The South Missouri Chapter of VHPA (VHPASMO) is an independent organization not under the control of VHPA nor authorized to act as an agent for or representative of the VHPA.

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The Mission of the VHPA is to enhance and accredit the cohesiveness, esprit de corps, and traditions of valor of rotary wing aircrews that flew in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam Era.

To seek out, using whatever means available, individuals who piloted rotary wing aircraft in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam era and inform them of the existence of the VHPA and encourage all eligible individuals to become members.