hi flight someone once wrote that a plane is designed to fly itself, but a helicopter is designed to destroy itself and that a helicopter pilot just prevents that from happening. well i want everyone to know that in the 129th we had the best damn destrution preventers in the whole damn army. i am convienced you guys to fly a washing machine if they had put rotors on it. so a hand sluate to 129th pilots. this is one crewchief that is grateful that he served with the best. clear up left.
donnie purvis <donnie.purvis@us.army.mil>
linwood, nc USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 21:16:13 (MDT)

Oh, geez, just read about Susan and the TV and bottle of beer......gee I love these 129th wives.......lol.....and you guys, too, of course! lol Such a sense of humor Alvis. Sue H.
Jim & Sue H.
USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 21:13:25 (MDT)

Way to go Dee......sounds exactly like something I'd do! Carry on gals......Sue H.
Jim & Sue H.
USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 21:11:38 (MDT)

Fred Alvis........Dang Susan;-)))).........kinda like Dee.......I stopped home the other day in a hurry and was hungry, told Dee to fix me a sandwich, and to step on it cause I had to get going.....well, she made me one, threw it on the floor, and "Stepped" on it and said " See Ya"................Love ya'all and travel safe. Always a brother..............
Mark
USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 20:34:54 (MDT)

With a wife best watch what you tell her I told her to throw out all my work jean I look to put a pare on the good one I havent seen them they look all like there were greasey stained to me so that it so next time I will pick out whot to throw out. I hate new one I throw them in the washer then they feal good.
Arthur E Foster <tigerwagon@msn.com>
Hogansville, GA. USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 20:09:21 (MDT)

Subject: Living will Last night, my wife and I were sitting in the living room, and, I said to her, "I never want to live in a vegetative state, dependent upon some machine and fluids from a bottle. If that ever happens, just pull the plug." She got up, unplugged the TV, and threw out my beer. Bitch . .
alvis
USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 18:48:03 (MDT)

have been trying to locate the wife of WO1 Robert Chaberlain who was killed in the crash of his helicopter on 10-7-1966 we got to know them when we were all stationed in france from 1961 to 1962. we lost contact when they went to washington. bobs family lived in acton california and we lived in palmdale the last time i saw nancy. if any one has any information i would love to get in contact with her. thank you joyce lane
JOYCE LANE <jmjal@earthlink.net>
littlerock, CA USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 15:13:32 (MDT)

Arthur sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family our in our thoughts and prayers. Fred appreciate the pictures of Gale's birthday bash. Mark you did a remarkable tribute to our Fallen Brother for Memorial Day . Thanks !! Judith how did your trip to DC and the Wall turn out? Well 3 weeks to LZ Phoenix see everyone there. Always A Brother Alex
Alex
Collierville , TN. USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 06:05:46 (MDT)

Auther,sorry for the loss of your mom.They are both waiting for you in heaven.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 05:05:03 (MDT)

Hi Brothers I think how GOD works when a new life comes into the world he call for one well scooder came in & my MOM went to be with my DAD she will laid to rest thurday. When I was little age I dont know but I waik up when she would leave for work very early & I would sak that nothing would not hapen to her I have tears in my eyes & when she would come home at night she would bring home some winmill cookies they were so good. MOM & DAD were divorced & it hard grouing up with out a DAD I got to see him a bunch but now they are together again.
Arthur & Glenda Foster <tigerwagon@msn.com>
Hogansville, GA. USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 21:10:26 (MDT)

Mark
USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 20:31:45 (MDT)

Very Nice Marky Mark, I will miss those not coming to Phoenix, BTW Mark have I told you I loved you Today??? gotcha>>>>>>>Smitty
jim westwang 71-72
Sheridan, wy USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 19:37:19 (MDT)

sorry guys,sent out pics of the mini WITH names this time.Dont know why I dont have more 129th addys..will correct that soon.
alvis
USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 13:37:00 (MDT)

HELLO FLIGHT, JUST WANT TO SAY HI TO AL MY BROTHERS AND I SAY A PRAYER FOR ALL FALLEN WHO NEVER MADE IT HOME.I DONT POST MUCH I GUESS I AM NOT TO SURE WHAT TO SAY, ME AND GAIL WILL BE IN PHONIX ABOUT THE 21st . I MEET MORE OF YOU ALL. IT WILL BE NICE TO SEE YOU ALL. WELL YOU AL TAKE CARE GENTLY HOPE ALL WENT WELL IN DC. WELL SEE YOU IN PHONIX . A BROTHER ALWAYS RAY BE SAFE STAY WELL.
RAY <stilwating@aol.com>
MD USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 08:45:39 (MDT)

Hope you are all well this Memorial Day, God Bless our troops, Greatest respects & Salute to the fallen from all wars & to those who still suffer "All Gave Some--Some Gave All">>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Smitty
jim westwang 71-72
Sheridan, wy USA - Monday, May 29, 2006 at 12:02:04 (MDT)

Alvis on your post of 5/21/06:the tail boom on "426" had been replaced there were no tail number on "426"
Bruno E Sanchez
Laredo , Tx USA - Monday, May 29, 2006 at 11:42:41 (MDT)

Thank you for the pics Sue. Gale looks like you had a good birthday maybe next time. Hopefully we'll see you at the POW MIA day at Kokomo. Flight be careful out there
Rick England
USA - Monday, May 29, 2006 at 11:16:45 (MDT)

anyone remember a pilot from around 67 or 68 named Omis? was a wo1.
alvis
USA - Monday, May 29, 2006 at 02:57:04 (MDT)

Flight: Slow Hand Salute to our Fallen Brothers this Memorial Day. Yesterday at work a customer told me to have a happy Memorial Day. As you can expect I went off on him. I told him to visit the WALL in DC. or the nearest Veterans Cemetery and tell the men and women there to have a Happy Memorial Day. The country has lost the purpose of this day. Gale I will try to make Kokomo this year. Don Miller we'll be there in few weeks. Got, a new DM. He's like some you had (Trouble). Well everyone have a safe Memorial Day. I will be working at the Zone. Always a Brother Alex
Alex
USA - Sunday, May 28, 2006 at 06:39:10 (MDT)

Good Morning, I see you have been talking about 632 among your selves. I see many names mentioned and would like to get in touch with them if anyone can provide info. Don't think I gave all contact info for me. Thanks to those of you have been in contact. Don Reed 7310 Silo Meadows Temoerance Mi 48182 734-847-1767. Would like to hear or contact at least by email some of the men you have been discussing to add to story. Thanks, Don
Don Reed <trkdon@hotmail.com>
Temperance, Mi USA - Sunday, May 28, 2006 at 05:06:34 (MDT)

EVENING FLIGHT, just a note to wish everyone a safe memorial day. the page linked to my name below is a page I put up every memorial day (weekend). can't wait for LZ Phoenix to get here. Later, Don
Don Miller
Valley Farms, AZ USA - Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 22:40:31 (MDT)

GALE, made it home ok. thanks for having me down. i second the comments on the tater salad. raneir i will send you that cd sometime this week see ya all at kokomo
paul mcgrath
oglesby, il USA - Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 19:46:03 (MDT)

made it back safe and sound. Atendees ,birthday boy Gale and Debbie,Raineer and Dee,Paul,Susan and myself.Gale's family members (some vets) were there as well.Gale,I salute you on the food..my goodnes,what a delicious spread.ok,please send me the beef recipe as well as the potato Salad one (Susan remarked how much she enjoyed it).The 1st annual Beard bash,mini,was held in Gales very large back yard.Beautiful day,hot in the sun.We sat next to gales "ole time gas station",under his many tall shade trees.As said before,Gale out did himself with the food. To the pop/hiss of many different types of beers being opened,and soft drinks,good conversation and fellowship was enjoyed by all.(dee) loved those peppers you bought,mmmmm.Yes,we talked about all those that werent there,hope ypur ears were burning...lol.Even Coco the dog had a great time.Thanks Gale and Debbie.
alvis
USA - Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 18:51:36 (MDT)

DEAR FLIGHT.....to many, Memorial Day means picnics, parties, furniture sales, and vacations. To us, it is a time to remember those who have paid the price to let those others enjoy their leisure time! A slow salute to all of our fellow comrades who made the ultimate sacrafice for our country. God bless them!
Bill Wolf <VNHeloReunion@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 14:51:33 (MDT)

