Aviation/Flying/Expert Profile

Expertise

I am limited to the BELL UH-1D & H model better known As the Huey. I have flown over 2,000 hours in the Huey. I can answer questions that pertain to the overall flying of the ship. I can answer most questions about general emergency procedures such as: What is a retreating blade stall and what is the emergency procedure to used to recover from a retreating blade stall.I am not a mechanic so I can not answer technical questions about working on the engine or transmission

Experience in the area

My experience is flying the Bell UH-1D & H model Huey. I have experience in flying many kinds of helicopters however my time is limited. I have over 2,000 logged in the Huey: Some in combat, some as an instructor pilot at Ft. Rucker, Alabama, and some as a general pilot on stateside missions I have flown a CH-47, a TH-13T, an OH-6, an H-34 an H-119, a 296-A and a French Alouette.

Organizations

Viet Nam Helicopter Pilot's Association

Publications

none

Education/Credentials

United States Army Helicopter School Class 68-21

Awards and Honors

Bronze Star, Air Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Viet Nam Service Medal, Viet Nam Campaign Medal, National Defense Medal, Army Aviator Badge Rank of Captain