Special forces ussf soldiers scanning the ground below for threats while flying on a. After serious issues surfaced during a disastrous 1980 mission to free the hostages in iran, the 160th was formed in 1981. Working at 160th special operations aviation regiment. Army crew chief, right, with the 3rd battalion, 160th special operations aviation regiment soar and an air force loadmaster with the 15th airlift squadron guide an mh60 black hawk helicopter while 110823fwa575004. Equip the soldiers of the 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne with the most capable rotary wing aircraft in the world. This is the official facebook page of the 160th special operations aviation recruiting team. Successfully assessed, selected, and trained over a rigorous, yearlong process to lead detachments of special operations aviation professionals within. The 160th soar provides unparalleled precision rotary wing special operations, isr, and expertise to all dod special operations forces. Due to covid19, special operations aviation recruting functions will be conducted in the virtual space. Special operations adjusted response austin tx fire department. In general, our aviation warrant officer population is a mature group.
Jun 27, 2014 the 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne will conduct a change of command ceremony transfering command from colonel john r. Special operations aviation regiment how is special. Army special forces, the 75th ranger regiment, the 160th special operations aviation regiment, civil affairs and psychological operations, special mission units and theater special operation commands. Ryan brown battalion operations officer 160th special. Please enjoy this gallery of photos featuing the men and the machines of the night stalkers. The 160th special operations aviation regiment s mission is to organize, equip, train, resource and employ army special operations aviation forces worldwide in support of contingency missions and warfighting commanders. We are an all aviation unit that utilizes the helicopters within gta iv and gta iv. The 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne, abbreviated as 160th soar a, is a special operations force of the united states army that provides helicopter aviation support for general purpose forces and special operations forces. We got interesting photos of the secretive 160th special operations aviation regiments helicopters in training october 11, 2018 tom demerly 0.
Company e, 160th aviation regiment special operations. Successfully assessed, selected, and trained over a rigorous, yearlong process to lead detachments of special operations aviation professionals within the 160th soar, the only rotary wing. The 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne currently operates two variants of the chinook helicopter. The soldiers of the 160th pioneered night flight techniques, shared in the development of equipment, and proved that night stalkers dont quit, a motto the regiment lives by. They are highly trained and ready to accomplish the very toughest. See more little bird special ops fiberglass helicopter fuselage the little bird, and its attack variant, the are singleengine light helicopters used for special operations aviation in the united states army. May 26, 2008 160th special operations aviation regiment soar, night stalkers, night stalkers dont quit.
May 30, 2015 160th special operations aviation regiment. Its missions have included attack, assault, and reconnaissance, and these. The 160th special operations aviations regiment specializes in carrying out its lifeanddeath operations under the cover of darkness, hence their nickname. Data showing 160th soars pilot shortage is a snapshot in. And for the aviators of the 160th special operations aviation regiment soar whom provide direct aviation support to special operations forces sof throughout the world, they do so often. Army partnership for youth success pays is designed to help soldiers prepare for a career after the army by connecting them with employers who understand the skill, discipline and work ethic that military service. Company e, 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne was inactivated in late 2009, and reflagged as an element of the 4th battalion, 160th. The above picture provides an interesting point of view.
The 160th special operations aviation regiment s mission is to organize, equip, train, resource, and employ army special operations aviation forces worldwide in support of contingency missions and. Army 160th special operations aviation regiment 101st. Jul 28, 2005 the 160th special operations aviations regiment specializes in carrying out its lifeanddeath operations under the cover of darkness, hence their nickname. Its missions have included attack, assault, and reconnaissance, and these missions are usually. The 160th special operations aviation regiment is in the highest manning category, bymer explained in a statement. Special forces ussf soldiers scanning the ground below for threats while flying on a 160th special operations aviation regime. The 160th special operations aviation regiments mission is to organize, equip, train, resource, and employ army special operations aviation forces worldwide in.
The 160th special operations aviation regiment soar is now recruiting, as well as looking for other clans to play with. The new arrangement will enhance the 160th special operations aviation regiment warfighting role of providing rotarywing aircraft to support special operations forces missions in all geographic. Its missions have included attack, assault, and reconnaissance, and these missions are usually conducted at. The fly away broadcast system is a vehiclemounted or stationary device that psyop soldiers use to disseminate. Jul 20, 2014 us army special operations aviation regiment 160th soar. The 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne will conduct a change of command ceremony transfering command from colonel john r. Facilitate the sustainment of 160th soar a highly modified andor unique aircraft. Responsible for lifecycle program management of the army special operations aviation fleet. Cooper assumes 160th regiment warrant officer duties. In late 2009, e company, 160th special operations aviation regiment was inactivated and reflagged as an element of the 4th battalion, 160th special operations aviation regiment. The modern day 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne was officially activated in june 1990. The united states army 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne, abbreviated as 160th soar a, is a special operations force of the united states army that provides helicopter aviation support for general purpose forces and special operations forces.