Mornin' Flight..hadn't checked the flightlog in a while. I'm still listening to CAP flights going over my house,as Pres.Bush is addressing the USMA class of 06'at West Point. This is the first class to graduate since 9/11,also the first class to attend all 4 yrs during wartime since Vietnam! Quite on Honor...Tomorrow I plan to attend the Memorial service at the Chapel at West Point. Keep our brave service people&their families in prayer. Have a safe Memorial Day. To those who've lost lovedones in war:"They're never really gone..as long as they are REMEMBERED" Lest we forget! Respectfully, Lenny. God Bless you & yours.
Lenny Adams <rtrwingnut@yahoo.com>
USA - Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 09:44:12 (MDT)

grrr....running late make that 1 ish
alvis
USA - Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 09:28:08 (MDT)

Good morning flight.....Gale,will try and be there around noonish.
alvis
USA - Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 08:27:37 (MDT)

Alvis, that's all Fred. See ya tomorrow
Gale
USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 21:57:25 (MDT)

Auther,we were there at the same time...along with Kim,Animal and Smitty,,all who post here regularly. Gale...what you want us to bring?Susan is going to make up one of her "bread dip thingamajigs".What else?
alvis
USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 21:45:31 (MDT)

Holy crap Batman!!!!!....I started without you guys and my B/day is not til tomorrow. Where's Gently when you need her???? Arthur, sorry 'bout your Buddy, but, great story 'bout your wife......I can dig it! Thanks Rick, Alex and all. Rick, chances are mighty slim that you will toast me with soda! LOL Hope you and Tino can make Kokomo this year. Alex , it's about time for you to show up at Kokomo !? Alvis, when you get to Montezuma (on US 36) and cross the Wabash, go a couple miles and turn south on 63, go about 8 miles. When you go thru the yellow flasher, turn left at the next crossing....can't miss me. We'll take some pics of our "mini" mini!! Gale
Gale 67-68
USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 18:37:01 (MDT)

HI Well Larry had to be rushed back in the hospital dont know the shape he in. I let you know about what shape he in.
Arthur E Foster <tigerwagon@msn.com>
Hogansville, GA USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 16:25:19 (MDT)

Happy birthday Gail I wish I coud go to lz Phoenix I will be at the next lz with the wife. Well we had Scooter & I am going to get him a peddle tractor. I had a dead spot in my hart that would not let me get clouse to my wife I love here but it was there & when Scooter was born & whrn I got to tuch him it was not there. Whin I went to nam I got a letter dear john I coud care less if I came homeso I went in tunnel & bunker they never had to ask for some one to do it they would send for foster i think GOD was with me GOD had a reason to keep me alive he had a lovery lady waiting for me I had no idear & when I was on my 3th time in nam 7 month befor I came home i sead Larry has your girl friend got a frend I could wright to he sead yes here here name is Glenda so we wrote & sent tape to each other I called her 4 time the first call I had a reason to come home call 2 we just talk & the third time I asked her to marrie me & told me yes we were going to go to Hawaii but top puled my rr but it worked out betterI got home awg 17 71 got married aug 28 71some of the brother told me it would not last. take care Brother Art
Arthur & Glenda Foster <tigerwagon@msn.com>
Hogansville, GA. USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 11:08:35 (MDT)

Hi there Mark,…left you a message embedded in another message…..But it didn’t seem to work…..I got a picture of the back of my bike that I wanted to share……So can you tell me how to do it…..thanks Matt..All 70 1st plt CE
Matt Casey
Hemet, CA USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 09:55:21 (MDT)

Happy Birthday Gale!! Hope you have a good mini. Well a few more weeks until LZ Phoenix. Looking forward to seeing alot of you again and meeting new Brothers that served with the 129th. Alvis, I think Rick stated that any money you recieve fron any settlement with the VA is tax free. Anything over 50% disability you don'y have to pay an co-pay for medical services and medicene. Alex
Alex
USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 06:27:44 (MDT)

Happy Birthday Gale. I will have a soda to toast your birthday. Hehehehehe. Flight be careful out there
Rick England
USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 03:47:35 (MDT)

Auther,helicopters didnt fly....they were so ugly,the earth repeled them
alvis
USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 22:16:19 (MDT)

Hi alvis yes we do &if you are 100% they take a bunch of taxis off whenyou have your own house I am 100% ptsd. I was born in Rhode Island. Just thinking after my sec time in nam they sent me to fort hood & tried to teach me how to drive a tank the first day went to the motor pool & sarg told me to get up here I show you how I told serg it dont have rotor bladshe no one of them get out of my shop & see top so put me driving jeep for a band it stunk so one morning I fell out half lit a loud hawain shirt & a par of ho sandel & cut of jungle shorts top look whot in the hell is that get your ass up here foster whot is that hot weather gear are you looking for some thing yes out of this spit shine tin corfin out fit & back to nam you got it I had a 1049 that night on a plain home then back to namhe told me you a animal that belong over there hope you come home ok.Art
Arthur & Glenda Foster <tigerwagon@msn.com>
Hogansville, g USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 20:28:16 (MDT)

Auther Foster...I see you are in Georgia.Thats where I joined from ( cloumbus).What part of Georgia are you in? Do nam vets still get free lifetime drivers license there?
alvis
USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 10:17:11 (MDT)

thanks Gale,will be there earlier in that case.
alvis
USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 07:27:41 (MDT)

Alvis, sorry buddy, you guys are welcome anytime. Will be eating early afternoon. I called Ron Paye and he thinks he can make it. Rainer & Dee is coming and of course, Paul will be here. Any 129ther's in the area are more than welcome. 129th AHC "mini" mini at LZ Clinton on Saturday, May 27th. Mark, will miss you & Dee.......give your Mom 129 b/day hugs for us!!
Gale 67-68
USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 22:34:28 (MDT)

Iwas just reading about what hapen to you brother how were holding your but headed down. the crew on the slick I was crew chief on one day I think it was 351 we werw resupply some grunts us type then we picked up to about a 75 to 100 ft hoover & some thing hit just under the ship 60 morter or a rpg but there was a grunt siting where it hit & when we got clear the grunt was not there 7 when I seen he was not there I thort back when I was a grunt & a good buddy set of a105 round that was set when he triped it off & had a flash back & I was back there for a sec. then I had not knowwhot it was wich now Ido & still have them ac pulled all the power to get us out of there I thort the tail boom was going to rip off but 351 was a good ship I wounder whot happen to her & tiger wagon.
Arthur E Foster <tigerwagon@msn.com>
Hogansville, GA. USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 20:35:51 (MDT)

Well........looks like a weekend over in Clinton In. Happy B/day Gale and hope all of you attrending the 129th Mini/mini enjoy yourself. We have family coming in starting tomorrow for a suprise 91st b/day party for my mother. Git a 3 day halabaloo going on here. Along with rememberence of all the fallen on this Momorial Day weekend. Be careful.Good to see the chatter on the "632" and other missions here lately. Fred A. the Inverted Helo story is awesome....We do have a Dennis F. in the CONTACTS section. always a brother.............
Mark
USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 19:05:27 (MDT)

OK music lovers...we all know everyone loves rock and roll,,,even country,,but here is a web site for something different...and we all know i walk a bit different.Its new age music and pretty good .http://www.newworldmusic.com/us/#
alvis
USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 16:35:35 (MDT)

Paul,i am thinking about arriving there,perhaps in the mid afternoon.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 16:32:33 (MDT)

thanks kal and gale alvis see you sat.
paul mcgrath
oglesby, il USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 15:41:57 (MDT)

Roger that, it was Mr. Faucher I talked to..........Greg
Animal
Puna, HI USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 10:36:12 (MDT)

I believe that was the P.Pilots name,been along time tho.West of tuy hoa is where the incident took place.Flying over that Nva/VC training camp..i was amazed..Clear dirt tracks leading to nowhere...spread over a very wide area. it was spooky.Thats where we took our incomming.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 07:59:11 (MDT)

I wonder if the Peter was Dennis Faucher... If I'm not mistaken, I think he was Peter on the mission west of Tuy Hoa where we got shot up in the hot LZ... Animal, does this ring a bell?
Dave Powers
USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 07:12:30 (MDT)

Paul,waiting to hear from Gale to find out what time he wants company.Susan and I do have it off. Saterdays forecast is beautiful.IF,,,IF,, I get time,I am going to swing by Ron P's house tommorow to find out if he is aware of this mini.
alvis
USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 21:27:50 (MDT)

KAL; do you have a street address for ted gustafson his email not working and i will be driving thru grand rapids mn. in july. email it to me if you have it. hello flight alvis when are you able to get to gales?
paul mcgrath
oglesby, il USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 18:39:13 (MDT)

Mark. I went to Beverly located in southeast. The Jackson's that we used to buy from just outside of Columbus turn their main farm into a residential area thus making millions.
J.W. Wilson
Kinston, N.C. USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 18:20:57 (MDT)

