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—Dayton Air Show Dayton, OH.
I'm a big Huey fan, I enjoy flying them in a simulator at home, and when I saw the opportunity to get a ride this past weekend I jumped at the chance. My girl was kinda skeptical about it and originally didn't want to go. But as we were driving there she saw them flying overhead and quickly changed her tune! We had an AMAZING experience, it was so neat, Jeff and the team were all fantastic. Kudos to you all, and I'd fly with you all again any time --- Richard Baldi

—Dayton Air Show Dayton, OH.
It had been 52 years since I last rode a Huey so my son gave me the ride for Fathers Day. After Jeff gave us our briefing I volunteered for the door gunner seat. This ride did not disappoint, great flying with some nice evasive maneuvers. Super staff, knowledgeable and safe. Brought back memories, what a blast! Many thanks to Jeff and the staff. --- Jim Goethe

—CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show Dayton, OH.
As my first experience in the air I have to say it was absolutely incredible. No words can explain just how beautiful the world looks from up there. --- Lattiana C

—Port Clinton, OH.
Riding in the UH-1H at Port Clinton, Ohio, brought back memories of my first helicopter ride in the military 35 years ago, when I was 18. Sitting in the gunner's seat, listening to the turbine engine winding up, and seeing and hearing the main rotor start moving was a real thrill. The experience made me wonder about the pilots, air crews, and troops who had been (or still are) in Vietnam and other areas in Southeast Asia. Thank you Army Aviation Heritage Foundation for the memories, and for preserving history. --- Joe Kovach.

—Davenport, IA.
First of all I would like to personally thank Fred and the entire crew for making this "ride" for my husband, Dick a memorable experience. Dick never experienced a real "Welcome Home" from the community at large due to lack of resources for mental heath, helping with transition to civilian life, etc. His experience was not unique to those returning from Vietnam but it was his to live. Well you and your organization sure gave him a "ticker tape" Welcome Home experience on Sunday and for that I will be eternally grateful. --- Gratefully, Susan, Dick and Kaleb Priebe.

—Davenport, IA.
I took family members to the Quad Cities Airshow to have them ride in a Huey like I did 57 years ago. What a thrill!! They all enjoyed the ride and said they would ride again, if the opportunity came up. My wife got to sit where her brother sat as a door-gunner in Vietnam. A great ride from a great team. --- Thomas Buser

—Davenport, IA.
It was a great time! Keep the antiques flying. --- Tyler

—Hampton, GA.
My son (16) and I took a ride on your Huey and were once again impressed with the experience. Something that needs to be mentioned is these flights are not like your ordinary “tourist” flights, closed cockpit, gentle ascending/descending, cruising maneuvers. The doors are pinned open, the maneuvers are exciting through all phases of the flight and with an airspeed of around 100 mph! In short, exhilarating.
That said, as an Army Crewchief in the 70’s, the crew’s experience spans from Vietnam to current Army Guard pilots. I am sure if you are prior service, you will find a crew member to reminisce about your past experiences. We arrived at 8 AM, and left the hangar about 1:30PM, almost a full day well spent hanging around the flight line and hangar.
Thank you AAHF, job well done. Keep up the good work, and May God Bless you in your mission. --- Richard Gaysowski

—Hampton, GA.
Riding in the Huey this past weekend gave me a deeper appreciation for what those who served in Vietnam experienced. The work that the Army Aviation Heritage Foundation is doing to preserve our history and honor those that served is incredibly important. They do this with such professionalism and compassion. I highly recommend taking a flight with them to experience a bit of history yourself. --- Sheri Myrick

—Denton, NC.
My daughter and I took a ride with your crew today at the Denton farm park; we loved the experience. The level of professionalism was exceptional from sign up, to the ride itself. We would love to fly with you guys again. Thank your for the opportunity. --- Jeffrey & Pierce McDaniel

—Perryville MO.
Loved the Copter Ride! Best day ever! Such a great experience on the Huey at Perryville, MO.. --- Tracy Thompson