History of the 160th soara the army owes its modern night fighting aviation capabilities to the 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne who pioneered night flight techniques, shared in the development of equipment, and proved that night stalkers dont quit, a motto the regiment lives by. The complete change of command ceremony for 160th soars 1st battalion on july 2, 20. Army casualty 160th special operations aviation 1 2 wildman43. Consistent with the recent january 20 decision by the secretary of defense to lift the ban on women serving in direct combat, the 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne began accepting females into their ranks after 30 years of existence. This organization is charged with providing support for army and joint special operations forces including. On behalf of the jag corps regimental csm pat lister, we request active component paralegal specialist and paralegal ncos to volunteer as candidates for selection as 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne battalion pncos. The unit originally formed from attachments of the 101st. Like our name, we replicate the united states armys special operations helicopter unit, known as the night stalkers. The mh47e chinook is a heavy assault helicopter based on the ch47d airframe, but specifically designed and built for special operations aviation missions with a totally integrated avionics subsystem. Jan 15, 2009 the 160th special operations aviation regiments 160th soar mission is to organize, equip, train, resource and employ army special operations aviation forces worldwide in support of contingency missions and combatant commanders. The 160th special operations aviation regiments mission is to organize, equip, train, resource and employ army special operations aviation forces worldwide in.
Known as night stalkers, these soldiers are recognized for their proficiency in nighttime operations. The unit participated in the invasion of grenada in 1983 and, to increase its capability, became. For a chosen few, flying above the battlefield, there is no profession more daring or fulfilling than piloting some of the u. Its missions have included attack, assault, and reconnaissance, and are usually conducted at night, at high speeds, low altitudes, and on short notice. Army special operations aviation command wikipedia. The night stalkers 160th special operations aviation regiment the 160th soar, otherwise known as task force 160 tf160, or the night stalkers, are an elite u. The new arrangement will enhance the 160th special operations aviation regiment warfighting role of providing rotarywing aircraft to support special operations forces missions in. Aug 25, 20 the complete change of command ceremony for 160th soars 1st battalion on july 2, 20. Special operations aviation regiment 101st airb or ne division. Laudano 160th special operations aviation regiment public affairs fort campbell, ky. An elite air unit for special operations missions didnt always exist. The final ending sequence of a change of command ceremony for 160th soars 1st battalion on july 2, 20. Known as the night stalkers, these soldiers are recognized for their proficiency in nighttime operations.
They are renowned for being swift, sure, and particularly deadly with their accuracy in using stateoftheart aircraft and equipment to assist special ops from the air. Psyop soldiers must often communicate critical messages to allies, foreign adversaries and citizens during disaster or combat situations. Company e, 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne was inactivated in late 2009, and reflagged as an element of the 4th battalion, 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne. The night stalkers, otherwise known as the 160th special operations aviation regiment 160th soar and task force 160 tf 160 are an elite u. Army 4th company 160th special operations aviation. To do this, soldiers use the most advanced technology and methods of dissemination available. Montay gardiner, maintenance support specialist for the 3rd battalion, 160th special operation aviation regiment airborne, and his. Its missions have included attack, assault, and reconnaissance, and these missions are usually conducted at night, at high speeds, low altitudes, and. Dvids 160th special operations aviation regiment airborne. Army special operations unit who fly helicopters in support of both sof and regular forces.
Army helicopter unit that carries out special operations. The 160th soar a are also known as the night stalkers and their motto is night stalkers dont quit. The mh47 chinook helicopter is the 160th special operations aviation regiments longdistance, heavylift helicopter which conducts overt and clandestine infiltration, exfiltration, air assault, resupply and slingload operations over a wide range of environmental conditions. Since that time, the unit has grown in size and participated in numerous combat related engagements. Follow us on facebook for detailed event times and locations. Night stalkers are highly trained and ready to accomplish the very toughest missions in all environments, anywhere in the world, day or night, with worldclass precision. Cooper assumes 160th regiment warrant officer duties 160th conducts first regiment warrant officer change of duty ceremony by kimberly t. Reviews from 160th special operations aviation regiment employees about 160th special operations aviation regiment culture, salaries, benefits, worklife balance, management, job security, and more. The 160th special operations aviation regiments mission is to organize, equip, train, resource and employ army special operations aviation forces worldwide in support of contingency missions. Special operations aviation regiment listed as soar.
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