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About 191st ATC Company

The 191st Aviation Company (Air Traffic Control), commonly known as the 191st ATC Company, was constituted during the Vietnam War era to provide critical air traffic control services in combat zones. Activated in the mid-1960s, the unit was deployed to the Republic of Vietnam, where its personnel managed and coordinated aircraft operations at several key airfields and forward operating bases. The 191st ATC Company played a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of both rotary and fixed-wing aircraft, often under challenging and hostile conditions. After distinguished service, the unit was eventually inactivated as U.S. involvement in Vietnam drew down, leaving a legacy of professionalism and support to Army aviation operations.

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Wayne Lantz

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Company C 1st Bn. 38th Inf. Regt. • U.S. Army • 1989

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About 191st ATC Company

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Historical Facts

• Vietnam War Service: The 191st Aviation Company (Assault Helicopter), often referred to as the "Boomerangs," was established in 1966 and served extensively in the Vietnam War, providing air traffic control (ATC) and aviation support. • Nickname: The unit was nicknamed "Boomerangs," symbolizing their missions of always returning safely after completing operations. • Strategic Deployments: The 191st ATC Company was based at Can Tho Army Airfield in the Mekong Delta, a critical region for both logistical and combat operations during the war. • Helicopter Support: The company operated a fleet of UH-1 "Huey" helicopters, which were essential for troop transport, medevac, and supply missions in challenging environments. • Combat Missions: The 191st participated in numerous combat air assaults, supporting ground units and conducting extraction missions under fire. • Distinguished Unit: The company earned several commendations for bravery and efficiency, including the Meritorious Unit Commendation and the Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm. • Casualties and Sacrifice: Like many aviation units in Vietnam, the 191st suffered casualties, and several memorials honor the service and sacrifice of its members. • Innovative Tactics: The unit developed new helicopter insertion and extraction techniques, which became standard practice for Army aviation units in later conflicts. • Veteran Reunions: Former members of the 191st ATC Company have held regular reunions over the years to honor their legacy and remember fallen comrades. • Legacy: The history and experiences of the 191st ATC Company are preserved through books, personal memoirs, and dedicated websites, ensuring their contributions to military aviation are not forgotten.