A humorous squadron memento assembled from a retired aircraft control stick, flight helmet, and personal flying gear. Such improvised 'trophies' were common in Air Force ready rooms and officers' clubs, often created to good-naturedly honor -- or needle -- a fellow aviator, in this instance appearing to reference a penchant for card games. Pieces like this reflect the close camaraderie and irreverent humor of squadron life during the Vietnam War era. Project: 219077