2:135th AVN

• Unit Designation: The 2nd Battalion, 135th Aviation Regiment (2-135th AVN) is part of the Colorado Army National Guard and is equipped primarily with the UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. • Distinctive Mission: The battalion is an Assault Helicopter Battalion, providing air assault, air movement, and aeromedical evacuation capabilities. • Global Deployments: 2-135th AVN has deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan), and other overseas contingencies. • Hurricane Katrina Response: Elements of the 2-135th AVN were mobilized for relief missions during Hurricane Katrina in 2005, conducting search and rescue and humanitarian assistance. • Medal of Honor: In 2005, while deployed to Iraq, members of the battalion were involved in numerous high-risk missions, with individuals receiving Bronze Star and Air Medals for valor. • Joint Operations: The battalion has participated in several international exercises alongside NATO partners, enhancing interoperability and readiness. • Mountain Flying Expertise: Based in Colorado, the 2-135th AVN is highly skilled in mountain flying and high-altitude rescue operations, often training with civilian agencies in the Rocky Mountains. • Distinguished Lineage: The 135th Aviation Regiment traces its roots back to the Vietnam War era and has maintained a continuous presence in Army aviation for decades. • State and Federal Missions: In addition to federal deployments, the 2-135th AVN frequently supports state missions such as wildfire suppression, search and rescue, and disaster response. • Community Engagement: The unit is active in community outreach, supporting events like the Colorado National Guard Family Day, aviation open houses, and veteran commemorations.