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Helicopter Association International and Aviation Industry Tell Senate Caps Harm Veterans

Helicopter Association International (HAI), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO), and National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) all have signed a joint written statement for the record to the US Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, warning that draft legislation to amend the Post 9/11 … Continued

Salute to Heroes and Helicopters Raise $22,000 for Homeless Veterans

On March 20-21, 2015, the 5th Annual Salute to Heroes took place at the Prescott Valley Event Center. The event raised over $22,000 and attracted approximately 12,000 people. According to U.S. VETS, over $4,200 of the total proceeds was raised by Guidance Aviation, which provided helicopter rides and demo rides in the organization’s newest helicopter flight … Continued

Senator McCain and Representative Gosar Step Up and Take a Stand for Veterans

As reported in ENEWSAZ, Senator John McCain (R-AZ) and Senator Paul Gosar (R – AZ 04), sent a letter addressed to Major General Robert M. Worley II, USAF (Ret.), Director of the Education Service at the Veterans Benefit Administration, expressing their concerns with recent actions by the Veterans Administration (VA). After sending the letter, Representative … Continued

Reunited: POW and The Last B-26

The Untold War Story and Short Documentary of POW reunited with the last B-26 Bomber This short documentary shares the journey and memories of WWII B-26 Bomber Pilot, POW Barney Wasowicz as he is flown across the country to see the only flying B-26 in existence. During the experience, the selfless Veteran and public servant takes … Continued

2014 Veterans Day Parade

Video and Pictures of the 2014 Veterans Day Parade – Prescott, Arizona Guidance Aviation joined the nation in celebrating our Veterans on a picture perfect day during the Veterans Day Parade in Prescott, Arizona. John Stonecipher, CEO Guidance Aviation, his family, and Guidance Aviation staff members participated in the parade while National Bank of Arizona stepped … Continued

2014 Veterans Day Parade Louisiana – November 09, 2014

Ascension Veterans Associations 2014 Veterans Day Parade Guidance Aviation of Baton Rouge, Louisiana will be participating in the 2014 Ascension Veterans Associations Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, November 09, 2014, starting at 2:00pm local. The starting point will be at the Gonzales Civic Center and Irma Boulevard. We will be meeting at 42430 Church Point Road, … Continued

2014 Veterans Day Free Meals Directory

Here is the 2014 Veterans Day Free Meals Directory for our Veterans.  As we have done in 2012 and 2013, we publish a list or link to the latest directory of restaurants offering free meals to Veterans and active US Military Service Members. Be sure to check dates of offers as well as requirements (photo … Continued

Veterans Day Parade 2014 Downtown Prescott

The Veterans Day Parade is set for Downtown Prescott on November 11, 2014. Join Guidance Aviation as we celebrate our Veterans!   When: Tuesday, November 11, 2014, Staging: 10:00am* Parade Start: 11:00am *Those who want to participate need to be at the staging area at 10:00am local. See below for details. Why: “Remembering… the Sacrifices… … Continued

World’s Largest Golf Outing (WLGO) Benefits The Wounded Warrior Project

The World’s Largest Golf Outing (WLGO) with the motto “Golfing for Good” and raising money for the Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), took place on Monday, August 11, 2014.  Team Guidance Aviation of Prescott, Arizona made its debut and placed a very respectable 2nd!  To date, the Antelope Hills Golf Course in Prescott, Arizona has raised $3,975.  To … Continued