Chip is a character from the original animated series, serving as a member of the Vehicle Voltron force. He is the youngest pilot on this team and flies the Advanced Recon Helicopter, which is designated as vehicle number four and forms the left upper arm of the Vehicle Voltron robot.

As a member of the Air Team, Chip's role is central to the function of Vehicle Voltron, requiring precision and coordination with his fellow pilots. He is noted for his technical expertise and strategic thinking, often considered the brains of his team in a manner that mirrors his brother's role within the Lion Force. His abilities are demonstrated through the operation of his helicopter and his proficiency with a weapon called smart stars, which are similar to throwing stars.

Chip's most defining characteristic is his relationship with Pidge, a member of the original Lion Voltron force. The two are twin brothers, though the specifics of their background differ across various story continuities.

In the continuity of the Voltron: Defender of the Universe cartoon, Chip and Pidge were orphaned at a young age. When a family wished to adopt Pidge, he refused to go unless they also took his brother Chip, ensuring they were raised together in the same home. This background establishes a deep, lifelong bond between them, motivating Chip's dedication to the broader fight against evil alongside his brother's allies. His personality is informed by his youth and his role as a supportive sibling and a sharp-witted member of the Voltron force. While the original series offered limited personal development for many characters, Chip's presence is crucial in crossover stories like Fleet of Doom, which brought the Lion and Vehicle Voltron teams together.

Chip is not related to the android character of the same name that appears in the later series Voltron: Legendary Defender, which is a separate reimagining of the franchise.