Animal,his name,I believe is Dennis F..something or another...not sure.Interestingly enough,at the "WALL" dedacation in DC,back in the 80s,there were only 3 129thers there that I knew of.It was the 3 of us off that aircraft,,,Mr. Gibson didnt show.None of us knew the other 2 were on the ship till we started talking..you could have knocked us over with a straw when we discovered it.I forget the crew chiefs name and where he was from,but the PP was going to Dental school in Texas somewhere.Heck of a nice guy.Would still LOVE to find Gabby,,,Mr. Gibson.That would complete one of the circles for me.
alvis
USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 14:05:03 (MDT)

Alvis, I remember that day well. The Pete talked to me afterwords; he felt he had to say something to someone just to make sure it really happened. He was still shaking. I wouldn't want to be the one that discovered a Huey could fly inverted. Regarding the missing SS numbers: Anyone who steals MY identity deserves it! LOL, Greg
Animal
Puna, HI USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 11:13:44 (MDT)

The news in our area said it involves vets since 1974, however, you can't be too careful. If you think you might be having a problem, there is an 800 number to call -1-800-FED-INFO. Jim H
Jim & Sue H.
USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 05:49:52 (MDT)

make sure your firewalls are updated. Someone stole our names birthdates and ssn from the VA. 26,500,000 names since vietnam era. It was on the news last nite. I am going to see the bank today and see what we can do. They said on tv to watch your credit ratings. Flight be careful out there. Going in hot.
Rick England
USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 05:24:33 (MDT)

yes Kim,I am sitting here as proof it recovered..Mr. Gibson lost his wings over it.
alvis
USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 03:04:23 (MDT)

Alvis....late summer, 71? I remember the story of a ship that went inverted and recovered. We thought the pilot was a hero, as we were always told that a Huey would not recover from inverted, instead, he was put on report for pppt. Rick. about time biffle broke through, still wish he drove a Chevy. :>)) Thanks for the refresher on 632. Junior posted on this site a couple years ago, but I haven't heard from him in a long time.
Kim
USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 20:58:51 (MDT)

TINS...His hand was shaking as he lit his smoke.He was flying as gunner and they had just nursed the ship back to a safe A.O. A cold sweat spotted his flight suit as the MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY still rang in his head. Stepping out of the ship and onto the ground ,was as sweet as anything he had ever experienced.He now knew he had cheated death and was on borrowed time.Life tasted sweet,full and amazing.Big trouble lay down the road,but that was secondary,he was alive.They had been flying out of a special forces camp near Tuy Hoa.The sky was blue and the winds gentle,another day of paradise, as only Vietnam could give.Picking up a load of civilian Vietnamase,they had headed across the mountians and bad guy country.They headed thru no fly zones,but the air was good that day.A happy mood was on board,the crew were all friends and the crew chief was 2 weeks short.Gabby,the pilot ,offered the chief a chance for a "short timers" stick time.The gunner,who had never flown on the chiefs side,wanted to sit there,knowing both his guns were in tip top shape.The Peter Pilot,didnt care,he just wanted to sit behind a machine gun.All changed places at 4000 feet.What the heck,helicopter crews lived a dangerous life and became bored very easily with everyday dangers,this was new and exciting.The Vietnamase hadnt a clue what was happening,and stared in wide eyed astonishment as the crew climbed around seats in mid-air,laughing and smiling.After a few mimutes of prep talk,the crew chief had the 'stick". He was doing ok,so everybody relaxed and enjoyed the flight.Quite suddenly,the ship was hit with cross winds and the crewchief lossed control.The ship twisted and turned many ways ,then started falling out of the sky. Just like in the movies,the sound of a shrill whine of an aircraft crashing was heard.Wall insulation was ripped down by the wind,ammo belts were twisted around the gun mounts, altitude was fast disappearing,trees were growing bigger and bigger.The Peter Pilot ,back in the gunners well was calling out,"air speed Gabby,for Gods sake,airspeed.Then he started calling MAYDAYs and telling our position.WE were dead.Out of control from 4000 feet,falling like a rock. The civilian passengers were all screaming and praying. The gunner made his peace with GOD,a feeling of calm came over him.He felt at peace,for the first time in his life,,,he knew he was going to die.He thought of his mom,and the hurt he would cause her by his death.Somehow, perhaps it was lady luck,or just good piloting,the ship pulled out just at tree top level.Looking around the ship,it was a mess.People crying,insulation ripped off the walls,pasengers "luggage" scattered everywhere.Everyone just sat back and couldnt believe they were still alive.The airforce spotter plane that had responded to the MAYDAYS,was told to disreguard.Flying at a very slow ,tree top level,they collected their thoughts and actions.At that time,they were flying above a VC or NVA training camp,with dirt trails from trucks evident.Just then,a NVA solider,jumped out from under a tree and ripped off a clip of AK-47 rounds at the ship's belly.Incomming,incomming ,the gunner screamed into the mic,grabing the butterfly handles of his M-60. He couldnt fire back,his belted ammon was wrapped around the gun mount from the wierd airsteam.The Pilot was yelling "who is firing,who is firing?"Incoming,incoming "screamed the gunner again. By that time,the ship had flown out of the fire zone,but new worries settled on the crew.All were checking the guages and looking for tail- tail smoke or fluids slipping out into the slipstream in a thin long cloud.Making a 180 degree turn,they headed back for the special forces camp..a place of safely to sit down in.Thats when the cold sweat started..where we hit? What kind of damange was done to the ship pulling "over tourques? They limped back to SF camp,accompied by the still crying passengers. They landed,passengers scrambled off the ship,as if it were sinking at sea.The crew,shut down the ship,and then all went to sit in the shade of a tree,in silence. Even the non - smokers,lit up a smoke.After perhaps a minute,the gunner started to check out the ship.Then the crewchief and pilot joined him.All was clear,till the gunner spotted some "anti tourque" screws missing off the tail boom.The ship was then "red Xed",it couldnt be flown again,till repaired.Radio calls went out and the crew was "rescued",to be flown back to base.At every dip in the air,the crew of the stricken ship cringed.Later that day,a Chinook was dispatched to pick up and sling the huey back to base.Flying over the south China Sea at 5000 feet,a sling broke loose.The gallent ship started to swing back and forth,so it was "cut" loose,to fall into the china sea,never to be seen again.Meanwhile,back at the base,the shit hit the fan.Who cares,I am still alive today.
alvis
USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 20:44:39 (MDT)

Hey Rick, RICK S. Saw your post in the FLIGHT LOG BOOK about "632". Thanks for supplying that info. Is that your email address at the end of your post?....and do you want it in the CONTACTS section,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Mark
Mark
USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 20:33:16 (MDT)

J.W.--------Where at in Ohio were you????.....and yes it was a beautiful day.
Mark
USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 20:26:37 (MDT)

DON MORE ON 632 I WAS THE CE BEFORE SHORT WHILE FLYIN IN THE AKE KHE PASS WITH CPT ROY AS P AND LOVEJOT AS PP JJ JOHNSON GUNNER IT TOOK MANY HIT EVEN 2 IN TO THE ROCKETS AND WE WERE ABLE TO GET IT BACK TO BASE
Rick Stevenson <racing16mgr>
southside, al USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 18:30:49 (MDT)

Mark, Sunday was a beautiful day in Ohio. I drove up from N.C. to pick up a boar that I had bought and then back home.
J.W. Wilson
Kinston, N.C. USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 18:22:40 (MDT)

Kim.....I`m 42 miles to the southeast, off of I-78.....Before you exit for my place, you start seeing signs for the Holland Tunnel into The City.......
Fred Skaggs
Summit, NJ USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 16:18:55 (MDT)

Welcome Home again guys, I see you have been chatting amongst yourselves about 632. It great we have together started something. My fondness for the Hueys and Cobras from my days an an engine mechanic with 11th Armored Cav has become a love for this ship. As information has come in from the units she served with it is now a desire to tell her stroy and the men who knew her by writing a book. I can't do it without your help. I am looking for stories, pictures of the ship, men who served with her or anything that will add to it's history. I see you have been talking about getting her painted like she was in your unit. Unfortunatly we can not do it for everyones unit. At the moment the current plan is to see if we can get her painted as she was with the first unit she served with the 134th but your unit will be recognized. You may not be aware of these facts that led us to this decision. 632 was originally assigned to the 134th as a new ship and they picked her up in Ft worth and eventually took her to Nam. She served 2 years 67-69 with the 134th. She saw heavy action during Tet and was part of a 3 ship flight who got 11oo confirmed kills during Tet. She also flew air support for the Battle of Hill 875 "Hamburger Hill" as well as saw action around An Ke and the Ashau Valley. She flew over 1200 hours on her first tour. For these reasons we have decided on the Devil colors of the 134th. However we intend to recognize the other units she served with by having the Cougar (57th AHC) and your Cobra patches put on the front 2 doors. Please guys help me out despite any disapointment our plans do not include. I have talked to Don McCort but neglected to get his email and street address. If anyone can help please do. Don is sending me the Call Sign plaque from 632 to display in our Museum in Monroe. If any of you have items such as this our museum will display it with recognition to donor. Again please help, Don
Don Reed <trkdon@hotmail.com >
Temperance, Mi USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 09:48:43 (MDT)

