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Posted by davet on Apr 26, 2011, 10:10pm

There is now a memorial at the crash site

In memory of the aircrew and passengers of
CH-3E, 65-05692, call sign PONY 1-2
That were lost here March 12, 1989
May they rest in peace

Memorial Day Tribute May 2010.
Braving temperatures that were topping 100 degrees, I set out to remember forgotten heroes who died in the crash of their CH-3E helicopter. Earlier this year, I had located the micro site and planned to return with a marker for the crash site victims due to the great loss of life, 4 aircrew and 11 passengers. I thought they deserved something to mark the desolate desert site. I had just finished the marker and I was going to be in the area on Memorial Day so I thought it would be a good time to place it. I planted the marker next to a small tree and just in front of the impact site. I then read off the list of the names of the fallen and then gave a final salute. My hope is that the marker will last for years.
I have checked the marker recently and it is doing fine. My hope is that it will be there for anyone who wants to visit the site.
Sincerly
DaveTrojan

Posted by armamentdawg on May 18, 2011, 2:17am

I am in awe at your efforts, and success in this matter. If Im ever in AZ, I will be sure to stop in at the memorial site.

May they forever Rest in Peace

Posted by Mike G on Feb 23, 2012, 8:45pm

Jan 1, 2009, 8:38pm, davet wrote:

CH-3E, 65-05692, "Pony12" stationed at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base crashed 12 Mar 89 in a desolate desert region 20 miles Northwest of Tucson. The Air Force Helicopter with an Air Force Reserve crew of 4 had an 11 member Army Special Forces Team aboard from Fort Bragg North Carolina. All were lost in the crash. The accident occurred during joint service training exercises. I'm looking for more info concerning this crash. I'm interested because I worked on CH-3 helicopters for 4 years. I live in Arizona and want to visit the crash site and place a memorial at the crash location. Thanks in advance for any help with this research.

Posted by phatgal on May 26, 2012, 5:45am

Hi Mike, I will never forget the phone call I received that night from Chip, "Something terrible has happened, but don't worry, I am okay." A horrible event for all concerned.

I hope you are well. Please email me if you see this: thephatgal@gmail.com

MJ

Mar 12, 2011, 8:23pm, Mike Davidson wrote:

Today marks 22 years since the loss of so many sons, fathers, brothers and comrades-in-arms.

Our memories of them are still strong, and so is the military of the United States to which they dedicated themselves, and gave all.

Thanks to all who have helped keep the memories alive and active, and preserved this history here and in other ways.

Mike Davidson
Maj, USA-Ret
5th SFGA

Posted by Sherry Humphrey on Aug 25, 2012, 5:20am

Dear Mr Trojan - I am the aunt of SSGT Robert L. Griswold. I never knew the truth about what happened that day. Thank you for all you have done. Robert is still remembered, loved and missed everyday. God bless you always.

Posted by maradams on Nov 9, 2012, 12:02am

Dave,
I would be very interested in any and all info you have on this crash including the detailed pictures.There are still so many questions unanswered not only for me but my children.I am the wife of the late SSgt.John Warren Bigler II 5th group Special Forces who was on board . If anyone would like to share info with me my e-mail address follows.Thanks in advance.Mary "Shelli" Bigler
mar.adams@mail.com

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