| HMM-262 COMBAT HELICOPTER ASSOCIATION |
| Home of the Tigers in Vietnam 1966-71 and Iraq 2007 |
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The HMM-262 COMBAT VETERANS ASSOCIATION, sponsors a reunion every year. On the even years we hold a Mini-Reunion in conjunction with the Popasmoke Reunion wherever they hold their Reunion.. On the odd years we plan and hold our own Association Reunion at a place chosen by the members.
Originally Founded as the HMM-262 Vietnam Veterans Association by :
G. L. "Red" Logan After graduation from high school in Battle Creek, Michigan, I entered the U.S. Marine Corps on Dec 28, 1955 and became an avionics technician. Became known as "Red". I retired Jun 30, 1975 after working as a technician, instructor, quality control and avionics chief. Served two tours in Japan (1959-60, 1970-71, one tour in Vietnam as a helicopter door gunner (1966-67, HMM-262 & 265), and went on numerous cruises in the Caribbean and Mediterranean. Had a great time and am sorry that I'm too old to do it again! Married in 1957 to Helen Mathis (Battle Creek '57) and divorced in 1974. Have two daughters, three grandkids, and a great-grandson. After retirement from the Marines, I remarried in 1975 to Mary Ann (Tilford) Albert, a widow with two sons. We bought a house in Pasadena, CA and I went to work in the aerospace industry in Southern California. Worked in electronics for aircraft (military & civilian), ships (military & civilian) and Trident submarines. Retired Dec 12, 2001 and now do consulting and some contract work. She continues to teach 3rd grade full time. My hobbies were/are: Touring Motorcycles (rode in all states except Hawaii, all Canadian provinces and Mexico), scuba diving, in-line skating (roller hockey), skiing, poker, travel trailer, beer & wine. and J. A. "Jaws" White James A. White Jr., known as "JAW" in the U.S. Marine Corps and as "Sneaky" in the U.S. Army, was a warrior of the Vietnam War. His first tour in Vietnam, he served as a U.S. Marine helicopter gunner and crew-chief on CH-46 type aircraft with HMM-262. During this tour he became the first enlisted Marine to receive the Distinguished Flying Cross since World War II. After completing his U.S. Marine Corps service, Mr. White transferred into the U.S. Army. There after a short Vietnam tour as an infantry Sergeant, he became a Warrant Officer/helicopter pilot. As a pilot Mr. White flew for two tours in Vietnam on Cobra gun ships and LOH scout helicopters. He flew many missions along the DMZ and into both Laos and North Vietnam. Among his decorations are three Silver Starts, five Distinguished Flying Crosses, three Purple Hearts and 130 Air Medals. Since his retirement from the U.S. Army, Mr. White has been active with assorted veterans groups. He co-founded the HMM-262 (Vietnam) Association and is a life member of Special Operations Association, Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association, Vietnam Crewmembers Association, Khe Sanh Association, Disabled American Veterans, and other veteran's organizations. He currently resides in California.
2009 Executive Council Commanding Officer Jake was born in Elkhorn, Wisconsin and joined the Marine Corps on September 15, 1965. Once completing all the required schools, he was assigned to H&MS, in New River, as a 3rd Mech - (Raggie) on the CH-37C (Deuce) “…That bird shook and rattled all over the sky, belching smoke and pouring engine oil and hydraulic fluid all over North Carolina…”. He swore that he would never go up in a helicopter again. The second flight was slightly better and he was hooked. Joining HMM-262 in mid-1966, after jet engine school, he deployed to RVN with the squadron and spent his entire ‘Nam tour with HMM-262 as a Crew Chief.
