter476808
[Number of Pages: 8]
PRESIDENT'S ROLL CALL FROM Bill Ringer


FROM THE EDITOR FROM Roger Gould


LETTERS:
Crazies like us FROM Phil Marshall
Save a place inside you FROM Barry Geller
You're history! FROM Bill Leary
Down under knows about us! FROM Geoff Tierney
Open to all veterans FROM Michael Milne
Thank you FROM Thomas J. Callahan
Attention Air America types FROM Duane Keele
Three tours!!! FROM Ronald E. Elrod


REUNION:
1986 Reunion


MEMBER NEWS:
Charley Morehouse
James D. Cronley
Paul Erway
Roscoe C. Armstrong
Victor Ronald Beaver
Joseph R. Licina
Steve Hanvey
Larry Clark


A note from the executive director BY Larry Clark
VHPA videos
Looking for old friends
Upcoming events

Item Creation Date: November 1985
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 24 Apr 2017]
  • 2112Newsletter476809
[Number of Pages: 12]
FROM THE EDITOR FROM Roger Gould


LETTERS:
The WVPHA Column FROM Kathy Uster and Sue Gould
VHPA to attend 'Firebase Colorado; LZ 85'
Houston's finest FROM Tobert E. Tessier
Chopper pilots - old friends FROM Diane Carlson Evans
English history FROM Philip D. Chinnery
Antique newsletters FROM Peter W. Barber
London Calling FROM C.J. Young
A winter reunion? FROM Jim Cheatham
Wayne isn't dead FROM Gerald Barnes
Dustoff flick FROM John J. Wright
Helicopter fanatic - Scottish style FROM Adam C. Watson
Looking for marines FROM Jan Sallaz
Thinks sweatshirt is neat FROM Bauke Jan Douma


Reunion '85 report (Front Cover)
Annual business meeting
Get in on the history


MEMBER NEWS:
John H. Vander
George B. Harrison


New life members
Our wall BY Editor
VHPA to attend 'Firebase Colorado; LZ 85'
'85 Reunion photo memory book
Records and data base committee needs your help
Upcoming events
"Why I want to be a pilot"

Item Creation Date: August 1985
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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[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: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 24 Apr 2017]
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[Number of Pages: 8]
FRONT COVER:
VHPA attends Hai Convention


FROM THE EDITOR FROM Roger Gould


LETTERS:
Missed events FROM Allen E. Rhodes
Addition of events FROM David E. Prewitt
Thunder what? FROM Larry B. Smith
No pilot doors FROM Thomas W. Hestand
Salute II - dedication FROM Mike Law


VHPA REUNION:
Tenetative schedule of events


MEMBER NEWS:
Wayne Burke
Bert Rhine
John M. Slattery
Loren Dow


Membership certificates
Nominations for officers
Dues reminder
VHPA logo
Upcoming events

Item Creation Date: March 1985
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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[Number of Pages: 12]
LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO ALL VHPA MEMBERS FROM Larry Clark


Reunion:
First reunion held in Phoenix
New friends
Crewmembers
VHPA to attend Hai


VHPA Constitution


BOOKS, CATALOGS, ETC.
Chickenhawk
Vet vittles
Permission to kill BY Brian Wizard
Wings, Inc.
BHP
Operation Triumph
The Vietnam Veteran
The Cobra CO.


IN SEARCH OF...
Michael Pell
David L. Johnson
Steve Malerba
Edward Mazzeo
Dave Moley
Tom Garcia


MEMBER NEWS:
Rick and Janice Freeman


Name the Newsletter
Vietnam vets in business
Sorry for the delay

Item Creation Date: October 1984
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 12 Oct 2010 [Updated: 25 Apr 2017]
Army dress blue uniform
Museum Object Item Number: 2337museum3894
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[Number of Pages: 1]
United States Army Dress Blue Uniform
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Harold D. Bass Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 04 Aug 2010 [Updated: 18 Nov 2013]
Army Class A uniform
Museum Object Item Number: 2337museum3895
  • 2337museum3895
[Number of Pages: 1]
United States Army Dress Green Uniform - Class A Uniform
Item Creation Date: No Date
Collection: Harold D. Bass Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 04 Aug 2010 [Updated: 18 Nov 2013]
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[Number of Pages: 32]
Item Creation Date: January 2006
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 21 Sep 2010 [Updated: 16 Jul 2018]
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[Number of Pages: 18]
President's Message 2
Registration Forms 4-5
Chapter Development 6
Nominations Needed 8
Huey Pilot Receives DFC 9
Memorabilia 11-13
Stolen Valor Act Letter 14

Volume: 6
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: August 2006
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 21 Sep 2010 [Updated: 28 Jun 2018]
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President's Message 2
Chapter of the Year 3
Reunion 2006 pictures 4-5-6
DCFS Painting Unveiling 7-8
USCG Awards and Katrina 9-10
Memorabilia 11-13
Membership Application 15

Volume: 7
Issue: 1
Item Creation Date: February 2007
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 21 Sep 2010 [Updated: 27 Jun 2018]
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[Number of Pages: 20]
President's Message 2
Chapter of the Year Submission request 3
Members on USS Midway 4
Dpp;ott;e Raoder Jpmpred 5
Member Notices 6
Memorabilia and Painting 7-11
Chuck Sweeney 12-13
Fundraising 14
Member Application 15

Volume: 7
Issue: 2
Item Creation Date: August 2007
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 21 Sep 2010 [Updated: 28 Jun 2018]
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[Number of Pages: 20]
President's Message 2
Chapter of the Year Winner 3
Official DFCS Flag 4
WWII Gunner Receives DFC 5
Treasurer's Report 6
Memorabilia and Painting 7-11
Strategic Planning Survey 13
Fundraising 14
National DFC Memorial 15

Volume: 7
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: December 2007
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 21 Sep 2010 [Updated: 16 Jul 2018]
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[Number of Pages: 20]
Volume: 8
Issue: 3
Item Creation Date: December 2008
Collection: Larry Leonard Collection
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 21 Sep 2010 [Updated: 28 Jun 2018]
The Dustoffer (Dustoff Association) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476907
  • 2112Newsletter476907
[Number of Pages: 28]
Issue Information: DUSTOFF Hall of Fame Members Gather for Dedication Ceremony
Item Creation Date: Spring/Summer 2003
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Oct 2010 [Updated: 31 Jan 2020]
The Dustoffer (Dustoff Association) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476909
  • 2112Newsletter476909
[Number of Pages: 28]
Item Creation Date: Fall/Winter 2002
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Oct 2010 [Updated: 31 Jan 2020]
The Dustoffer (Dustoff Association) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476910
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[Number of Pages: 0]
Item Creation Date: Spring/Summer 2002
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Oct 2010 [Updated: 31 Jan 2020]
The Dustoffer (Dustoff Association) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476911
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[Number of Pages: 26]
Item Creation Date: Fall/Winter2001
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Oct 2010 [Updated: 31 Jan 2020]
The Dustoffer (Dustoff Association) - Newsletter
Newsletter Item Number: 2112Newsletter476912
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[Number of Pages: 24]
Item Creation Date: Spring/Summer 2001
Collection: Ronald P. (Phil) Marshall
Association: Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA)
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Added: 13 Oct 2010 [Updated: 31 Jan 2020]
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