Mark, the Cobra was also painted on the tail. The nose art you pictured is from 212. It was on her before I took over as crewchief.
Kim
USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 09:07:13 (MDT)

Mark - absolutely will send you one!!! Have huge favor, Mark. Can you resend me the address to send the museum check to and who to make it out to? I was going to give it to you at the reunion, but since you're going to be AWOL!!! lol Thanks.Bill
Bill Wolf
USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 08:51:09 (MDT)

Shorty, I have a couple pictures of 632, one with Roberts and Chico, another with Danny Samsel. I'm trying to remember who might have crewed her between them. Lupo? Davis? Did smitty have her before Samsel? When Samsel was there, 632 was a light setup, he got shot in the foot when he was clearing a minigun. Hope this helps you remember. Jerry Heckathorn, I made a quick trip to Gettysburg this past weekend. I'll be heading down again this summer, hopefully we can catch up with each other. Fred Skaggs, I came back up 287, how far are you from MAHWAH?
Kim
USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 08:50:06 (MDT)

Bill W Please send me a video. 701 east Vine street, Coldwater, Ohio 45828......
Mark
USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 08:27:07 (MDT)

Hey Flight - Looking foward to seeing as many of you that can make the reunion. Mark / Wink - will greatly miss not seeing both of you, but know you'll be there in spirit. For those attending, I have a new video I'm bringing to show (will have copies there and can send copies to those who can't make it). Its a three parter: (1) 2005 Reunion Memories (2) A Look Back at the 129th (3) A Tribute To Our Fallen Am also bring a few kewl raffle prizes!!! See you all there!!!!! Bill
Bill Wolf <vnheloreunion@aol.com>
USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 08:24:36 (MDT)

Matt Casey will be looking forward to seeing you. I remember LZ louisville and your bike ride to make the reunion. Well 4 weeks and the 129th will have a CA on LZ Phoenix. Will miss the Brothers and Sisters on the 129th whom won't be there. And At present can find anybody to replace Wink and his teeth!! I will be running for the President or Vice president of the VHCMA. The VHCMA's Charlie Rains put me in contact with Mark. And I appreciate his time posting the reunion info. It's helped get the word out and the turnouts large. We have been consist with the 129th increasing our attendance every year. It will be an honor once again to spend time with my 129th Family. Well hope today to find out if the doctor's will be able to get my right knee and foot straighted out. But, you can count on being at LZ Phoenix. Wink it's a 3 hour direct flight from Memphis. I am leaving on the 22nd. I can use the company. Will on a 319 Northwest Air Bus. Always A Brother Alex
Alex
Collierville, TN USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 07:05:42 (MDT)

Morning Flight......just wanted to say THANKS for being my friend and have a great day....this "632" project has really come alive. What a blessing........take care and God Bless............
Mark
USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 06:46:18 (MDT)

The wife & I were junk shop shoping she look at baby thing I just look & found some 45 recard one caught my eye by Lee Greenwood GOD BLESS THE USA & it sound good Wish the troups in Iraq & Afghanistan. I got a email from afrend the last part sead it you dont want to suport are TROPS then go & stand in front of them & I liked that you can beat they would not be one in line at the plane & I would pay there plane ticket& if they had when the first shot was fired they put a goffer to shame in diging a hole.
Arthur & Glenda Foster <tigerwagon@msn.com>
Hogansville, GA. USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 20:36:32 (MDT)

I sent this photo to Mr. Don Reed for the image of the door numbers ...........and one like this for the COBRA NOSE ART image .............Do you guys think that that will work to put on the "632" that is on display in Monroe MI.?
Mark
USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 19:27:32 (MDT)

Howard, you statement of ( The tears came to my eyes when I saw that ship again after almost 33 years. ) brought tears to my eyes. It is things like this that make 10 years of this web site being around come alive and my heart is overwhelmed with joy for you guys. I had no idea it would ever turn out like this. I believe we all "have had God on our side". Take care my brothers and sisters............I love you all......and thanks for being out there. I truly am emotional about this latest chapter in the 129th web site. Awesome, absolutely awesome.....................always a brother........
Mark
USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 19:06:29 (MDT)

howard,there is also a really good shot of a door and numbers at Phils site,,, www.huey.co.uk ,,,its in the 3 gallery...i think its Robbie or Ricks ship 210 is the tail number i think
alvis
USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 14:40:23 (MDT)

Howard, I just sent you 2 photos.In both,its hard to see the numbers,but you can see them.Both are slicks..one i took and the other one is from the ROK web site( a picture of a 129th ship dumping off supplies on/in the fire base that was under 7/24 incoming where we lost the ship in 72...that might even be the ship we lost,,cant make out tail numbers.
alvis
USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 14:35:01 (MDT)

I am in touch with the person setting up the deal with the helicopter 632. He did say to me that he would like to but 129 on the doors so if anyone has pics of a door with 129th, can you seed them email to me. Also he would like to but the Cobra back on the nose piece as it was in Nam. Mike LoveJoy was the pilot and I believe I was the crew chief but do not remember who was co-pilot or gunner. It might have been Stantly (Love Dog) Roberts but not sure. Anyone remember that day we were hit and made a emergency landing on top of a mt at a old sleep over place. I remember the helicopter had to be shorted out cause the wires were shot in too. The big bolt out of the four that hold the tail boom on was missing and after talking to the Bell Rep in Pleiku where the helicopter was taken by a Chithook. The bolt was the biggest one and the rep said the tail boom should of fell off, god was on our side that day. Please if anyone has some good pictures of nose piece or he doors it would be helpfull. Good flying to you all and keep the head above the clouds. The tears came to my eyes when I saw that ship again after almost 33 years. Shorty Howard Boling PLEASE IF ANYONE REMEMBERS THE OTHER CREW MEMBERS PLEASE LET MARK OR MYSELF KNOW, PLEASE?
Howard Boling <boling7461@msn.com>
Coquitlam, BC Canda - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 12:24:52 (MDT)

grrrrrr,still aint working.
alvis
USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 06:58:43 (MDT)

[IMG]http://i4.tinypic.com/10890kx.jpg[/IMG]
alvis
USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 06:58:11 (MDT)

didnt work..sorry
alvis
USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 06:39:54 (MDT)

[IMG]http://i4.tinypic.com/10890kx.jpg[/IMG]
alvis
USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 06:39:07 (MDT)

Hi there flight, been off line for a while but thats all changing thanks to chapter 31. I have some pictures of our guns, not sure on the tail numbers, eyes don't see as good as they use to, so if I can help let me know.....Mark I have a picture of the back of my bike that some might enjoy......How do we make that happen???....I look forward to seeing as many as possible at the reunion.............I be going up with a door gunner from the 213th. We met in Germany after our tours in Nam, we both got assigned to post detail as there were too many crew chiefs for the birds they had. I did finally get to fly there, ended up a the company commanders ( a full bird ) crew chief. Bad new was the first sergeant went every where with us and he hated me.
Matt Casey
Hemet, Ca USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 22:15:03 (MDT)

Hi brother Larry still in the hospital he know me now & still the same. Well I like the photo of the park it good to see one of those skid drager again But still like 351 & Tiger wagon. I think I got come C Model on ss 8 film going to try to get it on cd if Ican the timing holes are striped But found a place to have the slide of the 129. Want to here a good one when I went home for the last time from nam Well that plain thd landed at cameron bay it had a bad tire had to wait to they got it fixed then we took off they sead we got a nother bad tire so we had to go to Japan well got a nother flat when we landed had to wait to a nother plain came in with a tire we took off the pliot told on flats so we were landing at Alaska the pilot told us the nose wheel was not all the way down & not locked so they told us we got to get in crash pision I look at the stewardess I just left nam & it was my third time over there & she was a little to white I ask here how her drows I will tell you when we get on the ground in one peace that plane in like the shuddle lands when we hit the ground I thort it was going to brake in half then the pilot let us know down & locker.
Arthur & Glenda Foster <tigerwagon@msn.com>
Hogansville, GA. USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 20:44:23 (MDT)

