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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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