Experience the iconic
American Huey 369
(Medevac, Gunship, Troop Transport)
as Vietnam History comes alive !
August 21 – 23, 2026
LZ
American Legion Post 257
7475 B Drive North
Battle Creek, Michigan
For More Information: Contact Terry Ivey – (269) 788-2363
“THE AMERICAN HUEY”
Presented by:
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #313 Battle Creek/Calhoun County
August 21 – 23, 2026
Sponsorship Package
Location: American Legion Post 257, 7475 B Drive North, Battle Creek, MI
Event Overview (History of the Huey)
The Battle Creek community, during the same time the “Wall that Heals” will be in Battle Creek, will be hosting the arrival of Huey Helicopters. This will be a community‑focused event designed to bring people together with a most unique opportunity to see the Bell HU-1 Iroquois, an iconic turbine-powered utility helicopter developed from a 1950’s U.S. Army need for a medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) aircraft, first flying in 1956 and becoming synonymous with Vietnam for troop transport, aeromedical evacuation, cargo, search and rescue, and air assault, earning its nickname from its original HU-1 designation to a 1962 reclassification to UH-1 thus becoming the source of its popular and enduring nickname, the “Huey.” The Huey played a key and pivotal role in the Vietnam War to which its legacy lives on. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the Huey up close, and to visit with the pilots and crew that will be present during its visit.
Activities on Event Grounds:
- Opening Ceremony
- Living History Flight Experience
- Take a historical trip on the role the Huey played in Vietnam
- Opportunity to meet Pilots and Crew
- Food and beverage available
- American Huey 369 Memorabilia
- Vietnam Memorabilia Exhibit
- Educational/historical exhibits