Historical Society

Happenings at NHAHS

By CAPT Bill Personius, USN (Ret.) / President, NHAHS LTM#46 / RW#16213

There is a lot happening in NHAHS! In keeping with the theme for Rotor Review #158 Fall Edition “Past Informs the Present” here is a summary and update concerning everything that NHAHS currently has in work:

CDR Clyde E. Lassen, USN Medal of Honor Memorial SH-60F

During the week of September 12, RADM Brad Rosen, USN CNRSW signed off on the gifting letter requesting authorization for NASNI to accept the aircraft donation from NHAHS and USS Midway Museum. RADM Rosen will “bird dog” the package until it is signed by (ASN EIE) the Honorable Meredith A. Berger. We are working toward a 16 June 2023 Dedication Ceremony at the NASNI Front Gate. To learn more or donate, visit our NHAHS Website Page at https://sh60fhoas.navalhelicopterassociation.org.

H-3 Sea King Restoration Project at Flag Circle

Work is being completed by HSC-4, USS Midway and NHAHS personnel. The Air Boss personally thanked all involved that worked on the project and said keep up the great work.

Chief Selects Community Service Project Helicopter Wash

On Saturday 8 Oct, the Base CMC washed the A-4 Skyhawk while 122 Chief Selects and their sponsors washed the display aircraft at Flag Circle

Jackrabbits to Jets - The Centennial Edition

This is the updated book about NASNI Base history. The third edition was published in 1984. NHAHS is helping promote the book and fact check it. To order a copy, visit the NHAHS website page: https://www.nhahistoricalsociety.org/jackrabbitsto-jets-centennial-edition/

Hank Caruso - Helicatures Book Venture

NHAHS is currently in negotiations to co-sponsor a book of drawings by Hank Caruso about Navy, USMC and USCG helicopters We are planning to a preview the book at the 2023 NHA Symposium. The book will be available for purchase after Symposium.

Region One Veterans Day Weekend Golf Tournament 10 Nov

To sign up for this event, visit www.navalhelicopterassn.org or stop by the office.

HC-7 Movie for Television - NHAHS is Still Collecting Donations

Computer Rendition of NASNI Stockdale Entrance with SH-60F on a Pedestal

Mail Checks to: Naval Helicopter Association Historical Society, Inc. (NHAHS) NASNI SH-60F Project PO Box 180578, Coronado, CA 92178-0578

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