I periodically check this site for my close friends that knew me, hoping that they are still alive. If they are, I wish you well, if not, rest in peace my brothers. Jim

Thanks that pic of 4 balls in the hanger brought back some fine memories. Love what you do. Keep it up. And never forget!

The Vegas Reunion was more than great, It was Super Fantastic. I was the guy trying to run the Hospitality room & bar. You guys kept me busy! I did not realized that when I told Joe and Stan that I would volunteer to run the room for them that I was going to "Go-For" so much ice and pour so many servings and slice so many lemons, that it would so enjoyable. I think that I got to meet and talk to everyone that attended the Vegas reunion. Although my dad told me not to volunteer for anything in the Army I am glad that I got to stand behind the bar ( 2nd past reunions) and visit with all of you and your families. Twas also great that SOG was having their reunion at the same time. I got to see 4 of my crew chiefs/ door gunners. I had not heard from them since Nam. Very nice to reconnect. Clear my tail to the right, I'm going to attempt to hover this old Charlie back into the revetment. Hope to see you all at the next Reunion. Cougar 31

merry christmas to all and happy new year

I was contacted by another Vernon {B.} Elder been trying to get back with him so far no luck. I served as supply Sgt. and closed the unit. I am retired from the school system and am enjoying my grand and great grand kids. Tried the email but no luck.

Dear all, Apologies for the unsolicited email. I am on a ‘Search & Rescue’ mission on behalf of my Dad hoping you can assist. My Dad, named Thinh Ngoc Do, a South Vietnam Airforce veteran, was hoping that he can find his good friend that he met and worked with during the year of 1972 at Nha Trang AFB. At time, he was in the 229th Fight Squadron from Pleiku AFB then to 215th FS at Nha Trang AFB and finally at the 243th FS as Chief of Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer Lab. During the time that my Dad was at Nha Trang AFB, he met Glynn Draughter, a New Orleans Black American born and bred. Glynn at time, was a specialist/trainer for the Huey Maintenance Program in Nha Trang. They shared a good time in Nha Trang but short-lived as my Dad had to move to Phu Cat AFB for the 243th Flight Squadron that had just been formed there. From what I can gather, Glynn and Dad had a really awesome time together. He still refused to tell me the story in detail but he re-assured me that they did party like there was no tomorrow. I’m sure as hell they did. The reason why I got to the 57th Assault Helicopter Company’s page is that Glynn did some paperwork for my Dad to prove that he can somewhat, be seen as a member of the 57th (or working for) just so that he can use Air America plane to travel. As such, I am guessing Glynn was part of the 57th so I hope you can assist me in pinpointing his whereabouts. Thank you for your great service in fighting for freedom for my country. Minh

happy thanksgiving

To all that did not attend, you missed a great reunion! Saw people thought I'd never see again. One person I've needed to se for the last 45ish years. Captain Walker, owed him a major I'm sorry sir. Carried it all these years. Finally got to say it, he knew why and said you didn't you were a child!!! He is the greatest. Thank you so much sir. You will always be in my heart. Now about Cahill leaving my AH47 in a LZ durning a resque that I'll never let go, love you Pat, stay well and intouch. Love to all of you HEROS. As always Mike Ruggio

Looking forward to Las Vegas.......unless CA fire conditions prevent our trip