IASAR is truly honored and blessed to have been part of a restoration project called "Operation Hammie". VFW POST 2459, located in Sullivan, Indiana, needed assistance in restoring Hammie, a Huey helicopter, to his shining glory. Below are images documenting the beginning journey from Sullivan, Indiana, back home to the Eagles Nest to commence "Operation Hammie".

Removing Hammie from his perch.

Removing Hammie off of his perch.

The crew dissamsembling Hammie.

Part of the crew making sure we are staying on schedule.

The crew being treated to an outstanding brunch, provided by Jim Hamilton, his son, and fellow members of the Sullivan VFW.

The entire IASAR crew relaxing in the shade of Hammie.

Hammie all loaded up on the trailer and headed back to the Eagles Nest!

The images below, showcase the condition of Hammie, once brought back to the Eagles Nest for restoration. Let's just say he was in pretty bad shape. With a lot of helping hands and hard work from IASAR members, we were able to bring this beauty back to life! Scroll through the images below to view the documentation of Hammies' journey, from the beginning processes of repairing damages, painting and detailing, to the final restored work of art.

Charlie Walker posing for the camera.

Working on repairs

Hard at work

Prepping Hammie for paint.

All ready for a paint job.

The crew posing proudly next to Hammie.

Ready to paint!

Paint time!

Painting is completed, now time for the artistic details.

Cassie Kerns is hand painting the sabers.

Finished tail art.

Finished!!

Hammie is finally complete!! Now it's time to return home to Sullivan, Indiana, where he can proudly be placed and seen on his perch. The images below capture Hammie's journey home, which was a perfect time to reflect on the whole project and expedition.