—Rome, Ga.
Great ride. My grandkids will never forget our smooth ride. --- Rodger Martin

—Monroe, NC. Warbirds Over Monroe Air Show
AWESOME… is all I really need to say!!! I’ve rode in most everything Army and Air Force used to haul troops and jumped or repelled out of same. Many times I’ve seen attack choppers and jets hit enemy targets for us troops on the ground. This opportunity to ride I could not pass up. The crews and all their support personnel were friendly and made the experience Awesome. Thank you all . Be safe up there. --- Larry Blevins

--Monroe, NC. Warbirds Over Monroe Air Show
My 14 year old son and I rode twice at the Warbirds Over Monroe 2022. The most amazing experience I have ever had! We rode it twice. Everyone involved with these helicopters is excellent! I got personalized service on and off the helicopter. The pilots did an amazing job for our flight. If you see these helicopters at a show don’t hesitate just fly and enjoy. It’s a once in a lifetime event! And I must say thanks to everyone involved in these Hueys! A big THANKS!!! --- Steven Garrett

--Monroe, NC. Warbirds Over Monroe Air Show
While this was a thrilling experience of a life time, there were no beverage services or lavatories. The flight crew forgot to close the doors before departure, and no inflight updates were provided by the pilots. I can’t thank the ARMY Aviation Heritage Foundation enough for the opportunity to fly in a Huey! We’ll see you next year at the War Birds over Monroe event! Awesome experience!!!!! --- Brad Engelbrecht

—Sparta, TN. Upper Cumberland Airshow
I thought I was Going on a regular helicopter ride with eight other people. There was a special needs teenager With his parent, a Vietnam war vet, a lady celebrating her 61st birthday, and the rest were there as a helicopter enthusiast. My husband was a flight medic and it brought back the thrill of the engine starting and the rotors spinning faster and faster. As we went up and around the area, the Vietnam Vet was hooting and yipping with excitement , which made the rest of us follow his lead!! This was a once in a lifetime experience with the open doors of the Huey and looking over to see all the fall colors!! Thank you for making such a positive impact for those reminiscing and for the others of us that will remember the rest of our lives. --- Tanya Opp

—Sparta, TN. Upper Cumberland Airshow
I took my grandson on his first every helicopter ride. The crew at the Upper Cumberland Airshow were over the top on the care they showed myself and my grandson. The flight was exciting and thrilling for him. He hasn’t stop talking about the sounds and smells he took in. A huge Shout Out to this org. As a veteran myself, I can’t express the gratitude and pride I feel for these teams who devote their time and live s to these airframes. I’ve promised to come to Georgia for my own Cobra ride. See you in May. --- Robert Morris

—Dayton, OH. CenterPoint Energy-Dayton Air Show
My dad and I had the pleasure of riding on the UH-1H "Huey" this past weekend at the Dayton airshow. To say it was an experience I will never forget is an understatement! We rode first thing in the morning and I could have left the show right then, completely satisfied! My dad and I do all sorts of historical trips together but riding the Huey could quite possibly be the best experience we've shared in my 37 years! I would HIGHLY recommend this to anyone on the fence. The pilots and ground crew operated at the highest level of professionalism. Also, when they ask for volunteers to ride in the gunner seats, raise your hand quick! Sitting in those seats added a whole other level to the experience! --- Brian C

—Dayton, OH. CenterPoint Energy-Dayton Air Show
Today 7/31/2022 my son and got to check off a bucket list item of doing one of these helicopter rides. We attended the Dayton Ohio Airshow and decided to check it off the list.. What an experience! Everyone was great! There was quite of a bit of a wait but we’ll worth it. Thank you for allowing us to check this off our bucket list.. by the way, Jeff at the staging tent was great and I didn’t get his name but he was telling us about how he enjoyed flying the Cobra and then flying the Blackhawk, I forgot to Sam Elliot’s autograph. Lol! I will definitely remember this and hopefully my son can do it with his son in the future! --- William P Cyr Jr

