

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2 Gun Pilots, 1 Exit: The Retirement & “Gentle” Roast of CW5 Daniel York & COL Jamie LaValley
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: ****** Update 6 Feb *******

Gate Access Requirements – Retirement &amp; Final Flight Event (13 February Redstone Arsenal)

For planning purposes, all guests age 18 and older who do not possess a valid Department of Defense identification card must complete a background check prior to entering Redstone Arsenal.

Guests with a Common Access Card (CAC), Military ID, Military Dependent ID, Gold Star ID, or other approved DoD credential may proceed through the gate without additional screening.

All visitors should bring a REAL ID–compliant driver’s license, passport, or other federally accepted identification.

If you require a background check, please plan to arrive early to allow sufficient time for processing and installation access before the event

**** Update 5 Feb****

Final Flight Announcement

At 1000 on 13 February, we will land from our final flight—successfully completing our last government-funded excuse to fly helicopters.

If you’d like to witness the safe return (and confirm Jamie didn’t forget how to land), join us at the same location as the retirement ceremony scheduled for later that afternoon. ( casual attire )…….

https://maps.app.goo.gl/FpptKeAwxxuRsVXz5?g_st=i



***Update 9JAN***

Update ---- Last day to book rooms is 13 JAN 26

If you are traveling to our retirement in February, we've blocked rooms downtown at the 106 Jefferson Hotel on Thursday and Friday night --- Link below.   It's walking distance to the Blind Tiger, the location of the Friday evening social. 

Two options--both walking distance to social. 

Option 1 - 106 Jefferson
https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=HSVHUQQ&amp;arrivalDate=2026-02-12&amp;departureDate=2026-02-14&amp;groupCode=909&amp;room1NumAdults=1&amp;cid=OM%2CWW%2CHILTONLINK%2CEN%2CDirectLink

Option 2 - Hampton Inn Downtown
https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=HSVHTHX&amp;arrivalDate=2026-02-12&amp;departureDate=2026-02-14&amp;groupCode=CHH909&amp;room1NumAdults=1&amp;cid=OM%2CWW%2CHILTONLINK%2CEN%2CDirectLink



1300 – Official U.S. Army Retirement Ceremony
Location: Redstone Arsenal Airfield
Hosted by COL (R) Dave Fee
A formal farewell to CW5 Daniel York &amp; COL Jamie LaValley as they finally achieve their lifelong dreams: poorly growing beards and never doing DTS again.

1800 – Evening Social &amp; Roast
Location: The Blind Tiger, Downtown Huntsville
Uniform: Regret-Free Casual
Join us for an evening of stories, lies, mild defamation, and questionable decisions as teammates, friends, and enemies alike gather to send these two warriors into retirement—with smoke, shrapnel, and sorrow (for their livers).!!!!!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/huntsville/2-gun-pilots-1-exit-the-retirement-and-gentle-roast-of-cw5-daniel-york-and-col-jamie-lavalley/200029520762753
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 188

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029520762753?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=huntsville-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Huntsville
- **state**: AL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Redstone Army Airfield
- **lat**: 34.673794721385
- **long**: -86.681469349481
- **full address**: Redstone Army Airfield, Huntsville, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2 Gun Pilots, 1 Exit: The Retirement & “Gentle” Roast of CW5 Daniel York & COL Jamie LaValley being held?
  - **A:** 2 Gun Pilots, 1 Exit: The Retirement &amp; “Gentle” Roast of CW5 Daniel York &amp; COL Jamie LaValley takes place on Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Redstone Army Airfield, Huntsville, United States.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2 Gun Pilots, 1 Exit: The Retirement &amp; “Gentle” Roast of CW5 Daniel York &amp; COL Jamie LaValley is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Huntsville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 180+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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