I think you have something there Wink...lets start planning the 129th reunion after this one.Wink,drive a day early into here,rest here and then fly out with us.Dont know if it will help,but thats the offer.Mark..glad Phil answered you,he doesnt post my mails (except for the last one)...guess I pissed him off somehow...well..thats ok,i aint going back tho I still support the 509.
alvis
USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 10:09:25 (MDT)

mark a big thanks, i know you are busy with other things as we all are these days. i knew you would get to it sooner or later.i've read about a reunion for the 129th, well i'm for that.but lets not rush it. i like a lot of you are up for one as soon as possible,. but to make it a reunion to remember an a success we need to think about having the reunion months from now. we have the up coming reunion an along with that summer is almost upon us and by this time everyone has already made plans for the summer. i would like to see as many of us their. i've been rambling again, sorry. well i've been avoiding this, i'm not going to make the reunion this year. it's not because of money. but the flight is to long to endure for me an its far to long of a drive.as much as i want to be thier i just can't handle the trip. hope everyone has a good time. wink 3/69-10/70
wink
lake wales, fl USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 09:16:00 (MDT)

Hey Wink, you gonna love this, I just got around to sending Bradford raceys name to England phil to add to the "509".......what a clutz I am...........sorry for being so slow..........you guys are still out there arnt you?????....I'm gonna have to line ya all up for some PT!!!!!.................
Mark
USA - Friday, May 19, 2006 at 20:51:34 (MDT)

Maybe we can get them to put the 129 on the doors and a Cobra on the nose. I'll ask the guy............
Mark
USA - Friday, May 19, 2006 at 19:56:00 (MDT)

Here is another photo of the "632" The web address for the Parks home page is < http://grunt.appliedphysics.swri.edu/heckmem.htm >.......visit it.
Mark
USA - Friday, May 19, 2006 at 19:54:34 (MDT)

CAN YOU SEE IT?........that is the "632" of the 129th on display in Monroe MI. Our Howard Boling flew her and is making contact with the people of the park to give more info to them about the ship.. Anybody else that recall the "632" please respond to the Don Reed that posted below...........always a brother............
Mark
USA - Friday, May 19, 2006 at 19:51:48 (MDT)

Hope this shows up. Suppose to be a picture of the "632".
Mark
USA - Friday, May 19, 2006 at 19:48:40 (MDT)

Where is everybody? This log book has really slowed. Hope the page aint' fadeing away. MARK
Mark
USA - Friday, May 19, 2006 at 19:19:35 (MDT)

have you guys got your VHCMA newsletter Yet? It has a very good article about The use of "Weed Killer" ( Agent Orange ) in it written by a guy from the 196th "Flippers" that were at Lane with you guys. He does mention the 129th in the article. But I think it may be of some help if needing proof of being around the stuff for VA claims. Hope all is well.........take care.......always a brother......
Mark
USA - Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 21:02:45 (MDT)

ONE OF YOUR VETERANS HAS BEEN FOUND! Hopefully this got your attention. I am a member of VVA 142 in Monroe Mi just south of Detroit. We have a great VN Memorial Park and Museum in Monroe just off I75. Included in the park is a UH1 Gunship (originally a B but on your rooster shows M) tail number 66-00632, It has been there since 1987 and we proudly display it. I am now trying to compile her war stories, pictures, or even artifacts relating to the ship any of you may have. I really want to tell the vistors to our museum and park what she did in Nam. If any of your group can contribute to her story, I would appreciate it. After all her story is yours too. Contact info: trkdon@hotmail.com Don Reed 7310 Silo Meadows Temperance, Mi 48182 734-847-1767 WELCOME HOME and Thanks, Don (11th ACR 68-69)
Don Reed <trkdon@hotmail.com>
Temperance , Mi USA - Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 20:04:44 (MDT)

Re: 632.....I last remember Lovedog Roberts and El Chico Smith as crew on her. Maybe Griff or Shorty Boling can give a little more detail from the crew side. I'm sure Alemaster or Baron 71 can fill in some of the blanks..... The weather pattern has gotten wierd. We had a super mild winter, a dry April, then nothing but clouds and rain for the last couple weeks. New England is full of rolling hills and small streams, so there's all kinds of localized flooding going on. As I said earlier, I live about 75 feet above a river, with low land to my east. When the river floods, it's more of a niusance than anything else. The 3 mile drive to town has at times taken an hour of back road driving.
Kim
USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 17:56:26 (MDT)

Slow hand salute and heartfelt gratitude for your service Ken.
Bill Wolf <VNHeloReunion@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 16:30:07 (MDT)

Slow Salute from here, as a biker i can relate. I am getting my Glide ready for Phoenix now. God Bless all>>>>> Smitty
jim westwang 71-72
Sheridan, wy USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 12:56:41 (MDT)

respectful hand salute rendered
alvis
USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 09:12:15 (MDT)

A Slow Hand Salute To VHCMA member and Brother Mike Kendall. He was with a doorgunner with the 175th. He visited with the 129th at several reunion. He died 5/16/06 as a result of injuries of a motorcycle accident. Alex
Alex
USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 08:47:08 (MDT)

Gale.......That is the weekend that we are have the 91st b/day for my mom and we have relatives from all over the country flying in..so we wont be able to make the 129th..major/mini mini/major. dang it.....just got a lot going on this summer. Happy Birthday though.................Hey Kim, good to hear you are dry up there. Kim, do you know if we have some photos of "632" here on the site, or might you have some? Or maybe even a story about her. The VVA in Monroe MI is just looking for some more info on the ship............always a brother
Mark
USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 05:46:12 (MDT)

Congrads Kim..from the pics on the news,looks like its bad up there.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 05:12:48 (MDT)

FREDDY,,up there they eat navy beans,,,which is pretty good too,but not like what your used to.Grits or cornbread have to be bought off the store shelf and made at home.Have you noticed yet that at the diners they eat gravy on their french fries instead of ketchup? I did so enjoy those diners up north..cant find them in the mid-west or down south.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 05:11:40 (MDT)

Sorry Gale.....Gale = male......Gail = female....
Fred Skaggs
USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 20:42:59 (MDT)

Doing great up here animal. Most of the flooding is about a half hour below me. My youngest got married last weekend, outdoors, sunshine, an hours drive north of me. A place called Smalls Falls, neat little water fall..........I remember 632 as a heavy, 38 rockets. It was a good ship, strong flier.
Kim
USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 20:42:00 (MDT)

Soup Beans(Pinto) and Hillbillie cornbread(non-sweet).....That`s my favorite meal Gail........Kinda hard to find up here in Jersey......Lots of Italian beef, but no "cornbread and soup beans"........in Jersey......I tried to find a "Soul Food Cafe" to get some beans and cornbread....But I could only go so far into Newark,N.J., before you get into "street gang" A.O.......Momma always makes me some when I go home to Ohio.
Fred Skaggs
Summit, NJ USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 20:13:24 (MDT)

ok Gale,sounds good.if anyone else is comming besides paul,please speak up...we will bring food also..and beer.will stay a few hours anyway.What time you plannimg on expecting us to show? kal,common down..we have an empty couch,if nothing else,tho we live an hour east....but no problem.
alvis
USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 13:53:34 (MDT)

Alvis, it is still on (MAY 27th) and glad you both can come. Bring whatever beer you like...we need a variety. Paul talks like he will be here. Mark & Dee, Kal & Shirley, Ron Paye, Rainer & Dee or anyone in the Indy area.........."come on down"! It will depend on you whether it's a "mini" mini 129th or a "major" mini 129th. The 27th is my 64th birthday, but, please no gifts. Your presence will be gift enuff!! I'll have Italian beef sandwiches, chips, etc and a kettle of soup beans simmering on the open fire.........with the aroma wafting thru the air and resting upon the nostrils of....................uh,oh.......I'm starting to sound like Alvis!!! ;o))))
Gale 67-68
Clinton, In US of A - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 09:08:17 (MDT)

Goodmorning Brothers and Sisters of the 129th Family. Well LZ Phoenix is getting close. It looks like the 129th will have another good showing again. Bill I have everything under control. Trying to get a room to 35 to 40 people. I know alot of Brothers don't post. But the read the flight log. And they live out west. The last reunion in Phoenix we had alot show up at the reunion for a day and some stayed longer. Rick said to dress cool. Talked to Cinda an she told me the rooms are going fast. Alot are waiting to last minute. Fred Alvis will make sure we don't get bored. Well Take Care. Always A Brother Alex Mark appreciate you posting the info on the reunion evey year. That helps make it a success. Thanks!!
Alex
USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 06:26:27 (MDT)

