180th ASHC

The **180th Assault Support Helicopter Company (ASHC)**, known as the "Big Windy," was activated during the Vietnam War to provide heavy-lift helicopter support. Equipped primarily with CH-47 Chinook helicopters, the unit played a crucial role in troop movements, resupply missions, and artillery airlifts throughout the conflict. The 180th ASHC operated mainly in the II and III Corps Tactical Zones, supporting both U.S. and allied forces. Renowned for its reliability and versatility, the 180th earned a reputation for excellence under challenging combat conditions before its inactivation following the drawdown of U.S. involvement in Vietnam.