Jake has degrees in Business Administration and Transportation Engineering. He is a senior executive with a well known international moving, transportation and cargo company and travels extensively. He and his lovely wife, Jenny, reside in Miami, Florida. Executive Officer I spent my childhood in Raleigh, North Carolina. I attended North Carolina State University and Campbell University. Upon graduation t> in 1968 I began my tour in the Marine Corps. I went to Officer Candidate School in Quantico, Flight School in Pensacola and transitioned to CH-46s at New River. In January 1970, I joined HMM- 262 in Vietnam as a participant in the “Southeast Asian War Games”. I remained “in country” until January 1971. I returned to New River Air Station in Jacksonville, NC where I was a UN1-N pilot until 1973. At that point I returned to Raleigh and became a securities broker, a vocation I continue today. Through corporate finance opportunities I am also involved with regional real estate and catfish farming. Administration Officer I was born in northern Iowa and attended high school at Des Moines Roosevelt graduating in 1964. Attended college in what is now called University of Central Missouri. Joined the Marines in the PLC program in December of 1964. Adjutant - Stephan D. Bravard I was raised and attended school in Brookfield, Illinois, a southwest suburb of Chicago. I attended the University of Illinois and was awarded a Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology (PRE-MED) in August 1966. During my last year at U of I, I was "recruited" for the Marine Corps AOC Program by a former classmate who was home on leave from his duties as an A-4 driver. I was assigned to the 42nd OCS class at Quantico, Virginia, where I received my commission as a Second Lieutenant in December 1966. I completed my flight training at NAS Pensacola, and was designated a Naval Aviator at HT-8 Ellyson Field in June 1968. I then was assigned to HMM-561 at MCAF Santa Ana where I continued advanced training in the H-34. I thoroughly enjoyed flying the H-34 and was later grateful for the extensive training I received in the mountains of southern California. But, alas, my time in the venerable H-34 was to be limited as we transitioned to the turbine power! I had a brief transition to the "PHROG" at Santa Ana, and then left for Vietnam from Treasure Island in April 1969. Upon arriving in Da Nang, I was assigned to HMM 262 in Quang Tri. Despite my "FNG" status, I made many friends and was happy to find a home with the "Tigers." Just a few of my most memorable experiences with the "Tigers" of HMM-262: Being shot down in Laos my second week in-country and rescued by my own "Tigers"; The squadron move to Phu Bai with monsoons and Typhoons and "knee-deep" mud ("Phu Bai is all right!"); "Borrowing" an army general's personal vehicle for which I later received the "Army/Marine Corps Public Relations Medal" ( The first and only award to my knowledge!). I left Vietnam and HMM-262 in February 1970 and returned to the states aboard the USS Ogden (LPD-5). Thanks U.S. Navy, but eighteen days at sea was plenty for me! My remaining fifteen months in the "Corps" were spent as an instructor pilot with HMMT-402 as MCAS New River. I completed four years of optometry studies at Southern College of Optometry, Memphis, Tennessee, in May 1976. I have been practicing continually as an Optometric Physician since that time. I had offices in Lafayette, Louisiana for fifteen years prior to relocating to Little Rock, Arkansas in 1991, where I soon met the woman of my dreams. Dawn and I were married in 1994. In addition to being a wonderful wife, Dawn is an invaluable asset to my optometry practice. Dawn puts her past banking experience to good use as my business manager. I have two sons by a previous marriage. Steven, Jr is currently pursuing a Masters Degree in Education at the University of Arkansas, Little Rock . Christian is working on a degree in Geology at Portland State University in Portland, Oregon. I am planning on "semi-retirement" in a few more years. Dawn and I recently purchased a home on Lake Hamilton near Hot Springs, Arkansas, and we look forward to many hours of "R & R" at the lake. Of course, "Old Tigers" are always welcome for a visit! Director (Historian) I was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps in the summer of 1969 and enrolled in college that following fall. I changed my major and school every time the wind changed but finally set my sights on a degree in Business Administration. I entered the work force in 1973 and am now employed in the agri-business field as a Regional Sales Manager and living in a small town north of Atlanta, Georgia. Lori and I have been married for 21 years and have an 18 year old son named John. Life's sorties, keep me busy. They include traveling, working on the property, my on-site recording studio, and documenting the exploits of HMM 262 and her officers and men. Director (JAG) Lieutenant General Frederick McCorkle, USMC (retired) last served as the Deputy Commandant for Aviation, Headquarters, Marine Corps, Washington, D.C. Fred McCorkle retired from the United States Marine Corps on October 1, 2001. He is currently serving on the board of directors and as a senior advisor for GKN Aerospace Services. He additionally serves on the Rolls-Royce North America board of directors and is a member of the board of directors of Lord Corporation and of Atlas Air World Wide Holdings, Inc. After completion of Officer Candidates School, and The Basic School in Quantico, Virginia (1967), he attended Naval Flight School, Pensacola, Florida, and was designated a naval aviator in January 1969. He served in Vietnam with HMM-262 during 1969-1970 and flew over 1,500 combat missions. Throughout his career, he accumulated over 6,500 flight hours in over 60 different series of aircraft.
Director (Support)
Director (OIF Liaison)
PAST COMMANDING OFFICER I was born on July 4, 1947 in Hereford, Texas, and moved with my family to Southern California at an early age. I attended Mayfair High School in Lakewood, California, married my wife Sue in June of 1967, and joined the U.S. Marine Corps in July of 1967. I attended Aircraft Mechanic School Memphis, TN, where my first son David Jr. was born. I was stationed at El Toro MCAS and changed MOS to Ground Support Equipment in H&MS 33, where my daughter Joan was born. In 1970 I received orders for Vietnam in HMM-262 MMAF, In July of 1971. I was honorably discharged and attended several colleges and universities. I taught for Central Texas College at Fort Stewart, Georgia. I currently have position at Fort Belvoir, Virginia at the De Witt Army Hospital. Sue and I currently reside in Woodbridge, Virginia. Webmaster Executive Council Members can be reached at the following e-mail:
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