Kim, Hope you're OK and Dry.........Greg
Animal
Puna, HI USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 22:21:37 (MDT)

Hey Gang! Mark - sorry we'll miss you and the Mrs. at Phoenix, but know you'll be with us in spirit!!!! Alex - let me know if there's anything I can do to help with events! I'm still finishing a new video for the reunion and hope you will all enjoy it!!! Mark - I located several people who wore bracelets for our KIA's - at least two are sending them for display at the museum. I had hoped to give you the check at the reunion - but since you can't make it- will mail it to you! Can't wait to see all of you next month!! Bill
Bill Wolf <VNHeloReunion@aol.com>
USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 21:05:10 (MDT)

Gale,hope you meant the 27th of this month.I just ask for it off and got it.Sooo,is this thing still on?Even if it isnt,Susan and I shall stop by.Waht kind of beer do you drink?
alvis
USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 20:54:55 (MDT)

Got this today.........They have the info that we have in the HELICOPTERS section. Wants to know if any of you guys can provide more info if you recall flying/crewing this ship. ######################################################################################### Good Morning Mark, I am a member of VVA 142 in Monroe Mi, just south of Detroit. We have an excellant Vietnam Memorial Park and Museum in Monroe. Included in the park are two helicopters, one being a C model tail number 000632. Records indicate that it served with your unit for a short time in 71. Would like to find more info on the history of this ship. Any help will be appreciated. Welcome Home Don Reed 11th ACR 68-69 ######################################################################################## ..............always a brother...................
Mark
USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 19:19:42 (MDT)

Peter Wendt is in VHPA directory with same info as below. His tenure in 129th was after my time.
Snapper
USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 17:30:50 (MDT)

Fred I don't Reconize the name. Alex beer will be ready and plus. I don't think the ice will help the "33" beer. hehehehehehehe flight be careful out there
Rick England`
USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 16:10:41 (MDT)

found this posted today in Helivets.Anyone know him? I ask him to stop by and say hello. > Peter Wendt "Pete" wskydawg@cs.com > Tours: > 1:192nd AHC March 1969 March 1970 Loc:Phan Thiet Callsign:Polecat / > Tiger Shark 2:62nd CAC May 1972 August 1972 Loc:Marble Mountain > Callsign:Royal Coachman 3:129th August 1972 March 1973 Loc:AnSon > Callsign:Bulldogs > Pilot: 68-523 > DOB:September, 30, 1949 > 31 Toner Road > Boonton, New Jersey, 07005-2313 > USA > 973-615-6604 > VHPA >
alvis
USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 10:10:26 (MDT)

Well goodmorning Brothers and Sisters! And Hope all the Mother's had a Wonderfull Mother's Day. Well counting the days to LZ Phoenix. This will be my 14th reunion. Looking forward to see all whom make it. Rick I don't think the heat will be a factor. No humidity like we are use to. Plus you'll have a cold beer waiting for us, won't you? Does any of you remember the 33 beer? Found a shop that sells it. Charlie Rains gave me a bottle of it a while back. Been half tempted to put it on ice. Well all take care. Always a Brother. Alex
Alex
Collierville, TN. USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 06:56:59 (MDT)

the all american race,The Indy 500...,The largest sporting event in the world.known the world over,powered by Honda
alvis
USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 05:55:44 (MDT)

Thanks for the udate Jack.
Mark
USA - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 21:37:15 (MDT)

Moved from Tomah, WI to Hartley, IA 15 Apr 06. New e mail address is: jenewton@caexpress.net
Jack Newton <jenewton@caexpress.net>
Hartley, IA USA - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 07:58:08 (MDT)

We busted 100 degrees so bring your sun screen to the reunion. Flight be careful out there
Rick England
USA - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 06:46:51 (MDT)

Have a nice moothers day out there,you mothers.
alvis
USA - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 06:22:28 (MDT)

5 straight days of pretty much all day rains here in Coldwater. Gettin' a bits soggy. Predicting 5 more days. Farmers got 90% the crops in and wanted rain, but if it keeps up this way the beans and corn will be growin' out of the drainage ditch by the side of the road.............whats id like else where in the country?................always a brother.....
Mark
USA - Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 20:49:28 (MDT)

congrats to all the new grandchildren they are the best medcine. Good luck and be careful out there
Rick England
USA - Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 09:58:52 (MDT)

Hi To all the BROTHER & Sister Well whot son inlaw he so far out of sight even if he in the same room. he look like his Mother it not funney I gave him anick name SKOODER he dos not stay still for one sec. The wife got to kiss him first he had not been washed & her eys were so wet I am so happy for the third time in my life the first time when I got to see GLENDA for the first time & we were married the 2st time when Tammy came GLENDA coud not have a babby so the next best thing was to find some one to help us to get one TAMMY was born oct 23 77 we got her oct 24 77 & 3th was SKOODER & the wife told me not to brak his neck she will tak care of him. well got to go take care ART
Arthur Foster <tigerwagon@msn.com>
Hogansville, GA. USA - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 21:46:27 (MDT)

welcome to the 129th little one,and welcome to the world.When you are our age,the world will sure be a differant place.I expect you will see changes from this day that our great grand fathers saw,our grandfathers saw,our fathers saw,as did we.Horses to space ships,electric egg beaters to L-13 turbine powered ones.welcome to the first day of your life.
alvis
USA - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 21:05:01 (MDT)

Mark,I see the red X in the book that grounds the chopper,but no pic.
alvis
USA - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 20:59:23 (MDT)

Sorry that the photo is so big...............
Mark
USA - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 19:57:35 (MDT)

OK How about this one?
Mark
USA - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 19:55:03 (MDT)

Darn.....trying to put the boy on display and can't get it to work. Lets see if this works.
Mark
- Friday, May 12, 2006 at 19:29:25 (MDT)

Darn.....trying to put the boy on display and can't get it to work. Lets see if this works. WHAT A BLESSING!!!!............ALWAYS A BROTHER................
Mark
USA - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 19:20:54 (MDT)

Mark
USA - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 19:12:09 (MDT)

Mark
USA - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 19:01:29 (MDT)

Happy Birthday Jack! L-Aunt Gently
Gently
USA - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 12:32:51 (MDT)

Prayers and best wishes to the Mom and baby,and to you and Dee.
alvis
USA - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 05:57:28 (MDT)

No........THANK YOU Fred!!!!............I'll always remember the day we first met.###### Tomorrow our 4th grandchild will be coming into the world. The C-section will start at 0930. His name is Jack William Lennartz. Ambie is feeling great and ready. So are we. Please remember them in your prayers. I'll let you know all about him tomorrow night. How blessed I have been over the years. For the Lord to grant me such an abundant life with a wonderful family and all of you as family too. I don't deserve any of it, but I thankfully accept it............Baron, you be careful brother and I know we can count on you to say hi to the 129th'ers on the WALL. God Speed be with you...........always a brother..............
Mark
USA - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 19:59:07 (MDT)

Pete! I may be in D.C. for Memorial DAy. Where are you guys staying? I'll be at the Double Tree Hotel in Crystal City(1-703-416-4100) from the 23rd-29th. My flight on the 29th is suppose to leave at 7:30 AM, but I'd love to stay for the Memorial at the Wall and join up with you guys. Let me know. L-Gently
Gently
USA - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 15:03:29 (MDT)

After finding this site,and one very good friend I flew with,I decided to stick around a bit.The days passed,the posting by different folks led to finding more friends I flew with.And,I made friends in here.There is a little piece (peace as well?)of me in here.So after reading this and that,about "Pop a Top",I decided it was time to "test" the waters,dispite my fears.I decided to have my "first" reunion.Pulling up to the "Pop a Top",one sunday,parking,I saw a gentleman and a lady,doing chores on the side of the building,near the side door.They greeted me as I walked up,and we bagan to talk.First off,they said,"Sorry,the bar is closed on sundays"."Just my dumb luck",I thought.Talking a bit more,they found out I was a 129ther.I found out it was Mark and Dee I was talking to.A few hugs, and welcome home brother, they then invited me in for a, well recieved beer.Now ,this is when my reunion started.As I walked around the room,I saw many things you all had sent,and Mark had collected.What really caught my eye,was the chicken plate Jim Westwang (Smitty) had signed ,then sent.As my eyes traveled over the plate,I saw names that flashed into memory,accompanied by little slices of memories,of a life once ,long ago.I saw names from this site,friends,one and all.I was amazed,it touched me.It was the first, of the last few chapters,we started long ago in a bloodied land that touched us all.It was part 3,of my NAM experience.I wont even go into 2,most of you know that story...drugs,alcohol,women,jobs,jail,ect.or any mix of those.Anyway,Mark kinda left me alone,to brouse and look,alone with my memories.But i wasnt alone,you signed names were there with me and the times we had.That was my first,thanks Mark and Dee.
alvis
USA - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 12:23:36 (MDT)