—Dayton, OH. CenterPoint Energy-Dayton Air Show
My father, myself and my 2 girls got to experience the ride in the Huey today and the experience was more than amazing! Every member was informative and kept the excitement alive as well as showing their own enjoyment during the flight. This was a bucket list ride for my father and the memories we created during it will last forever. We're beyond grateful for the opportunity and the outstanding work done by all. It was definitely an awesome and fulfilling adrenaline rush that we'll never forget that was well worth it. --- Sarah Marsh

—Port Clinton, OH. Port Clinton MVPA Rally
Simply stated--what an amazing event and outstanding group of experienced volunteers. A very engaged, passionate team that cares and is knowledgeable!! I highly recommend it to anyone. My two boys and their wives loved the event!! Thanks for making it possible!!! --- MARIO WEISS

—Port Clinton, OH. Port Clinton MVPA Rally
I can't rightly express what a thrill it was taking a ride in such an amazing helicopter. From the sound of the rotors and jet engine starting up to the wind and rotor noise in the air. Tight turns looking straight down were the best! I can't imagine all that noise plus guns and other aircraft during wartime. The entire staff was professional and attentive. Very safety minded and really enjoyed their work. We are lucky as a nation that these opportunities are available to us. --- David Way

—Port Clinton, OH. Port Clinton MVPA Rally
There were 4 of us who rode the Huey helicopter in Port Clinton OH and it was so much fun! Jeff provided great safety information. I sat across from Outlaw who made the ride extra fun with his help and information! It was well-organized and the scenery was beautiful. I’ve never seen the area from that vantage point, and it was spectacular. I would highly recommend the helicopter ride - it was an experience of a lifetime! --- Kris Masisak

—Cass City, MI. Cass City Freedom Festival
Today my son and I took a Huey ride. Wow what a fun and exciting experience. Everything was professional and safety minded which was reassuring. For me it was extra-special in that my oldest brother who died 20 years ago this year was a USMC Huey Crew Chief. I was able to get a glimpse of what he experienced while serving. I felt a connection to him that was amazing as did my son who never got to meet him. Thank you AAHF. --- Steven Prchlik

—St. Louis, MO. Spirit of St. Louis Air Show
My son and I enjoyed our flight. The ground and flight crew members were extremely nice and accommodating. It was my second time on a helicopter and my son’s first. He was ecstatic when he saw the helicopters as we entered the grounds and we went straight over after going through the show entrance lines. It was a great experience that I m glad we got to share together. Thank you all for making it happen. --- Jonathan Kessinger

—St. Louis, MO. Spirit of St. Louis Air Show
I have been privileged my whole life, due to a flyer/aeronautical engineer dad, to fly. I am now getting to the age where I need to cross things off my bucket list, and on that list were a helicopter ride, a hot air balloon ride and a B17/24/25 etc. ride. Yesterday, 6/11/22, at the St Louis Airshow I was able to scratch the helicopter ride off my list. It was a GREAT experience. Our previous Saturday's ride at Spirit of St. Louis Airport was cancelled but I was able to have a voucher for yesterday's ride at the St. Louis airshow. The crew chief on my flight was a great gal whom I'd met the previous Saturday, what a stellar example of young flying enthusiasts, she will do us women proud as she moves forward I am positive! The ride was wonderful, I felt safe and well protected. Luckily I was the last to board and one of the volunteers reached across and clicked my belt as soon as I sat in the starboard oiutboard seat. I was worried I might not do it quickly and properly, sometimes I'm a klutz! Everything was perfect, I enjoyed it so much, was relaxed and only wished it'd been longer. With friends in the Gateway chapter I may well go ride again when the opportunity arises. I feel the price is very reasonable, the people smart, personable and pleasant and am SO glad I did it. Much more fun than just going down to the St. Louis Riverfront and taking a tourist ride. One problem now though is that I have learned how many organizations offer flights on other vintage or special airships. I've now added more things to my bucket list! Thank you all so much for your hard work for the history of the Army Aviation world. My daddy was a proud member of the Army Air Corps in WW2. He was a gunnery sergeant who trained ball turret gunners; he joined the AAC to fly but by the time he got thru Basic, etc., they had plenty of pilots (he already had a license) but needed trainers more. I've climbed down into a ball turret, but need now to take the ride! Thank you again for your volunteer service to today's word of diminishing concern about history. You GUYS and GALS ROCK. --- Leslie Richards

