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Re: looking for Michael Zerbe shipmates

Does HC1 have a vets web site?

Re: looking for Michael Zerbe shipmates

I worked in the Air Department Office and remember HC-1. We had to take care of the paperwork for them and I think they were assigned to the Air Department.

I remember LTJG Zerbe's name and the boss was a Mustang LCDR. Can't remember his name.

I remember one of the Helicopters which had just been inspected and repaired started to lift off had a problem, came down on the deck sending parts of the blades everywhere and then rolling off the side of the ship.

I think one person survived.

Re: looking for Michael Zerbe shipmates

That was the crash that my father was killed in. I appreciate you responding. I've been unable to upload the picture of his crew so that you or others could see if you knew where anyone was at this time. i'll keep trying. Thank you...Sterling