Smitty I might be able to organize the 129th at LZ Phoenix. Had some experience since I organized the 129th mini-reunion back in 97. In 98 there was two 129ther's Glenn pearmain and my self so, that was really the first reunion. Liz got me a 129th flag when they was up for bid. Liz and Gently worked that surprise. So, we will have our colors there. If wasn't for the VHCMA where would we be? All our brothers ans Sisters will be missed. This is the 20th anniverary of the VHCMA. Been asked to run for office again. I will decide once I get there. Baron have safe flight. It's a once an a life time experience to make the RFTW. We'll never get too old to make a trip to the wall. Well flight have a safe day. LZ Pheonix in about 6 weeks. We need to try figure out how many of us is going to be there, so we can get a room. Always A Brother Alex
Alex
USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 15:07:17 (MDT)

Baron, ride safe. I have wanted to do that but am going to ride to Phoenix alone it looks like. Might Fly but i want to see "Angelfire". Prayers for you & all on the RFTW. I was there to see freds bs & lies so that won't help a lot but the fellowship will. Yes we will be short some but others have needs. Alex, it appears we will need someone to kind of organize things with Mark not coming-- You up for it??>>>> respects>> Smitty
jim westwang 71-72
Sheridan, wy USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 11:22:43 (MDT)

Mark - Fred - Animal - even Richard Bowie!! Been off the net wayyy tooo long. Just stopped by to see who was still around. Mike Miles Bulldogs 129th 70-71
Mike Miles <michael.miles@gsa.gov>
Easton, MD USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 06:37:00 (MDT)

Baron..........Traveling mercy prayers and on their way up. Great to see your post and thanks for riding for the ships you mentioned. Spacialy for the "257".........Are you planing on being around Ohio at any time????............I'll call ya........Kal, I am sorry I am not making the ride with you. Not much more I can say about it. The rest of ya that will be in LZ AZ Have a great time and do plan on an OHIO Gig next year. Do we have any suggestions on what time of the summer that we would like to have the 129th reunion in Ohio?..................God Bless and take care..............always a brother.
Mark
USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 18:04:59 (MDT)

Well, Thursday is the big day. I’m on a mission. I pull pitch at zero 7 hundred. I pick up my wingman, Mike Huber a crew chief from the 129th. In Fort Stockton Texas on Friday. Then on to Phoenix where we will be joined Darrell Jenkins by a medic from the 498th. We’ll arrive at LZ Ontario Sunday Night; sign up then it’s off to the Wall. We’ll arrive Friday of the following week. L.A. to D.C. I’ve done parts of the RFTW, but this will be the first time I’ll go ALL THE WAY. By the time I get home I will have put about 6000 miles on my Scooter. I’ve been told, I’m too old, I’m nuts. The fact is I’m over the hump, and Gittin short. This is something I’ve got to do. So say a prayer for me, and all the guys that can’t ride. Bulldog 257, Cobra 959 and all the POW & MIA’s. If you live along the route, come see me. If you want to call while I’m on the run, my cell is 337-319-9980. You can see the Maps at www.RFTW.org . “Gone But Not Forgotten” BARON
Pete Nolen <petenolen@fhtm.us>
maurice, La. USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 11:18:56 (MDT)

I will be there. Fred you can tell us that will be there. Flight be careful out there
Rick England
USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 05:03:25 (MDT)

I have to wait for the newest schedual ,to be posted at work, to find out if I can attend Gail and sweet debbies spring bash.Gail,that car up and running yet?
alvis
USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 21:19:41 (MDT)

KAL; seeing as how you aren't going to pheonix why don't you come down to gales for the mini. i will proabably go over to gales for that seeing as how the wife is going to pheonix the weekend of the reunion for a wedding without me. haven't been on msn much lately but try to catch me on sat morning . hello to the rest of the flight gale i will proabably see you the 27th,fred i hope you are gonna make it,wanna hear some more stories
paul mcgrath
oglesby, il USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 18:14:07 (MDT)

Well Fred we will find someone to list to you. Plus we can drink a few beers for my 60th birthday,which will be on the 13th of June. Going to feel odd not having Liz with me. But, I promised her we would go to Branson this fall. Hey! Fred I don't think Don Miller has heard your stories yet. Plus J.W. and Smitty will be there. Along with Bill Wolf & Co. Well take Care Have to cut grass and finish my ptsd essay for the VA. Always A Brother Alex
Alex
USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 12:30:31 (MDT)

HELLO FLIGHT. ME AND GAIL WILL BE THERE EITHER WEND OR THUR. . ALVIS LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AND SUE AGAIN, I GUESS WE MEET MOREPEOPLE WE NEVER MET BEFORE WE MISS THE ONES WHO ALWAYS GO BUT THERE IS NEX YEAR. WHATS THE ONE YOU TALK ABOUT IN OHIO. WHEN IS IT. WELL JUST WANTED TO SAY HI TO ALL I SEE YOU THERE RICK AND ALVIS NOT SUREWHO ELES IS GOING , BUT WE BE THERE TAKE CARE ALL A BROTHER ALLWAYS RAY
RAY <stilwating@aol.com>
MD USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 10:13:23 (MDT)

Alvis, I'm sure that you will find someone to listen...:o)
Gale
USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 09:23:11 (MDT)

Jeeze,who IS going to be there? Susan and I will be leaving on the 21st.Alex and Ray have heard all my B.S. and lies before,who am I gonna bore now?
alvis
USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 09:09:32 (MDT)

Well Goodmorning flight: First of all Congradulatons to Art and Family. Also, Mark and Family. Kal sorry won't me making the reunion. Will miss all whom won't be there. This old broken down 129th Bulldog will get in on Thurs.22nd. I am supposed to have a room with two beds in it. Will share with a non-smoker. As some has mentioned the VHCMA is nice because of all the different units,along with our sister units. But, also the time has come to consider a 129th reunion. We have grown in Brothers over the years. I think we need a commitee to over see finding a location and time frame. Transportation and hotel will be a major factor. Because we are scattered all over the country. Alex
Alex
USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 06:35:49 (MDT)

Well Goodmorning flight: First of all Congradulatons to Art and Family. Also, Mark and Family. Kal sorry won't me making the reunion. Will will all whom won't be there. This old broken down 129th Bulldog will get in on Thurs.22nd. I am supposed to have a room with two beds in it. Will share with a non-smoker. As some has mentioned the VHCMA is nice because of all the different units,along with our sister units. But, also the time has come to consider a 129th reunion. We have grown in Brothers over the years. I think we need a commitee to over see finding a location and time frame. Transportation and hotel will be a major factor. Because we are scattered all over the country. Alex
Alex
USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 06:34:44 (MDT)

Kal, you should fly down to Phoenix. I'm sure there will be plenty 129ther's there. It's just too far for me and Debbie's working. I enjoy the VHCMA reunion also, but, personally I could have just as much fun with a "129th only" reunion.Remember how great it was at Ron Payes party at Indy? I'm all for a "first" 129th in Ohio next year and see what happens. I still feel that we could attract more 129ther's if we could meet in some smaller cities.........and I feel like that should be top priority. We're not getting any younger and there's lots of "newbies" out there. Meanwhile, you are all welcome at my house on May 27th for a mini 129th and my birthday (64th). Kal, Alvis, Mark, Ron, Rainer, Paul, Gently & Joe??? I can't put ya up, but, I sure can feed ya!!! Luv you all.
Gale 67-68
Clinton, In US of A - Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 19:05:24 (MDT)

Good evening Flight. It is with great sorrow that I must inform the group that I will not be in attendance at the VHCMA, Phoenix, reunion this year. It is just too far to ride alone and riding alone that far just don't excite me at all. J.W. Wilson, I tried to email you as I did Smitty to inform you B4 posting this but it bounced back to me as "undeliverable." You will need to make a hotel reservation as I do not have one now. I was really looking foreward to this and just hope next years will work out better for us. It appeard that a lot of the regular attendees will not be there this year and a lot of folks haven't been heard from in a long time that would have committed by now. I am just hoping that with all the talk about a seperate 129th reunion next year that the VHCMA reunion doesn't just fade away as it is quite enjoyable. JW & Smitty, I hope I haven't messed up your plans and that you have a great time!!.. Take care all... C U L8r.... Kal...>>>
Kal Bergstrom 67/68 <n8auu (at) email dot com>
Saint Joseph, MI USA - Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 18:14:02 (MDT)

