mission central for
The Pararescue
'PJ' Association
Preserving the Heritage, History and Brotherhood of Pararescue
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The PJ Association
An IRS Designated 501c-19 organization, the Pararescue ‘PJ’ Association respects the Pararescue Creed ‘That Others May Live’. We are mission central for Pararescuemen, Members, and Pararescue ‘PJ’ Association Sponsored Events such as Bi-Annual Reunions and Rodeos. We fund events, memorials and respect the valorous, humanitarian and combat actions of Pararescuemen around the globe.
About the PJA
The PJ Association is founded on a distinctive relationship among men. Members share the bond and spirit of the brotherhood to honor the history, heritage and legacy of Pararescue.
Membership
Membership in the Association is for active, retired or former Pararescuemen, for friends, family and those supporting Pararescue. Join, get active, stay informed, and participate.
Contribute
With member engagement and participation, we remember those who came before us and respect those on the front line of global aid and homeland defense in the war against terror. Donate now.
Connect
We provide the initiative and resources to promote special events, activities, and to document the history, heritage and legacy of Pararescuemen. Our members shape the future of the Association.
The 2027 PJA Reunion & PJ Rodeo
Join us in Tucson, Arizona at the fabulous El Conquistador Resort for the 2027 PJA Reunion and PJ Rodeo. Kickstarting events on May 16th is the PJ Rodeo, with the Pararescue Memorial dedication taking place at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base on Thursday May 20th, and the PJA Reunion round-up occurring May 19th – 22nd.
We will be releasing Rodeo and Reunion events, hotel reservations, sponsorship and team registration information over the next few months. The PJ Association is Command HQ for all relevant details. Check in here often!
The 2027 PJ Rodeo Joint Host Spotlight
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base – Tucson, AZ
Davis-Monthan is home to more than 11,000 joint, inter-agency personnel from 39 unique mission partners. The 355th Wing is the assigned host to the Air Combat Command’s Fifteenth Air Force, with a primary mission of deploying, employing, and sustaining combat search and rescue attack airpower.
The 563rd Rescue Group is the combat search and rescue unit tasked with training and deploying Pararescue personnel and aircraft conducting rescue missions, long-range water rescues, personnel recovery, and humanitarian missions for the Air Force Special Operations Command.
Carnivore Leadership
“A master class in leadership from one of the best to ever wear the uniform.” – “CZ doesn’t just teach us how to lead, he
reminds us why we must. -“A decisive answer to the mealy-mouthed advice promoted in other leadership books.”
The PJ Association Store is proud to announce we have a limited inventory of ‘Carnivore Leadership’ available from the PJA Store. This is your opportunity to own a signed copy of this extraordinary book by a legendary leader. Order now. Supply is limited.
Drawing from over three decades in the U.S. military, including rising to the highest-ranking enlisted position as Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (E-10), Ramón “CZ” Colón-López delivers a no-nonsense blueprint for leadership that cuts through the fluff of traditional self-help books.
At the core of the book are CZ’s 20 Silver Bullets: hard-hitting, practical principles designed to deliver immediate impact. These aren’t vague motivational quotes—they’re battle-tested tools for accountability, straight talk, resilience, and turning potential into performance, whether on the battlefield or in the boardroom.