--Hampton, GA. Hangar Ride Event
I was so scared to take this ride, but I am so glad I didn’t back out. I am not one for adventurous things, but this was so exciting! The crew was so friendly, and Lopez actually showed he cared that my son and I really enjoyed it. He gave us the heads up when the helicopter was doing turns or moves that might scare up. I am so thankful he did that. I wish I could have gone on every ride that went up today! It was that amazing! If you only knew me, you would understand my fears. This was so awesome. Thank you guys!!!!!! --- Gina G.

--Hampton, GA. Hangar Ride Event
Thanks for an amazing morning! The ride was SUPER! The outreach and conversations from all volunteers and veterans were truly enjoyed! We just finished watching the movie, Good Morning, Vietnam just to see the Hueys in action (at least in the movies). Thanks again! --- Bobbie S.

--Hampton, GA. Hangar Ride Event
It was the most incredible experience of my life! My boyfriend and I had the opportunity to sit in the gun well and it blew are minds!! The view is so beautiful and it was so surreal to know that we were riding in a helicopter that has so much history behind it. It was an honor to hear the veteran’s stories and get a glimpse of what they went through. I’ll definitely be back with many more people!! And thanks to one of the most important people in my life, Paul Bonnecarrere, for flying the Huey and giving me such an amazing experience!! --- Hannah

--Hampton, GA. Hangar Ride Event
WOW! The sight of the Bell UH-1 Huey, the roar of the rotors, the power at liftoff, the maneuverability of the aircraft - INCREDIBLE! The pilots treated us to a fun and memorable ride, for sure! I understand that they were putting the Huey through its paces at about 50% of its capability, but it was still quite a ride. I learned so much about the Huey & gained much more admiration for the men and women in our U.S. Military from spending a few hours at the airfield and museum. The conversations after my flight with Sky Soldiers and veterans (Jim and Lee) were meaningful and lent a new understanding of their roles and work in Vietnam. I so appreciate their time and dedication to honor service members, educate the public, and maintain historic aviation aircraft. In their own words, "Keep Them Flying!" --- Cindy C.

--Phoenix, Az. Hangar Ride Event
On November 9, 2019 my wife, kathy and I got the chance to ride with Captain Tom in the helicopter in Arizona. Diane and the entire team were simply the best. I was apprehensive about the ride but it was awesome as would recommend to everyone even if you a bit hesitant like I was. Kathy who, like roller coasters said it was even better than any roller coaster ! Thanks to all who participate in the program. --- ALLEN M.

--Hampton, GA. Atlanta Air Show
I was lucky enough to fly in the uh-1 at the Atlanta air show on October 13th. What a magnificent air craft, everybody must take a ride in what history will consider the most iconic air craft ever. It was so intense smelling the fuel, feeling the vibrations, hearing the turbo shaft spool up to lift off and the wind rushing over your body as you accelerate away. Really gives you the smallest taste of what our often overlooked Vietnam vets went through daily. By far my greatest ride ever, way better than that Ferrari I rented in Vegas. --- Ashley S.

--Hampton, GA. Atlanta Air Show
My husband, 15-yr-old daughter, and I took a Huey ride with the Army Aviation Heritage Foundation out of the Atlanta Motor Speedway airport this past weekend. The entire experience was enjoyable, from the quick and easy check-in to the amazingly thrilling ride. The folks involved were extremely professional and friendly. They obviously wanted us to enjoy the ride and did everything they could to make that happen. I am so glad we were able to have this family experience!! --- F. Meredith

--Hampton, GA. Atlanta Air Show
Simply a fantastic ride ! Meeting the pilots and other volunteers at the Air Show Atlanta on Saturday Oct 12 2019 was a great experience. Will go again when the opportunity presents ...something no one should miss! --- Lori C.