Art, congrats on the addition to the family....bTW. didn't Cletus T. Judd sing a song about your son in law? Momma he's lazy?
Kim
Livermore, Me. USA - Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 18:07:56 (MDT)

Mark, Dee, Message to you both on back channel...... Art, Congrats on the Grandbaby...... Think of the joy of the baby and try to forget "lazy one"............ Hard to do I know, but worth it...... ktf,
C.P.
- Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 07:20:05 (MDT)

Susan and I extend our most hearthy congrads to you ART and best wishes to the new baby and the babys parents.
alvis
USA - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 20:50:14 (MDT)

WELL HE MAID IT INTO THE WORLD 7.5 POUNDS 22" LONG 8 25 AM WEN & WHEN i TALK HE LOOK TO SEE WHARE I AM & HE GOT HIS FIRST SHART YOU COUD HERE HIM THROW THE GLASS WINDOW & I SEAD WELCOM INTO THE WORLD & MY WIFE CRIED TO IT HARD TO GET TO HOLD HIM BUT I DO HIS DAD CAME CLOUSE TO DROUPING HIM THE WIFE LOOK LIKE SHE WAS GOING TO TAKE A STROKE HE CAN FALL A SLEEP IN A HART BEAT I HAD TO PACH A HOLE IN MY BATH ROOM WALL WHERE HE FELL OFF THE THROUND I THORT A 61 MORTOR ROUND WENT OFF AT 3 AM MY PACE MAKER WENT CRAZY HE IS GOT TO BE THE MOUST LAZY GUY THERE IS I WORK MORE IN 1 WEEK THAN HE HAS IN A YEAR WHEN I WAS 7 YEARS OLD 61 NOW. HAD TO SHOW HIM HOW TO MAKE A BED.
PAW PAW Art Foster <Tigerwagon@msn.com>
Hogansville , GA. USA - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 19:13:01 (MDT)

We are going to miss you guys. Good luck on your new home love to you and Dee. Be careful out there.
Rick England
USA - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 05:48:41 (MDT)

gonna miss you both
alvis
USA - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 03:05:44 (MDT)

....well, this is really going to hurt me..........but, it turns out that Dee and I will not be able to make the reunion in Phoenix this summer. I am very sorry that I will not be able to be there. I just don't know what else to say. We have just way to many things going on back here this summer that it is impossible for us to attend. If the offer still stands though for a 129th gathering here in Ohio next year I will make the arrangements. I am so sorry about this and I kinda feel like I am letting the 129th down. It's just that we have a new grandchild on the way, and we will be starting construction on a new home in June. I'm just not going to be able to make it. Again, please accept our apology and start making plans to attend a 129th reunion in Ohio next year. Damn it, always a brother, I hope still..................I love you all..........
Mark
USA - Friday, May 05, 2006 at 20:29:14 (MDT)

Stickman, You gave your daughter an experience she'll remember the rest of her life. I don't recall having any numbers put on an aircraft. In fact I considered the aircraft the property of the CE's, and was greatful for the opportunity to drive them around!....... Greg
Animal
Puna, HI USA - Thursday, May 04, 2006 at 22:15:31 (MDT)

Took my daughter on her first light plane ride today, she had a blast. On the way home I finally heard the words that were music to my ears,,,Dad will you teach me to fly. Life is beautiful, live. Animal did you have your ce paint 13 on the nose of the bird? Have a wonderful day all, bless those who are sick and ailing,,,Jim
Jim "stickman"
Pembroke, Ga USA - Thursday, May 04, 2006 at 13:56:53 (MDT)

While skydiving I pulled the rip-cord and nothing happened. As I plummeted towards Earth, I noticed a man flying straight up at me. When we were abreast, I asked him; "Do you know anything about parachutes?" "NO" he replied, "Do you know anything about gas stoves?".....
Animal
Puna, HI USA - Thursday, May 04, 2006 at 00:45:57 (MDT)

I have invited any korean tiger or white horse nam vet to our reunion.Hope this meets with your aprovial.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, May 03, 2006 at 21:27:51 (MDT)

one more month,less than 7 weeks to go
alvis
USA - Wednesday, May 03, 2006 at 09:15:19 (MDT)

Howdy to Art Foster! I think I bought a Mamiya Sekor 35mm camera from you back in 1971, with a homemade aluminum flash bracket (ring any bells?). I still have it, but took it "swimming" once on a canoe trip. The light meter is broken, but I think it may still work if I put some film in it.
Dave Powers
USA - Tuesday, May 02, 2006 at 11:09:19 (MDT)

fred, don't know how anyone could be offended. great writting wink 3/69- 10/70
wink
lake wales, fl USA - Tuesday, May 02, 2006 at 08:51:33 (MDT)

Hi Iwas reading about PAUL NOLEN he was a good friend. Well one night PAUL was at the nco club well when he came bacb to the hooch he was fealing no pain & the hooch maids left there wash tub near the door well PAUL found in in a funny way face first my cub was at the door I heard A voice say help me I am droning look out & PAUL was in it I think about it at time the good time so I thort I just let you BROTHER know of it. We had some tgood timeover there. well got to go know I Having agood thing coming wedneday I be a grand fother that day cant wait hard sleaping night O A BOY let you see him if it ok to put a pitcure of him for you to see. Art & GLENDA
Art Foster <tigerwagon@msn.com>
Hogansville, GA. USA - Monday, May 01, 2006 at 19:22:38 (MDT)

so there isnt any misunderstanding by anyone,This is what came from my fingers tonight.It was done with the upmost respect for, two hurting brothers,and those of us that have been there.If I have offended anyone,please accept my sincere appoliges.
alvis
USA - Monday, May 01, 2006 at 17:20:39 (MDT)

The smoke rose,curling thru up thru his fingers.The hint of a smile was was highlighted by the spring sun,shining brightly on his face.The troubled eyes were,I suppose,turned inward toward memories,resulting in the smile.If you could read and hear those eyes,you would hear laughter of young men and helicopter blades,the sing song language of the vietnamase, spoken by saucy young ladies and the sounds of military life at ease,in the background.You might see the smoke off of tires from some brightly painted muscle car,loud exhaust,and the poping of beer cans.The chatter,sights and sounds of lifes road,accompied by a good friend.That sun shone thru the new spring leaves,on his face,spring,a time of new beginnings.He was sitting on the curb,no-one can smoke inside anymore.Inside,was a friend,a good friend.A close friend as only war can make,as only shared dangers can make.Not many can understand this,but those who have been thru it can.Its a bond closer than brothers.Perhaps,that was what the smile was about,times remembered and shared.Ahh,the good life,to be young and free again,lifes promise, streaching out into the misty future,unadorned with the problems of family or responseability.There was sadness in those tired eyes as well.The weight of lifetime.A sadness of the circle of life,which all must travel.With the sadness,hand in hand,was pain.The pain of friendship ending,yet again to another friend.The sadness of helplessness,the failure of being able to share the pain,to lessen the burden,the failure of being able to give badly needed strenght to a friend.The spring sun shone on his face,a face waiting for his friend,perhaps for the last time.His friend lay dying,perhaps the last gift of agent orange, or of the war that savaged his soul.
alvis
USA - Monday, May 01, 2006 at 17:11:55 (MDT)

I received a nice land line call from Art Foster.... Filled me in on Larry Brewster's condition.... Not Good..... Really nice of Art to call.... I asked him to tell everyone here about Larry..... Also, he has some stories about others that you will like to hear..... Thanks Art..... ktf,
C.P.
USA - Monday, May 01, 2006 at 15:01:51 (MDT)

Hey Flight - just checking in. Have been flying back and forth to California (from home in Colorado Springs) almost each week (teaching). Am looking forward to the reunion and seeing all of you again! I'll be brining a new video to watch and copies for all. Mark - I'll bring the museum check to the reunion also. My son in the 82nd Airborn is now a Spec4 (in just 1 1/2 years!!). My other son goes into the Marines in July (was set for June but broke two fingers!!). Hope to have some draft of the book to bring also!! See you all there!! Bill Wolf
Bill Wolf <VNHeloReunion@aol.com>
USA - Monday, May 01, 2006 at 09:12:04 (MDT)

chuckle
alvis
USA - Monday, May 01, 2006 at 03:14:43 (MDT)