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This organization is to be composed of just individuals ...
those who cast their lot with the helicopter and other
vertical take-off aircraft in their
infancy, who frequently faced derision and scorn because they
saw what others could not see, who did what others could not or would
not do, and who arrived at the goals beyond which opens limitless
opportunities. The sole purpose of this organization, therefore,
is to recognize and cement that fellowship and to facilitate the
cordial exchange of experience and opinions as the helicopter and other
vertical take-off aircraft art progresses.
Membership: Limited to those
who have accomplished the following:
Founder
Member: Those who have
soloed a helicopter or other vertical take-off aircraft
in sustained complete flight, including a take-off and landing
prior to V-J Day ( 14 August 1945 ).
General
Member: Those who have
soloed a helicopter or other vertical take-off aircraft
in sustained complete flight, including a take-off and landing
over 20 years ago.
Associate Member : An outstanding
individual, who is not a rotary wing pilot, but has made
a significant contribution to the industry for at least 20
years and have been unanimously approved by the regular Twirly
Bird membership
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