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Since FMF introduction
and still flying...
Thomas Jefferson
3rd president of the United States
(1743 - 1826)
Welcome to my site. I am a retired Marine Corps helicopter pilot (1968-89). Although I flew a variety of aircraft during my career, most of my flight time was logged in the venerable CH-46 "Phrog."
The Boeing-Vertol CH-46 Sea Knight (aka "Phrog" because of its resemblance to the amphibian when viewed head-on, especially on short final) is a medium-lift tandem rotor cargo helicopter, used by the United States Marine Corps (USMC) to provide all-weather, day-or-night assault transport of combat troops, supplies and equipment. Assault Support is its primary function, and the movement of supplies and equipment is secondary. Additional tasks include combat support, search and rescue, support for forward refueling and rearming points, CASEVAC and Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel (TRAP).
"Some people wonder all their lives if they've made a difference. The Marines don't have that problem."
"Republicans believe every day is the Fourth of July, but the Democrats believe every day is April 15."
"Government always finds a need for whatever money it gets."
"Government does not solve problems; it subsidizes them."
"Governments tend not to solve problems, only to rearrange them."
"Man is not free unless government is limited."
"No government ever voluntarily reduces itself in size. Government programs, once launched, never disappear. Actually, a government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth!"
Ronald Reagan
40th President of the United States
(1911-2004)
