Our Mission
The A-7 Corsair II Association’s mission is to commemorate the historic contributions of the A-7 airplane
and those who flew and maintained it in Naval, Air Force, and Air National Guard units, and create a
strong foundation of selfless dedication to service for future generations. As a non-profit corporation,
the Association’s focus is to (1) provide funding and expertise to encourage the education of America’s youth
in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and critical thinking, (2) support select philanthropic
organizations that align with our mission, (3) assist aircraft carrier and land museums regarding the display
and history of the A-7 aircraft, and (4) facilitate contact among former members of the A-7 community.
The A-7 Corsair II Association’s mission is to commemorate the historic contributions of the A-7 airplane
and those who flew and maintained it in Naval, Air Force, and Air National Guard units, and create a
strong foundation of selfless dedication to service for future generations. As a non-profit corporation,
the Association’s focus is to (1) provide funding and expertise to encourage the education of America’s youth
in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and critical thinking, (2) support select philanthropic
organizations that align with our mission, (3) assist aircraft carrier and land museums regarding the display
and history of the A-7 aircraft, and (4) facilitate contact among former members of the A-7 community.
The A-7 Corsair II Association - Types of Membership
MEMBER: Open to all former officer and enlisted personnel who, at any time served a tour of duty in a Navy, Air Force or Air National Guard squadron while that unit flew the A-7 Corsair II; a person who provided support to a squadron (e.g., civilian contractor services to an A-7 squadron at their home base or while deployed); any aviator who flew an A-7 Corsair II as pilot-in-command; any direct descendants of those previously cited.
ASSOCIATE MEMBER: Granted to corporations or otherwise ineligible persons who are sponsored by a Member and are accepted by the Board of Directors. Associate Members enjoys all membership benefits except for voting privileges.
Click here to be taken to the Membership Application page.
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PREORDERS NOW BEING
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A7C2A SPRING RENDEZVOUS: A GOOD TIME HAD BY ALL!
Details to come in the next issue of our newsletter.
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THE A-7 HITS THE SMALL SCREEN!
A few months ago, the folks at the Wings Over the Rockies Aviation Museum in Denver, CO reached out asking for our assist on a planned A-7 episode of their "Behind the Wings" video series. We provided them with a number of A-7 videos as well as reference material to provide background information. Our own Mike "Magwai" White agreed to be interviewed, and did a BZ job telling the A-7 story! Here's a link to the finished episode. Be sure to check out the closing credits as they call out our Association for its help! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG-cpnI05RQ |
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Registration Now Open for 5th Annual Virtual 5K! |
Registration is now open for the A-7 Corsair II Association's 5th Annual Virtual 5K Run/Walk!
As a virtual event, you can join in the fun from anywhere any time during the period 27-28 Sept 2025, and post your results and photos on the website. Registrants earn a commemorative challenge coin (pictured below) and t-shirt, as well as a race bib. Proceeds from the 5K help fund our scholarship programs.
To learn more, and to sign up, go to: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/AnyTown/AnnualA7CorsairIIMemorial5KRunWalk
As a virtual event, you can join in the fun from anywhere any time during the period 27-28 Sept 2025, and post your results and photos on the website. Registrants earn a commemorative challenge coin (pictured below) and t-shirt, as well as a race bib. Proceeds from the 5K help fund our scholarship programs.
To learn more, and to sign up, go to: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/AnyTown/AnnualA7CorsairIIMemorial5KRunWalk
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APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR 2025/2026 USAF/ANG ENLISTED SCHOLARSHIPS!
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Virtual Golf Tournament End of Deployment
Last Line Period Organized!
The End of Deployment - Last Line Period for our Virtual Golf Tournament has been set up. This period kicks off on February 22nd, and ends May 11th. Foursomes who register get some neat swag, and bragging rights via our posted/updated Greenie Board.
While you can play your 18 on any golf course, we have organized a golf outing to the AC Read course on NAS Pensacola during our A-7 Spring Rendezvous.
Complete details and registration may be found by clicking here.
While you can play your 18 on any golf course, we have organized a golf outing to the AC Read course on NAS Pensacola during our A-7 Spring Rendezvous.
Complete details and registration may be found by clicking here.
A-7 ASSOCIATION CREATES A CHALLENGE COIN
TO HONOR FLIGHT DECK PERSONNEL
The A-7 Corsair II Association has created a beautiful challenge coin which honors the most-critical component of our Navy's carrier operations: the enlisted flight deck crew member. An aircraft carrier's enlisted flight deck crew is comprised of literally thousands of men and women, each responsible for a certain aspect of operations. It is through their Herculean efforts that make the aircraft carrier the potent strategic aspect that it is. And it was through their efforts that Navy A-7s were able to create such a rich and ensuring legacy.
This impressive challenge coin is 2" wide, and 3mm thick, cast in black-tone metal with great colors and texture. The front side features two brown shirts draped in tie-down chains in front of an aircraft carrier at sea. so as not to lose the beauty of the original proof, this side has been reproduced as a high-resolution image, and is affixed to the coin face, and then covered in a durable, clear plastic 'bubble'. The back side of this coin is emblazoned with seven flight deck cranials, each depicting the color of those found on the flight deck. These cranials surround the saying, "Flight Deck Personnel - Nothing Happens Without Us." At the bottom is a silhouette of an A-7 Corsair II, along with our website. This side of the coin is struck in metal in striking relief, and then painted. This coin would make a wonderful keepsake for anyone who served aboard an aircraft carrier, a beautiful coin to include in your own "I love me" room, or would make a great addition to any collection.
The coins are being offered at $15 each, and the price includes tax and shipping. They may be purchased using the secure link below. The coin(s) will be shipped in a padded mailer, via USPS First Class Mail to addresses within the continental U.S Overseas orders will be responsible for any additional shipping charges. Proceeds from the sale of these coins will go to the Association's legacy fund.
We are confident that demand for these coins will be high, so order yours now!
This impressive challenge coin is 2" wide, and 3mm thick, cast in black-tone metal with great colors and texture. The front side features two brown shirts draped in tie-down chains in front of an aircraft carrier at sea. so as not to lose the beauty of the original proof, this side has been reproduced as a high-resolution image, and is affixed to the coin face, and then covered in a durable, clear plastic 'bubble'. The back side of this coin is emblazoned with seven flight deck cranials, each depicting the color of those found on the flight deck. These cranials surround the saying, "Flight Deck Personnel - Nothing Happens Without Us." At the bottom is a silhouette of an A-7 Corsair II, along with our website. This side of the coin is struck in metal in striking relief, and then painted. This coin would make a wonderful keepsake for anyone who served aboard an aircraft carrier, a beautiful coin to include in your own "I love me" room, or would make a great addition to any collection.
The coins are being offered at $15 each, and the price includes tax and shipping. They may be purchased using the secure link below. The coin(s) will be shipped in a padded mailer, via USPS First Class Mail to addresses within the continental U.S Overseas orders will be responsible for any additional shipping charges. Proceeds from the sale of these coins will go to the Association's legacy fund.
We are confident that demand for these coins will be high, so order yours now!
What all the best-dressed A-7 bubbas are wearing...
ASSOCIATION BALLCAPS AVAILABLE!
Now available in the Geedunk...A-7 Corsair II Association ballcaps! These are Flex-Fit fitted caps, and are available in two sizes, S/M and L/XL. Cost for these are $28, and price includes both tax and USPS Priority Shipping. To order, used the secure payment button below!
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