The A-7 Corsair II Association’s mission is to document the history of the A-7 airplane and those who flew and maintained it, to be a repository and guardian of the extensive Corsair II legacy, and to facilitate contact among former members of the A-7 community. As a non-profit corporation, our goals are to contribute to select philanthropic organizations which support our mission and to assist the many aircraft carrier and land museums regarding the display and history of the A-7 airplane. A major focus is to provide funds and expertise toward encouraging the education of America’s youth in science, mathematics, critical thinking, and how the A-7 played a part in the history of Naval, Air Force and Air National Guard Aviation.
The A-7 Corsair II Association - Types of Membership
MEMBER: Open to all aviators who have flown an A-7 in the capacity of pilot-in-command, as well as all former officer and enlisted personnel who, at any time, served a tour of duty in a squadron which flew the A-7 Corsair II. Membership is also open to any persons who have served in a capacity of providing direct support to an A-7 squadron (e.g., civilians providing contractor services to the squadron at their home base, or while deployed).
ASSOCIATE MEMBER: Granted to corportations 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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2023 SPRING RENDEZVOUS SET FOR CORPUS CHRISTI!
SAVE THE DATES: MAY 4th THROUGH 7th
CHAZ MAYNARD WRITES:
It’s Spring rendezvous time and we’ve put together what promises to be an exciting and enjoyable weekend in south Texas. We will gather this year in Corpus Christi the first weekend in May (4-7). The Blue Angels will be performing at the annual Wings Over South Texas Air Show on that Saturday/Sunday with the usual dress rehearsal on Friday.
We start Friday 5 May watching the airshow from the flight deck of the Lexington. The Lexington staff is arranging a group seating area, but as of press time, the details have not been released. There will be an additional fee for this, and I will put that word out as soon as it’s available. Happy hour on the fantail afterwards from 1700-2000. The fee for this is $50 and includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. Please use the PayPal link below to reserve your seat. Our guest speaker is RDML Richard Brophy, CNATRA who will update us on the latest goings on in the Training Command. We are also working up a golf outing on Saturday morning 6 May for those interested. The Blues will take to the air again Saturday and it will be a dealer’s choice as to where to watch. A group dinner is planned for Saturday night at an establishment within easy walking distance from our hotel.
I have also reserved a block of rooms in downtown Corpus at the Residence Inn Corpus Christi Downtown. It’s a busy weekend, but they were able to secure us 25 rooms; ten with a water view at $209/night and fifteen city view at $189/night.
Residence Inn Corpus Christi Downtown
309 S. Shoreline Blvd.
Corpus Christi TX 78401
361-904-0090
**CLICK HERE TO MAKE RESERVATION AT GROUP RATE**
**USE THE LINK BELOW TO PURCHASE YOUR SEAT(S) FOR FRIDAY ON THE FANTAIL OF THE LEX WITH OUR GUEST SPEAKER. TICKETS ARE $50/ea AND COVER FOOD AND DRINK CHITS.
It’s Spring rendezvous time and we’ve put together what promises to be an exciting and enjoyable weekend in south Texas. We will gather this year in Corpus Christi the first weekend in May (4-7). The Blue Angels will be performing at the annual Wings Over South Texas Air Show on that Saturday/Sunday with the usual dress rehearsal on Friday.
We start Friday 5 May watching the airshow from the flight deck of the Lexington. The Lexington staff is arranging a group seating area, but as of press time, the details have not been released. There will be an additional fee for this, and I will put that word out as soon as it’s available. Happy hour on the fantail afterwards from 1700-2000. The fee for this is $50 and includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. Please use the PayPal link below to reserve your seat. Our guest speaker is RDML Richard Brophy, CNATRA who will update us on the latest goings on in the Training Command. We are also working up a golf outing on Saturday morning 6 May for those interested. The Blues will take to the air again Saturday and it will be a dealer’s choice as to where to watch. A group dinner is planned for Saturday night at an establishment within easy walking distance from our hotel.
I have also reserved a block of rooms in downtown Corpus at the Residence Inn Corpus Christi Downtown. It’s a busy weekend, but they were able to secure us 25 rooms; ten with a water view at $209/night and fifteen city view at $189/night.
Residence Inn Corpus Christi Downtown
309 S. Shoreline Blvd.
Corpus Christi TX 78401
361-904-0090
**CLICK HERE TO MAKE RESERVATION AT GROUP RATE**
**USE THE LINK BELOW TO PURCHASE YOUR SEAT(S) FOR FRIDAY ON THE FANTAIL OF THE LEX WITH OUR GUEST SPEAKER. TICKETS ARE $50/ea AND COVER FOOD AND DRINK CHITS.
