Charles Rayl was trained to fly light observation helicopters, nicknamed “loaches”, which were small, agile and low-flying and often used in dangerous missions to locate enemy positions. Rayl said the helicopters stayed so low that the North Vietnames
Charles Rayl: three helicopter crashes, one steadfast soldier
Charles Rayl: three helicopter crashes, one steadfast soldier

Charles Rayl: three helicopter crashes, one steadfast soldier

Charles “Charlie” Rayl of Chase County is a man of few words and steady conviction, qualities forged in the cockpit of a helicopter during the Vietnam War. A retired U.S. Army pilot and later an attorney, Rayl’s story is one of endurance and unflinching service. He survived being shot down ...

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