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Membership in CHPA is open to active duty, retired and veteran helicopter aircrew members from all branches of service and all wars in which the US has flown helicopters.
In addition to the camaraderie associated with a gathering of combat helicopter pilots, CHPA provides mentoring and other services to current and former pilots and crew members. Part of our mentoring program includes career assistance and guidance to individuals dealing with issues relating to claims and other benefits at the Department of Veterans Affairs.
CHPA exists because of our shared experience of war. An answer to the question "Why join CHPA" is summarized by Marine, Michael Norman in his memoir These Good Men. "I now know why men who have been to war yearn to reunite..." Click here to read more of the quote from Michael Norman.
Apply for Membership today to foster the legacy of the combat helicopter crew. If you are not eligible for membership, click here to see how you can support the Combat Helicopter Pilots Association.
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Savannah!!
 We're moving along on our planning for the 2009 Annual Meeting in Savannah, GA. We’ll be staying at the Inn at Ellis Square and have secured a very attractive room rate for everyone. The Inn is located on Bay Street within easy walking distance of many of the attractions that make Savannah such a wonderful city.
This year we'll continue the story begun last year, of operations in the Persian Gulf with our guest speaker, LTC Ed Hughes, USA Ret. Ed was the original commander of TF 118, the regular Army unit built in a span of 100 days to relieve TF 160 on station in the Persian Gulf during the Iran/Iraq "Tanker Wars".
The dates for this year is Thursday through Monday, October 1 through 5. Make plans now to join us for this year’s event!
Return here for more information as it becomes available!
CHPA Mourns the Passing of
Col. Robert Tredway (Ret.)
CHPA members are reflecting on the life of a true American hero, who passed away March 10th, 2008.
Bob was a founding member of the Combat Helicopter Pilots Association and also served on CHPA's first Board of Directors.
Rest in Peace Bob.
Click here for Col. Tredway's obituary in the Washington Post.
Click Here to view CHPA's Page of Honor for Bob.
Click Here to view the arrangements for Bob.
SUPPORT OUR CAUSE!
CHPA is dedicated to multiple goals:
- To organize and unify U.S. armed forces rotary wing aviators from all service branches who have flown helicopter combat missions in support of U.S. national interests;
- To remember and honor our fallen aviation comrades lost during helicopter combat operations;
- To conduct national and regional social activities;
- To conduct charitable activities related to the U.S. military helicopter community.
Make your donation online TODAY!
Or download the sponsorship form
for return to CHPA via mail or fax
Thank you Kindly for Your Generous Support!
Your contribution allows us to extend further assistance to our special community and Legacy Programs!
 NEED A JOB??
Check Out CHPA's Career Connector!
We have job listings for helicopter and aviation positions. Click HERE for details.
 Ed Freeman ...
CHPA is greatly saddened to note the passing of Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient, Ed Freeman
Click HERE for more on Ed's passing.
CHALLENGE COINS from CHPA
The CHPA Challenge coins are here, get one for your pocket!
Click HERE.
Coming UP!
More WINGS and BEER!!
CHPA is planning more WINGS and BEER events for our Combat Helicopter Pilots and Crewmembers! Be on the look out for details about these very exciting events!!!
Previously ... The CHPA Lone Star Chapter hosted a special Hail and Farewell for Fort Hood Aviators and Air Crew Members. Click HERE for details on this historic event!
Check Out These
Past CHPA Events ...
CHPA ANNUAL REUNION
 
Nashville, Tennessee! A great time was had by all, please check The Swash for the Sitrep from our President Jay Brown.
Next up? Savannah, Georgia!
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