Get your foursome together for some golf and sea stories at the first A-7 Corsair II Association Virtual Golf Tournament!
May 1, 2023 through May 27, 2023 at your local course!
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Pick your team and play an 18-hole scramble format with each player hitting a ball from the tee and then the team plays the best ball from there until completing the hole. One score for each hole and the round is recorded for the team for the competition. We’ll take the team scores and the USGA difficulty rating for the golf course to identify the best teams in the tournament. Play as many times and with as many teams as you want from May 1, 2023 until May 27, 2023!
Each player will receive a divot repair tool with an A-7 customized ball marker and an A-7 customized player order toss coin. The top three teams will receive A-7 Corsair II Golf Shirts commemorating the tournament suitable for bragging rights at Tailhook! |
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To ensure everyone has a good time, each team captain will receive a dozen poker chips to award to the appropriate player at the end of the round. For example, the “Bolter, Bolter” chip goes to the best on-and-off the green shot of the day; and the “Shack” chip goes to the longest putt of the day.
Proceeds from the tournament support the mission of your A-7 Corsair II Association including scholarships, museum displays, and more. We hope you can use this event to enjoy some time with your friends, tell a few sea stories about the venerable A-7 Corsair II, and support a great cause.
The cost is $40 for each player, or $160 for the team for each round played, plus you will pay your own green fees at your course. Sponsors are welcome and will be recognized on the scorecard each player will receive and on the poker ships. Registration will open on February 18th, 2023 and be open until April 10th, 2023 at 1st Annual A-7 Corsair II Virtual Golf Tournament (runsignup.com). Team Captains must register for the entire team with payment.
Watch the website for the Greenie Board as scores start coming in!
Proceeds from the tournament support the mission of your A-7 Corsair II Association including scholarships, museum displays, and more. We hope you can use this event to enjoy some time with your friends, tell a few sea stories about the venerable A-7 Corsair II, and support a great cause.
The cost is $40 for each player, or $160 for the team for each round played, plus you will pay your own green fees at your course. Sponsors are welcome and will be recognized on the scorecard each player will receive and on the poker ships. Registration will open on February 18th, 2023 and be open until April 10th, 2023 at 1st Annual A-7 Corsair II Virtual Golf Tournament (runsignup.com). Team Captains must register for the entire team with payment.
Watch the website for the Greenie Board as scores start coming in!
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PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!
In preparation for our inaugural Virtual Golf Tournament we have prepared a one-page PDF that we invite you to download the file to the left, print it off, and place at your local golf course/club. The competition is open to all, and the more foursomes we have participating, the better. Should you have any questions, please email A7C2Coursemarshall@gmail.com | ||
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APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR 2023-24
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NEXT VIRTUAL HAPPY HOUR SET FOR
JUNE 15th! Please save the date - Thursday, June 15th - and join us for our next Virtual Happy Hour. These online gatherings are a great way for us to stay in touch, and to share news and TINS tales. We will also provide attendees with the latest Association news and developments. And, back by popular demand, we will be hosting another A-7 trivia game!
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A-7 Corsair II Association is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: A-7 Corsair II Association Happy Hour
Time: June 15, 2023 02:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
To join Zoom Meeting Click Here
Meeting ID: 894 0676 8220
Passcode: 715920
Topic: A-7 Corsair II Association Happy Hour
Time: June 15, 2023 02:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
To join Zoom Meeting Click Here
Meeting ID: 894 0676 8220
Passcode: 715920
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HAVE YOU RENEWED
YOUR MEMBERSHIP? It's easy to forget to renew your membership in the A-7 Corsair II Association, but we sure could use your continued support! The overwhelming percentage of your dues help us fund college scholarships, as well as tuition to attend the National Flight Academy and the Aviation Challenge...worthy efforts that inspire and support the next generation. Checking to see if your dues are paid up is easy...simply go to the "Members" section of the website and look for your name. There you will find the date your dues are good through. |
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If you DO need to renew, please click here to use our secure means of payment. There you will find the options to pay 1, 2 or 3-year terms, or select the AutoPay feature that will automatically renew for you. And then, of course, there is the option to select a Lifetime membership that eliminates the need to ever think about renewing again! :)
So many options...please exercise yours today!
So many options...please exercise yours today!
LEGACY FUND DONORS TO RECEIVE POLOS!
Super Donors ($1,000 minimum) and Mega Donors ($10,000 or more) will receive a polo recognizing their support of the
A-7 Corsair II Association's Legacy Fund. To learn more about the legacy fund, please click here.
A-7 Corsair II Association's Legacy Fund. To learn more about the legacy fund, please click here.
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LIFETIME MEMBERSHIPS
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